Better Business Bureau: When a “charity” is actually a 527 political organization
Milwaukee, Wis. – BBB wise Giving Alliance produces evaluative reports on nationally soliciting charities that are tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Some Better Business Bureaus similarly report on regionally soliciting charities. As a matter of long-standing practice, however,
Gustafson campaign: Announces re-election campaign
FOX CROSSING, Wis. – Today, Wisconsin State Representative Nate ‘Gus’ Gustafson (R-Fox Crossing) announced his intention to run for re-election to represent the people of the 55th State Assembly District. Rep. Gustafson released the following statement: “It has been my honor to
Biden-Harris Administration: Announces nearly $6 billion for clean drinking water and wastewater infrastructure as part of Investing in America Tour
Today, Vice President Kamala Harris and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Michael Regan will travel to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania as part of the Administration’s Investing in America Tour to announce $5.8 billion in funding for clean water infrastructure from President Biden’s Investing in America
Mosinee Mayor Brent Jacobson: Announces assembly run
Mosinee Mayor and Republican Brent Jacobson announced today that he will run for State Assembly this fall in the newly created 87 th District. In announcing, Jacobson said: “As I talk to people in and around my community, they are
Dept. of Military Affairs: Wisconsin Flood Safety Awareness Week is February 25-March 2
MADISON, Wis. – The spring of 2023 saw historic flooding hit parts of Wisconsin, which forced roads to close and put communities in danger. As spring weather returns to the state, ReadyWisconsin asks everyone to plan for the possibility floodwaters
Gov. Evers: Announces support is available for many Northern Wisconsin businesses affected by lack of winter snow
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers and U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin (D-Wisconsin) today announced that many Wisconsin businesses may be eligible for a federal disaster loan program if they have suffered losses due to this year’s unusually mild winter, which lacked
WisGOP: Jefferson stepping down from RPW executive director post
After five years as Executive Director of the Republican Party of Wisconsin, Mark Jefferson will be departing the RPW in early March. He previously served the Party in the same position from 2007 to 2011 and has served with five
Bare campaign: To run for reelection to the 80th State Assembly District
Today, Governor Evers signed a new map into law, which restores balance to Wisconsin’s legislative districts. “Today is a day for celebration. It’s also a day that shows working hard with integrity in organizing, political campaigns, and public service pays off.
Rep. Goeben: Gov. Evers’ maps
Madison – State Representative Joy Goeben (R-Hobart) released the following statement on the legislative maps signed by Governor Evers. “Today, Governor Evers enacted Act 94, which officially changes every Assembly and Senate district throughout the state. If the Democrats cannot
Wisconsin Legislative Black Caucus: Response to the Governor’s map
MADISON – Today, Wisconsin Legislative Black Caucus Chair Rep. Dora Drake (D-Milwaukee) released the following statement: “Today, Governor Evers signed into law his version of fair maps for Wisconsin. As a caucus, we have stood and continued to fight for
Northern Legislators: Open letter: Encourage Gov. Evers to declare economic injury disaster
Dear Governor Evers, As members of the Legislature who represent portions of Northern Wisconsin, we’re respectfully asking you to work with the United States Small Business Administration to properly declare an economic injury disaster area for our areas of that
Sen. Felzkowski: New map lines for the 12th Senate District
Madison, WI – On Monday, Governor Tony Evers signed into law the legislative district maps that had been passed by the Legislature the week prior. Senator Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk), who upheld her constitutional duty by voting on these maps, had this
Dept. of Natural Resources: To make $460,000 available for wetland restoration projects; application period now open
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages conservation groups, government organizations and private landowners to apply for a share of the $460,000 available through a federal Natural Resources Conservation Service grant. The DNR will use these dollars
Common Cause Wisconsin: Gov. Evers signs transformative redistricting measure into law
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SEIU Wisconsin: Applauds the progress made in fighting for fair maps
After being the most Gerrymandered State for 14 years, the will of the people has prevailed. The Wisconsin Legislature has now approved the maps proposed by Governor Evers, which were presented to the State Supreme Court last month. Today, Governor
Fitzgerald campaign: Jefferson County Board Supervisor and candidate for Wisconsin State Assembly, statement on new District 46 lines
Today, Governor Evers signed into law new legislative maps for Wisconsin. Jefferson County Board Supervisor Joan Fitzgerald, Democratic candidate for Wisconsin State Assembly in the new District 46, released the following statement: “I am excited about running for Assembly in
Rep. Considine: Introduces the Paint Recycling Improvement Act
Madison – Today, Representative Dave Considine (D-Baraboo) introduced a bipartisan bill that would create a producer-led paint recycling program. Representative Considine released the following statement on the introduction of this legislation: “Producer-led recycling programs are a great way to ensure more products are
Marquette Law School: Poll to release results of national surveys on U.S. Supreme Court, political topics, Feb. 21-22
MILWAUKEE — The Marquette Law School Poll will release the results of its national survey of public opinion, over two days, Feb. 21-22, via written releases. On Wednesday, Feb. 21, the Marquette Law School Poll will release results pertaining to
Wisconsin Democracy Campaign: Pro-democracy organizations to call for Commissioner Robert Spindell’s resignation at Milwaukee rally on President’s Day
MILWAUKEE WI – Wisconsin Democracy Campaign, All Voting Is Local Action Wisconsin, Black Leaders Organizing Communities (BLOC), Souls to the Polls – WI, Power to the Polls – WI, the Wisconsin Working Families Party, Voces De La Frontera, Voces de
Sen. Stroebel: Gov. Evers signs maps into law, endorses partisan gerrymandering
Madison, WI – Senator Duey Stroebel (R – Cedarburg) issued the following statement in response Governor Evers signing his proposed legislative maps into law. “After spending $10 million to purchase justice on the Supreme Court, the new liberal activist majority