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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) sent a letter to Patrick O’Brien, the Director of the Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation (OLDCC) at the Department of Defense inviting him to witness the noise pollution caused by the F-35s at
MADISON, WI – Last week, Legislative Republicans left the negotiating table during state budget talks with Governor Tony Evers, refusing to commit to adequately funding Wisconsin’s public schools — a move that undermines both educational opportunity and the overall well-being of
MADISON, WI – Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway’s proposed zoning changes serve as a critical step toward creating more inclusive, age-friendly communities, AARP Wisconsin State Director Martha Cranley said this morning after the mayor announced her plan at a press conference. “Zoning
Process ensures annual reports remain fair, accurate and aligned MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction held the first standard setting open meeting for school and district report cards on Tuesday. The panel of more than 30 education leaders
The summer issue of Wisconsin Natural Resources magazine is now available in print and online. / Photo Credit: Bill McNee MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the summer issue of Wisconsin Natural Resources magazine is now available
(Washington, D.C.) – Following a scathing investigative piece by the Washington Post, Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-WI) is doubling down on his call to end the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC). The article confirms that the LIHTC program enriches developers, banks, and lawyers
MADISON, Wis. – Ahead of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15, the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) calls on consumers of all ages to be aware of how scammers try to take advantage of
MADISON, Wis. — The WisDems are doubling down on their woke ideologies at their state convention this weekend. Rather than tackling educational failures, WisDems proposed not one, but three resolutions linked to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and Critical Race Theory (CRT), masquerading as
The claim: “They are cutting [Medicaid] in order to pay for massive tax breaks, for the very wealthy, and big corporations.” — U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin on the federal budget reconciliation bill, also known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill” Reality: Sen. Baldwin
Contact: media@lawforward.org MADISON, Wis. – Law Forward, Democracy Defenders Fund, and Hecker Fink LLP filed a lawsuit on behalf of the nonpartisan Wisconsin Democracy Campaign and a group of Wisconsin voters, alleging that billionaire Elon Musk and affiliated entities violated multiple
Wisconsin Working Families Continue to Pay the Costs for GOP Obstruction and Partisanship MADISON, Wis. — Lowering costs for hard working Wisconsinites, protecting consumers from price gouging and insurance company abuses, and investing in training the next generation of teachers and
Madison – Recently the State of Wisconsin was notified by the U.S. Department of Justice that the Wisconsin Elections Commission (WEC) is in violation of the federal Help America Vote Act (HAVA). Representative Wichgers released the following statement: “Today, I
MADISON—Today, Republican members of the Joint Committee on Finance once again failed to meet the needs of Wisconsin families, rejecting targeted proposals to address rising living costs and potential serious federal funding gaps. While Governor Evers’ budget prioritized food safety,
Trump administration is cutting lifesaving research right now while proposing a budget that would rip away $18 billion – a 40% cut – in NIH funding for lifesaving breakthroughs next year WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Ranking
Madison, WI – Representative Chanz Green (R-Grand View) issued the following statement after seeing the Wisconsin Department of Tourism have another record-breaking year in 2024: “As Chair of the Assembly Committee on Tourism, I am ecstatic to see this industry continue to
Madison… Senator Jesse James (R-Thorp) and Representative Clint Moses (R Menomonie) recently testified on their bills that would restore needed access to mental health treatment in the Chippewa Falls area. The bills would allocate $1 million in the state budget
“We remain deeply committed to the safety and security of every person who walks into a courthouse in Wisconsin. This includes victims, litigants, attorneys, and the dedicated public employees who work to ensure justice prevails. While today’s budget action did
“Milwaukee leads the state in tourism. Numbers just out from the Wisconsin Department of Tourism show our county is, far and away, the leader in tourism spending, number of visitors, and jobs for local residents in hospitality. “This achievement is
Madison… Yesterday, Governor Evers signed a letter expressing support for the ICE rioters in Los Angeles. Senator Tomczyk (R-Mosinee) released the following statement regarding the Governor’s actions: “What’s happening in Los Angeles isn’t a protest. It’s a riot. It’s destruction.
MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul today announced Wisconsin has joined a bipartisan coalition of 28 states in filing a lawsuit on behalf of consumers that objects to the proposed sale of personal genetic information collected by 23andMe. The complaint and
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) sent a letter to Patrick O’Brien, the Director of the Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation (OLDCC) at the Department of Defense inviting him to witness the noise pollution caused by the F-35s at Truax Field after the OLDCC rejected an $18 million noise
MADISON, WI – Last week, Legislative Republicans left the negotiating table during state budget talks with Governor Tony Evers, refusing to commit to adequately funding Wisconsin’s public schools — a move that undermines both educational opportunity and the overall well-being of our kids. Representatives Francesca Hong (D-Madison), Christian Phelps (D-Eau Claire),
MADISON, WI – Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway’s proposed zoning changes serve as a critical step toward creating more inclusive, age-friendly communities, AARP Wisconsin State Director Martha Cranley said this morning after the mayor announced her plan at a press conference. “Zoning reforms that promote housing diversity and accessibility are essential to
Process ensures annual reports remain fair, accurate and aligned MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction held the first standard setting open meeting for school and district report cards on Tuesday. The panel of more than 30 education leaders from across Wisconsin — representing public, private choice, and charter
The summer issue of Wisconsin Natural Resources magazine is now available in print and online. / Photo Credit: Bill McNee MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the summer issue of Wisconsin Natural Resources magazine is now available in print and online, full of compelling stories and important
(Washington, D.C.) – Following a scathing investigative piece by the Washington Post, Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-WI) is doubling down on his call to end the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC). The article confirms that the LIHTC program enriches developers, banks, and lawyers while failing to effectively help the low-income Americans it was
MADISON, Wis. – Ahead of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15, the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) calls on consumers of all ages to be aware of how scammers try to take advantage of older adults, and take action to protect their friends, families,
MADISON, Wis. — The WisDems are doubling down on their woke ideologies at their state convention this weekend. Rather than tackling educational failures, WisDems proposed not one, but three resolutions linked to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and Critical Race Theory (CRT), masquerading as ‘accurate history’ and ‘academic freedom.’ This move underscores their growing
The claim: “They are cutting [Medicaid] in order to pay for massive tax breaks, for the very wealthy, and big corporations.” — U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin on the federal budget reconciliation bill, also known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill” Reality: Sen. Baldwin and liberals in Wisconsin and across the country have been
Contact: media@lawforward.org MADISON, Wis. – Law Forward, Democracy Defenders Fund, and Hecker Fink LLP filed a lawsuit on behalf of the nonpartisan Wisconsin Democracy Campaign and a group of Wisconsin voters, alleging that billionaire Elon Musk and affiliated entities violated multiple Wisconsin laws—including the election-bribery statute—during the 2025 Wisconsin Supreme Court
Wisconsin Working Families Continue to Pay the Costs for GOP Obstruction and Partisanship MADISON, Wis. — Lowering costs for hard working Wisconsinites, protecting consumers from price gouging and insurance company abuses, and investing in training the next generation of teachers and health care workers were among the popular measures the legislature’s
Madison – Recently the State of Wisconsin was notified by the U.S. Department of Justice that the Wisconsin Elections Commission (WEC) is in violation of the federal Help America Vote Act (HAVA). Representative Wichgers released the following statement: “Today, I circulated legislation with Sen. André Jacque (R-New Franken) to correct
MADISON—Today, Republican members of the Joint Committee on Finance once again failed to meet the needs of Wisconsin families, rejecting targeted proposals to address rising living costs and potential serious federal funding gaps. While Governor Evers’ budget prioritized food safety, affordable prescriptions, and workforce development, Republicans tore it all up
Trump administration is cutting lifesaving research right now while proposing a budget that would rip away $18 billion – a 40% cut – in NIH funding for lifesaving breakthroughs next year WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and
Madison, WI – Representative Chanz Green (R-Grand View) issued the following statement after seeing the Wisconsin Department of Tourism have another record-breaking year in 2024: “As Chair of the Assembly Committee on Tourism, I am ecstatic to see this industry continue to thrive. Not only does it benefit Northern Wisconsin, but it
Madison… Senator Jesse James (R-Thorp) and Representative Clint Moses (R Menomonie) recently testified on their bills that would restore needed access to mental health treatment in the Chippewa Falls area. The bills would allocate $1 million in the state budget to purchase and renovate the Libertas Treatment Center in Chippewa
“We remain deeply committed to the safety and security of every person who walks into a courthouse in Wisconsin. This includes victims, litigants, attorneys, and the dedicated public employees who work to ensure justice prevails. While today’s budget action did not include any additional security for the court system, we
“Milwaukee leads the state in tourism. Numbers just out from the Wisconsin Department of Tourism show our county is, far and away, the leader in tourism spending, number of visitors, and jobs for local residents in hospitality. “This achievement is possible because of the hard work of businesses, attractions, sports
Madison… Yesterday, Governor Evers signed a letter expressing support for the ICE rioters in Los Angeles. Senator Tomczyk (R-Mosinee) released the following statement regarding the Governor’s actions: “What’s happening in Los Angeles isn’t a protest. It’s a riot. It’s destruction. And it’s a direct challenge to law enforcement, public safety,
MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul today announced Wisconsin has joined a bipartisan coalition of 28 states in filing a lawsuit on behalf of consumers that objects to the proposed sale of personal genetic information collected by 23andMe. The complaint and a separate objection to the bankruptcy sale, each filed in