Dept. of Natural Resources: Prepare for wet weather with flood insurance
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced Gov. Tony Evers proclaimed Feb. 6-12, 2023, as Flood Insurance Awareness Week in Wisconsin to recognize our state’s increasing flood risk and the importance of having appropriate insurance coverage. Most homeowners
Dept. of Military Affairs: A true civil servant is awarded the 2022 Wortham Award
Though Staff Sgt. Matthew Joski of the 1157th Transportation Company has only been a member of the Wisconsin Army National Guard for six years, he has been selflessly and dutifully serving his community and country since 1989. In recognition of
Sen. Wanggaard: Statement on killing of Milwaukee police officer
“I woke up this morning, and my heart sank for Milwaukee and Wisconsin. I ask that everyone pray for the fallen officer and his family, the Milwaukee police, and the state. The murder of this officer, who was doing his
Sens. Hesselbein and Carpenter, Reps. Hong and Clancy: Committee warns Republican-backed audit could exacerbate delays in license processing and jeopardize licensing modernization efforts, call for audit co-chairs to prepare mitigation plan before audit approval
MADISON — Members of the Joint Legislative Audit Committee today in a letter to committee co-chairs Sen. Eric Wimberger and Rep. Robert Wittke warned a Republican-backed licensing audit could divert limited available resources away from license and credential processing, cause delays in
Sen. Bradley: Statement on Milwaukee police officer killed in line of duty
FRANKLIN, WI — Senator Julian Bradley released the following statement regarding the Milwaukee Police Officer killed in the line of duty. “This morning our community mourns a tragic loss. My heart goes out to his family, friends, and fellow officers. The
Protasiewicz campaign: Judge Janet Protasiewicz releases additional television ads, teaches Wisconsinites how to pronounce her name
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Judge Janet Protasiewicz’s campaign for Wisconsin Supreme Court released two ads today, part of a statewide media buy totaling more than $1 million ahead of the February primary. Both ads highlight Judge Janet’s belief in fairness, protecting
Dept. of Safety and Professional Services: Secretary-designee Dan Hereth announces new service to help physicians, physician assistants, and others manage continuing education requirements
Madison, Wis. – Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services Secretary-designee Dan Hereth today announced a new partnership with CE Broker to offer a cloud-based continuing education management platform to Wisconsin credential holders. Wisconsin joins states including Texas, Wyoming, and New Mexico
Gov. Evers: Releases statement regarding meeting with Lac du Flambeau tribal leadership
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today released a statement regarding his meeting with leaders of the Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa. The governor met with President John Johnson and the Tribal Council on the Lac du Flambeau Reservation this weekend regarding an ongoing, private dispute over right-of-ways on land that is part of the Lac du Flambeau Reservation. Gov. Evers released the following statement: “I
Protect Our Care: U.S. Sen. Wyden celebrates health care victories ahead of the State of the Union address
Washington DC — Today, Senate Finance Committee Chairman Ron Wyden (D-OR) joined patient advocates and Protect Our Care for a virtual press conference to discuss how Democrats have delivered the most important health care improvements since the passage of the
Sen. Testin: Hooked on fishing
Madison – Fishing is a sport enjoyed by people of all ages and a passion that many pursue throughout their lives. Today, State Representative Ron Tusler (Harrison) and Senator Patrick Testin (Stevens Point) circulated a proposal to create a lifetime fishing license
Protasiewicz campaign: Releases additional television ads, teaches Wisconsinites how to pronounce her name
CONTACT: press@janetforjustice.com MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Judge Janet Protasiewicz’s campaign for Wisconsin Supreme Court released two ads today, part of a statewide media buy totaling more than $1 million ahead of the February primary. Both ads highlight Judge Janet’s belief in
The Long Run PAC: Mandela Barnes launches new PAC to support the next generation of changemaking candidates
Press ContactMaddy McDanielpress@mandelabarnes.com or 914-471-7716 The Long Run PAC will Invest in Working Class Candidates, Young Candidates, Candidates of Color, and LGBTQ+ Candidates in Wisconsin and Nationwide Mandela’s Historic U.S. Senate Campaign Broke Wisconsin Fundraising Records and Came One Point From Unseating
The White House: Announces guest list for the first lady’s box for the 2023 State of the Union address
WASHINGTON, D.C. – First Lady Jill Biden will welcome guests to join her in the viewing box for President Biden’s State of the Union Address on Tuesday, February 7, 2023. Each of these individuals were invited by the White House because they personify issues or
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Visits southern border, highlights need for increased border security and comprehensive immigration reform
Contact: press@baldwin.senate.gov 202-224-6225 McALLEN, Texas – Over the weekend, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, visited the U.S.-Mexico border in Texas to meet with immigration and border officials and to see challenges at the Southwest Border
Gov. Evers: Appoints Dr. Joan M. Prince to UWS Board of Regents
MADISON, Wis. — Gov. Tony Evers today announced the appointment of Dr. Joan M. Prince to the University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents. The appointment fills the vacancy created by the resignation of Tracey Klein. “Dr. Prince has an impressive and
Dept. of Revenue: Wisconsin sales tax system scores high nationally
MADISON, Wis. – The Council on State Taxation’s (COST) 2022 Sales Tax Scorecard ranked Wisconsin as one of the top four state sales tax systems in the nation. The COST Scorecard found Wisconsin has fair sales tax processes and surpasses all states
Sinykin campaign: Endorsed by IBEW Wisconsin State Conference
February 6, 2023 – Whitefish Bay, WI – The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Wisconsin State Conference has endorsed Jodi Habush Sinykin for State Senate in District 8. “The State Senate currently holds a gerrymandered supermajority here in Wisconsin
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Reintroduces bill with Sen. Young to ensure American students remain globally competitive
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Todd Young (R-IN) reintroduced the Advancing International and Foreign Language Education Act. The bipartisan legislation will ensure that American students have access to quality international and foreign language education programs that meet the
Swing Left: Launches national campaign to support Wisconsin Supreme Court race critical to 2024 election integrity
FEBRUARY 6, 2023 – Swing Left—the national organization that is one of the largest drivers of grassroots volunteers and donors to support Democrats in competitive elections—announced today that it will be mobilizing its national membership to help flip the Wisconsin