A Better Wisconsin Together: Republican cuts to proposed public school funding shift costs to local taxpayers … again
MADISON, Wis. — Hard working Wisconsin families and property taxpayers could face more rising costs as Republicans on the legislature’s budget writing committee voted to cut the proposed funding for public education in Gov. Tony Evers’ budget plan. The chronic underfunding
Dept. of Public Instruction: State Superintendent Dr. Underly condemns budget that fails Wisconsin students, educators, public schools
MADISON — State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly today issued the following statement in response to GOP lawmakers on the Joint Committee on Finance approving a budget motion that once again fails Wisconsin’s students, educators, and public schools. “For months, parents,
Williams campaign: Announces new endorsements ahead of Young Democrats of Wisconsin Convention
La Crosse, WI — With the Democratic Party of Wisconsin Convention just around the corner, Jake Williams, candidate for re-election as Chair of the Young Democrats of Wisconsin, is proud to announce a new wave of endorsements from respected leaders
Dept. of Natural Resources: Ride smart this Father’s Day weekend
MADISON, Wis. – With Father’s Day weekend fast approaching, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is urging all-terrain vehicle (ATV) and utility terrain vehicle (UTV) riders to make safety part of their outdoor fun. Warmer weather, longer days and holiday
Forward Latino: Calls for the immediate removal of DHS secretary Kristi Noem following the assault on U.S. Senator Alex Padilla by her agents
Franklin, WI – Forward Latino, a national non-profit, non-partisan service and advocacy organization headquartered in Franklin, Wisconsin and with affiliates and members in Wisconsin, California and twenty-seven states other states throughout the country, calls for the immediate removal of DSH
NFIB Wisconsin: Praises tax cut approved by JFC
Madison…The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) State Director, Luke Bacher, released the following statement in response to recent action by on the Joint Finance Committee (JFC) state budget: “On behalf of the thousands of small businesses in Wisconsin, we
WisGOP: WisDems are platforming scandal-plagued Raphael Warnock at state convention
MADISON, Wis. — The Wisconsin Democrats’ decision to trot out Georgia Senator Raphael Warnock as their keynote speaker for the 2025 State Convention in Wisconsin Dells this weekend is a slap in the face to Wisconsin values. By showcasing a scandal-ridden,
Disability Rights Wisconsin: Statement on Joint Committee on Finance vote on Department of Public Instruction budget
A statement from Jill Jacklitz, Executive Director of Disability Rights Wisconsin, on tonight’s Joint Committee on Finance vote on the Department of Public Instruction budget: “While the motion passed this evening by the Joint Committee on Finance would provide a
Rep. Ortiz-Velez: Calls for peaceful demonstrations and respect for state sovereignty
Milwaukee, WI — In light of recent events unfolding in Los Angeles and actions taken by the federal government, State Representative Sylvia Ortiz-Velez (D-Milwaukee) is calling on residents of the 8th Assembly District, the Milwaukee community, and all Wisconsinites to
Rep. Dallman: Votes for historic K-12 funding and over $1.3 billion in tax relief
MADISON – The Joint Committee on Finance (JFC) held an executive session and voted on various budget items related to K-12 education and tax relief as part of the 2025-2027 state biennial budget. Representative Dallman released the following statement. “I am
JFC Dems: JFC Republicans offer gimmicks, ignore demands to fund public schools
MADISON— Today, Republicans on the Joint Finance Committee voted against funding the basic support kids in Wisconsin schools need to succeed. Their decision comes at a time when classrooms are already under strain, and federal help for student services has
WisDems: Latino caucus chair releases statement in response to law enforcement attack on US Senator Alex Padilla
MADISON, Wis. — In response to US Senator Alex Padilla being shoved, tackled to the ground, and handcuffed by Trump’s FBI agents, WisDems Latino Caucus Chair Solana Patterson-Ramos issued the following statement: “Since the beginning of his presidency, Trump has demonized
U.S. Rep. Fitzgerald: Statement on the passage of the Rescissions Act of 2025
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement in response to the passage of the Rescissions Act of 2025, President Trump’s spending cuts package. “Passing this legislation is a long-overdue course correction. Wisconsin families are sick and tired of
Wisconsin Early Childhood Association: More than 75 businesses, economic development organizations call on legislature to invest in child care
MADISON, WIS. – More than 75 Wisconsin businesses, employers, trade associations and economic development organizations are calling on the state Legislature to invest in Wisconsin’s child care sector. Businesses and organizations from a wide range of sectors have signed a
U.S. Rep. Van Orden: Votes to codify federal spending cuts, save billions in taxpayer dollars
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) voted to pass H.R. 4 – the Rescissions Act of 2025. This bill codifies a rescissions request from the White House to eliminate $9.4 billion in unobligated, wasteful federal spending. Following his
Dept. of Transportation: Stakeholders prioritize transportation needs of Wisconsin non-drivers
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) hosted the Wisconsin Non-Driver Advisory Committee (WiNDAC) Thursday to collaborate with stakeholders and discuss transportation needs for the state’s non-driver population. WiNDAC members meet twice a year to provide WisDOT with feedback on the
UW-Eau Claire: Blugold Will Bevers gives back to Badger Boys State
Many first-year college students anxiously await summer break and some hard-earned time away from the intensity of their studies. However, for Will Bevers, a University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire sophomore majoring in biomedical engineering, summer is “full steam ahead” on academics.
Weekly Dem Radio Address: Gov. Evers celebrating third record-breaking year in a row for Wisconsin tourism, shattering records for visitors and revenue
Hey there, Wisconsin! Governor Tony Evers here. This week, we were pretty excited to announce that for the third year in a row, Wisconsin’s travel and tourism industry had a record-high economic impact in our state. In 2024, travel and
Milwaukee Young Democratic Socialists of America: Stands in solidarity with immigrants and Los Angeles
MILWAUKEE — The Milwaukee Young Democratic Socialists of America (MKE YDSA) joined hundreds of protesters Tuesday to march against President Donald Trump’s immigration policies, in solidarity with Los Angeles demonstrations. Demonstrators rallied at Cathedral Square Park before sweeping through downtown,
Milwaukee County: 17th District Supervisor Steve F. Taylor urges JFC to increase funding for mandated services
MILWAUKEE – Today, the Wisconsin State Legislature Joint Committee on Finance will meet to discuss Shared Revenue. Milwaukee County Supervisor Steve F. Taylor issued the following statement: When the Joint Finance Committee meets this afternoon to discuss Shared Revenue, I urge