Rep. Anderson: Releases healthcare transparency package

Madison – Representative Jimmy Anderson (D – Fitchburg) introduced nine bills to increase transparency and affordability in Wisconsin’s healthcare system. He released the following statement: “The high cost and extreme complexity of the healthcare system often deter people from seeking

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Sen. Knodl: Dissolving of the Wisconsin Elections Commission

Madison – Yesterday, State Senator Dan Knodl (R – Germantown) and Representative Ty Bodden (R – Hilbert) introduced legislation that would dissolve the Wisconsin Elections Commission and transfer all election responsibilities to the Secretary of State of Wisconsin. Senator Knodl

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WisDems: Affordable Care Act under threat again

MADISON, Wis. — In a new op-ed published Saturday in the Milwaukee Courier, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Vice Chair Felesia Martin called out Donald Trump’s dangerous push to “terminate” the Affordable Care Act and outlined how Wisconsin Republicans are walking hand-in-hand with

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U.S. Sen. Johnson: Announces mobile office hours

WASHINGTON – U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) announced that his staff will be available for mobile office hours at the times and locations listed below. These office hours give constituents the opportunity to meet with Sen. Johnson’s staff to request assistance

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Sen. Pfaff: Appointed to State Building Commission

Madison, WI – This week, State Senator Brad Pfaff (D-Onalaska) was appointed to serve on the State Building Commission. The Building Commission oversees capital budget requests for all state facilities, including the Universities of Wisconsin. Senator Pfaff released this statement following

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Wisconsin Right to Life: Dane County judge rules that Wisconsin’s 1849 abortion ban does not apply to “consensual abortion”

Earlier today, Dane County Judge Diane Schlipper ruled that State Statute 940.04, Wisconsin’s abortion ban established in 1849, does not apply to consensual abortions, but to the practice of feticide.   Shortly after Judge Schlipper signaled that she would rule this way earlier this summer, Planned Parenthood facilities in Milwaukee and Madison began

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DOJ: Attorney General Kaul statement on circuit court decision that 1849 law does not apply to abortions

Contact: DOJCommunications@doj.state.wi.us MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul today released the following statement regarding Dane County Circuit Court Judge Diane Schlipper’s decision that Wis. Stat. 940.04 does not apply to consensual abortions.“Freedom wins. Equality wins. Women’s health wins.“This ruling is a momentous victory, and we are prepared to defend it—and reproductive

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Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin: Statement on Dane County Circuit Court decision 

Media Contact  Analiese Eicher  Analiese.eicher@ppwi.org  608-449-5218  Madison, Wis. – Today Dane County Circuit Court Judge Diane Schlipper re-affirmed previous rulings by the Court that statute 940.04 does not apply to consensual abortion care.  The following is a statement from Michelle Velasquez, Chief Strategy Officer, Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin.  “Today’s ruling is

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WisGOP: Secures election integrity with poll worker signups

MADISON, Wis. – With the 2024 election less than a year away, the Republican Party of Wisconsin is delivering on its promise to secure the vote. More than 5,000 Wisconsinites have signed up through the RPW to serve as poll workers for the next cycle. This marks a new modern record

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Rep. Anderson: Releases healthcare transparency package

Madison – Representative Jimmy Anderson (D – Fitchburg) introduced nine bills to increase transparency and affordability in Wisconsin’s healthcare system. He released the following statement: “The high cost and extreme complexity of the healthcare system often deter people from seeking the care they need. The nine bills in my Healthcare

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Sen. Feyen: Statement on Brewers bill being signed into law

Madison, WI – Today, Senator Dan Feyen (R-Fond du Lac), released the following statement after Governor Evers signed a pair of bills into law that will provide funding for maintenance, rehabilitation, and upkeep of the 22 year old Brewers stadium. “Major League baseball will played right here in Wisconsin until at least

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Sen. Knodl: Dissolving of the Wisconsin Elections Commission

Madison – Yesterday, State Senator Dan Knodl (R – Germantown) and Representative Ty Bodden (R – Hilbert) introduced legislation that would dissolve the Wisconsin Elections Commission and transfer all election responsibilities to the Secretary of State of Wisconsin. Senator Knodl released the following statement:  “It is clear the people of

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U.S. Rep. Pocan: Votes present on meaningless GOP resolution

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) released the following statement after he voted present on a House Republican resolution “condemning and denouncing the drastic rise of antisemitism in the United States and around the world” (H.Res. 894): “I strongly condemn in no uncertain terms the significant rise

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Home Crew Coalition: Celebrates Evers signing ballpark legislation

MILWAUKEE, WI – Gov. Tony Evers signed historic legislation today that will keep baseball in Wisconsin for the next generation. Following the news, Home Crew Coalition Chairman Omar Shaikh released the following statement: “Today’s signature from Gov. Evers keeps baseball in Wisconsin for the next generation. I thank Gov. Evers, Speaker Vos, Senate

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U.S. Rep. Steil: Announces staff-led mobile office hours for December

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) today announced staff-led mobile office hours for December. The congressman has offices in Janesville, Kenosha, Racine, St. Francis, Beloit, and Elkorn that are ready to welcome people from all over Southeast Wisconsin. Mobile office hours allow individuals and families outside of those areas the chance to

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WisDems: Affordable Care Act under threat again

MADISON, Wis. — In a new op-ed published Saturday in the Milwaukee Courier, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Vice Chair Felesia Martin called out Donald Trump’s dangerous push to “terminate” the Affordable Care Act and outlined how Wisconsin Republicans are walking hand-in-hand with Trump’s dangerous demands. But while Republicans are openly campaigning on

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U.S. Sen. Johnson: Announces mobile office hours

WASHINGTON – U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) announced that his staff will be available for mobile office hours at the times and locations listed below. These office hours give constituents the opportunity to meet with Sen. Johnson’s staff to request assistance with a federal agency or other federal matters. Note: Staff-led mobile

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Sen. Pfaff: Appointed to State Building Commission

Madison, WI – This week, State Senator Brad Pfaff (D-Onalaska) was appointed to serve on the State Building Commission. The Building Commission oversees capital budget requests for all state facilities, including the Universities of Wisconsin. Senator Pfaff released this statement following the appointment: “Investing in our infrastructure will move Wisconsin forward

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Dept. of Natural Resources: Seeking public comment for environmental review of Monfort, Mayville Safe DrinkingWater Loan Program Projects

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the village of Montfort and the city of Mayville are applicants for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program to improve their public drinking water systems. Monfort plans to replace water mains. Mayville will replace the water mains

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Sen. Hesselbein: Announces committee changes for Senate Democrats

MADISON – Today, Senate Democratic Leader Dianne Hesselbein (D-Middleton) announced the following committee changes for the members of the Senate Democratic Caucus following the leadership changes last week. The changes are listed in italics: Joint Legislative Audit CommitteeSenator Bob Wirch (ranking)Senator Tim Carpenter State Building CommissionSenator Brad Pfaff Committee on

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