U.S. Rep. Moore: Votes against Republican debt ceiling demands
“I resent that this extreme House GOP majority used their power to create a debt default crisis, holding the American people hostage and pushing our country to the brink of catastrophe unless their demands were met. I voted to raise
U.S. Rep. Steil: Votes to support Fiscal Responsibility Act, save taxpayers money
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) released a statement after voting to support the Fiscal Responsibility Act, legislation to limit the future growth of government spending, save taxpayer dollars, grow the economy, and responsibly raise the debt ceiling. “Washington’s
U.S. Rep. Pocan: Votes against GOP hostage-taking debt ceiling bill
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee, released the following statement after he voted against the Bipartisan Budget Bill: “For months, I have been calling on Speaker McCarthy to put a
WisDems: PACT Act helps toxic-exposed Wisconsin veterans, families get benefits
MADISON, Wis. — Today, the Green Bay Press-Gazette reported how the PACT Act is delivering for Wisconsin veterans by expanding VA health care benefits for veterans exposed to burn pits, Agent Orange, and other toxic substances. Senator Tammy Baldwin was proud to help
U.S. Sens. Baldwin, Duckworth: Reintroduce bill to ensure real-life conditions are considered in federal aircraft emergency evacuation standards
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) to reintroduce the Emergency Vacating of Aircraft Cabin (EVAC) Act to ensure the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) does more to prioritize passenger safety by appropriately considering carry-on baggage,
U.S. Sen. Johnson: Appears as guest in Epoch Times documentary, Unseen
WASHINGTON – U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) recently appeared on the Epoch Times’ new documentary, Unseen. The feature length production goes in-depth on the hidden stories of the vaccine-injured. Since the rollout of the Pfizer and Moderna mRNA vaccines, the senator has
Dept. of Justice: Attorney General Kaul leads 17 States in urging EPA to finalize proposed PFAS drinking water standards
MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul today, as part of a 17-state coalition filed comments to the U.S. Environmental Protect Agency (EPA) supporting the agency’s proposal to set enforceable drinking water standards for six per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances—more commonly known as
U.S. Dept. of Agriculture NASS: Wisconsin ag news – monthly prices
Milwaukee Area Labor Council: Stands in solidarity with UAW Local 469 workers
WisDems: CHAOS CAUCUS: Wisconsin Republicans double Down on anti-abortion extremism
MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, Republicans in the Wisconsin Legislature doubled down on their anti-abortion extremism by proposing a package of legislation to enshrine Wisconsin’s 1849 criminal abortion ban into law. The new Republican effort to cement the 1849 ban in state statute was
Sen. Agard: Statement on legislation to update Wisconsin National Guard’s sexual misconduct procedures
MADISON – Today, the Assembly Committee on Veterans and Military Affairs held a public hearing on a series of bills to update the Wisconsin National Guard’s sexual misconduct procedures. Senate Democratic Leader Melissa Agard (D-Madison) served as a member of
Kids Forward: Broad coalition urges Governor to stand with families and veto restrictions on public supports
26 Wisconsin groups called on Governor Evers to veto bills that could reduce access to health care and unemployment insurance benefits for thousands of Wisconsin families. “The package of bills rushed through the Assembly scapegoats low-wage Wisconsinites who are fighting
Dept. of Natural Resources: Celebrate National Trails Day June 3
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to celebrate National Trails Day on Saturday, June 3. Whether by foot, bike, ATV or horse, Wisconsin has thousands of miles of trails to enjoy. Wisconsin is home to
Rep. Vining: Re-introduces the Pregnancy Protection Act
MADISON–Today, State Representative Robyn Vining (D-Wauwatosa), State Representative Dora Drake (D-Madison), State Senator Kelda Roys (D-Madison), and State Senator LaTonya Johnson (D-Milwaukee) introduced the Pregnancy Protection Act, a bill that would put into state law that maternity and newborn care
City of Racine: Mayor Cory Mason advocates for healthy school meals in Wisconsin state budget
RACINE—Mayor Cory Mason joins a coalition of mayors nationwide including Wisconsin Mayors Cavalier Johnson (Milwaukee), Ryan Sorenson (Sheboygan), and Satya Rhodes-Conway (Madison) as members of the Mayors Alliance to End Childhood Hunger. The coalition issued a statement urging the Wisconsin
Dept. of Natural Resources: Highlights importance of maintaining safe dams
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is highlighting the importance of maintaining safe dams in the wake of National Dam Safety Awareness Day May 31. Dams are an essential part of the infrastructure in the United States,
Rep. Brandtjen: Meagan Wolfe’s reappointment
Madison – State Representative Janel Brandtjen (R-Menomonee Falls) has issued the following statement regarding Meagan Wolfe’s reappointment as Administrator to the Wisconsin Elections Commission (WEC) on July 1st of this year: “I hope Wolfe will not survive the Senate confirmation
Marsy’s Law: La Crosse County DA, Wis. DOJ “map” victims’ journeys
LA CROSSE, WI – Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin is partnering with the La Crosse County District Attorney’s Office and the Wisconsin Department of Justice to conduct a “mapping exercise” in La Crosse this week with the goal of helping victims better
Gov. Evers: Seeks applicants for Barron County Circuit Court
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for the Barron County Circuit Court – Branch 2. The appointment will fill a vacancy being created by Judge J. M. Bitney’s retirement, effective Sept., 15, 2023. The new