Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty: Calls for “red tape reset” in new report examining Wisconsin’s regulatory environment
The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) released a new report called “Regulatory Reform in Wisconsin: An Opportunity for Greater Economic Growth.” The report makes the case for much-needed regulatory reform in the state while also highlighting several solutions
Wisconsin Supreme Court: Releases investigation report
Madison, Wisconsin (April 30, 2025) — In late June of 2024, the Wisconsin Supreme Court suffered a breach of trust the court had not experienced in its history. The court was shocked to learn on June 26, 2024, that a confidential
Climate Power: $2.5 billion in Wisconsin clean energy investments already threatened under Trump, with thousands of jobs at risk
Madison, WI — In just 100 days in office, President Trump’s tariffs, executive orders, and all-out assault on clean energy have put Wisconsin’s clean energy boom at risk. New data released today from Climate Power shows that 95 clean energy
Sen. Johnson, Sen. Roys, Rep. McGuire, Rep. Andraca: JFC Dems share feedback received from state budget public hearings
MADISON — Today, Democratic members of the Joint Committee on Finance (JFC) held a press conference in the State Capitol to discuss the feedback they have received throughout the state on Gov. Evers’ proposed 2025-27 biennial budget. The official JFC
Gov. Evers: And DWD announce record-high enrollment for Youth Apprentices for fourth year in a row on National Apprenticeship Day during 2025 the Year of the Kid
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today, together with the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD), celebrated “National Apprenticeship Day” and 2025 the Year of the Kid by announcing that for the fourth year in a row, Wisconsin’s Youth Apprenticeship program set a new record
WisDems: ICYMI: “Republican Senators Pan Proposed House Changes To Medicaid As ‘Cutting Benefits’”
MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, Semafor revealed that even some of Donald Trump’s biggest allies aren’t buying the House GOP’s desperate spin cycle, blasting GOP efforts to cut Medicaid funding after House Republicans approved a budget that would cut as much as $880 billion from
Rep. Murphy: Condemns Democratic defense of Judge Hannah Dugan’s alleged obstruction
MADISON, WI – State Representative Dave Murphy (R-Greenville) reacted to the latest developments surrounding Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan’s case and the reactions of several prominent Democrats. Judge Dugan was arrested on federal charges of obstructing U.S. Immigration and Customs
Dept. of Transportation: REAL ID deadline: Majority of Wisconsinites are ready
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) notes that over 64% of Wisconsinites already have a REAL ID driver’s license or identification card. On May 7, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will begin enforcing the requirement
Wisconsin Historical Society: Welcomes Julie Parkinson, Circus World Site Director
MADISON, Wis. – Following a national recruitment, the Wisconsin Historical Society is pleased to welcome Julie Parkinson as the new site director for Circus World in Baraboo. Parkinson previously served as the company manager for the Big Apple Circus in
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: WATCH: Senator Baldwin calls out Trump’s broken promises 100 days in
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today took to the Senate floor calling out Trump’s broken promises and what she’s been hearing from Wisconsin farmers, small businesses, veterans, seniors, and families throughout his first 100 days. Baldwin’s remarks,
Rep. Udell: Condemns proposed federal Medicaid cuts
MADISON, Wis – Today, Representative Randy Udell (D-47th District) issued a statement on Congress’s proposed federal cuts to Medicaid. “Everyone should have access to decent, affordable healthcare, whether public or private. Three out of five nursing home residents, two out of
WisDems: On Donald Trump’s disastrous first 100 days
MADISON, Wis. — With Wisconsinites having endured 100 days of Donald Trump’s reckless chaos, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler released the following statement: “The first 100 days of Donald Trump 2.0 have been the opposite of a masterclass: a disasterclass. Donald Trump
Rep. Madison: “Americorps alums demand President Trump rescind unprecedented attack on Americorps”
MADISON – Today, Governor Tony Evers and Attorney General Josh Kaul announced that Wisconsin plans to join a multi-state lawsuit suing the Trump Administration over their cuts to the AmeriCorps program. These cuts affect critical services in all of Wisconsin’s
Rep. Nedweski: Introduces bill to close insurance gap for breast cancer screenings
MADISON – Rep. Amanda Nedweski (R-Pleasant Prairie) joined her legislative colleagues today in introducing “Gail’s Law,” a bipartisan bill aimed at expanding access to life-saving breast cancer screenings for Wisconsin women and reducing long-term health care costs: “Whether it is
Rep. Stubbs: Ranking Democratic member Stubbs attends first meeting of Assembly Committee on Corrections
MADISON, WI – Today, the Assembly Committee on Corrections held its first meeting of the 2025-2026 legislative session with invited speakers from the Department of Corrections. Ranking Democratic Member Representative Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) released the following statement: “Today the Assembly
Assembly Republicans: Letter to Governor Evers regarding immigration guidance
Dept. of Public Instruction: State Superintendent Dr. Underly criticizes federal decision to eliminate AmeriCorps: ‘Reckless and damaging for Wisconsin’
MADISON — State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly today released the following statement regarding the federal government’s decision to eliminate AmeriCorps programming and staff, a move that will significantly impact Wisconsin’s students, educators, schools, and communities. “The decision to dismantle AmeriCorps is reckless and will have serious and lasting consequences for education in
Dept. of Financial Institutions: Gov. Evers honors the 2024 Governor’s Financial Literacy Award recipients
MADISON, Wis. – Today Gov. Tony Evers honored 11 individuals and eight organizations as recipients of the 2024 Governor’s Financial Literacy Awards in a ceremony at the Wisconsin State Capitol. The recipients were honored for their efforts in helping Wisconsinites build their
Dept. of Justice: Attorney General Kaul joins lawsuit challenging Trump administration’s dismantling of national volunteer public service agency, AmeriCorps
MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul today, as part of a multistate coalition, filed a lawsuit challenging the Trump Administration’s dismantling of AmeriCorps, including release of members and volunteers, placing 85% of its workforce on leave, and suddenly terminating grants