WCC: Statement on ruling that abortion ban does not apply to abortion
The Wisconsin Catholic Conference, the public policy voice of Wisconsin’s bishops, expresses its deep sadness and incredulity at Dane County Judge Diane Schlipper’s December 5 ruling that §940.04, the state’s abortion ban, does not apply to consensual abortions. In 1849,
Wisconsin Catholic Conference: Statement on ruling that abortion ban does not apply to abortion
The Wisconsin Catholic Conference, the public policy voice of Wisconsin’s bishops, expresses its deep sadness and incredulity at Dane County Judge Diane Schlipper’s December 5 ruling that §940.04, the state’s abortion ban, does not apply to consensual abortions. In 1849,
Sen. Knodl: Campaign finance reform and driver education signed into law
Madison – Today, two bills authored by State Senator Dan Knodl (R – Germantown) were signed into law in the State Capitol. Assembly Bill 394 establishes a dedicated driver education grant program for students who are eligible for free or
Dept. of Health Services, Dept. of Justice: Announce Dose of Reality roundtable discussions on Wisconsin’s opioid epidemic
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) and Department of Justice (DOJ) are announcing a series of roundtable discussions to hear directly from local communities who are working toward preventing overdose deaths in the state and helping Wisconsinites struggling with
Rep. Hurd: Bill becomes law to help seniors on seniorCare
Madison – Governor Evers signs State Representative Karen Hurd’s (R-Fall Creek) bill into law. As a part of the response to COVID-19, SeniorCare participants were allowed to purchase 100-day supplies for certain prescription drugs instead of the 34 day supply
Sen. Bradley: Recent MISO project selection once again demonstrates federal process is broken
On Friday, December 1st, the Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO), the regional transmission operator that manages the flow of high-voltage electricity across 15 U.S. states, including Wisconsin, announced that it had chosen Dairyland Power Cooperative to be the Selected Developer
Rep. Steffen: Bill requiring swift processing of sexual assault kits becomes law
Madison, WI – Today, Governor Evers signed Assembly Bill 36 into law. This legislation creates a timeline for the processing of sexual assault kits by the State Crime Lab. The bill, authored by State Representative David Steffen (R-Howard) and State
Agard Campaign: Operating Engineers Local 139 endorses Melissa Agard for County Executive
MADISON – Today, the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 139 announced their endorsement of Senator Melissa Agard as the next Dane County Executive. “Senator Melissa Agard has consistently demonstrated her ability to bring people together to get things done in
Dept. of Natural Resources: Buy your 2024 state park and forest annual admission stickers by Dec. 8 to arrive in time for the holidays
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public that 2024 state park and forest annual admission stickers and trail passes are now on sale. Give the gift of the great outdoors by purchasing admission stickers and trail
Sen. Spreitzer: Bipartisan farmland preservation bill signed into law
MADISON – Today, Governor Tony Evers signed into law a bipartisan bill authored by Sen. Mark Spreitzer to strengthen and update our state’s farmland preservation program. Senator Mark Spreitzer (D-Beloit) released the following statement after Governor Evers signed 2023 Assembly
Rep. Subeck: Praises Dane County Court ruling that abortion is legal in Wisconsin
MADISON – Last night, Dane County Judge ruled that an 1800s-era law that many interpreted to be a complete ban on abortion does not apply to consensual abortions, but only to the “intentional criminal act of feticide.” For over a
Rep. Penterman: Celebrates two bills signed into law
Madison, WI – State Representative William Penterman (R – Columbus) is pleased to announce the successful enactment of two bills, emphasizing bipartisan collaboration and improved governance. Previously, a loophole in the law exempted University of Wisconsin campuses from honoring DOT-issued disability identifications for
Universities of Wisconsin: Financial aid modernization will help Wisconsin students
MADISON, Wis.—The Financial Aid Modernization Act, passed by the Wisconsin legislature and signed into law by Governor Tony Evers today, will help students by making Wisconsin’s financial aid programs more user-friendly while aligning with federal financial aid requirements. Act 80
WCCA: Broadband expansion grant program bill signed into law today
[Madison, Wis.] – The Wisconsin Cable Communications Association (WCCA) is excited to announce SB 325 was signed into law by Gov. Tony Evers today. Thomas E. Moore, Executive Director of WCCA, released the following statement highlighting why SB 325 will
Gov. Evers: Takes action on 48 Bills
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers took action on 48 bills listed below in addition to Assembly Bills 465, 133, and 394, as already announced earlier today. In total, Gov. Evers today acted on 51 bills. Safe Haven BoxesGov. Evers today
Sen. Markein: Three Marklein bills signed into law today
Madison, WI – Sen. Howard Marklein (R-Spring Green) celebrated the signing of three of his bills into law today. “I am very proud of my work on behalf of the residents of the 17th Senate District,” Marklein said. “Every session, I
Wisconsin Family Action: Statement of Judge Diane Schippler’s ruling on Wisconsin’s pre-Roe abortion law
MADISON – Yesterday, Dane County District Court Judge Diane Schlipper ruled on the case brought by Wisconsin Attorney Josh Kaul (D) alleging that Wisconsin’s pre-Roe abortion statute, 940.04, is not enforceable. As the judge intimated earlier this year in an initial hearing,
Rep. Allen: Gov Evers harms Wisconsin kids
Madison, WI – Today, Governor Evers vetoed AB 465, the “Help Not Harm Bill,” which would have protected minors from long-term, irreversible damage from unproven medical gender transition procedures. Rep. Allen released the following statement: “Global, long-term, peer-reviewed, qualitative studies
Dept. of Natural Resources: Make a plan now to dispose of your holiday tree
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is encouraging Wisconsinites to make a plan now to properly dispose of their holiday trees after their celebrations wrap up. Wisconsin law generally prohibits landfill disposal of yard waste, including leaves, grass clippings,
WisDems: Renew call for removal of Bob Spindell
MADISON, Wis. — In light of today’s admission by Wisconsin’s 10 fake Republican electors that their actions contributed to an improper attempt to overturn the 2020 election, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler issued the following statement: “No matter your party or who you voted