Dept. of Natural Resources: Life jackets save lives on Wisconsin waters
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) urges all Wisconsinites planning to boat or enjoy watersports this year to wear a life jacket. It’s National Safe Boating Week, and with warming weather, the DNR anticipates an increase in
Jacque campaign: André Jacque files over 1,400 signatures to secure ballot position for Wisconsin’s 8th Congressional District
GREEN BAY, WI – Today, André Jacque officially filed his nomination papers to secure a place on the ballot for Wisconsin’s 8th Congressional District, supported by over 1,400 signatures from citizens across the district. “I am deeply humbled and grateful
Keyeski campaign: Mental health professional and mom of six, Sarah Keyeski, approved for candidacy in the 14th State Senate District
Lodi, WI – Sarah Keyeski, a rural mental health professional and mother of six, was recently approved for the ballot by the Wisconsin Elections Commission after turning in more than 625 nomination signatures last week. Sarah grew up on a dairy farm
Republican National Committee: Republican National Convention brings economic wins to Wisconsin companies
MILWAUKEE, Wis. — In case you missed it, the 2024 Republican National Convention continues to deliver major economic impacts for Wisconsin businesses as upwards of 50,000 delegates, officials, guests, and members of the media are set to descend on Milwaukee in less
U.S. Rep. Fitzgerald: Votes to pass financial innovation and technology for the 21st Century Act
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement after voting to pass H.R. 4763, the Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century Act. This legislation establishes clear and functional federal requirements for digital asset markets to protect consumers and cement
Sen. Baldwin: Calls on Senate to pass bipartisan border and immigration compromise
WATCH: Senator Baldwin Calls on Senate to Pass Bipartisan Border and Immigration Compromise WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin delivered remarks on the Senate floor calling for the Senate to pass bipartisan compromise legislation to increase border security, curb
WisDems: Republican ‘DEI issue’ stalls nursing school funding
Wis. — Today, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel detailed how Robin Vos’ political games are obstructing the development of Wisconsin’s health care workforce in the face of significant nursing shortages across the state. Email records obtained by the Journal Sentinel revealed that UW nursing
Hambleton campaign: Former teacher Paul Hambleton launches candidacy for Senate District 10
HUDSON, WI— Today, Paul Hambleton, a retired teacher and current Chair of the St. Croix County Democratic Party, announced his candidacy for Senate District 10, which runs along the Mississippi River and encompasses parts of St. Croix, Pierce, Pepin, Buffalo, and
Gov. Evers: Announces state building commission approves over $48 million in projects across Wisconsin
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced the Wisconsin State Building Commission approved a total of $48.3 million in key projects across the state. “Through the approval of dozens of building projects this year so far, the State Building Commission
WILL, Coalition: Files amicus brief in Supreme Court public records case
The News: Today, a broad coalition of three organizations filed an amicus brief in the Wisconsin Supreme Court case, Wisconsin Voters Alliance v. Secord. The Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, and the Wisconsin Institute for Law &
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Introduces bill to crack down on mergers that result in higher prices and fewer American jobs
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) introduced new legislation to protect Americans from layoffs and price hikes resulting from corporate mergers that significantly reduce competition, close American facilities, and outsource jobs. The Stopping Threats to Our Prices from (STOP) Bad Mergers
Pro-Life Wisconsin Victory Fund PAC: Endorses André Jacque for U.S. Congress
(Brookfield, WI) – Today the Pro-Life Wisconsin Victory Fund Political Action Committee (PAC) announced its endorsement of Wisconsin State Senator André Jacque (R-De Pere) for United States House of Representatives District 8 in northeastern Wisconsin. Following the resignation of U.S. Rep. Mike Gallagher,
Gov. Evers, Dept. of Transportation: Announce grants to build Wisconsin’s electric vehicle charging infrastructure
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), today announced 53 locations will become the first federally funded fast charging electric vehicle (EV) stations in the state funded through the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI)
Dept. of Public Instruction: Summer Food Service Program ready to begin across Wisconsin
MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction announced today it has started working with eligible organizations interested in providing meals and snacks during the summer months to children through the Summer Food Service Program. Each summer, as part of
WisDems: Van Orden backs $27 billion cut to food assistance
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Derrick Van Orden and the House Agriculture Committee meet to take up the Republican draft of the Farm Bill, legislation which makes the largest cut to SNAP food assistance in nearly 30 years. The House GOP’s Farm Bill draft
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Secures wins for Wisconsin in bipartisan water infrastructure bill
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works advanced the bipartisan Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) to the full Senate, including several priorities U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin worked to include for Wisconsin water infrastructure projects to support
Mukwonago Community Library: Repatriates belongings to the Wilton Rancheria Tribe in California
(MUKWONAGO, WI) – The Mukwonago Community Library (MCL) has committed to reuniting a Collection with the Wilton Rancheria Tribe in Elk Grove, California, this May, under the federal Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). This Collection was part of
Dept. of Natural Resources: Reports storm damage at state park properties
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reports tree damage and downed power lines at many state park properties across Wisconsin following Tuesday evening’s storms, especially in south central Wisconsin. If visiting properties in the coming days, please
Opportunity Wisconsin: TODAY: Rep. Van Orden must vote against any food assistance cuts during Farm Bill markup
MADISON, Wis. – After failing to finalize a Farm Bill last year, Republicans in Congress have proposed a new draft that includes potential cuts to food assistance programs. As the committee begins markup on the bill today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden
Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty: Defends 1st Amendment rights of Wisconsin mom and conservative activist
The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) has filed an appeal on behalf of Scarlett Johnson, a Wisconsin Moms for Liberty Activist, who is being sued for defamation for criticizing her school district on social media for employing