Rep. Penterman: Announces listening sessions
MADISON, WI – State Representative William Penterman (R–Hustisford) will host in-district listening sessions on Saturday, May 3rd, as the legislature continues work on the next biennial budget. These sessions are an opportunity for constituents to share concerns and offer direct input
Rep. Knodl: Responds to release of “Wisconsin Energy Reform Act”
Madison, WI — The “Wisconsin Energy Reform Act” (WERA) just dropped, and with it comes a heavy dose of confusion, constitutional questions, and—surprise!—political silence from Governor Tony Evers. Let’s not dance around it: is Governor Evers backing this thing or not?
Dept. of Public Instruction: Pushes back against USDE certification request
MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction today expressed serious concerns with a request from the U.S. Department of Education seeking certification of Wisconsin’s compliance with the current administration’s interpretation of federal laws – a step the federal agency claims is
Rep. Goeben: ROFR by any other name
Madison – Rep. Joy Goeben (R-Hobart) shared her thoughts regarding the second edition of the Right of First Refusal (ROFR) bill, aka Wisconsin Energy Reform Act (WERA): “You can put lipstick on a pig, dress it up, and call it anything you
Sen. Johnson, Sen. Roys, Rep. McGuire, Rep. Andraca: Parents are having to choose between raising their own taxes and their children’s futures
Dodgeville— Democratic members of the Joint Committee on Finance continued their 2025-27 biennial budget listening tour in Dodgeville, where dozens of community members spoke in support of Governor Evers’ historic investment in public education. Just hours before the listening session,
Dept. of Financial Institutions: Money Smart Wisconsin Scholarship Contest awards $15,000
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI), in partnership with Edvest 529, Wisconsin’s direct-sold 529 college savings plan, and the Wisconsin Coalition on Student Debt (Coalition), today announced this year’s Money Smart Wisconsin Scholarship Contest recipients. Fifteen Wisconsin high school seniors will
Rep. Gustafson: ROFR is dead… Long live ROFR.
MADISON, WI—Yesterday, members of the Wisconsin State Assembly circulated the “Wisconsin Energy Reform Act” for co-sponsorship to members of the legislature. Representative Nate Gustafson (R-Fox Crossing) released the following statement. “When it comes to energy policy, neither AB 25, Right
Dept. of Justice: During Crime Victims’ Rights Week, AG Kaul highlights funding crisis
MADISON, Wis. – National Crime Victims’ Rights Week is a time to honor and support victims of crime, identify barriers to justice, and recognize the critical services crime victims rely on. Attorney General Josh Kaul will hold roundtable discussions across
Rep. Rivera-Wagner: Statement on Gableman decision
Green Bay – State Rep. Amaad Rivera-Wagner (D-Green Bay) released the following statement regarding the state Office of Lawyer Regulation’s decision to suspend the law license of Michael Gableman for three years: “While I applaud the ruling, it feels insufficient compared to
Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty: Wisconsin dairy farmer warns USDA over racially discriminatory programs
The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL), representing a Wisconsin dairy farmer, issued a warning to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) over several race-based programs that continue to hurt farmers every day. These programs, which
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Trump follows Baldwin’s lead to crack down on China, close trade loophole for fentanyl, counterfeit goods
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) released the following statement after President Donald Trump announced his administration will close a trade loophole for China and Hong Kong that allows illegal substances and counterfeit goods to enter the country, a
Ratepayer Protection Coalition: Opposes LRB-2777/1 – 2025 Wisconsin Energy Reform Act (WERA)
The 2025 Wisconsin Energy Reform Act (LRB-2777/1) is a bait-and-switch, falsely marketed as a fresh start when it quietly resurrects the Right of First Refusal (ROFR)—the most lobbied and controversial provision from Assembly Bill 25/Senate Bill 28. Despite assurances to
Dept. of Natural Resources: Wisconsin DNR and Conservation Congress to host Spring Hearings
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Conservation Congress (WCC) and Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) remind the public to attend the upcoming Fish and Wildlife Spring Hearings on Monday, April 14 at 6 p.m. Additionally, an online opportunity for public input
Office of the Commissioner of Insurance: Administrative actions March 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
U.S. Sen. Johnson: And Grassley release additional Arctic Frost records detailing sweeping anti-Trump investigation
WASHINGTON – On Monday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), Chairman of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, and U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, followed up on their oversight of the FBI’s “Arctic Frost” investigation, which formed the basis of Jack
Sen. Roys: We celebrate courage, not fear and division
MADISON — At least 13 students from UW have had their visas revoked by the Trump MAGA regime. State Senator Kelda Roys (D-Madison) represents UW and issued the following statement: “In Madison, we celebrate the courage it takes to come
U.S. Sen. Johnson: Chairmen Ron Johnson and Rick Scott write to Social Security Administration on steps to stop fraud and protect benefits for aging Americans
WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), Chairman of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, and U.S. Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.), Chairman of the Special Committee on Aging, sent a letter to the Acting Commissioner of the Social Security Administration (SSA), Leland
Assembly Republicans: Introduce the 2025 Wisconsin Energy Reform Act
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Dept. of Public Instruction: State superintendent launches effort to highlight impact of state, federal funding on Wisconsin public schools and libraries
MADISON — As Wisconsin navigates the uncertainty surrounding federal funding and the state biennial budget, State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly today announced the launch of a new effort to help the public better understand how state, federal, and local funding directly impacts the state’s K-12 public schools and libraries.
Rep. Allen: Announces upcoming “Coffee with Scott”
Madison, WI – Rep. Scott Allen (R-Waukesha) is excited to announce an upcoming “Coffee with Scott” on Saturday, April 26th from 9:00-10:00am at Café De Arts Roasters at 830 W St Paul Ave, Waukesha, WI 53188. The event will be BYOC (Buy Your Own