Madison – Today Democrats on the Committee on Colleges and Universities voted NO on Assembly Bill 610. This bill allows students or prospective students of any institution of higher education that receives public funding to waive the immunization requirement for reasons of health, religion, or personal conviction. In addition, this

MIDDLETON, Wis. – Jan. 17, 2024 — Phil Anderson, Libertarian candidate for the United States Senate in Wisconsin, has submitted a petition to encourage the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association (WBA) Foundation to reconsider their debate criteria for the late 2024 Senate debates leading up to the November election. The foundation board will consider the

MADISON, Wis. — Current right-wing candidate for Wisconsin State Supreme Court Brad Schimel was widely criticized for his wasteful spending as state Attorney General in advance of losing his 2018 re-election bid for the office. Based on his latest campaign finance report, Schimel hasn’t changed his suspect spending habits. Records reveal

Washington, D.C. — Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI), Chairman of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party, alongside House Energy and Commerce Committee (E&C) Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA), E&C Subcommittee on Communications and Technology Chair Bob Latta (R-OH), E&C Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations Chair Morgan Griffith (R-VA), E&C

DELAFIELD, WI – IRG Action Fund’s Alex Ignatowski is in the State Capitol today to testify before the Senate Committee on Universities and Revenue on an IRG Action supported proposal, authored by Senator Testin and Representative Gustafson, that helps workers by eliminating taxes on all overtime wages, as well as

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) called on President Joe Biden to provide immediate assistance to communities in Wisconsin as migration strains existing state and local resources. Senator Baldwin cited the City of Whitewater which recently sent a letter to President Biden asking for additional assistance and resources for the

As students begin the spring semester, the Department of Health Services (DHS) encourages parents and caregivers to be aware of Wisconsin Emergency Department data from the National Syndromic Surveillance Program that shows young people experience large increases in self-harm injuries at certain times of the year, including when school resumes

MADISON – Yesterday, the Wisconsin State Assembly passed Senate Bill (SB) 218, authored by Sen. Howard Marklein (R-Spring Green) and Rep. Tony Kurtz (R-Wonewoc), which creates a grant program for communities to buy new radios that are compatible with the Wisconsin Interoperable System for Communications (WISCOM), a new public safety

Madison, WI – The Wisconsin Primary Health Care Association (WPHCA) celebrates the passage of Assembly Bill 668 and Senate Bill 689, authorizing licensure of Dental Therapists in Wisconsin. The bill passed both the Assembly and Senate yesterday.  WPHCA is the member association for Wisconsin’s 19 Community Health Centers which provided oral health,

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds Wisconsinites to get outdoors and wet a line this Free Fishing Weekend, which allows anglers to fish without purchasing a fishing license or trout and salmon stamp Jan. 20-21. Anglers can fish in state waters where there is an open fishing season. All other

Madison – State Representative Janel Brandtjen released the following statement expressing her frustration with being ignored by leadership during the floor session while repeatedly attempting to introduce the Meagan Wolfe impeachment resolution (AR 18): “Congratulations to Administrator Wolfe’s PR team (Speaker Vos, Rep. August, and Rep. Petersen) for their amazing

ELKHORN, Wis. – The Wisconsin Historical Society announces the listing of the Henry D.L. and Jennie Adkins House in Elkhorn (Walworth County) on the National Register of Historic Places. The house was added to the National Register on January 4, 2024. The Adkins House is a two-story Georgian Revival-style single-family

MADISON – Today the entire Dane County State Senate delegation announced their endorsement of Senator Melissa Agard to be the next Dane County Executive. The Dane County Senate delegation includes State Senator Dianne Hesselbein, State Senator Kelda Roys and State Senator Mark Spreitzer. “I have seen Melissa Agard’s dedication to public

MADISON–The Speaker’s Task Force on Childhood Health introduced its policy recommendations this morning, including a resolution drafted by Rep. Robyn Vining to proclaim the week of April 29 to May 3, 2024 as School Nutrition Professionals Appreciation Week in Wisconsin. State Representative Robyn Vining (D-Wauwatosa) served as the Vice Chair of

MADISON – Today, the Senate is in session and taking up Senate Bill 466, among others, which would prohibit firearms merchant category codes in payment card transactions and prohibit government lists of firearm owners. State Senator Melissa Agard (D-Madison) released the following statement:  “I am disappointed, concerned, and saddened to

MADISON, WI… Wisconsin’s efforts to empower individuals with disabilities continued today as the State Senate approved tax-exempt savings accounts to help cover the cost of services that help those with physical and cognitive challenges live full, independent lives.  The program, part of a broad update of state financial regulations (Senate Bill 668),

MADISON, WI… Vulnerable members of our society that have been targeted by criminals would receive stronger protections under a proposal that cleared the State Senate in a strong bipartisan voice vote. “This legislation will enhance our adult at risk legal framework by adding more protections that will help ensure safe,

MADISON, WI… Our loved ones would never be isolated from their families and friends again under legislation that passed by the State Senate today protecting our right to visit those dear to us in hospitals and care facilities. State Sen. André Jacque (R-De Pere), co-author of the No Patient Left Alone

MADISON, WI… Legislation providing voluntary incentives and strategies for reducing the impacts of road salt on Wisconsin’s lakes, streams and drinking water broadly supported by environmental and small business groups passed the State Senate today.  State Sen. André Jacque (R-De Pere), co-author of the proposal with State Rep. Elijah Behnke, said there has been

This afternoon, the Wisconsin State Assembly passed Assembly Bills 90 and 143, both authored by Representative Nate Gustafson (R-Fox Crossing). “Healthcare professionals deserve a more efficient process to practice their craft,” stated Rep. Gustafson. “I urge the Senate to follow suit and pass these bills promptly.” Assembly Bill 90: This bill