Wisconsin Historical Society: Granted authority to construct new history center
Madison, Wis. – The Wisconsin History Center project reached another significant milestone today when the State Building Commission unanimously approved the Society’s request for authorization to construct the new facility. The approval effectively moves the project into the demolition and construction phase.
Gov. Evers: Order flags to half-staff in honor of former state Rep. Klenke
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers signed Executive Order #215 ordering the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on Sat., Oct. 28, 2023, in honor of former Wisconsin State Rep. John Klenke, who passed away on
U.S. Rep. Van Orden: Statement on H.Res. 771
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) released the following statement after the House vote on H.Res. 771 – Standing with Israel as it defends itself against the barbaric war launched by Hamas and other terrorists: “I am a proud cosponsor
Protest Our Care: U.S. Rep. Moore, advocates discuss Biden Administration’s latest action to lower costs for Wisconsinites
MILWAUKEE – Today, US Rep Gwen Moore (WI-04) and healthcare advocates from Milwaukee joined Protect Our Care Wisconsin to discuss how Medicare negotiations will lower prescription drug costs for Wisconsinites. The Biden administration recently announced the first 10 drugs that
DCCC: U.S. Rep. Van Orden puts new extreme speaker and fellow election denier over Wisconsinites
Derrick Van Orden gave a ringing endorsement of House Republicans’ new Speaker of the House, Rep. Mike Johnson. After churning through a slew of other candidates, Van Orden went all in for Johnson and his extremism: In case you haven’t
U.S. Rep. Grothman: Applauds the election of Speaker Johnson
(Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-WI-06) issued the following statement after Rep. Mike Johnson (R-LA) was elected Speaker of the House: “I am proud to congratulate Mike Johnson on becoming the 56th Speaker of the House of Representatives,” said Grothman. “As
Wisconsin Farm Bureau: Statement on wolf management plan approval
MADISON – Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation President Kevin Krentz released this statement regarding approval of the Wisconsin DNR’s Wolf Management Plan: “Today the Department of Natural Resources missed an opportunity to restore trust from Wisconsin’s rural residents. By approving the
Gov. Evers: Announces State Building Commission approves approximately $388.7 million in projects across Wisconsin
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced the Wisconsin State Building Commission approved a total of approximately $388.7 million in key projects located across the state. “The projects approved today by the Commission will not only support jobs, bolster our
UW–Stout: Assistant in Dean of Students Office honored by statewide organization
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Rep. Steffen: Applauds multi-state lawsuit targeting social media impacts on children
Madison, WI – Today, State Representative David Steffen (R-Howard) released the following statement regarding the recent news of Wisconsin joining a multi-state lawsuit against Meta Platforms, Inc.: “The overwhelming evidence pointing to the harmful effects of social media on our
Rep. McGuire: Gov. Evers signs bill, securing health care for public safety employees
MADISON – Today, Governor Evers signed Senate Bill 120, a bipartisan bill which secures the right for public safety employees to negotiate with their municipal employer about their health care coverage and ensures a municipality cannot discontinue coverage to any
The Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party: Gallagher, Krishnamoorthi joint statement on CCP’s export restrictions on graphite
WASHINGTON, DC – Chairman Mike Gallagher (R-WI) and Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party today released the below statement on the CCP’s export restrictions on graphite. “The Chinese Communist Party’s (CCP) latest
Opportunity Wisconsin: Statement on Wisconsin Republicans’ support for Rep. Mike Johnson as Speaker of the House
MADISON, Wis. – Opportunity Wisconsin Program Director Meghan Roh released the following statement in response to Congressmen Bryan Steil and Derrick Van Orden’s support for Mike Johnson as the next Speaker of the House. Steil voted for Johnson’s election as
OIC: Wisconsin Insurance Commissioner celebrates competitive health insurance market ahead of open enrollment period
Madison, Wis. —Beginning November 1, residents in all 72 counties across Wisconsin will have the opportunity to choose from at least three different health insurance carriers on HealthCare.gov. Wisconsin’s individual health insurance market has the second-most insurers in the nation with twelve insurers
Dept. of Health Services: Marks 25 years of aging and disability resource centers serving Wisconsin communities
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is celebrating the 25th anniversary of aging and disability resource centers (ADRCs) helping older adults and people with disabilities in our state to thrive. ADRCs were first piloted in 1998 in nine counties
U.S. Rep. Fitzgerald: Statement on election of Speaker Mike Johnson
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement regarding the election of Rep. Mike Johnson (LA-04) to serve as Speaker of the House in the 118th Congress: “First and foremost, I’d like to congratulate my colleague and friend Mike
Dept. of Transportation: Commit to safe driving on Buckle Up Phone Down Day
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation urges drivers and passengers to make a commitment to prioritize safety on the roads as Wisconsin joins states across the nation to proclaim October 25, 2023 as Buckle Up Phone Down Day. WisDOT marked the day
A Better Wisconsin Together: In latest speaker vote, Wisconsin Republicans move support from one MAGA election denier to another
MADISON, Wis. — This afternoon, Wisconsin Republicans helped elect MAGA ally and anti-abortion extremist Mike Johnson as Speaker of the House. Before hastily switching support to Mike Johnson today, just last week Wisconsin Republicans had thrown their support behind fellow MAGA
Gov. Evers: Signs three bills
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today took action on three bills. The governor signed: Senate Bill 120, now 2023 Wisconsin Act 34: Rolls back anti-union collective bargaining prohibitions enacted in by 2011 Wisconsin Acts 10 and 32 to allow municipal
U.S. Rep. Grothman: U.S. must lead in championing religious freedom on the global stage
WASHINGTON—Subcommittee on National Security, the Border, and Foreign Affairs Chairman Glenn Grothman (R-Wis.) delivered opening remarks at a joint subcommittee hearing titled “Faith Under Fire: An Examination of Global Religious Persecution.” In his opening statement, Subcommittee Chairman Grothman pointed out that religious