Dept. of Natural Resources: Prepare for spring storms with flood insurance
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced Gov. Tony Evers proclaimed Feb. 4-10, 2024, as Flood Insurance Awareness Week in Wisconsin to recognize our state’s increasing flood risk and the importance of having appropriate insurance coverage. Most
Healthy Climate Wisconsin: EPA’s new particulate matter safeguards mean healthier air for Wisconsinites
Milwaukee, WI – Today the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced stronger particulate matter standards that will help rid Wisconsin’s air of deadly pollution and limit climate change. The new National Ambient Air Quality Standards for particulate matter are 9 micrograms per
Jansen campaign: Endorsed by Citizen Action Wisconsin
Ron Jansen, a long-time activist and candidate for Milwaukee County Supervisor District 4, has been endorsed by Citizen Action Wisconsin, a statewide organization dedicated to economic, racial, and environmental justice, and achieving a Wisconsin and an America where every human
U.S. Rep. Fitzgerald: Statement on voting to impeach DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement after voting to impeach Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. The final roll call on the measure was 214 yeas and 216 nays. “Secretary Mayorkas has completely
U.S. Rep. Moore: Opposes partisan H.R. 7217
“I voted against H.R. 7217 – I could not support a bill that fails to meet the security needs of all our allies and excludes critical funding to help civilians in humanitarian crisis. I support aid to Israel as the
U.S. Rep. Moore: Votes “no” on impeachment of Department of Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas
“Today, I voted ‘No’ on House Republicans’ baseless impeachment of Department of Homeland Security Director Alejandro Mayorkas. This effort is political theater to score cheap points over border policy. I am glad some of my colleagues across the aisle voted
U.S. Rep. Van Orden: Votes to impeach Department of Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) released the following statement after voting to impeach U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas: “We are experiencing the worst border crisis in history under President Biden and Secretary Mayorkas. The
U.S. Rep. Tiffany: Statement on impeaching Secretary Mayorkas
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07) released the following statement after voting for H. Res. 863. “For the last three years, Secretary Mayorkas has willfully refused to enforce federal immigration laws, abused his parole authority, repeatedly lied to Congress, and
Rep. Madison: Introduces bipartisan legislation in response to the partial parking structure collapse at Bayshore Mall
MADISON – Today, Rep. Madison, Rep. Maxey, Rep. Donovan, and Sen. Larson introduced bipartisan legislation to require parking garages to have their structural integrity inspected every five years. Representative Madison (D-10) issued the following statement: “When the parking garage collapsed
PIA: Rep. Donovan receives PIA Legislative Excellence Award
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Dept. of Agriculture: National Agricultural Statistics Service Wisconsin Agriculture news, dairy products
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Wisconsin Dental Association: Explains why baby teeth matter
WEST ALLIS, Wis. – They’re destined to fall out eventually, but it’s still critical to brush, floss and seek dental care for your child’s baby teeth — after all, primary teeth are as important to infants and young children as
Dept. of Natural Resources: Share your passion for hunting and trapping
Avid hunters and trappers think about their favorite outdoor activity all year, not just during the open hunting seasons. In the off-season, they are cleaning old gear, purchasing new gear, planning for next fall, attending sport shows and networking with
Dept. of Natural Resources: Now accepting submissions for Great Waters Photo Contest and Writing Project
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is now accepting entries for the 16th annual Great Waters Photo Contest and Writing Project through April 1, 2024. The top photographs and writing submissions will be featured in the DNR’s Office of
U.S. Rep. Fitzgerald: To hold office hours
WASHINGTON, DC – The Office of Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) will be hosting Mobile Office Hours on Friday, February 9th. Congressman Fitzgerald and his staff members will be available to meet with constituents who may be experiencing problems with a federal
WisGOP: Left-Wing collusion on the court, Protasiewicz must recuse
MADISON, Wis. – If any uncertainty remains concerning the goals of the left-wing majority on the Wisconsin Supreme Court, those questions have been answered by the money trail. The very same donors responsible for securing Justice Janet Protasiewicz her seat on
Joint Audit Committee: Hears from DOA and DSPS
MADISON – The Joint Legislative Audit Committee (JLAC), co-chaired by Senator Wimberger (R-Green Bay) and Representative Wittke (R-Racine) will hold a public hearing to discuss two recently released Audit Reports by the nonpartisan Legislative Audit Bureau (LAB). The hearing will
Dept. of Justice: AG Kaul takes action to protect Dreamers and DACA Program
February 6, 2024 Contact: DOJCommunications@doj.state.wi.us MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul joined a multistate coalition of 23 attorneys general against Texas’ ongoing effort to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. In the amicus brief filed before the
WMC: 33 Wisconsin associations urge worker’s compensation reform
MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce – the combined state chamber and manufacturers’ association – was joined by 32 other associations from across the state on Tuesday urging lawmakers to tackle ever-increasing medical costs in the worker’s compensation system. The letter
Baldwin campaign: NOTUS ‘How Tammy Baldwin wins where other Democrats lose’
MADISON, Wis. — In case you missed it, an article from the recently launched publication from the Albritton Journalism Institute, NOTUS, highlighted Tammy Baldwin’s ability to overperform and even win rural and traditionally GOP counties. With praise from Wisconsin Republicans