Losing candidates would face a higher bar to seek a recount under legislation the Senate approved today that would have prevented Green Party presidential contender Jill Stein from forcing one in 2016. Currently, any candidates can petition for a recount

The Senate unanimously approved legislation today that would open the door to Wisconsin farmers again growing industrial hemp. SB 119 would require the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection to issue licenses to allow the growing and processing of

The state Senate approved five bills today that backers said would help crack down on violent offenders and protect those who have been victimized by criminals undeterred by past punishments. Sen. Leah Vukmir, R-Wauwatosa and sponsor of the bills approved

Both houses of the Legislature this afternoon OK’d two bills that backers say look to protect personal property rights and reduce regulatory burdens surrounding owning a home. The legislation, dubbed the “Homeowners’ Bill of Rights,” passed on separate voice votes

Shortly after gaveling in this afternoon, the Assembly signed off on a FoodShare bill that looks to promote healthy eating. The bill, which has gained bipartisan cosponsors, passed on a 92-1 vote, with only Rep. Amy Loudenbeck, R-Clinton, voting against

The state Senate voted 29-4 Tuesday to enshrine in the Wisconsin Constitution additional rights for crime victims such as being treated with dignity, respect, courtesy, sensitivity and fairness in criminal proceedings and to have “reasonable protections” from the accused during

The state Senate voted 22-11 to confirm Dave Ross as Transportation secretary with Dems using the vote to knock the guv’s approach to transportation. Gov. Scott Walker refused to consider a gas tax hike or registration fee increase to fund

The GOP sulfide mining bill is expected to see at least one amendment when it’s taken up on the Assembly floor later today. Bill managers say the changes are expected to shore up Republican Senate support for the bill following

The Assembly this afternoon OK’d a bill that would prohibit the Group Insurance Board from providing abortions for public employees or contracting to do. The bill, which cleared the chamber on a 61-35 party-line vote, passed over Dem objections that

The Assembly kicked off its floor session this afternoon with a moment of silence to honor Rep. Bob Gannon, R-West Bend, who passed away last month. The chamber then took up resolutions honoring former Department of Health Services Secretary and

The Senate unanimously approved legislation that would allow utilities to provide homeowners financial assistance to replace service lines containing lead. The bill also would allow the utilities to increase rates to cover the cost of the program. GOP Sen. Rob

The state Senate kicked off today’s floor period by approving 31 appointments, including JFC Co-chair Alberta Darling, R-River Hills, and former GOP state Rep. Rob Kreibich, of New Richmond, to the Wisconsin 529 College Savings Program Board for terms through

State Rep. Bob Gannon passed away last night, according to Assembly Majority Leader Jim Steineke. Gannon was 58. Steineke said Gannon, R-West Bend, died from natural causes. “I am deeply saddened to hear about the passing of my friend and