Dept. if Justice: Attorney General Josh Kaul delivers inaugural remarks
MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul today delivered remarks after being sworn in for a second term as Wisconsin’s attorney general. Those remarks as prepared are as follows: Thank you. Thank you to my family, to those in
Democratic Governors Association: Statement on the swearing-in of Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers
Today, 2023 DGA Chair and New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy released the following statement on Gov. Tony Evers’ inauguration: “Congratulations to Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers on his inauguration for his second term as governor of Wisconsin. During the past four
Rep. Anderson: Sworn in and receives committee assignments
MADISON, Wis. – Clinton Anderson has officially been sworn in as the State Representative of the 45th Assembly District. “I am incredibly honored to serve the 45th Assembly District,” Anderson said. “I look forward to working with my colleagues on
Rep. Vining: We begin this session with less rights than last session
MADISON– Today, Representative Robyn Vining (D-Wauwatosa) will be sworn in and begin her third term in the Wisconsin State Assembly representing the 14th Assembly District, a redrawn district that now includes the people of Wauwatosa and West Allis. Rep. Vining
Rep. Meyers: Retires from the Wisconsin State Assembly
Madison, Wis. – Rep. Meyers announced that she would be retiring at the end of the 105th regularlegislative session. After a dedicated eight years of service to the people of the 74th Assembly District, shereleased the following statement: “In 2022,
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Provides resources for farmers seeking new careers, off-farm employment
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) makes resources available to farmers who are transitioning to a new career or seeking off-farm employment, including a new job-hunting workbook. The free, self-paced workbook for farmers
Gov. Evers: To share stage with granddaughter at 2023 Inauguration Ceremony
MADISON, Wis. — Gov. Tony Evers today will share the stage with his granddaughter, Tessa Schoenecker, at Wisconsin’s 2023 Inauguration Ceremony. Schoenecker, a college student, will introduce her grandfather as he is sworn in for his second term as the 46th governor of
Dept. of Natural Resources: Now accepting brownfield assessment grant applications
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is now accepting applications for the Wisconsin Assessment Monies (WAM) brownfield assessment grant program. Brownfields are properties where the expansion, redevelopment or reuse of which may be complicated by the presence
Lt. Gov. Rodriguez: Excerpts from inaugural address
MADISON — Below are excerpts from Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez’s Inaugural address as prepared for delivery. … Over the last year, I had the pleasure of traveling all over our great state to meet folks and families in their homes and businesses
Wisconsin Council for the Visually Impaired: Jan. 4 is World Braille Day, an opportunity to highlight the value of everyday Braille
Louis Braille was born on January 4, 1809. Four years ago, the United Nations honored him by proclaiming that date World Braille Day. World Braille Day celebrates the importance of Braille’s revolutionary raised dot system, which allows people who are
Mitchell campaign: Joint statement from Judge Everett Mitchell and Merrin Guice Gill
Judge Everett Mitchell and Merrin Guice Gill released the following joint statement this morning: “We understand that given Everett’s candidacy for Wisconsin Supreme Court, there is renewed interest in our divorce from two decades ago. We continue to prioritize the
Libertarian Party of Wisconsin: Oppose new federal spending
(Ubet, WI) “The new Federal Omnibus Spending Act cannot withstand scrutiny,” the Libertarian Party of Wisconsin Press Office announced in a statement issued over the weekend. “Not only does the $1.7 Trillion amount increase spending by 9%, it devotes far
Rep.elect Jacobson: Announces Committee assignments
MADISON, Wis. – Representative-Elect Jenna Jacobson (D-Oregon) announces their appointment to the following committees: Assembly Committees on Agriculture, Consumer Protection, Financial Institutions, Workforce Development and Economic Opportunities. Representative-Elect Jacobson released the following statement: “I am thrilled to be able to
Sen. Marklein: Listening sessions for resident of the 17th Senate District, 49th, 50th and 51st Assembly Districts scheduled
Madison, WI – Senator Howard Marklein (R-Spring Green) announces a series of Listening Sessions for residents of the 17th Senate District. Rep. Travis Tranel (R-Cuba City), Rep. Tony Kurtz (R-Wonewoc) and Rep. Todd Novak (Dodgeville) have been invited to participate. All
Rep. Steffen: State legislators seek to make retirement tax-free in Wisconsin
Madison, WI – State Representative David Steffen (R – Howard) and Senator-elect Rachael Cabral-Guevara (R – Appleton) announced their goal to make retirement tax-free in Wisconsin. The budget amendment, if taken up by the Joint Committee on Finance or the
Nate’s Mission: Time has run out for Pope Benedict, but it’s not too late for Pope Francis
This week, Pope Francis and the Vatican will orchestrate a global celebration, honoring the life and legacy of the late Pope Benedict. Heads of state, religious leaders, and prominent Catholics will travel to Vatican City acknowledging the historical, political, and
Rep. Vruwink: Named 2022 Friend of Housing
State Rep. Don Vruwink will accept the 2022 Friend of Housing award from the Wisconsin Builders Association Board of Directors on January 3rd at the State Capitol. The award recognizes Rep. Vruwink’s support for policies that reduce the cost of housing