MADISON, Wis. — Most of us in Wisconsin can agree that bringing more revenue into the state, combatting disproportionate rates of incarceration, and providing relief for the sick are things that our elected officials should be fighting for. But, Wisconsin’s GOP-controlled legislature has yet to unite behind the legislation that could

Stephanie Bloomingdale, President of the Wisconsin AFL-CIO, released the following statement announcing the labor federation’s endorsement of Peter Barca in Wisconsin’s First Congressional District. “As a Wisconsin legislator, Peter Barca stood steadfastly on the side of our state’s working families. During Wisconsin’s Act 10 protests, Representative Barca was a leader

Kenosha, WI – April 20, 2024 – Today former KUSD School Board Member and local community organizer Kyle Flood announced his candidacy to serve as the next representative for the 65th Wisconsin State Assembly District. He thanks Representative Ohnstad for his phenomenal representation over the past 12 years and wishes

WASHINGTON – This week, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) forcefully condemned the Democratic governance that is weakening America and emboldening our enemies. The senator confronted Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas over the realities of the Biden administration’s open border catastrophe. Watch a highlight reel of Sen. Johnson’s hits here….

Actions are the latest in a series of steps the Biden-Harris Administration has taken to improve safety, provide support for care workers and family caregivers, and to expand access to affordable, high-quality care Everyone deserves to be treated with dignity and respect and to have access to quality care. That’s

From Oregon to Pennsylvania, our Democratic Lieutenant Governors have been leading efforts to ensure Americans can afford the health care they need, take care of their families, and are safe in their communities.  See more highlights from our Lt. Govs. on how they continue to lead across the country:  ILLINOIS

This week, Bryan Steil voted to block the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s (CFPB) rule that caps credit card late fees to $8, helping big banks and credit card companies keep costs high for Wisconsin families. After Steil took over $137,000 from the credit industry, it’s no surprise he’d rather protect profits for big banks and corporations

At long last, it’s turkey time in Wisconsin! As the weather warms, plenty of outdoor enthusiasts will be enjoying Wisconsin’s abundant natural resources. That means turkey hunters and public land users may be sharing fields and forests during the season and need to be aware and alert of others in

(WAUKESHA, WI) – Today, Friday, April 19, 2024, Waukesha County District Atorney Susan L. Opper is announcing her decision to decline to pursue criminal action against Wisconsin Assembly District 22  Representative Janel Brandtjen following a 2022 complaint filed with the Wisconsin Ethics Commission.  The complaint centered around a plan involving Rep.

MADISON – Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation President Brad Olson released the following statement today regarding the Biden administration’s emergency fuel waiver to allow the sale of summer gasoline blends containing 15% ethanol (E15). “Wisconsin farmers appreciate the Environmental Protection Agency granting an emergency waiver for the year-round sale of E15.

The voting rights of residents in care facilities are no different than any other  Wisconsinite: every person eligible to vote in Wisconsin, regardless of their living  situation, maintains that eligibility unless a court determines they are not legally  competent and removes their right to vote.  Additional information and resources:   •

MADISON – Senator Rob Cowles (R-Green Bay) released the following statement in reaction to a recent Wisconsin Policy Forum report showing that “the state of Wisconsin’s finances are the strongest on record” with healthy general fund reserves and the lowest levels of debt in 25 years: “2023 Wisconsin Act 19, the 2023-25

Today, Peter Barca announced raising over $250,000 in the first 24-hours of his campaign for Wisconsin’s first congressional district. “I’m so grateful for the overwhelming support we’ve received in the first 24-hours of this campaign,” said Peter Barca. “Wisconsin families are hungry for a leader who will fight to grow

PRAIRIE DU CHIEN, Wisc.– In case you missed it, Wisconsin Congressman Derrick Van Orden called out Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas’ failure to maintain border security at the southern border and endorsed his impeachment in a recent appearance on Newsmax. WATCH: Van Orden said of Mayorkas, in part, “he has performed his job at an incredibly

Madison… Senator Joan Ballweg’s bill to aid county and district fairs was signed by Governor Evers. 2023 Wisconsin Act 244 adds to the 27 bills authored by Senator Ballweg that have been signed this session. “I am happy to have Senate Bill 311 signed into law,” said Ballweg. “This legislation builds on my

Retiring Rusk County Representative Jimmy Boy Edming Endorses Summerfield for Assembly Bloomer, WI – Wisconsin State Representative Rob Summerfield announces his candidacy for re-election to the newly drawn 68th Assembly District. “It’s been an honor to serve the people of northwest Wisconsin in the Assembly. The district lines may have changed,

The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) released a statement criticizing the new Title IX rules from the Biden Administration as an attack on women across the country. The Quotes: WILL Education Counsel Cory Brewer stated, “Title IX was meant to protect the rights, safety, and well-being of women

Stephanie Bloomingdale, President of the Wisconsin AFL-CIO, released the following statement announcing the labor federation’s endorsement of Peter Barca in Wisconsin’s First Congressional District. “As a Wisconsin legislator, Peter Barca stood steadfastly on the side of our state’s working families. During Wisconsin’s Act 10 protests, Representative Barca was a leader

MADISON, Wis.– The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is offering an online training webinar for newly-licensed fair judges as well as those interested in learning more about the general principles of serving as a judge at a Wisconsin county or district fair. The training webinar will be held

MADISON, Wis. – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today announced the designation of PFOA and PFOS, including their salts and structural isomers, as hazardous substances under the federal Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act, also known as “Superfund.” The EPA is taking this action because significant evidence demonstrates that when … Please