Sen. Pfaff: Pushes back against FDA draft guidance on plant-based products marketed and labeled as “Milk”
Madison, WI – Today, State Senator Brad Pfaff (D-Onalaska) and his Democratic colleagues on the Senate Committee on Agriculture and Tourism sent a letter to U.S. Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Dr. Robert M. Califf regarding the FDA’s recent draft recommendations
International Institute of Wisconsin: Appoints Paul Trebian interim president and CEO
MILWAUKEE —The International Institute of Wisconsin (IIW), an organization dedicated to the promotion of international cooperation, understanding, and a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural perspective, announced that Dr. Paul F. Trebian, Ed.D., MBA/TM, MA, BS, has been named the Interim President & CEO
Washington County Exec Schoemann: Statement on regal ware announcement
West Bend, WI – In light of the recent announcement that Regal Ware, Inc. and the Village of Kewaskum released yesterday, County Executive Josh Schoemann expressed his support of their joint agreement. The Village of Kewaskum intends to purchase the
Sen. Agard: Legislative Democrats introduce economic justice Bill of Rights
MADISON – Today, State Senator Melissa Agard joined her Democratic colleagues as they re-introduced the Economic Justice Bill of Rights joint resolution. Senate Democratic Leader Agard released the following statement: “As we engage with the Governor’s proposed budget and enter
Bureau of Labor Statistics Data: Wisconsin adds 4,100 nonfarm jobs in January, statewide unemployment rate falls to 2.9%
MADISON – The Department of Workforce Development (DWD) today released the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) preliminary employment estimates for the month of January 2023, which showed Wisconsin added 4,100 nonfarm jobs over the month and 55,800 jobs over
Sen. Nass: JCRAR suspends portions of DHS student immunization code
Senator Steve Nass (R-Whitewater), Co-chairman of the Joint Committee for Review of Administrative Rules (JCRAR), issued the following statement announcing that the joint committee voted 6-4 to suspend parts of Wisconsin Administrative Code Department of Health Services (DHS) 144, relating
U.S. Rep. Moore: Re-introduces worker relief and credit reform (WRCR) act to expand and modernize the earned income tax credit
Today, Congresswoman Gwen Moore held a press conference to mark the re-introduction of H.R. 1468, the Worker Relief and Credit Reform (WRCR) Act,to expand and modernize the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) so that this important tax credit better meets the demands on America’s workforce
Weekly GOP radio address: Sen. Marklein urges Wisconsinites to voice their opinions on the budget at scheduled hearings
Hi, this is Senator Howard Marklein. I am the co-chair of the legislature’s budget-writing, Joint Committee on Finance. There is a lot of talk about the state budget these days. On any given day, I will discuss a dozen different
Weekly Dem radio address: Gov. Tony Evers covers how his budget will help working Wisconsin families through child care initiatives
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today delivered the Democratic Radio Address highlighting his budget initiatives, shared last month in his 2023-25 Biennial Budget Message, to expand access to affordable child care and create a first-of-its-kind Wisconsin Paid Family Leave Program. Hey there, Governor Tony
Zombor campaign: Mandela Barnes endorses Missy Zombor for MPS
MILWAUKEE, WI — Missy Zombor, Milwaukee Public Schools parent and candidate for the MPS School Board at-large seat, announced today that she has earned the endorsement of former Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes. “As a Milwaukee Public Schools parent and long-time
Wisconsin Supreme Court: Accepts one new case
Madison, Wisconsin (March 9, 2023) – The Wisconsin Supreme Court recently voted to accept one new case, and the Court acted to deny review in a number of other cases. The case numbers, counties of origin and the issues presented
Sen. Hesselbein: Want less government debt? Look no further than our own Gov. Evers
It’s one thing to prepare – and save – for a rainy day, it’s yet another to prevent one. Those calling for reduced government debt and budgets that are truly responsible to our state’s future need look no further than
Dept. of Health Services: Wisconsin’s Medicaid program starts to resume routine operations
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is notifying all Wisconsinites enrolled in BadgerCare Plus or another Medicaid program they will need to renew their benefits by an assigned due date between June 2023 and May 2024. Members should wait until
End Citizens United, Let America Vote: Endorses Judge Protasiewicz for Wisconsin Supreme Court
End Citizens United (ECU) // Let America Vote (LAV) today endorsed Judge Janet Protasiewicz for Wisconsin Supreme Court. “Judge Protasiewicz is the only candidate in this race who can’t be bought and paid for by special interests,” said ECU // LAV
Gov. Evers: Delivers Radio Address on plans to expand access to affordable child care and create a statewide Paid Family Leave Program
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today delivered the Democratic Radio Address highlighting his budget initiatives, shared last month in his 2023-25 Biennial Budget Message, to expand access to affordable child care and create a first-of-its-kind Wisconsin Paid Family Leave Program. Hey
Sen. Hesselbein, Rep. Bare: To hold listening sessions
Madison, WI – Today, State Senator Dianne Hesselbein (D-Middleton) and State Representative Mike Bare (D-Verona) announced that they will be hosting three listening sessions. These listening sessions will be an opportunity for constituents to share their thoughts about the 2023-2025
Dept. of Military Affairs: Federal grant opportunity now available for Wisconsin nonprofit organizations facing security risks
MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin Emergency Management (WEM) is announcing the grant application period is now open for nonprofit organizations that may be at risk of a terrorist attack due to their ideology, beliefs, or mission. The Nonprofit Security Grant Program
Gov. Evers: Urges FDA to reconsider anti-dairy guidance, expresses support for DAIRY PRIDE Act
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers joined U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin (D-Wisconsin) in defense of Wisconsin dairy farmers and sent a letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) urging the department to reconsider its position on Docket No. FDA-2023-D-0451 for Labeling of Plant-based
Milwaukee Press Club: Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate Daniel Kelly to speak at Newsmaker luncheon
MILWAUKEE – Former Justice Daniel Kelly, who is seeking election to the Wisconsin Supreme Court, will be the guest speaker at a Newsmaker luncheon set for Tuesday, March 14 hosted by the Milwaukee Press Club, WisPolitics.com and the Rotary Club of Milwaukee. Kelly’s opponent,
Protasiewicz campaign: New ads highlight Dan Kelly’s extreme record on democracy and reproductive healthcare
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Today, Judge Janet Protasiewicz’s campaign for Wisconsin Supreme Court released two additional TV ads, which are airing across the state. The ads highlight Dan Kelly’s extreme political positions, including his involvement in the fake elector scheme and opposition