Milwaukee County Exec Crowley: Milwaukee County launches Lead Remediation Program to reduce lead-based paint hazards in homes in suburban communities
WAUWATOSA, WI— Today, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley, along with the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Housing Services, launched a new Lead Abatement Program to reduce lead-based paint hazards in owner-occupied homes across suburban communities in Milwaukee County. The new Lead Abatement
Institute for Reforming Government: Action fund to testify on 400 year property tax increase
“Even the most progressive governors in Wisconsin’s history refused to misuse the partial veto power to increase spending” Delafield, Wis. – IRG Action Fund’s General Counsel, Jake Curtis, will testify in front of the Wisconsin Senate’s Committee on Licensing, Regulatory
ACLU of Wisconsin: Denounces Marathon County Sheriff Department for participation in pending 287(g) program
WAUSAU — The ACLU of Wisconsin has learned that the Marathon Sheriff’s Department has a pending agreement with ICE to partner in a Jail Enforcement Model 287(g) program, which delegates certain immigration enforcement duties to jail personnel. Already, the White
Dept. of Transportation: Flashing lights ahead, move over or slow down
November Law of the Month: Emergency responder safety Emergency responders risk their lives every day working along busy highways. The Wisconsin State Patrol’s November Law of the Month urges safe driving to protect roadside workers. “When you see lights flashing
WisDems: As Wisconsinites go without groceries, GOP gubernatorial candidate Tom Tiffany stays silent
MADISON, Wis. — As the 700,000 SNAP recipients in Wisconsin face the first week of feeding their households since Donald Trump decided to illegally withhold funds starting November 1st, Republican candidate for governor Tom Tiffany is staying silent. Wisconsinites are already
A Better Wisconsin Together: Republican abortion bill author reveals legislation’s true intent: Attempt to fix their partisan political problem
‘This is Appallingly Cynical Politics’ MADISON, Wis. — In video of an appearance at a conservative activists’ event, Rep. Joy Goeben revealed that the true intent of abortion-related legislation (Assembly Bill 546 and Senate Bill 553) is to try to
Indigenous Cannabis Industry Association: Honors industry leaders ahead of the fourth annual National Indigenous Cannabis Policy Summit, Nov. 11–13
ICIA honors Tribal Nations, member enterprises, and industry allies advancing Indigenous sovereignty and innovation in the cannabis industry during Native American Heritage Month Washington DC, November 5, 2025 — This Native American Heritage Month, the Indigenous Cannabis Industry Association (ICIA) is welcoming its
Sen. Wimberger, Rep. Wittke: Audit Committee to question Underly, approve audit of school sexual misconduct scandal
MADISON – Senator Eric Wimberger (R-Oconto) and Representative Robert Wittke (R-Caledonia) released the following statement before a Joint Legislative Audit Committee hearing to question leadership at the Department of Public Instruction (DPI), in the wake of a Capital Times investigation revealing serious
Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin, Wisconsin Broadcasters Association, Wisconsin Newspaper Association: To host webinar on ethical victim reporting
Event aimed at equipping journalists with best practices for covering victims with care and accuracy [MADISON, WI] – Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin, the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association and the Wisconsin Newspaper Association are collaborating to hold a webinar focusing on best practices
Wisconsin Policy Forum: License to teach
A growing number of Wisconsin teachers hold emergency licenses, reflecting staffing needs and a greater reliance on non-traditional routes into the classroom. This trend is seen across districts but is more prevalent in small or urban districts, certain subject areas,
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Calls on Trump to fully fund FoodShare for Wisconsin families
Baldwin’s floor speech comes as Trump continues to sow confusion and keep food from hungry families WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a Senate floor speech today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) called on President Trump to once again use the resources at his disposal and fully
Dept. of Justice: AG Kaul and multistate coalition bring lawsuit challenging unlawful restrictions on FEMA grants
MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul, and a coalition of 11 other states, today filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) challenging unlawful new conditions on FEMA grants, which support emergency
Americans for Prosperity-WI: Senator Baldwin continues to put partisanship ahead of Wisconsinites as shutdown drags into longest in history
MADISON, WI — As the government shutdown becomes the longest in American history, Americans for Prosperity–Wisconsin (AFP-WI) is calling out Senator Tammy Baldwin for continuing to put partisan politics ahead of Wisconsin families and workers. Despite multiple opportunities to support legislation
Agriculture Organizations: Respond to proposals to alter rules, fees
Contact: Tim Fiocchi, Senior Director of Government Relations, 608.828.5712 MADISON – The Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation, Wisconsin Cattlemen’s Association, Wisconsin Pork Association, Dairy Business Association, Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association and Wisconsin Veterinary Medical Association released the following joint statement&… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for subscription
U.S. Rep. Van Orden: Demands Evers act to protect $50 million for rural health
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) today called on Governor Tony Evers to immediately submit Wisconsin’s application for the Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Program before the November 5 deadline, warning that failure to do so will cost Wisconsin $50 million in
Rep. Sheehan: Hosts emergency food drive in partnership with Sheboygan County Food Bank
Ongoing Federal Government Shutdown is Delaying Wisconsinites’ FoodShare Benefits Sheboygan, Wis. — Today, Rep. Sheehan, in partnership with the Sheboygan County Food Bank, hosted an emergency food drive in response to the announcement that the federal government shutdown will delay Wisconsin families’
Gov. Evers: ICYMI: U.S. Small Business Administration extends deadline for physical damage loans for Wisconsin businesses, residences, and private nonprofits impacted by August severe weather
MADISON — On Mon., Nov. 3, 2025, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced that the deadline for physical damage loan applications has been extended for Wisconsin businesses, residences, and private nonprofits impacted by devastating storms that occurred Aug. 9 through Aug. 12, 2025, resulting in
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Significantly reduces impact to Wisconsin businesses with proposed modifications to administrative rules ATCP 10 and 12
MADISON, Wis. – Based on input received during the public comment period, the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is proposing substantial modifications to two DATCP administrative rules. DATCP received hundreds of comments related to ATCP 10 (Animal Disease
Board for People with Developmental Disabilities: Statement on voting bills hearing today
The Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities (BPDD) has concerns about the impact of AB-599 on Wisconsin citizens with disabilities. The bill on absentee ballots discussed in a hearing today would eliminate the indefinitely confined option and require voters
Office of the Commissioner of Insurance: Administrative actions October 2025
Madison, Wis. — The Office of the Commissioner of Insurance (OCI) is responsible for administering and enforcing the insurance laws of Wisconsin. This includes monitoring the financial and marketing practices of individuals and companies. Each month, OCI publishes the administrative actions