Rep. Baldeh: Calls for ceasefire in Gaza
MADISON – In response to the ongoing humanitarian catastrophe in the Gaza Strip and Israel, Rep. Samba Baldeh (D-Madison) released the following statement: “No one can deny that the Hamas attacks on October 7th were horrifying. For an armed group to
Dept. of Agriculture: Invests $19.5 million to support rural communities in Wisconsin during Investing in Rural America Event Series
COTTAGE GROVE, Wis., Nov. 2, 2023 – Deputy Secretary of Agriculture Xochitl Torres Small today announced $19.5 million in investments across three U.S. Department of Agriculture initiatives that are helping farmers adopt new climate-smart agricultural practices, supporting community infrastructure, and increasing
U.S. Rep. Moore: Statement on vote against the expulsion of U.S. Rep. Santos
“This evening, I voted against the measure on the House floor to expel Rep. George Santos. The underlying reasoning for my decision hinges on the principle that Congress must be deliberate when it decides to regulate or discipline an individual
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Votes to support veterans, Wisconsin farmers and rural communities, and affordable housing
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, joined an overwhelming bipartisan majority of her colleagues to pass a package of three funding bills that support veterans, invest in agriculture and rural communities, and
Wisconsin Christians for Justice in Palestine: Decry the horrific killing of children in Gaza and call on people of conscience to demand immediate ceasefire
In response to the unfolding horrors of the maiming and killing of innocent children by the thousands in the Gaza Strip, Wisconsin clergy, retired clergy, and lay persons from more than six denominations have convened as Wisconsin Christians for Justice
Clean Wisconsin: Calls on appeals court to order immediate Line 5 shut down, citing imminent risk of rupture
Clean Wisconsin has filed a brief with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit calling for an immediate injunction against operation of Enbridge’s Line 5 oil pipeline, which runs across the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa’s reservation near
Sen. Agard: Bipartisan Child Victims’ Act, receives public hearing
MADISON – Today, Senate Democratic Leader Melissa Agard’s (D-Madison) bipartisan Child Victims’ Act received a public hearing in the Senate Committee on Mental Health, Substance Abuse Prevention, Children and Families. Currently, civil charges regarding the sexual assault of a child must be
Sen. Pfaff: Introduces legislation to invest in agriculture and fight food insecurity
Viroqua, WI – Today, at Fifth Season Cooperative in Viroqua, State Senator Brad Pfaff (D – Onalaska) and legislative colleagues introduced a package of bills to invest in Wisconsin agriculture and fight food insecurity. These bills provide funding to connect food
Dept. of Natural Resources: Confirms CWD in wild deer in Trempealeau County
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) confirms a wild deer tested positive for chronic wasting disease (CWD) in Trempealeau County. The deer was harvested in the town of Hale. This detection will cause the following: Trempealeau and Jackson
Dept. of Health Services: Statement from DHS secretary-designee Kirsten Johnson on Senate Bill 462
“Addressing the lack of treatment options for Wisconsinites experiencing a mental health crisis has been one of our agency’s top priorities. Far too many people who are in crisis are brought to an emergency room with a long wait time
U.S. Sens. Baldwin, Kennedy: Push for strong buy America policies in NDAA
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and John Kennedy (R-LA) called on House and Senate Armed Services leadership to retain Buy America provisions in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) as the House and Senate come together to finalize
Dept. of Natural Resources: Confirms CWD in wild deer in Polk County
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) confirms the first positive test result for chronic wasting disease (CWD) in a wild deer in Polk County. The deer was harvested in the town of Apple River and is within
Rep. Moore: A domestic violence survivor — and she wants to start a national conversation
As the Supreme Court prepares to hear oral arguments in United States v. Rahimi, the Wisconsin congresswoman introduced a resolution calling attention to the ‘relationship between firearm violence, misogyny, and violence against women.’ When Rep. Gwen Moore was in her
Dept. of Saftey and Professional Services: Faster licensing of Wisconsin pharmacy school graduates
Madison, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) has reached an agreement with the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy that will lead to faster licensing of Wisconsin pharmacy students graduating into the profession. The move also enables the
Dept. of Transportation: Announces new fare schedule for Amtrak Hiawatha Service
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation announced today that the Amtrak Hiawatha Service now offers a variable ticket pricing system that replaces the $25 ticket with a sliding $19 to $31 fare based on demand and advance purchase. “The Hiawatha Serviceoffers
Rep. Allen: Hosts November 21st “Beer with Scott”
Madison, WI – Rep. Scott Allen (R-Waukesha) is hosting an upcoming “Beer with Scott” on Tuesday, November 21st from 6:30-7:30 P.M. at La Estacion located at 319 Williams St, Waukesha, WI, 53186. The event will be BYOB (Buy Your Own Beer).
Minocqua Brewing Company: Wisconsin State Supreme Court provides opportunity for parties to voice stance on landmark school choice lawsuit
MINOCQUA, WI – In a significant step forward, the Wisconsin State Supreme Court has taken preliminary action on a landmark lawsuit that challenges the constitutionality of Wisconsin’s school choice program. The court has provided a window until November 14th for
IRG: Announces new plan to reduce tax burden on workers and families
IRG Supporters: Today, the Institute for Reforming Government (IRG) released a new tax reform opportunity as lawmakers in Madison continue to debate how best to deliver tax relief to Wisconsinites. IRG’s plan would target middle class workers and their families as
Sen. Marklein, Rep. Moses: Highlight Crisis Urgent Care and Observation Centers legislation
MADISON— State Senator Howard Marklein (R-Spring Green) and Representative Clint Moses (R-Menomonie) highlighted their Crisis Urgent Care and Observation Centers legislation as the bill receives public hearings in the Senate Committee on Mental Health, Substance Abuse Prevention, Children and Families and
Sen. Roys, Rep. Hong: Introduce Reproductive Freedom Act
MADISON — Today, Sen. Kelda Roys (D-Madison) and Rep. Francesca Hong (D-Madison) will be introducing the Reproductive Freedom Act, designed to protect and expand freedom for Wisconsinites. The three components of the legislation will do the following: Restores the power