NRSC: Statement on Tammy Baldwin reelection announcement
The NRSC released the following statement regarding Tammy Baldwin’s decision to seek reelection: “Tammy Baldwin has voted against tougher penalties for violent criminals, stood with Democrats to destroy American energy independence, and rubber-stamped Joe Biden and Chuck Schumer’s reckless spending
US Sen. Baldwin: Highlights support for fire departments and dairy businesses on ‘Delivering for Wisconsin Tour’ in Wausau and Thorp
WISCONSIN – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin continued her Delivering for Wisconsin Tour at the Wausau Fire Department to discuss how federal funding is helping the department hire additional firefighters and her effort to pass legislation to ensure fire departments have
Protect Our Care: Rep. Moore & women leaders on importance of Medicaid for moms & kids
Washington, DC – Today, Democratic Women’s Caucus Communications Task Force Co-Chairs Rep. Gwen Moore (D-WI-04) and Rep. Shontel Brown (D-OH-11) and President of the National Partnership for Women & Families Jocelyn Frye joined Protect Our Care for a press conference
US Rep. Gallagher: Colleagues blast Biden administration for leaving catholic service members and veterans with insufficient pastoral care at Walter Reed
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) joined Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) and a number of his colleagues in writing to Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin to express concerns about pastoral care for Catholic service members at Walter Reed National Military
Rep. Dallman: Authors unemployment indexing legislation
Madison, WI — State Representative Alex Dallman has re-introduced his bill, AB 153, which would change the amount of benefits received under unemployment insurance. AB 153 has been co-sponsored by over 20 state representatives and senators in the Wisconsin Legislature. Our
Rep. Emerson: Statement on Cardinal Stritch closure
MADISON –Yesterday, Cardinal Stritch University president, Dan Scholz, announced that the school based in Milwaukee will be closing May 22nd. The announcement was made in a video posted on the school’s YouTube page. Cardinal Stritch is a private Catholic university
Fahey campaign: Gen Z conservative nearly wins in Madison
[MADISON, Wis.] — On April 4, the City of Madison was 103 votes shy of electing its first conservative City Council member in years. University of Wisconsin student Charlie Fahey garnered 49% of the vote in the 8th District, which
Dept. of Justice: AG Kaul joins multistate coalition to fight back against decision to block medication abortion access
MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul today announces he has joined a multistate coalition to challenge the decision issued by a district court judge in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas that could restrict medication
Dept. of Revenue: April 18 individual income tax filing deadline is one week away
E-filing numbers continue to grow, granting taxpayers security while saving time, money MADISON — With one week remaining to the individual income tax return filing deadline, the Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR) reminds everyone to file their tax returns and
ACLU: Announces forthcoming departure of legal director Larry Dupuis, launches search for successor
MILWAUKEE – The ACLU of Wisconsin announced today that longtime legal director Larry Dupuis plans to depart this summer after a 20-year career with the organization. He will stay on the job while the ACLU conducts a nationwide search for
Dept. of Natural Resources: Brule river state forest master plan variance now available for public review and comment
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comments on the Brule River State Forest Master Plan Variance. The proposed variance would allow additional barrens habitat management in the Mott’s Ravine Native Community Management Area at Brule River
Dept. of Natural Resources: Accepting applications for Learn To Hunt Deer program at Sandhill Wildlife Area
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is accepting applications for the 2023 Learn to Hunt Deer program at Sandhill Wildlife Area. Sandhill’s Learn to Hunt Deer program combines classroom instruction and hands-on field experience with a mentored hunt on
Dept. of Transportation: Reminds drivers to be alert for Adopt-A-Highway crews
With spring weather here, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is reminding drivers to stay alert for Adopt-A-Highway volunteers, who routinely collect trash and recyclables along state highways. “It’s a sign of spring to see people so generously taking time
Create Wisconsin: Coalition of leaders advocate for Creative Sector investment to fuel state’s economy
[Wisconsin Dells, Wis.] – A coalition of arts organizations and creative businesses from across Wisconsin are collaborating to highlight the vital role of the creative sector in propelling economic growth in rural communities throughout the state. The group, composed of
Gov. Evers: Budget proposals help bolster state’s education workforce
LODI — Gov. Tony Evers today will visit Lodi Elementary School to discuss the school’s involvement in the local “GROW initiative” that was supported by an up to $264,000 Workforce Innovation Grant last year to create a pipeline of highly qualified teachers who want to work in
Dept. of Natural Resources: Reminder: DNR to host conservation warden recruitment webinar
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages those interested in becoming a conservation warden to learn more about the hiring and training process during a live webinar today, April 11. The DNR is currently hiring for its 2024 class of conservation
Democratic National Committee: Announces Chicago to host 2024 Democratic National Convention
The Democratic National Committee today announced Chicago will host the 2024 Democratic National Convention at the United Center from August 19 to 22. The DNC is returning to the Midwest, a critical Democratic stronghold: Illinois along with Wisconsin, Michigan, and
US Rep. Van Orden: In La Crosse Tribune: “No cuts to Social Security, Medicare”
LA CROSSE, WI – In case you missed it, Rep. Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) penned an op-ed in the La Crosse Tribune highlighting his commitment to protecting Social Security and Medicare. Despite lies from some self-serving politicians, Republicans and Democrats agree that Social
Americans For Prosperity-Wisconsin: Announces new state director
MADISON, Wis. –Today, Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin (AFP-WI) announced Megan Novak as its next state director. Novak has served as Legislative Director for AFP-WI since 2019. “I am thrilled to take on this new role as state director and carry out
Dept. of Natural Resources: 2023 Ojibwe spring fishing season starting soon
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds Wisconsinites of the protected tribal right to fish in certain Wisconsin waterways and the legal consequences they could face if found interfering with that right during the upcoming Ojibwe spring fishing