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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representatives Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) Josh Harder (CA-09) introduced a bill to require clear labeling of canned goods so families know which country their food came from. Right now, many families have no idea they are buying cheap,
Four months ago, we launched our reelection campaign to continue the work we’ve been doing the last several years to improve the lives of Wisconsin residents. I’ve always based my work on listening to the voices most frequently silenced and
Washington, D.C. — In this week’s Democratic primaries, the vast majority of state legislative districts that changed in the direction of fairness saw increased voter participation compared to the 2022 Democratic primaries. The current maps were enacted earlier this year following
(Milwaukee, August 14, 2024)- The results of yesterday’s primary elections in Wisconsin, which included races for Congress, state Legislature, county-level offices, and two statewide referendum questions, underscore the growing strength and determination of our Latine and immigrant communities to shape the
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Historical Society is excited to host its 18th annual Local History & Historic Preservation Conference at the Hilton Appleton Paper Valley on Oct. 16-18, 2024. The multi-day, fully in-person event will showcase dynamic keynote speakers, interactive workshops,
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It’s Day One of the campaign for extreme Democrat Rebecca Cooke and she’s already off to a very rocky start. Following a scathing report about a self-enrichment scandal, it was reported that Rebecca Cooke filed her Personal Financial Disclosure 89 DAYS LATE, only
Folks, the results are in and we have won. I want to thank all those that voted for me and took the time to vote regardless of who you supported. I’d like to express my thanks and gratitude to Joe
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Senator Kelda Roys and Representative Tip McGuire held a press conference setting the stage for the general election in the U.S. Senate race, highlighting the litany of issues that have plagued the new GOP nominee, Eric Hovde. Click
MADISON, Wis. – Members of the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection’s (DATCP) Something Special from Wisconsin™ (SSfW) program won 33 of 41 awards at the 2024 Wisconsin State Fair Grand Champion Eats and Treats competition last week. “We congratulate
On Tuesday, August 13, Wisconsin voters rejected two ballot questions in the statewide primary election that would amend the state constitution to allow more partisan interference in channeling funds to communities by giving outsized power to the state legislature. River
Representative Angie Sapik has expressed deep concern over the recent ballot error in the Town of Summit, where redistricting has caused confusion among voters after being moved from the 73rd Assembly District to the 74th Assembly District. “The recent ballot
Madison, Wisconsin – Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin (AFP-WI) congratulates Sen. Dan Knodl (AD-24) and Rep. Nate Gustafson (AD-55) for winning their primary elections. AFP-WI is proud to have endorsed these candidates for their dedication to advancing economic prosperity, education freedom, and good policy
The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) has filed a federal civil rights complaint under Title VI and the Affordable Care Act (ACA) against the Ohio-based Cleveland Clinic on behalf of Do No Harm (DNH), a nationwide membership
APPLETON—Since declaring her candidacy in February, Kris Aflheim has been hyper-focused on meeting with voters, listening to their concerns, and running a race that speaks to those kitchen-table issues. Meanwhile, Republicans have been engaged in a race to the right,
MADISON –Today, unofficial results indicate that voters throughout Wisconsin rejected two constitutional amendments that would have hurt our communities and delayed necessary federal funds. Debra Cronmiller, LWVWI executive director, issued the following statement in response. “Today’s results show how when we come
The Bureau announces the release of State Retiree Health Insurance Reporting for the State of Wisconsin (report 24-10). The State Retiree Health Insurance program, which is one of the other postemployment benefits (OPEB) programs offered by the State of Wisconsin to eligible
MADISON — Wisconsin entrepreneur Eric Hovde today released two ads highlighting his work to save vulnerable children through the Hovde Foundation. Eric and his brother Steve started the Hovde Foundation in 1998 to support finding a cure for Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the beginning of surveys to track smooth greensnake populations in the state. Surveys will be conducted at select sites across the species’ range in partnership with student volunteers in
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) invites Wisconsin dairy processors to apply for Dairy Processor Grants through October 7, 2024. These grants aim to foster innovation, improve profitability, and sustain the long-term viability
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representatives Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) Josh Harder (CA-09) introduced a bill to require clear labeling of canned goods so families know which country their food came from. Right now, many families have no idea they are buying cheap, imported canned foods. Imports of canned fruits and vegetables from
Four months ago, we launched our reelection campaign to continue the work we’ve been doing the last several years to improve the lives of Wisconsin residents. I’ve always based my work on listening to the voices most frequently silenced and ensuring advocacy for those farthest from power. This year we
Washington, D.C. — In this week’s Democratic primaries, the vast majority of state legislative districts that changed in the direction of fairness saw increased voter participation compared to the 2022 Democratic primaries. The current maps were enacted earlier this year following a decision by the Wisconsin Supreme Court that struck down
(Milwaukee, August 14, 2024)- The results of yesterday’s primary elections in Wisconsin, which included races for Congress, state Legislature, county-level offices, and two statewide referendum questions, underscore the growing strength and determination of our Latine and immigrant communities to shape the future of our state. These outcomes also reflect the tireless
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Historical Society is excited to host its 18th annual Local History & Historic Preservation Conference at the Hilton Appleton Paper Valley on Oct. 16-18, 2024. The multi-day, fully in-person event will showcase dynamic keynote speakers, interactive workshops, engaging breakout sessions and optional tours with partnering history organizations
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It’s Day One of the campaign for extreme Democrat Rebecca Cooke and she’s already off to a very rocky start. Following a scathing report about a self-enrichment scandal, it was reported that Rebecca Cooke filed her Personal Financial Disclosure 89 DAYS LATE, only AFTER the press asked her why it wasn’t filed on
Folks, the results are in and we have won. I want to thank all those that voted for me and took the time to vote regardless of who you supported. I’d like to express my thanks and gratitude to Joe Maldonado for running a hard-fought campaign and giving voters a
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Senator Kelda Roys and Representative Tip McGuire held a press conference setting the stage for the general election in the U.S. Senate race, highlighting the litany of issues that have plagued the new GOP nominee, Eric Hovde. Click here for a recording of the press call available for
MADISON, Wis. – Members of the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection’s (DATCP) Something Special from Wisconsin™ (SSfW) program won 33 of 41 awards at the 2024 Wisconsin State Fair Grand Champion Eats and Treats competition last week. “We congratulate all the winners and participants of the 2024 Grand Champion
On Tuesday, August 13, Wisconsin voters rejected two ballot questions in the statewide primary election that would amend the state constitution to allow more partisan interference in channeling funds to communities by giving outsized power to the state legislature. River Alliance of Wisconsin came out against these measures and pointed
Representative Angie Sapik has expressed deep concern over the recent ballot error in the Town of Summit, where redistricting has caused confusion among voters after being moved from the 73rd Assembly District to the 74th Assembly District. “The recent ballot error in the Town of Summit is a serious issue.
Madison, Wisconsin – Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin (AFP-WI) congratulates Sen. Dan Knodl (AD-24) and Rep. Nate Gustafson (AD-55) for winning their primary elections. AFP-WI is proud to have endorsed these candidates for their dedication to advancing economic prosperity, education freedom, and good policy that puts Wisconsinites first. AFP-WI State Director Megan Novak&nb… Please
The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) has filed a federal civil rights complaint under Title VI and the Affordable Care Act (ACA) against the Ohio-based Cleveland Clinic on behalf of Do No Harm (DNH), a nationwide membership organization that opposes racially discriminatory programs and policies in healthcare
APPLETON—Since declaring her candidacy in February, Kris Aflheim has been hyper-focused on meeting with voters, listening to their concerns, and running a race that speaks to those kitchen-table issues. Meanwhile, Republicans have been engaged in a race to the right, trying to stake out the most extreme positions on reproductive
MADISON –Today, unofficial results indicate that voters throughout Wisconsin rejected two constitutional amendments that would have hurt our communities and delayed necessary federal funds. Debra Cronmiller, LWVWI executive director, issued the following statement in response. “Today’s results show how when we come together we can win. The vague and unnecessary amendments would
The Bureau announces the release of State Retiree Health Insurance Reporting for the State of Wisconsin (report 24-10). The State Retiree Health Insurance program, which is one of the other postemployment benefits (OPEB) programs offered by the State of Wisconsin to eligible retirees, is administered by the Department of Employee Trust Funds
MADISON — Wisconsin entrepreneur Eric Hovde today released two ads highlighting his work to save vulnerable children through the Hovde Foundation. Eric and his brother Steve started the Hovde Foundation in 1998 to support finding a cure for Multiple Sclerosis (MS) through funding research. Eric was diagnosed with MS at the age
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the beginning of surveys to track smooth greensnake populations in the state. Surveys will be conducted at select sites across the species’ range in partnership with student volunteers in the Forest and Wildlife Ecology Department at the University of
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) invites Wisconsin dairy processors to apply for Dairy Processor Grants through October 7, 2024. These grants aim to foster innovation, improve profitability, and sustain the long-term viability of Wisconsin’s dairy processing facilities. “Wisconsin’s dairy processors are a