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(Madison, WI) — Natural Allies for a Clean Energy Future announced today that former Wisconsin Department of Revenue Secretary and longtime public servant Peter Barca will join the Natural Allies Leadership Council, leading the organization’s efforts in the Badger State. As Wisconsin’s

MADISON, Wis. — The WHA Foundation is excited to announce a continuation of last year’s initiative to help grow the health care workforce in Wisconsin. In collaboration with 24 local hospitals, the WHA Foundation is providing grants to support HOSA-Future Health Professionals

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) released the following statement after the federal government reopened: “After more than 40 days of chaos caused by the Democrats’ unnecessary, harmful, and utterly foolish shutdown, the federal government is finally reopening. From

MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, a new report came out detailing how Derrick Van Orden is refusing to commit to extending the ACA subsidies, which the GOP defunded in their most recent budget. In addition, the report noted how Van Orden recently called the ACA

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families (DCF), today announced the launch of new online tools to help Wisconsinites interested in starting a licensed or certified child care program navigate the regulation process, cutting license processing times nearly in half and helping to bolster

WASHINGTON — Rep. Tony Wied (R-WI) released the following statement after he voted to end the Democrats’ shutdown after 43 days. “Tonight, I voted to end the Democrats’ shutdown and reopen the government. After 43 long days, this vote ensures

MADISON, Wis. — In response to Republicans voting to end Affordable Care Act funding, WisDems Chair Devin Remiker released the following statement: “Tonight, Republicans made their choice clear: despite finding over a trillion dollars in tax cuts for billionaires like Elon

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement after voting to pass the Senate Amendment to H.R. 5371, legislation to end the government shutdown. “I was never in favor of this shutdown. Back in September, I voted to responsibly

WASHINGTON D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) released the following statement after he voted no on funding legislation that fails to extend the Affordable Care Act enhanced premium tax credits. “Today, I voted no on a bill that fails the American

MADISON, Wis. – After the House voted tonight to end the government shutdown, Opportunity Wisconsin called on Congressmen Bryan Steil and Derrick Van Orden to urgently address the affordability crisis they’ve created as health care, food, and energy costs continue

Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) voted again to fund the federal government and end the ongoing shutdown. This action follows more than 40 days of opposition by Senate Democrats, who refused to support the clean CR passed by

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07) issued the following statement after voting for H.R. 5371, the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2026. The legislation is set to be signed into law by President Trump. “The long, nationwide nightmare of the

Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov  MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced “The Learning Tree” as the theme for the 2025 State Capitol Holiday Tree and invited students to contribute handmade ornaments celebrating and thanking Wisconsin’s educators, child care providers, administrators, custodians, school bus drivers, counselors, librarians, school

WASHINGTON – Today, Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations Chairman Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) and Senate Committee on the Judiciary Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) demanded that Verizon, AT&T, and Lumen elaborate on the full extent of the Biden administration’s Federal Bureau of Investigation’s (FBI) efforts

MADISON, Wis. — In a new interview, right-wing Wisconsin Supreme Court Candidate Maria Lazar gleefully noted that the United States Supreme Court was right on the Dobbs decision and to give states the right to implement their own abortion laws — like Wisconsin’s

MADISON—The Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) is honored to announce Dr. Berdie L. Cowser as the recipient of the inaugural Anna Mae Robertson Veteran Legacy Award. The award was presented to Dr. Cowser by Governor Tony Evers and WDVA

Madison… Newly released public records reveal Wisconsin taxpayers covered a lavish trade mission for Governor Tony Evers and former Wisconsin Economic Development Corp CEO Missy Hughes to Germany and France; complete with chauffeurs, VIP airport services, and a pricey welcome

Hi, I’m Representative William Penterman and I represent the 38th Assembly District and chair the Veterans and Military Affairs Committee in the Assembly. I wanted to take a bit of your time to talk about Veterans Day. Veterans Day is

MADISON, Wis. — At a rare press conference today, GOP gubernatorial candidate Tom Tiffany has finally admitted the truth: Republicans don’t have a plan for health care. First, Tiffany dodged a question on whether he would vote to extend ACA subsidies, saying

Order ensures families have access to emergency assistance for housing and utilities during period of economic disruption MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today signed an emergency order to suspend Wisconsin Department of Children and Families (DCF) rules affecting emergency assistance for Wisconsinites facing housing insecurity or an energy crisis to ensure folks and families have