U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Key priorities and legislation highlighted in State of the Union Address
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) released the following statement after President Joe Biden delivered his State of the Union address to Congress: “In the last two years, I worked hard with President Biden to lower costs for working
U.S. Sen. Johnson: Releases statement on State of the Union Address
WASHINGTON – On Tuesday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) released the following statement on President Biden’s second State of the Union address. “Tonight, President Biden said he ran ‘to fundamentally change things’ and he has done so – for the worse.
U.S. Rep. Steil: Statement on President Biden’s State of the Union Address
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) released the following statement on President Biden’s State of the Union Address. “In the last two years, our country has seen higher costs and higher crime rates. The cost to heat your home,
A Better Wisconsin Together: Applauds President Biden’s call to ‘finish the job’ in State of the Union Address
MADISON, Wis. — In the State of the Union speech tonight, President Joe Biden spoke of the progress made in delivering on an economy that works for all of us under his administration and the work ahead to “finish the
WisDems: Statement on President Biden’s State of the Union Address
MADISON, Wis. — Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler released the following statement following President Biden’s 2023 State of the Union Address: “Tonight, President Biden reminded us all of the historic progress our nation has made over the past two
Sen. Taylor: Frustrated at senseless loss of life
MADISON – Upon learning of the duty-related death of a Milwaukee Police Officer Peter Jerving, State Senator Lena Taylor (D-Milwaukee) released the following statement: “There are few jobs, that when you leave home, you don’t know if you are going
Gov. Evers: Announces budget initiatives to bolster forestry industry, clean energy jobs, and conservation
Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov Governor’s proposal will bolster sustainable industries like clean energy and forestry, support forest regeneration, improve Stewardship Program MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced his 2023-25 biennial budget proposal will include efforts to strengthen Wisconsin’s forestry industry, bolster the
Four Fitchburg City Council members endorse Randy Udell for Fitchburg mayor
Fitchburg Alders Jay Allen, Shanon Strassman, Jim Wheeler, and Dave Herbst are endorsing Council President Randy Udell to be Fitchburg’s next Mayor. Former Mayor, former City Council President and current Alder Jay Allen, said “Fitchburg is a growing City. Randy’s
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Talks healthcare progress with her State of the Union guest ahead of President Biden’s Address to the nation
WISCONSIN — Hours before President Biden delivers his State of the Union Address – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin joined Protect Our Care to discuss how President Biden and Democrats in Congress have worked to pass historic health care measures, lower
Dorow campaign: Over 100 sheriffs, police chiefs, and district attorneys endorse Judge Dorow
Waukesha, Wis. (February 7, 2023) – Judge Jennifer Dorow’s campaign has impressively crossed the century mark in the number of law enforcement leaders who have endorsed her campaign. Today, Judge Dorow’s campaign announced she has received endorsement from 52 additional Wisconsin
Sen. Wimberger: Statement on joint legislative audit hearing
MADISON — Senator Eric Wimberger (R-Green Bay) released the following statement after the Joint Legislative Audit Committee (JLAC) hearing on February 7th: “The Department of Administration failed to provide the Audit Bureau with even the most basic documents and information
Rep. Tittl: Reintroduces All Copays Count Legislation to Put Patients First
Madison, WI – Today, State Rep. Paul Tittl (R-Manitowoc) reintroduced a bill relating to the application of prescription drug payments for health coverage. The bill ensures Wisconsin health plans and pharmacy benefit managers count copay assistance towards patient cost-sharing requirements. Already
Rep. Haywood: Statement on Milwaukee police officer killed in the line of duty
MADISON, Wis. – Last night, a Milwaukee Police officer was killed during an attempt to arrest a suspect in an armed robbery in progress. The officer was a 37-year-old male with four years of service to the department. In response,
Greater Brookfield Chamber of Commerce: Launches quarterly speakers forum
Milwaukee, WI – February 8, 2023 — The Greater Brookfield Chamber of Commerce (GBCC) is launching a quarterly Speakers Forum on February 24, 2023, 8:15 a.m. =- 9:30 a.m., featuring experts in areas of business, economic development, government, etc. The
Rep. Sortwell: Releases victims’ rights bill to the legislature
Madison – Representative Shae Sortwell (R-Gibson) released the following statement today regarding the circulation of his victims’ rights legislation, co-authored with Senator Duey Stroebel (R-Saukville): “To ensure justice prevails in our court system, it is integral that all debts are
Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway and Sen. Melissa Agard: Call for a new round of clean car standards
(Madison, Wisconsin ) – Wisconsin elected leaders and health experts convened today to call on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to introduce a new round of vehicle pollution limits to protect Wisconsinites and save them money. The event was sponsored
More than 35 national & Wisconsin advocacy groups urge legislature to support bipartisan legislation: All Copays Count to put patients first
MADISON, WI, February 7, 2023 – Today, more than 35 national and Wisconsin-based advocacy organizations that make up the Wisconsin All Copays Count Coalition called on members of the Wisconsin State Legislature to cosponsor bipartisan All Copays Count legislation that would help Wisconsin
Gov. Evers: Announces plan to send 20 percent of state’s sales tax back to local communities
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today delivered on the promise he made in his 2023 State of the State address announcing his 2023-25 proposed biennial budget will send 20 percent of the state’s sales tax revenue back to local communities for shared
Sen. Andre Jacque: Bipartisan bill would help control medical costs
MADISON… Patients would receive protections from rising health care costs by ensuring that health plans count copay assistance toward a patient’s maximum out-of-pocket cost or annual deductible, under bipartisan legislation introduced today by a Northeast Wisconsin lawmaker. State Sen. André Jacque
Dept. of Natural Resources: 2023 sturgeon spearing season opens Feb. 11
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is preparing for the sturgeon spearing season opener on Feb. 11, giving spearers a chance to harvest Wisconsin’s largest and oldest fish species. With one of the largest lake sturgeon populations