Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin: Praises Gov. Evers and Democratic leaders for introducing the Restore Roe Act
WISCONSIN—MARCH 21—Today, Governor Evers and Democratic leaders introduced the Restore Roe Act at a news conference at the Wisconsin State Capitol. Executive Director of Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin (PPAWI) Steven Webb was in attendance and joined elected and community
Gov. Evers: Democrats announce legislation to repeal Wisconsin’s 1849-era criminal abortion ban
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers and Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez today joined State Sen. Kelda Roys (D-Madison) and State Rep. Lisa Subeck (D-Madison) to reintroduce legislation this legislative session to repeal Wisconsin’s 1849-era criminal abortion ban—a ban that was passed before
Sen. Roys: Introduces bill to Restore Roe
MADISON, WI — Today, Sen. Kelda Roys (D-Madison) and Rep. Lisa Subeck (D-Madison) introduced legislation to restore abortion access in Wisconsin. Since Roe v. Wade was overturned on June 24, 2022, Wisconsinites have been largely unable to access abortion care in the
Dept. of Natural Resources: Reminder: DNR to host public meeting on using dredged material at the Demolition Landfill Solutions, LLC Landfill
SUPERIOR, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will host a public meeting to discuss using dredged material at the Demolition Landfill Solutions, LLC (DLS) Landfill starting at 3 p.m. on Thursday, March 23, 2023. The meeting will take
U.S. Sen. Baldwin, Blackburn: Lead bipartisan legislation to place Women’s Suffrage National Monument on National Mall
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) introduced the bipartisan Women’s Suffrage National Monument Location Act to ensure that the Women’s Suffrage National Monument is located on the National Mall. In 2020, Senator Baldwin voted to
Judge Protasiewicz Campaign: New ads highlight Dan Kelly’s corruption on the court, insults to seniors on Social Security
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Today, Judge Janet Protasiewicz’s campaign for Wisconsin Supreme Court released two new TV ads, highlighting extremist Dan Kelly’s record of corruption on the bench and his radical stance in favor of a total ban on abortion. These ads
U.S. Dept. of Justice: Green Bay man sentenced to federal prison for manufacturing and trafficking 3D-printed ghost guns
United States Attorney Gregory J. Haanstad of the Eastern District of Wisconsin announced that on March 20, 2023, Senior United States District Judge William C. Griesbach sentenced Mitchell J. Guerrero (age: 30) to a total sentence of 46 months’ imprisonment
Sen. Agard: Governor Evers’ budget lifts up working Wisconsinites
MADISON – Governor Evers’ 2023-25 biennial budget proposal makes significant investments to attract, lift up, and retain working folks in Wisconsin, the backbone of our state’s economy. Senator Melissa Agard (D-Madison), Senate Democratic Leader, released the following statement supporting the
Protect Our Care Wisconsin: The ACA has expanded access to affordable health care, lowering costs and protecting patients
This week marks the 13th anniversary of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). On March 23, 2010, President Barack Obama signed the ACA into law and millions of Americans gained lifesaving coverage as a result. Thanks to the ACA, more than
Kelly campaign: Law enforcement and Wisconsin farmers support Justice Kelly
Milwaukee-Supreme Court candidate Justice Daniel Kelly picked up two major endorsements this week. One is from the Wisconsin Fraternal Order of Police. Law enforcement is supporting Justice Kelly because they know he stands with them by standing up for the
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Acts with bipartisan colleagues to condemn China’s human rights abuses and support Hong Kong independence
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined a group of 40 Democratic and Republican colleagues in introducing a resolution condemning Beijing’s destruction of Hong Kong’s democracy and rule of law and its political persecution of Jimmy Lai and other
U.S. Sen. Baldwin and Rep. Pocan: Highlight $4 million investment for Salvation Army of Dane County to provide affordable housing
MADISON, WI – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin and U.S. Congressman Mark Pocan joined Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway to visit the Salvation Army of Dane County to highlight a $4 million federal investment to help build a new emergency shelter, affordable
Dept. of Military Services: Reserve component maternity leave available to Wisconsin soldiers
MADISON, Wis. — In a big win for Soldiers, Reserve Component Maternity Leave (RCML) is now available to Wisconsin National Guard Soldiers. RCML authorizes traditional Soldiers to be paid for 12 unit training assemblies (UTAs) post childbirth, and they may
Gov. Evers: Budget expands BadgerCare, invests in accessible, affordable healthcare in Wisconsin
MADISON — This week, as the country recognizes the 13th anniversary of the Affordable Care Act, Gov. Tony Evers will be visiting communities and providers across the state to highlight his 2023-25 biennial budget proposals to make significant investments to increase
Dept. of Justice: Attorney General Kaul leads 22 attorneys general in urging Kia and Hyundai for swifter action to protect vehicle owners, public safety
MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul is leading a coalition of 23 attorneys general in calling on the leadership of Kia America (Kia) and Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) to take swift and comprehensive action to help remedy the crisis
Milwaukee County Executive: County Executive David Crowley commends Judge Carl Ashley on appointment to Chief Judge of 1st Judicial District
MILWAUKEE, WI – Late last week, Circuit Court Judge Carl Ashley was appointed by the Wisconsin Supreme Court to serve as the next Chief Judge of Wisconsin’s First Judicial District. Judge Ashley will begin his new role leading the Milwaukee County
Dept. of Transportation: Most common forms of identification to show at voting polls: Wisconsin DMV’s driver license or ID
Wisconsin Department of Transportation Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) reminds voters to check and be sure that they have the proper identification needed to vote in next month’s election (April 4, 2023). Wisconsin driver licenses or IDs are the most
Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership: Announces Trusted Elections Forum
MADISON— The Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership is pleased to announce our Trusted Elections Forum at The Ingleside Hotel on Tuesday, March 28, 2023 starting at 6:30 p.m. As distrust in elections has continued to rise, join us
Sen. Quinn and Rep. Green: Announce Bayfield listening session
Cameron, Wis. – State Senator Romaine Robert Quinn (R-Cameron) and State Representative Chanz Green (R-Grandview) have scheduled an in-district listening session. This first-come, first-serve meeting is an opportunity to express your thoughts on issues that might be considered by the
Sen. Cabral-Guevara and Rep. Gustafson: To hold a joint listening session
MADISON, WIS. – Senator Rachael Cabral-Guevara (R-Appleton) and Representative Nate Gustafson (R-Neenah) will be holding a joint budget listening sessions on Saturday, March 25. What: Joint Budget Listening Session Who: Sen. Rachael Cabral-Guevara, Rep. Nate Gustafson When: Saturday, March 25, 2023