WisDems: WHAT THEY’RE SAYING: Wisconsin child care providers face closure without continued funding for Child Care Counts
MADISON, Wis. — Ahead of Gov. Evers’ special session to address Wisconsin’s workforce challenges, child care providers across the state are sounding the alarm about the end of Child Care Counts and the devastating impact it will have on Wisconsin’s workforce.
Reps. Neubauer, Haywood: Democratic Assembly leaders respond to GOP Brewers Bill
MADISON, Wis. – Today, Legislative Republicans unveiled their proposal to provide ~$600million in funding to keep the Milwaukee Brewers in Wisconsin. Assembly Democratic Leader Greta Neubauer (D-Racine) and Assistant Democratic Leader Kalan Haywood (D-Milwaukee) released the following statement: “Throughout negotiations,
ACLU of Wisconsin: Applauds return of reproductive freedom for Wisconsinites
MILWAUKEE – Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin resumed abortion care today at their Walter Street and Madison East locations, and the ACLU of Wisconsin praised the win as a first step toward regaining full bodily autonomy and reproductive rights in Wisconsin.
Dept. of Natural Resources: Seeking public comment for environmental analysis of two Shooting Range Grant funded projects
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comment on a draft environmental assessment (EA) for the proposed issuance of two grant awards through the DNR Shooting Range Grant Program. One grant is for a project at
Rep. Macco: Statement on Brewers funding proposal
MADISON, Wisc. – Representative John Macco (R-Ledgeview) issued the following statement concerning the Brewers Funding Proposal, which will extend the Brewers lease in Milwaukee until 2050. “Coming from Green Bay, I understand the tremendous value that comes from hosting a major
ThedaCare: Launches new graduate Medical Education Program, welcomes vice president and assistant dean
NEENAH, Wis. – To enhance its mission of empowering each person to live their unique, best life, ThedaCare is pleased to announce the creation of a new Graduate Medical Education (GME) program and welcome Christopher Stenberg, MD, as the program’s
City of Racine: Encourages Voters to register or update registration on National Voter Registration Day
RACINE—The City of Racine is proud to join other municipalities and organizations to celebrate National Voter Registration Day tomorrow. In preparation for the upcoming 2024 Elections, City Clerk Tara McMenamin underscores the importance of ensuring that every voter’s registration is
Dept. of Natural Resources: Seeking public comment on Green Tier application for Badger Corrugating Company
LA CROSSE, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comment on the proposed Green Tier application for Badger Corrugating Company in La Crosse. If accepted, the proposal would allow the facility to join Tier 1 of
Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association: Fill the Hill celebrates UW–Madison’s 175th anniversary
MADISON, WI (September 18, 2023) — For the 11th year, Bascom Hill will be transformed into a sea of pink flamingos when the Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA) holds its annual Fill the Hill event. Fill the Hill is
Rep. Wichgers: Planned Parenthood resumes abortions
Madison – Planned Parenthood announced it will resume performing abortions Monday in violation of state law which prohibits intentionally destroying the life of an unborn child. In July, a Dane County Circuit Court judge ruled against dismissing a case brought by
Dept. of Natural Resources: Seeking public comments on Central Sand Hills regional master plan
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking comments on the next phase of the Central Sand Hills Regional Master Plan process. Among the more than 60 properties included in the plan are Devil’s Lake and Hartman
Milwaukee Alliance Against Racist and Political Repression: Stop the attacks on transparency and accountability in the county jail!
[Milwaukee, WI] – On September 14th, 2023 Milwaukee County Supervisor Anthony Staskunas wrote an open letter to Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson. In the letter, Staskunas called for the removal of Supervisor Ryan Clancy from his chairmanship of the County’s Judiciary, Law
Milwaukee DSA: Condemns dishonest attacks on Ryan Clancy
On Sept. 15, Milwaukee County Supervisor Anthony Staskunas released a letter to County Board Chair Marcelia Nicholson calling to remove Supervisor Ryan Clancy from his position as chair of the Judiciary Law Enforcement and General Services (JLEGS) Committee. Clancy, a Milwaukee DSA
Rep. Sinicki: Statement on fake “Iowa Model” maps bill
MADISON- Rep. Christine Sinicki (D-Milwaukee) released this statement on passage of Assembly Bill 415, having to do with redistricting of Wisconsin legislative districts: “Democrats have been requesting actual fair maps for over a decade. However, AB 415 will not answer
Rep. Maxey: Statement on AB 415
MADISON— Representative Dave Maxey (R-New Berlin) released the following statement in reaction to the passage of Assembly Bill (AB) 415. Drafted based on the Iowa model, AB 415 would implement non-partisan redistricting in Wisconsin. “This legislation shows our commitment to
Rep. Gundrum: Votes for nonpartisan redistricting process
Madison, WI – Yesterday, Representative Rick Gundrum (R-Slinger) voted for Assembly Bill 415 to create a nonpartisan redistricting process. The bill is based on the redistricting process used in Iowa. Today, he released the following statement: “I am proud to
Rep. Rettinger: Two public safety bills headed to governor’s desk
Madison – State Representative Nik Rettinger (R-Mukwonago) applauded the State Senate after they passed two of his commonsense public safety bills, sending them to the Governor’s desk for his signature. Assembly Bill 57 ensures that certain crimes such as a
U.S. Rep. Van Orden: Speaks at press conference on funding our military
WASHINGTON, DC – In case you missed it, today Rep. Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) spoke at a press conference highlighting the necessity of funding our government and military alongside committee leaders and military veteran Members of Congress. Watch on YouTube The
Raising Wisconsin: Proposed legislation fails to address systemic child care funding challenges, needs
MADISON, WIS. – The Raising Wisconsin coalition is concerned with the package of child care bills proposed in the state Legislature because they lack significant investment required to stabilize a long-challenged early childhood industry. “We know providers, parents and employers
Rep. Green: Announces listening session
Madison – Representative Chanz Green (R-Grand View) has scheduled an in-district listening session. This is an opportunity for constituents to come and express their views on certain topics that might be considered by the Wisconsin State Legislature and also learn what