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
WisDems: Honor Native American Heritage Month
MADISON, Wis. — On the first day of Native American Heritage Month, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler and Second Vice Chair Tricia Zunker released the following statements: Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler: “This Native American Heritage Month,
Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party: Gallagher, Colleagues introduce bipartisan American Security Drone Act
WASHINGTON, DC – Chairman Mike Gallagher (R-WI) of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party and Rep. Joe Courtney (D-CT) today introduced the American Security Drone Act of 2023 alongside Select Committee Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) and Rep.
Rep. Emerson: Empowering Wisconsin’s unaccompanied youth to access healthcare
MADISON – Today, Representative Jodi Emerson (D-Eau Claire), a dedicated advocate for the well-being of Wisconsin’s youth, is proud to introduce LRB-4436, a transformative legislative initiative aimed at breaking down healthcare access barriers for unaccompanied minors in the state: “In
Dept. of Health Services: Wisconsin adds new hub to pilot program
The Department of Health Services (DHS) will be adding a fourth site to a program initiated in 2020 that pilots a hub and spoke approach to treating Wisconsin Medicaid members affected by substance use disorder and physical and behavioral health
U.S. Sens. Baldwin, Moran: Introduce bipartisan legislation to recognize role of Southeast Asian Diasporas’ contribution in Vietnam War
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Jerry Moran (R-KS) introduced bipartisan legislation to recognize the contributions of the many communities and Diasporas from Southeast Asia who supported and defended the United States Armed Forces during the war
Dept. of Transportation: State laws protect first responders working on the roads
The Wisconsin State Patrol’s November Law of the Month reminds drivers of the laws they must follow to create a safety zone for emergency crews on the highway. Communities across Wisconsin rely on the services of nearly 40,000 law enforcement officers, firefighters,
Dept. of Financial Institutions: Gov. Evers proclaims National Scholarship Month in Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI), together with the Wisconsin Higher Educational Aids Board (HEAB), announced Gov. Tony Evers proclaimed the month of November as National Scholarship Month in Wisconsin. The proclamation is part of a nationwide effort to raise
Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce: Wisconsin voters less likely to support Supreme Court Justices who strike down school choice
MADISON – A new poll of likely Wisconsin voters shows that school choice is exceptionally popular, with 67 percent of respondents saying they support the policy. Importantly, school choice earns bipartisan praise, with a majority of Democrats, Independents and Republicans in
Dept. of Military Affairs: Take time to stay safe when daylight saving time ends For immediate release
MADISON, Wis. – The end of daylight-saving time is another reminder of the changing seasons in Wisconsin and the need to be ready to spend more time indoors. As people across the state prepare for winter, ReadyWisconsin encourages everyone to
Climate Power: President Biden’s clean energy boom brings hundreds of jobs and $445 million in investment to Wisconsin
Madison, WI— President Biden and Congressional Democrats’ clean energy plan is turbocharging our clean energy economy, revitalizing communities across the country. Wisconsin’s EV manufacturing industry is seeing a surge in investments. New clean energy projects have already spurred $445 million in investment
Dept. of Veterans Affairs: Secretary-designee travels to every one of Wisconsin’s 11 tribal nations
MADISON — Over the past several months, Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) Secretary-designee James Bond has traveled to each of Wisconsin’s 11 federally recognized Tribes to meet with leaders and Tribal Veteran Service Officers to discuss the issues unique to