Protect Our Care Wisconsin: Final week of Medicaid Awareness Month highlights Medicaid’s role in the fight for health equity
WISCONSIN — Today, Protect Our Care is kicking off the final week of Medicaid Awareness Month, which examines the critical role Medicaid has played in reducing disparities in health coverage and improving overall health outcomes for vulnerable communities. Research confirms that
Western Wisconsin Conservation Council: Farmer-to-farmer conversations shorten path to conservation success
BALDWIN, Wis. ― Farmers in western Wisconsin are finding they can implement successful and sustainable conservation practices faster as a group openly sharing experiences, rather than individuals experimenting alone. Jerry Emmert and his brother, Jim, are the third generation to farm the
Dept. of Natural Resources: Makes it easier for public to weigh in on air quality issues
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is making it easier for the public to get involved in decisions that affect the air they breathe by rolling out a new webpage to engage in the air permit process. The new
Donovan campaign: Bob Donovan announces run for state Assembly
Greenfield, WI – Republican candidate and former Milwaukee Alderman, Bob Donovan, announced today that he will run for state Assembly in the 84th District. Upon his announcement, Donovan released the following statement: “First and foremost, I believe I have a great
NRSC: Barnes brigade to include corporate PAC $$
Washington, D.C. – Like many other hypocritical Democrats running for public office this year, Mandela Barnes pledged to forgo campaign donations from registered corporate PACs but has since broken that promise. Earlier this month, Barnes claimed that he hasn’t taken “one dime in Corporate PAC
Rep. Brandtjen: Vos must finish what he started
Madison – State Representative Janel Brandtjen (R- Menomonee Falls) issued the following statement regarding the continuation of Gableman’s investigation into the 2020 election: “In June of 2021, Speaker Robin Vos hired Justice Michael Gableman and created the Office of Special
Dept. of Health Services: Honors health care providers with Big Shot Awards
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is pleased to announce that 18 health care providers from around the state have received the annual Wisconsin “Big Shot” award from DHS for their efforts to vaccinate children against diseases. This recognition is
Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin: Leads effort to go purple for National Crime Victims’ Rights Week
Residents, organizations, businesses, and landmarks across Wisconsin join in national celebration of victims’ rights with purple lights as state recognizes two years of Marsy’s Law in action MADISON – Residents, organizations, businesses, and landmarks across Wisconsin are going purple this next
Rep Allen: To seek reelection to fifth term
Today Representative Scott Allen announced that he will seek reelection to the State Assembly. Allen was first elected in 2014 after winning a very competitive primary election and has been reelected in 2016, 2018, and 2020. “I love the people
DNC: RECESS RECAP: GOP on defense over plan to raise taxes, sunset Medicare in battlegrounds
Back home for recess over the past two weeks, Republicans were met with ads, events, and headlines in battleground states across the country making sure that Americans know about their plan that could raise taxes on more than half the
DGA: Statement on Tim Michels’ entrance to the crowded Wisconsin GOP primary for governor
Today, Republican Tim Michels announced his candidacy for governor of Wisconsin. Democratic Governors Association Executive Director Noam Lee released the following statement: “Tim Michels is an extremist who Wisconsinites have rejected twice before — and for good reason. His radical
Dept. of Justice: Drug Take Back Day is April 30
MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul today announced that this upcoming Saturday is National Drug Take Back Day. Over 135 events are planned across Wisconsin on Saturday, April 30, 2022 where Wisconsinites are encouraged to dispose of unwanted and
UW-Madison: New program to expand access to substance abuse treatment in rural WI
MADISON, Wis. – A new statewide collaboration between the Wisconsin Hospital Association (WHA) and the UW School of Medicine and Public Health aims to bring much needed help to rural communities grappling with a rise in substance use and addiction.
Bodden Campaign: Announces endorsement list
STOCKBRIDGE – The Bodden campaign is announcing his first list of endorsements he has picked up since his announcement last Thursday: – Gubernatorial Candidate & Current 59th District Representative Tim Ramthun – Governor Scott Walker – Senator Duey Stroebel –
Rep. Tusler: Endorses Rachael Cabral-Guevara
[Fox Crossing, WI] – Today, State Representative Ron Tusler (R- Harrison) announced his endorsement of Rachael Cabral-Guevara in her run for State Senate. “Rachael is a hardworking, honest, and intelligent legislator that tirelessly and relentlessly works for the common man
WisDOT: Wisconsin DMV first in nation to share driver data electronically
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is the first DMV, nationwide, to update its data system to enable the electronic sharing of all driver records with other states. The innovative process, launched April 10, modernizes Wisconsin’s
WisDems: Two-time failed candidate Tim Michels announces campaign for governor
MADISON, Wis. – Today, Tim Michels announced he is entering the Republican primary for governor. Making the Republican field so crowded that it’s already #TimTime… again. Michels last ran for office more than twenty years ago, so we have a lot
Joers Campaign: Alex Joers announces campaign for State Assembly
MIDDLETON – Today, Dane County Supervisor Alex Joers announced his campaign for Wisconsin State Assembly in District 79. Alex grew up on Madison’s west side before graduating from Middleton High School in 2011 then earning his Public Administration degree from
Dept. of Health Services: Secretary-designee Karen Timberlake’s statement about Thank You Tour stop in St. Croix County
“Today was a great visit with our Thank You Tour hosts at St. Croix County Health and Human Services Department. We are so appreciative of those who were able to join us today to help recognize the COVID-19 response efforts
Michels campaign: Announces run for governor
CONTACT: Michels Press Office press@michelsforgovernor.com Builder, veteran, and outsider launches bid to defeat Tony Evers BROWNSVILLE, WI – Conservative businessman and veteran, Tim Michels, announced his bid to become Wisconsin’s next governor today. He is running in the Republican primary.