U.S. Rep. Moore: Statement on vote against censuring Rep. Rashida Tlaib
“Rep. Rashida Tlaib is the only Palestinian-American in Congress and brings a valuable and often underrepresented perspective to our legislative body. Her presence and voice in Congress enrich our national discourse, fostering a more comprehensive understanding of the complex issues
Rep. Plumer: Fights for free speech on campus
MADISON, WI – Today in the Assembly, Rep. Plumer voted in favor of higher education reforms to protect free speech and end race-based affirmative action on college campuses across Wisconsin. “Far too often on college campuses we see students shouted
Rep. Jacobson: Statement on Assembly floor session
MADISON- Today, the Wisconsin Assembly heard bills that impact our education system, the Universities of Wisconsin (UW), workforce development, and more. Representative Jacobson released the following statement: “While some of the bills introduced today are great for Wisconsin, others cast
Rep. Rettinger: Higher Education Aides Modernization bill passes Assembly
Madison – State Representative Nik Rettinger (R-Mukwonago) proudly watched another bill he authored sail to Assembly passage today. The Higher Education Aides Modernization bill, officially referred to as Assembly Bill 554, would change the criteria for several state higher education
Rep. Neubauer: Statement on Assembly floor session
MADISON, Wis. — Rep. Greta Neubauer (D-Racine) released the following statement regarding the Assembly floor session: “We all know how important our universities are to our state. But the GOP-led legislature is failing them. “The majority party is ignoring the
Rep. Penterman: Votes for freedom and fairness in higher education
Madison, WI – State Representative William Penterman (R – Columbus) released the following statement following today’s State Assembly floor session: “Today, the Wisconsin State Assembly approved legislation that protects free speech on college campuses and guarantees fairness in college admissions,” said Representative
Rep. Considine: The state must stop starving the University of Wisconsin System
Madison – Today, the Assembly took up bills that continue to punish and micromanage the UW-System. Representative Dave Considine (D-Baraboo) issued the following statement on the passage of these bills: “The UW-System brings innovation, energy, and growth to the state. We must ensure
Rep. Green: Authored bills pass the Assembly
Madison – Representative Chanz Green (R-Grand View) had two of his bills pass the Assembly earlier today. Senate Bill 105, which would allow signs along snowmobile trails that advertise nearby businesses, and Assembly Bill 550, which would modify the technical education equipment grant
U.S. Rep. Grothman: Bipartisan Hmong New Year resolution
(Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Glenn Grothman (WI-06) has introduced H. Res. 801, a bipartisan resolution recognizing the cultural and historical significance of the Hmong New Year. Grothman is joined by Representatives Bryan Steil (R-WI), Mark Pocan (D-WI), Gwen Moore (D-WI), Scott
Sen.Wimberger: Election officials should run our elections, not out-of-state billionaires
Madison, WI —Senator Eric Wimberger (R – Green Bay) issued the following statement following the passage of SJR 78: “This proposed constitutional amendment is aimed to stop private entities and out-of-state billionaires from circumventing campaign finance laws, directly buying off
Universities of Wisconsin: Enrollment grows by more than 1,700 students for fall 2023; first increase since 2014
MADISON, Wis.—Enrollment at the Universities of Wisconsin grew by more than 1,700 students, or 1.1 percent, this fall to 162,528, according to official 10-day enrollment figures announced today. The enrollment represents the first increase since 2014. The official fall 2022 enrollment was 160,782. “These enrollment
U.S. Sen. Johnson: Joins Laura Ingraham to discuss Biden corruption and federal law enforcement cover-up
WASHINGTON – On Monday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined Laura Ingraham’s Ingraham Angle to discuss how federal law enforcement worked to sabotage and undermine the investigation into the Biden Crime Family while the mainstream media covered it up. Sen. Johnson also laid
Sen. Felzkowski: One step closer to statewide vote on constitutional amendments
Madison, WI – On Tuesday, the Wisconsin State Senate convened for a floor session where Sen. Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk) and her Senate colleagues passed three constitutional amendments that would strengthen our states’ elections, and one that would protect religious freedom. Constitutional
Sen. Stroebel: Senate passes constitutional amendments, legislation to preserve election integrity
Madison, WI – Senator Duey Stroebel (R – Cedarburg) issued the following statement in response to passage of two constitutional amendments in their second consideration, SJR 71 and SJR 78 on the Senate floor, relating to the eligibility to vote in Wisconsin and the
Wisconsin Family Action: Wisconsin Senate declares preborn babies as “dependents” for tax purposes and protects religious freedom
MADISON – Today the Wisconsin State Senate on a 20-11 vote, passed Senate Bill 344, which not only increases the amount of tax deduction available for a dependent, but also allows a preborn baby in whom a heartbeat has been detected to be claimed
Rep. Gustafson: Votes to keep “best and brightest” students in Wisconsin
Madison – State Representative Nate Gustafson (R – Fox Crossing) voted today to keep our “best and brightest” students in Wisconsin (Assembly Bill 370). “Nearly 90 percent of in-state graduates stay in the state five years after earning a degree.”
Gov. Evers: Announces winners of 2023 Vets Ready Employer Awards
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced the 2023 winners of the Vets Ready Employer Initiative. The award recognizes Wisconsin employers who have gone above and beyond in efforts to hire and support veterans and their families. “Our nation’s heroes have given
Rep. Clancy: Scoffs at rhetorical Republican stunt about the “victims of communism”
MADISON, Wis. – Today, the Wisconsin State Assembly passed AJR85, a joint resolution that commemorates the “Victims of Communism Memorial Day.” Representative Clancy (D-19) issued the following statement: “We have victims of capitalism right here in Wisconsin. Imagine explaining to
Rep. Gundrum, Sen. Knodl: Remembering victims of communism
Madison, WI – Today, Assembly Joint Resolution 85 and Senate Joint Resolution 81 were passed in both chambers of the Wisconsin State Legislature. The resolution’s authors, Representative Rick Gundrum (R-Slinger) and State Senator Dan Knodl (R-Germantown), released the following statements
U.S. Rep. Steil: Presents Veteran of the Year Award to Janesville Vietnam War Veteran Al Pacheco
Janesville, WI (November 7, 2023) – Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) yesterday presented Janesville veteran Sergeant Al Pacheco with the First Congressional District’s 2023 Veteran of the Year Award. Sergeant Pacheco served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Upon deployment, he was handpicked to serve in an Armo… Please log