Common Cause Wisconsin: Encouraged by strong legal challenge to long standing hyper partisan gerrymandered state legislative voting maps
On Wednesday morning, August 2nd, a day after Milwaukee Judge Janet Protaseiwicz was sworn in as Wisconsin’s most recent Supreme Court Justice, a long anticipated and expected legal action was filed by Law Forward and several other legal entities challenging the constitutionality
Rep. Bodden: Helps introduce gain of function legislation
Madison, WI – State Representative Ty Bodden (R-Stockbridge) released the following statement regarding co-authoring the gain of function legislation that was introduced: “I would like to thank Rep. Behnke and Senator Jacque for leading the charge on this gain of function
Rep. Behnke: Introduces gain of function Legislation
Madison – State Representative Elijah Behnke (R-Oconto) issued the following statement regarding legislation authored by Rep. Elijah Behnke, Sen. André Jacque, and Rep. Ty Bodden prohibiting institutions of higher education from conducting gain of function experimentation in Wisconsin: “Gain of function research
U.S. Rep. Pocan: Highlights benefits for veterans under the PACT Act
MADISON, WI – Today, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) released the following statement to highlight the benefits that veterans exposed to toxic substances can receive under the PACT Act and encourage veterans and their families to apply by an important
WILL: Coalition of free market groups urge lawmakers to oppose “wedding barn” legislation
The News: A coalition of free market groups including the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL), Institute for Justice, Badger Institute, MacIver Institute, National Taxpayers Union, Americans for Tax Reform, and the Wisconsin Agricultural Tourism Association have issued a new
Opportunity WIsconsin: Vice President Kamala Harris’ visit highlights the success of the Inflation Reduction Act and Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
PLEASANT PRAIRIE, Wis. – As Vice President Kamala Harris visits southeast Wisconsin today, communities and families across the state are already seeing relief thanks to programs backed by the Biden-Harris administration that were opposed by Wisconsin’s Republican congressional delegation. “Thanks
Wisconsin Democracy Campaign: Announces Nick Ramos as Executive Director
WISCONSIN – The Wisconsin Democracy Campaign Board of Directors is excited to announce that Nicholas (Nick) Ramos will become the organization’s next Executive Director, effective August 21, 2023.Nick comes to Wisconsin Democracy Campaign with a wide range of relevant experience and
WisDems: Welcomes Vice President Harris, celebrates Biden-Harris accomplishments for Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. — Ahead of Vice President Harris’ visit to Wisconsin today, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler released the following statement welcoming the vice president back to the Badger State: “With the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the Biden-Harris Administration delivered
WPT: Announces Paul Rozeski as Director of Government Relations and Member Services
MADISON – Wisconsin Property Taxpayers, Inc., the state’s largest taxpayer advocacy organization, has announced that Paul Rozeski was promoted to Director of Government Relations and Member Services. “We are excited about what Paul’s leadership and business experience will bring to
Dept. of Natural Resources: Peninsula State Park receives adaptive wheelchair donation
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that Peninsula State Park now has an all-terrain wheelchair that is available to loan. The outdoor wheelchair is a donation from local business Kinect M1. Peninsula State Park is
UW–Eau Claire: CENTERS to lead operations of County Materials Complex
IRG: Releases state of Wisconsin public debt overview
Delafield, WI – Today the Institute for Reforming Government (IRG) released Wisconsin’s Finances: Debt and Borrowing. In the 2023-2025 budget, the Legislature chose to pay down existing debt obligations and reduce new borrowing compared to previous budgets. Despite the decrease in borrowing,
Wisconsin Senate Democrats: Launch new program to compete for Senate majority
MADISON, WI – In light of yesterday’s news that a lawsuit has been filed challenging the constitutionality of the Wisconsin legislative maps, the Wisconsin State Senate Democratic Committee (SSDC) launched a new program designed to put Senate Democrats in position
Protect Our Care: GREED WATCH: Pfizer announces $12.7 billion in revenue this quarter
Pfizer announced it raked in $12.7 billion this quarter during their earnings report yesterday. While they make billions, Americans pay exorbitantly high prices for prescription drugs. Pfizer opposed the Biden administration reforms that lower prescription drug prices. During the call,
Hunger Task Force: $5 Wisconsin State Fair ticket with a donation of healthy fruits and vegetables
MILWAUKEE – (August 2, 2023) – Join Hunger Task Force and Wells Fargo for the Opening Day donation tradition at the Wisconsin State Fair. On Thursday, August 3, fairgoers can participate in the Wells Fargo $5 Day benefiting Hunger Task Force and donate
U.S. Rep. Steil: Hosts listening sessions, hears directly from WI-01 residents
KENOSHA, WI – Today, Congressman Bryan Steil hosted three listening sessions in Rock, Racine, and Kenosha Counties to hear directly from Wisconsin families about current issues before Congress and field requests from constituents who seek help dealing with federal agencies. Steil speaking
Sen. Wanggaard: Supreme Court begins new era by violating Constitution, law and Supreme Court rules
Statement by State Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman, Senator Van Wanggaard (R-Racine), on the illegal action by the Supreme Court to fire the Director of State Courts. “The new majority of the Supreme Court are so power-hungry that they have violated
Win Wisconsin PAC: Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez launches PAC to elect health care candidates to Wisconsin State Legislature
MADISON – Today, Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez launches her “Win Wisconsin” PAC, a new political action committee dedicated to supporting legislative candidates who are committed to strengthening access to health care in Wisconsin, supporting the expansion of BadgerCare and have experience
UW-Madison: Monkey droppings shed light on endangered species
Northern muriquis, which live in the Atlantic forest of Brazil, are one of the most endangered species of monkey in the world. Choosing good mates and rearing thriving offspring are key to the species’ long-term survival. To better understand what
Rep. Bodden: Helps introduce Gain of Function legislation
Madison, WI – State Representative Ty Bodden (R-Stockbridge) released the following statement regarding co-authoring the gain of function legislation that was introduced: “I would like to thank Rep. Behnke and Senator Jacque for leading the charge on this gain of function