Committee on Oversight and Accountability: Grothman, National Security Subcommittee members investigate human trafficking risks
WASHINGTON—Subcommittee on National Security, the Border, and Foreign Affairs Chairman Glenn Grothman (R-Wis.) and members of the subcommittee are launching an investigation after reports indicated that the Biden Administration will end familial DNA testing used by U.S. Customs and Border
Venture Dairy Cooperative: WOTUS decision spells huge victory for farmers and ranchers
May 26, 2023 – Yesterday, spelling a huge victory for farmers and ranchers across the country, the Supreme Court of the United States issued a unanimous decision reining in the EPA’s overly burdensome 2023 Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule, seriously
Dept. of Public Instruction: Summer Food Service Program ready to kickoff
MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction announced today it has started working with eligible organizations interested in providing meals and snacks during the summer months to children through the Summer Food Service Program. Each summer, as part of
Oshkosh Chamber: 43 graduated from Leadership Oshkosh Program
OSHKOSH (May 26, 2023) — Forty-three students graduated on May 25 th from the Oshkosh Chamber of Commerce Leadership Program. The ceremony was held at The Waters. During the program, participants served as adjunct members on 31 different boards and
Dept. of Commerce: Secretary Raimondo statement of support for Ian Saunders’ candidacy for Secretary General of the World Customs Organization
WASHINGTON – Today, Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo issued the following statement reiterating her and the Department of Commerce’s strong support for Ian Saunders as the U.S. candidate for Secretary General of the World Customs Organization (WCO): “I unequivocally support
Gov. Evers: Orders flags to half-staff for Memorial Day
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers signed Executive Order #203 ordering the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on Mon., May 29, 2023, as the state and nation recognize Memorial Day to honor
Sen. Marklein: Budget Bulletin: Workforce development, taking care of veterans, right-sizing government and increasing transparency
The Joint Committee on Finance (JFC) met on Tuesday, May 23 and Thursday, May 25, 2023. Between the two days, we took action on workforce development, veterans’ issues, right-sizing government and increasing transparency. We completed our work on the following
National Guard: Members train to provide a final dignity for grieving families
The death of a service member may be one of the most trying situations military families experience. But the Wisconsin Army National Guard has trained professionals to help families navigate the difficult next steps. “The Wisconsin Army National Guard provides
Wisconsin Wetlands Association: Statement on Sackett vs EPA
Madison, WI. Yesterday, the United States Supreme Court issued a decision (Sackett vs. EPA) that substantially narrows the scope of wetlands protected under the federal Clean Water Act (CWA) to those wetlands “with a continuous surface connection to bodies that are
Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport: Summer air travel season now underway
MILWAUKEE (May 26, 2023) – As Memorial Day weekend kicks off the summer travel season, Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE) is gearing up with numerous route expansions and additions for the summer and beyond. The latest flight additions at MKE include:
Tower Heritage Center: Free weekend
The Tower Heritage Center – 320 S. 5th Ave, West Bend, WI 53095Friday, June 9, 2023 – 11:00 am – 5:00 pm and Saturday, June 10, 2023 – 7:00 am – 1:00 pm You are invited to visit all three
Dept. of Natural Resources: Invites everyone to get out and fish during Memorial Day Weekend
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to get outside and cast a line during Memorial Day Weekend. With fishing seasons open across the state and over 84,000 miles of rivers and streams and 15,000 lakes, Wisconsin
UW Health: Mental health awareness is critical before, after retirement
MADISON, Wis. – With millions of people retiring every year in the United States, mental health is an important factor to consider as retirees and their families face this experience. As of mid-2021, about 50% of the U.S. population older
Gov. Evers: Orders flags to half-staff in honor of Navy Seaman Second Class David Joseph Riley
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers signed Executive Order #202 ordering the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on Sat., May 27, 2023, in honor of Navy Seaman Second Class David Joseph
U.S. Reps Moore, Kamlager-Dove: Introduce legislation to ensure dental care for foster youth
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) and Sydney Kamlager-Dove (CA-37) introduced the Foster Youth Dental Act to help expand Medicaid eligibility for foster youth by providing more incentives for dental providers, increasing Medicaid enrollment opportunities, and preventing
Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors: Adopts key items promoting accountability, public input, responsiveness to local stakeholders
MILWAUKEE – Today, the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors adopted three resolutions authored by Supervisor Ryan Clancy and Supervisor Juan Miguel Martinez. The resolutions initiated a comprehensive probe into the Milwaukee County jail, took a stance in favor of shared revenue and local autonomy, and
Gov. Evers: Appoints Amber Raffeet August, Raphael Ramos, and Anderson Gansner to the Milwaukee County Circuit Court
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today his appointments of Amber Raffeet August, Raphael Ramos, and Anderson Gansner to the Milwaukee County Circuit Court. Raffeet August is being appointed to Branch 14, filling the vacancy being created by Judge Christopher Foley’s retirement.
Weekly GOP radio address: Sen. Wimberger touts the Joint Finance Committee’s historic action on PFAS
https://www.wispolitics.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/230525GOPAddress.mp3 I’m State Senator Eric Wimberger from the 30th Senate District in Northeast Wisconsin. Last week, I championed a motion to create a dedicated $125 million PFAS Fund in the state budget. PFAS, commonly known as “forever chemicals” are a
Weekly Dem radio address: Gov. Evers touts his proposed historic investment in fixing Wisconsin’s roads and infrastructure
https://www.wispolitics.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/230525DemAddress.mp3 MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today delivered the Democratic Radio Address as he kicks off his annual Pothole Patrol tour to fix potholes across Wisconsin and highlight his plan to make historic investments in the state’s roads and infrastructure.