Wisconsin Elections Commission: Preliminary hearing on proposed rules for Voting Equipment/Ballot Security, Training of Election Inspectors and Special Voting Deputies
MADISON – The Wisconsin Elections Commission (WEC) has scheduled a public hearing and comment period on proposed administrative rules related to Voting Equipment and Ballot Security, and the Training of Election Inspectors and Special Voting Deputies. The hearing is scheduled
Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation: Launches “The Rural View” podcast
MADISON – Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation is pulling back the curtain for a glimpse of rural Wisconsin with its new podcast, The Rural View. Hosted by Wisconsin Broadcaster Hall of Fame member Bob Meyer and WFBF’s Executive Director of Public Relations
State Senate Democratic Committee: In the news: State Senator Brad Pfaff writes an op-ed discussing Wisconsin’s affordability crisis
Madison, WI, – On November 25th, the La Crosse Tribune published an op-ed by State Senator Brad Pfaff (D-Onalaska) on the affordability crisis squeezing Wisconsin families. Senator Pfaff focused on four key areas where families are feeling the pinch — housing, targeted tax
Sen. Hutton: Bill allowing cameras on school bus stop-arms receives Assembly hearing
MADISON, Wis. — Legislation authored by Senator Rob Hutton (R-Brookfield) to better enforce laws against illegally passing stopped school buses received a public hearing on Wednesday in the Assembly Committee on Transportation. Assembly Bill 561/Senate Bill 508, co-authored with Rep.
Rep. Goeben: Calls for honesty and responsibility
Presses Sen. Roys to Quit Misleading Women and Support AB 546/SB 553 Madison – Rep. Joy Goeben (R-Hobart) invited Democrat Senator Kelda Roys to quit playing politics and actually help women, instead of continuing the partisan fear mongering and false narrative. She shared
WisDems: Chair statement on Democratic over-performance in Tennessee special election
MADISON, Wis. — In response to Democrats’ over-performance in Tennessee’s 7th Congressional District, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Devin Remiker released the following statement: “The alarm bells are flashing for Republicans as Democrats are seeing a continuous surge in engagement and motivation as
HB Strategies: Welcomes Thomas Harris as Principal with Wisconsin lobbying team
Accomplished government affairs strategist brings extensive experience across municipal, state, and federal levels HB Strategies, one of the nation’s largest bipartisan advocacy firms, today announced that Thomas Harris has joined the firm as a Principal with its Wisconsin lobbying team. Harris brings a
Dept. of Administration: Vision 2030 update: 1 West Wilson building available for sale in Madison
Bids for Historic State Office Building Due March 16 Madison, Wis. – Today, DOA Secretary Kathy Blumenfeld announced the listing of the historic state office building located at 1 West Wilson Street in Madison, as part of the state’s Vision 2030 approach to
Wisconsin Wetlands Association: Applauds introduction of federal Floodplain Enhancement & Recovery legislation
Communities across the country stand to benefit from a major step forward on flood resilience. Today, federal lawmakers, including Wisconsin Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01), introduced bipartisan legislation in the U.S. House of Representatives to better enable floodplain restoration in areas
Berman campaign: Receives End Citizens United’s “Unrig Washington” designation
RAYMOND, Wis. – Today, Democratic candidate for Wisconsin’s First Congressional District, Mitchell Berman, announced that he has received End Citizens United’s (ECU) “Unrig Washington” designation. ECU is a national organization dedicated to reducing the influence of big money in politics and
Democratic Party of Wisconsin Jewish Caucus: Condemns the racist and xenophobic remarks and policy of President Trump toward immigrants and Rep. Ilhan Omar
Milwaukee, WI: The Jewish Caucus of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin condemns in the strongest terms the racist remarks made by President Trump during his tirade at the White House Cabinet meeting on December 2nd. Donald Trump used words such
ReadyWisconsin: Make safety your holiday tradition
MADISON, Wis.– As people prepare to brighten their homes with holiday cheer and get into the festive spirit, ReadyWisconsin is urging everyone to keep safety at the top of their holiday checklist. “Holiday decorations should bring joy and not danger
U.S. Rep. Steil: Introduces bipartisan legislation to cut red tape, streamline environmental projects
Washington, DC – Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) joined his colleagues Representatives Troy Downing (MT-02), Janelle Bynum (OR-02), and Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (WA-03) in introducing the Floodplain Enhancement and Recovery Act. This bill reduces administrative barrier for ecosystem restoration projects in regulated floodplains, speeding up developm… Please log in to access
Dept. of Transportation: Safe winter travel starts with a well-prepared vehicle
December Law of the Month: Winter vehicle preparation Having a well-maintained vehicle is important year-round, but it’s especially critical when winter weather hits. The recent snowstorm across the state was a reminder for all Wisconsinites that weather can have a
Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty: Moves to intervene in Wisconsin redistricting cases on behalf of Wisconsin voters
The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) filed motions to intervene in two lawsuits seeking to overturn Wisconsin’s Congressional Maps. Seeking again to defend those maps on behalf of a group of Wisconsin voters, WILL argues that these new lawsuits are time-barred, the three-judge panel lacks authority to
American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees Local 1: State workers to rally for 2025-2027 Compensation Plan
Much of the 2025-2027 Compensation Plan remains unaddressed by the Joint Committee on Employment Relations MADISON, WI – American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Local 1 is holding a rally at the Wisconsin State Capitol Building, on
Gov. Evers, Public Service Commission: Announce applications open for Nonprofit Access Grant Program
$500,000 in grants available to bolster efforts to improve the availability and affordability of telecommunications services in Wisconsin MADISON — Gov. Evers, together with the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC), today announced that applications are now open for the
Barnes campaign: UFCW Local 1473 endorses Mandela Barnes for governor
Hours after former Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes formally launched his campaign for Governor of Wisconsin, the campaign secured an endorsement from UFCW (United Food & Commercial Workers) Local 1473, the largest private-sector union in the state of Wisconsin. Representing more
Mittness campaign: Launches candidacy for Wisconsin’s 50th Assembly District
Monroe resident aims to continue family legacy of service and fight for a stronger, more equal Wisconsin Monroe, WI – Josh Mittness has officially declared his candidacy to represent Wisconsin’s 50th Assembly District. A lifelong Wisconsinite, Josh was raised in
U.S. Reps. Pocan, Fitzpatrick, U.S. Sen. Booker: Announce reintroduction of world AIDS Day resolution
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representatives Mark Pocan (D-WI-02) and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA-01) reintroduced a bicameral resolution commemorating and supporting the goals of World AIDS Day, including the goal of achieving zero new HIV infections and AIDS-related deaths. The resolution also recognizes the impact