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WASHINGTON – On Thursday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined U.S. Sen. Mike Braun (R-Ind.) and 10 of their Republican colleagues in reintroducing the Thin Blue Line Act, which enhances penalties for criminals who target law enforcement. The bill makes the targeting, killing,

Racine, WI — Building Unity is on an over 1000-mile journey to raise awareness, excitement, and participation in the Feb. 21 and April 4 Wisconsin State Supreme Court elections. It is traveling to eight different regions of Wisconsin, and with

The Wisconsin Chapter of the American College of Emergency Physicians commends Governor Evers for an executive budget proposal that prioritizes patient safety, care, and numerous health care needs for Wisconsin residents and providers. The Governor’s proposed budget provides a significant

MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) Secretary Randy Romanski participated in the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) 2023 Winter Policy Conference in Washington D.C. this week. While there, he proposed two action items

MADISON – Yesterday, Senator Agard attended the Communities in Action: Building a Better Wisconsin at the White House. The event highlighted the Biden-Harris Administration’s investments and impacts in Wisconsin and also featured local leaders and elected officials who are working on

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is asking for public comments on a proposed Green Tier contract with Northern Engraving Corporation (NEC) for their locations in Sparta, Holmen and West Salem, Wisconsin. NEC has participated in the Environmental Cooperation Pilot Program

Governor Evers this week proposed $2.6 Billion for public schools that are the foundations of our communities. Unfortunately, many of my legislative Republican colleagues were quick to call that number “too large.” As the Governor noted, and independent revenue estimates

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced that her bipartisan Commitment to Veteran Support and Outreach Act passed the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee. The legislation would expand and support County Veterans Service Officers (CVSO), the community-based employees who work directly with veterans

MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Judge Janet Protasiewicz today announced the endorsement of former U.S. Senator Herb Kohl in her campaign for Wisconsin Supreme Court. “We deserve a Wisconsin Supreme Court that fairly and impartially upholds the laws of our state, and

Madison—Rep. Scott Johnson of Assembly District 33 gave the following statement regarding last night’s budget address from Governor Tony Evers. “After a hard fought campaign in 2022, I like many of my colleagues, were prepared to work in a bipartisan

(MADISON) — The federally-funded Wisconsin Living Well project at the Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities (BPDD) applauds Governor Evers for including multiple provisions in his budget that will increase protections against abuse and neglect for people with disabilities

WASHINGTON – On Wednesday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) introduced the No WHO Pandemic Preparedness Treaty Without Senate Approval Act. This legislation would require any convention or agreement resulting from the work of the World Health Organization’s (WHO) intergovernmental negotiating body be

Madison – Representative Bob Donovan (R-Greenfield) gave a statement following Governor Evers Budget Address in the Assembly Chambers. Rep. Donovan said: “Today the Governor outlined his priorities for the state’s budget and I believe we can agree on many of the

(MADISON) — The federally-funded Wisconsin Living Well project at the Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities (BPDD) applauds Governor Evers for including multiple provisions in his budget that will increase protections against abuse and neglect for people with disabilities

Madison – LeadingAge Wisconsin thanks Governor Evers for including increases in funding and support for long-term care in his 2023-2025 state budget proposal. “The proposed budget includes several key initiatives to support the state’s long-term care and services system.  By moving

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today delivered the Democratic Radio Address highlighting his priorities he shared last night in his 2023-25 Biennial Budget Message.  Hey there, Governor Tony Evers here.  Yesterday, I was proud to deliver my third Biennial Budget Message

Madison, WI – Governor Evers’ 2023-2025 State Budget introduced on February 15th makes important investments that will help all Wisconsin citizens enjoy cleaner water, fresher air, and more recreational opportunities.    “This budget includes proposals responding to long-standing needs that are broadly

MADISON — The School Administrators Alliance has issued the following statement in response to the Governor’s 2023-25 budget proposal:  We applaud the governor’s continued commitment to our students and school communities. The proposal forwarded by Governor Evers would benefit all

Survival Coalition applauds the Governor for a strong budget for Wisconsin that recognizes the critical need to bolster caregivers who help people with disabilities and older adults living in the community, strong support for special education, investments in mental health,