U.S. Sen. Johnson: Identifies Biden border crisis as top issue for the American people in 2024
WASHINGTON – On Monday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) appeared on Fox Business’ Varney & Co. with Stuart Varney to expose Biden’s border crisis and explain why the open border is the most important issue for Americans in 2024. Following this interview, the senator
Rep. Goeben: Democrats vote no to bodily autonomy
Madison – Today Democrats on the Committee on Colleges and Universities voted NO on Assembly Bill 610. This bill allows students or prospective students of any institution of higher education that receives public funding to waive the immunization requirement for
Anderson Campaign: FWBA deciding about how well-informed WI voters will be…
MIDDLETON, Wis. – Jan. 17, 2024 — Phil Anderson, Libertarian candidate for the United States Senate in Wisconsin, has submitted a petition to encourage the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association (WBA) Foundation to reconsider their debate criteria for the late 2024 Senate debates leading up
A Better Wisconsin Together: What did Brad buy? Right-wing State Supreme Court candidate Brad Schimel spends campaign cash on travel, meals, and event tickets for himself
MADISON, Wis. — Current right-wing candidate for Wisconsin State Supreme Court Brad Schimel was widely criticized for his wasteful spending as state Attorney General in advance of losing his 2018 re-election bid for the office. Based on his latest campaign finance
The Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party: Gallagher and Energy and Commerce Chairs launch inquiry into taxpayer funding streams funneled to CCP-backed researcher
Washington, D.C. — Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI), Chairman of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party, alongside House Energy and Commerce Committee (E&C) Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA), E&C Subcommittee on Communications and Technology Chair Bob Latta (R-OH), E&C
IRG Action: Fighting to help overtime workers keep more of their paychecks
DELAFIELD, WI – IRG Action Fund’s Alex Ignatowski is in the State Capitol today to testify before the Senate Committee on Universities and Revenue on an IRG Action supported proposal, authored by Senator Testin and Representative Gustafson, that helps workers
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Pushes Biden Administration to support Wisconsin communities receiving migrants
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) called on President Joe Biden to provide immediate assistance to communities in Wisconsin as migration strains existing state and local resources. Senator Baldwin cited the City of Whitewater which recently sent a letter to
Dept. of Health Services: Health agency urges parents, caregivers to be aware of signs of self-harm after school breaks
As students begin the spring semester, the Department of Health Services (DHS) encourages parents and caregivers to be aware of Wisconsin Emergency Department data from the National Syndromic Surveillance Program that shows young people experience large increases in self-harm injuries
Sen. Marklein, Rep. Kurtz: Authored bill heads to Governor
MADISON – Yesterday, the Wisconsin State Assembly passed Senate Bill (SB) 218, authored by Sen. Howard Marklein (R-Spring Green) and Rep. Tony Kurtz (R-Wonewoc), which creates a grant program for communities to buy new radios that are compatible with the
WPHCA: Legislature passes long-awaited dental therapy legislation, addressing oral health access gaps and improving workforce efficiency
Madison, WI – The Wisconsin Primary Health Care Association (WPHCA) celebrates the passage of Assembly Bill 668 and Senate Bill 689, authorizing licensure of Dental Therapists in Wisconsin. The bill passed both the Assembly and Senate yesterday. WPHCA is the member association
Dept. of Natural Resources: OutWiGo for Free Fishing Weekend Jan. 20-21
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds Wisconsinites to get outdoors and wet a line this Free Fishing Weekend, which allows anglers to fish without purchasing a fishing license or trout and salmon stamp Jan. 20-21. Anglers can
Rep. Brandtjen: Assembly Republican leadership Grants Meagan Wolfe lifetime position
Madison – State Representative Janel Brandtjen released the following statement expressing her frustration with being ignored by leadership during the floor session while repeatedly attempting to introduce the Meagan Wolfe impeachment resolution (AR 18): “Congratulations to Administrator Wolfe’s PR team
Wisconsin Historical Society: Henry D.L. and Jennie Adkins House listed on the National Register of Historic Places
ELKHORN, Wis. – The Wisconsin Historical Society announces the listing of the Henry D.L. and Jennie Adkins House in Elkhorn (Walworth County) on the National Register of Historic Places. The house was added to the National Register on January 4,
Agard Campaign: Dane County State Senators endorse Melissa Agard for Dane County Executive
MADISON – Today the entire Dane County State Senate delegation announced their endorsement of Senator Melissa Agard to be the next Dane County Executive. The Dane County Senate delegation includes State Senator Dianne Hesselbein, State Senator Kelda Roys and State Senator
Rep. Robyn: Vining’s top 10 takeaways from the Task Force on Childhood Health
MADISON–The Speaker’s Task Force on Childhood Health introduced its policy recommendations this morning, including a resolution drafted by Rep. Robyn Vining to proclaim the week of April 29 to May 3, 2024 as School Nutrition Professionals Appreciation Week in Wisconsin. State
Sen. Agard: Senate Republicans refuse to take up public safety measures
MADISON – Today, the Senate is in session and taking up Senate Bill 466, among others, which would prohibit firearms merchant category codes in payment card transactions and prohibit government lists of firearm owners. State Senator Melissa Agard (D-Madison) released
Sen. Jacque: Initiative empowering the disabled clears Senate
MADISON, WI… Wisconsin’s efforts to empower individuals with disabilities continued today as the State Senate approved tax-exempt savings accounts to help cover the cost of services that help those with physical and cognitive challenges live full, independent lives. The program, part of
Sen. Jacque: Bill protecting vulnerable adults clears Senate
MADISON, WI… Vulnerable members of our society that have been targeted by criminals would receive stronger protections under a proposal that cleared the State Senate in a strong bipartisan voice vote. “This legislation will enhance our adult at risk legal
Sen. Jacque: ‘No Patient Left Alone’ Act clears Senate
MADISON, WI… Our loved ones would never be isolated from their families and friends again under legislation that passed by the State Senate today protecting our right to visit those dear to us in hospitals and care facilities. State Sen. André
Sen. Jacque: Freshwater protection bill clears Senate
MADISON, WI… Legislation providing voluntary incentives and strategies for reducing the impacts of road salt on Wisconsin’s lakes, streams and drinking water broadly supported by environmental and small business groups passed the State Senate today. State Sen. André Jacque (R-De Pere), co-author of the