Dept. of Natural Resources: Learn about trout habitat management in northeast Wisconsin on Feb. 26
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to join DNR staff members on Monday, Feb. 26, at the DNR Service Center in Green Bay, Wisconsin, for the fifth meeting of a six-part series focused on
WiHPCA: Applauds State Assembly for approving bill establishing a state Palliative Care Council
Kimberly, WI – Yesterday, the State Assembly approved Assembly Bill 736, a bill that would establish a state Palliative Care Council. The Wisconsin Hospice and Palliative Care Association (WiHPCA) strongly supports this legislation, which would ultimately help increase awareness and
WisDems: Statement on the 2024 State of the Tribes address
MADISON, Wis. — Ahead of the 2024 State of the Tribes address, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler issued the following statement: “Wisconsin is honored today to hear from James Crawford, the Chairman of the Forest County Potawatomi, for the 20th State of
DCCC: Trump And Van Orden want to ban abortion nationwide
After Donald Trump kicked off the new year by celebrating his “miracle” efforts to overturn Roe v. Wade, he is now seeking a national abortion ban. Derrick Van Orden, who has endorsed Trump for president and attended his “Stop the Steal” rally on January 6th that
DCCC: Trump And Steil want to ban abortion nationwide
After Donald Trump kicked off the new year by celebrating his “miracle” efforts to overturn Roe v. Wade, he is now seeking a national abortion ban. Bryan Steil, who’s already pushing an extreme anti-abortion agenda, will no doubt embrace Trump’s efforts to
U.S. Rep. Gallagher: Leads U.S. congressional delegation in visit to Taiwan
Contact: Allison Aprahamian, Will Poplawski WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI), Chairman of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party will lead a delegation of committee members to visit Taiwan from February 22-24,
Americans for Prosperity Action: Endorses Eric Hovde for U.S. Senate
CONTACT: AFP Action Media, Media@afpaction.com MADISON, WI – Today, Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action) announced support for Eric Hovde’s bid for the U.S. Senate against incumbent Democrat Tammy Baldwin. AFP Action is getting involved earlier than ever before in federal and state primaries
Gov. Evers: Signs bill providing grant to support Wisconsin’s regional biohealth tech hub
Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today signed Senate Bill 894, now 2023 Wisconsin Act 96, which provides necessary funding to leverage federal funding for the development of Wisconsin’s biohealth and technology sectors. “Wisconsin is a leader in the field
U.S. Dept. of Agriculture: NASS Wisconsin milk production
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Dept. of Corrections: Celebrates 214 new correctional officers at graduation
Madison, Wis. – More than 200 new correctional officers will soon begin work at Wisconsin Department of Corrections (DOC) facilities statewide as efforts to recruit and train security staff gain momentum. DOC continues to see record-setting numbers of officers graduate from
WisDems: Wisconsin Democrats announce 2024 State Convention
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Democratic Party of Wisconsin officially announced its 2024 State Convention—Fighting For Our Freedoms. The 2024 WisDems State Convention will be hosted in Milwaukee on June 8th and 9th at the Potawatomi Casino Hotel. Wisconsin Democrats gathering in Milwaukee
UW-Madison: New book introduces “dogonomics”
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 21, 2024 CONTACT: Tommy Jaime, 608-265-6175, tjaime@lafollette.wisc.edu MADISON, Wis., – While much has been written about the connection between dogs and humans, a new book coauthored by David L. Weimer of the La Follette School of Public Affairs at the
Sen. Felzkowski: Pushes through bills that specifically help the 12th Senate District
Madison, WI – On Tuesday, Senator Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk) announced that three bills specific to the 12th Senate District will be headed to the Governor’s desk for a signature. These bills include Senate Bill 518, Senate Bill 624, and Senate Bill 915.
Rep. Callahan: Authored legislation passes Assembly
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Rep. Binsfeld: Assembly passes truancy package
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Farm Bureau Federation: State Assembly passes three bills supporting agriculture
MADISON – The Wisconsin State Assembly passed three bills today that will help Wisconsin’s farm economy by adding additional processing capacity for soybeans and potatoes, and helping low-income families afford locally-grown farm products. “These bills help strengthen our agricultural economy
Gov. Evers: Awards $16 million in Community Development Block Grant housing rehabilitation grants
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced the award of $16 million of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Housing awards for critical housing rehabilitation projects for low- and moderate-income households spanning seven state regions. “As I travel across the state,
Rep. Green: Votes in favor of truancy package
Madison – Representative Chanz Green (R-Grand View) issued the following statement after voting in favor of the truancy package that was brought forth before the Assembly: “Being on the Assembly Speaker’s Task Force on Truancy, we heard from all sorts of groups
Rep. Joers: Assembly approves healthy food incentive program
MADISON – Today, Assembly Bill 1013 passed on the Assembly floor. This bipartisan legislation creates a program to provide matching dollars so that families participating in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) can purchase additional fruits and vegetables from participating healthy
BPDD: State Assembly advances truancy legislation that improves information for parents, ensures statewide consistency
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