U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Tammy Tuesdays, February 6, 2024
Hi folks! Welcome back to Tammy Tuesdays, our weekly update email on Tammy’s work and the big fights she’s taking on for Wisconsin families. Tammy knows that there’s more that unites us than divides. She understands that Wisconsin’s middle-class families
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Supports bipartisan border and immigration compromise
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin released the following statement in support of the bipartisan compromise on border security and immigration reform: “I’ve said from the beginning that I am committed to being a part of the solution to secure
Baldwin campaign: Hosts roundtable on cutting health care costs with Stevens Point-area seniors
STEVENS POINT, Wis. — In case you missed it, Tammy hosted a roundtable this weekend with Stevens Point-area seniors to talk about the positive impact of her work to make health care affordable and accessible for all. Tammy meeting with
Sen. Agard: Introduces legislation to place protections, increase safety around retention ponds
MADISON – Today, Senator Agard released legislation that would require retention ponds across the state of Wisconsin to incorporate certain protective measures to prevent life-threatening accidents. State Senator Melissa Agard (D-Madison) released the following statement: “In light of the devastating
WI Local Food: DATCP awards Purchase Assistance Program Community Partner Grants
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) announced a total of $1.5 million has been awarded to nine organizations for the Wisconsin Local Food Purchase Assistance Program (WI LFPA) Community Partners Grants. These grants
UW Board of Regents: Announces 2024 Diversity Awards
MADISON, Wis.—The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents will honor the recipients of the 16th annual Regents’ Diversity Awards on February 9 in Madison at the next Regents meeting. These awards recognize individuals and programs that foster access and success for
Gov. Evers: Meets with Eau Claire leaders to support regional healthcare workforce following HSHS and Prevea closures
EAU CLAIRE — Gov. Tony Evers today, together with Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD) Secretary Amy Pechacek, Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) Deputy Secretary Deb Standridge, Wisconsin Office of the Commissioner of Insurance (OCI) Commissioner Nathan Houdek, and other agency officials and staff, joined local leaders
U.S. Rep. Gallagher: Pushes legislation to build the wall and secure our border
WASHINGTON, D.C. — As first reported by the Daily Caller, Representative Mike Gallagher (R-WI) introduced legislation to secure the southern border and help put an end to Biden’s border crisis. The bill, called the WALL Act of 2024, would require the president to finish building
WisDems: Eric Hovde wants to raise the retirement age
MADISON, Wis. — New reporting from Up North News detailed how California bank owner Eric Hovde (R–Laguna Beach) wants to put Social Security benefits out of reach for more and more Americans by raising the retirement age to as high as 72 years. Hovde has said
Sen. Felzkowski: Perseverance pays off
If you had asked me, when I took my oath of office in 2013, what I’d guess one of my proudest achievements would someday be as a legislator, I never would have guessed that it would be a dental care
Dept. of Natural Resources: Seeking volunteer campground hosts for properties statewide
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking volunteers who like spending time outside, helping other outdoor enthusiasts and are passionate about Wisconsin’s natural resources to serve as volunteer campground hosts. Volunteer opportunities are available at DNR properties
WisDems: President Biden has delivered historic progress for Black Wisconsinites, but Trump threatens to destroy it
MADISON, Wis. — Black History Month is a time to celebrate the rich history of Black Wisconsinites and Black Americans across the country. Just as we celebrate the trailblazers, leaders and gains made in generations past, it’s also important that we celebrate
Office of the Commissioner of Insurance: Recognizes Flood Insurance Awareness Week
Madison, Wis. —Governor Tony Evers has proclaimed February 4-10, 2024, Flood Insurance Awareness Week in Wisconsin to recognize our state’s increasing flood risk and the importance of having appropriate insurance coverage. “Now is the time to prepare for spring flooding and
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Awards Wisconsin Local Food Purchase Assistance Program community partner grants
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) announced a total of $1.5 million has been awarded to nine organizations for the Wisconsin Local Food Purchase Assistance Program (WI LFPA) Community Partners Grants. These grants
Dept. of Natural Resources: Learn about Green Bay walleye and muskellunge management on Feb. 7
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to join DNR staff members on Feb. 7 at the DNR’s Green Bay Service Center for the second meeting of a six-part series focused on northeast Wisconsin fisheries
U.S. Rep. Pocan: Joins MSNBC, discusses latest in Israel, border deal, and UNRWA allegations
MADISON, WI – U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) joined MSNBC’s Ayman Mohyelden last night to discuss the U.S. leverage in Israel, the Senate security supplemental deal, and UNRWA allegations. Click here to watch the full interview, and find excerpts of
Dept. of Administration: Wisconsin Help for Homeowners program to close applications March 8, 2024
Madison, Wis. – Secretary Blumenfeld today announced that the Wisconsin Help for Homeowners program (WHH), funded by the Homeowners Assistance Fund established under the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, will close applications on March 8, 2024. Since launching in March 2022,
Santos campaign: Dina Nina Martinez-Rutherford endorses Lorenzo Santos for WI-01
Racine, Wi. — Today Lorenzo Santos is announcing a major endorsement by Madison Alder Dina Nina Martinez-Rutherford in his effort to win Wisconsin’s 1st Congressional District. “As someone who has had to choose between healthcare and paying my rent, I
Dept. of Transportation: Most common forms of identification to show at voting polls: Wisconsin DMV’s driver license or ID
Wisconsin Department of Transportation Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) reminds voters to check and be sure that they have the proper identification needed to vote in this month’s primary (February 20, 2024). Wisconsin driver licenses or IDs are the most
Dept. of Natural Resources: Awards Brownfield Grant to Portage County
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the department has awarded brownfield assessment services to Portage County to assist with the investigation of environmental contamination at the former Spiritland Store Service Center in the town of