Opportunity Wisconsin: Statement on passage of new continuing resolution
MADISON, Wis. – Opportunity Wisconsin Program Director Meghan Roh released the following statement following House passage of the latest continuing resolution which sets new government funding deadlines in March: “With yet another extension in government funding deadlines, Republicans in Congress
U.S. Rep. Gallagher: CR only rewards bad behavior
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) today released the following statement after voting against a Continuing Resolution that would fund a portion of the government through March 1 and another portion through March 8. “The Continuing Resolution the House passed on
Rep. Rozar: 2026 Farm Tech Days host announced
Madison — Today, Representative Donna Rozar (R-Marshfield) reacted to the announcement of Farm Technology Days returning to the 69th Assembly District in 2026. “I am excited to learn the Redtzkes’ No Joke Dairy in Stratford was named the host for Farm Technology
Rep. Rozar: Assembly passes tanning protections
Madison — Today, the Wisconsin State Assembly passed a Bill, authored by Representative Donna Rozar (R-Marshfield), to increase protections for consumers utilizing tanning facilities. “I want to thank my Assembly colleagues for their support of this Bill to protect Wisconsinites from
WisGOP: Statement on Elias lawsuit against Evers District Maps
MADISON, Wis. – If you are covering the Elias Law Group’s lawsuit to throw out existing congressional district maps, please consider the following statement from WisGOP Chairman Brian Schimming: “The newly bought and paid for liberal majority on the Wisconsin Supreme
Rep. Neubauer: Statement on Assembly floor session
MADISON, Wis. – Today, the Wisconsin State Assembly met in regular session to address a slate of legislation – including Assembly Bill 510. Representative Greta Neubauer (D-Racine) released the following statement: “After a bipartisan day on Tuesday, I am disappointed
Rep. Green: Commercial Waterways Bill passes the Assembly
Madison – Representative Chanz Green (R-Grand View) voted in favor with his colleagues to pass Assembly Bill 579, relating to the use of fill in commercial waterways and Great Lakes waters, which he co-authored with Representative Robert Wittke (R-Racine). “This bill gives
Rep. Rettinger: Catalytic converter theft accountability bill passes Assembly
Madison – Representative Nik Rettinger (R-Mukwonago) joined his colleagues on unanimous passage of his Catalytic Converter Theft Accountability bill, formally known as Assembly Bill 637. The bill adds catalytic converters to the state’s list of parts that are considered a
Rep. Gundrum: Parental Bill of Rights passes Assembly
Madison, WI – Representative Rick Gundrum (R-Slinger) voted for Assembly Bill 510, relating to rights reserved to a parent or guardian of a child. After passage of the bill, he released the following statement: “Parents deserve a seat at the
Rep. Conley: Wisconsinites deserve a comprehensive education and community safety
MADISON – Today, the Wisconsin State Assembly met in regular session and took up legislation relating to education restrictions and firearms. Representative Sue Conley (D-Janesville) issued the following statement in response: “We all know that students can succeed when teachers, parents,
Dept. of Administration: To host virtual roundtable for veteran entrepreneurs
Madison, Wis. – Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA) Secretary Kathy Blumenfeld has announced that DOA will host a free, virtual roundtable on Jan. 31 to highlight opportunities available to veteran entrepreneurs through the Wisconsin Supplier Diversity Program. Representatives from DAV-Wisconsin, the Wisconsin
Rep. Rodriguez: Supports Parent Bill of Rights
MADISON – Rep. Jessie Rodriguez (R-Oak Creek) joined her Assembly Republican colleagues in supporting the Parent Bill of Rights. The Parent Bill of Rights (AB 510) affirms parents’ rights to direct the education and healthcare of their children. The bill specifies
Rep. Andraca: Introduces campus firearm safety bill
Madison, Wis. – In an effort to keep Wisconsin college campuses safe, Rep. Deb Andraca (D-Whitefish Bay) introduced a bill today that would prohibit a person from possessing a firearm in a building or on the grounds of a college
Rep. Binsfeld: Releases truancy package
Madison – Rep. Amy Binsfeld (R-Sheboygan) and members of the Speaker’s Task Force on Truancy release bills to reduce Truancy in the State of Wisconsin. “Truancy in the state of Wisconsin has hit an all-time high. There are multiple factors
Rep. Nedweski: Parents Bill of Rights passes in State Assembly
Today, the Wisconsin State Assembly passed AB 510 – The Parents Bill of Rights. This legislation prohibits the state from infringing on the fundamental rights of parents to direct the upbringing, education, health care, and mental health of their children.
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Statement on vote to keep government open for Wisconsin families, service members, and businesses
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) released the following statement on the Senate passage of a bill to keep the government funded until March: “A government shutdown would cut off key nutrition assistance for Wisconsin families, interrupt pay
Rep. Dallman: Stands with parents and votes in favor of parent Bill of Rights
Madison, WI – This afternoon, Rep. Alex Dallman (R-Green Lake) voted in favor of Assembly Bill 510 which prohibits the state from infringing on certain fundamental rights of parents when it comes to raising their children. “I am proud to vote
Rep. Considine: Differences are what make us great
Madison – Today, the Assembly was in session. Representative Dave Considine (D-Baraboo) issued the following statement on the bills passed today: “Instead of bringing forth bills that will help our students, we debated a bill that is based on fear and division. Assembly
A Better Wisconsin Together: Assembly Republicans put extremism before Wisconsin parents and students
MADISON, Wis. — Assembly Republicans today passed Assembly Bill 510, a bad faith bill that seeks to censor what Wisconsin students can learn and talk about at school, with a specific target against issues that impact LGBTQ+ students and other marginalized
Dept. of Workforce Development: BLS data: Total nonfarm jobs hit record high for second month
MADISON – The Department of Workforce Development (DWD) today released the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) job totals for December, which showed Wisconsin’s total nonfarm jobs hit a record high of 3,026,500 during the month. This total is 42,700