Rep. Armstrong: Assembly passes Armstrong UI bill, other workforce reforms
MADISON, WI – The Assembly has passed a legislative package intended to address Wisconsin’s labor shortage. This package includes Assembly Bill 147, which State Rep. Dave Armstrong (R-Rice Lake) introduced to combat fraud in the unemployment insurance (UI) program. “The primary
U.S. Rep. Moore: To receive award for support of AmeriCorps and AmeriCorps Seniors
Washington, D.C. – In recognition of her strong support for AmeriCorps, Voices for National Service announced today that Congresswoman Moore (D-WI) will receive the John Lewis Bridge to Service Award at the 20th Annual Friends of National Service Awards. Congresswoman Moore is only the second recipient of
Sen. Taylor: Statement on passing of Harry Belafonte
MADISON – Today, Senator Lena Taylor (D-Milwaukee) released the following statement regarding the passing of noted actor, singer and activist Harry Belafonte: “While more than 40 years my senior, Harry Belafonte always felt more like my contemporary. Leading the calls
Priorities USA: Announces targeted goal of $75 million in digital advertising and first ad campaign for the 2024 presidential election cycle
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Priorities USA announced a targeted goal of $75 million towards digital mobilization and persuasion programming in six battleground states. With this investment, Priorities will support President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris on their path to reelection
Rep. Tranel: Congratulates Dr. Evetovich
MADISON, WI – Today, State Representative Travis Tranel (R-Cuba City) released a statement congratulating Dr. Tammy Evetovich as the new University of Wisconsin-Platteville Chancellor. “I was happy to learn that Dr. Evetovich, is now officially the Chancellor at UW-Platteville. I
Rep. Donovan: Votes to strengthen Wisconsin’s workforce
Madison – Today, Representative Bob Donovan (R-Greenfield) gave a statement following the floor session in the Capitol. The Assembly passed a series of bills to increase Wisconsin’s workforce participation and bolster our local economies. “Our state continues to struggle with lagging job
Rep. Steffen: Wisconsinites want welfare reform–assembly Republicans agree
Madison, WI – Today, the Wisconsin State Assembly passed a series of bills aimed at reforming Wisconsin’s public benefit programs. This package of legislation comes on the heels of the statewide ballot proposal, which revealed that 80% of voters believe
Rep. Plumer: Assembly passes legislation authored by Rep. Plumer to combat job interview ghosting
MADISON, WI – Rep. Plumer released the following statement after today’s Assembly floor session to address the workforce shortage in Wisconsin: “On April 4th, the residents of Wisconsin voted overwhelmingly in support of work-search requirements for able-bodied childless adults to
Rep. Vining: On today’s assembly session: “It’s time for Wisconsin Republicans to show up on this floor ready to expand affordable childcare and in that–expand the workforce.”
MADISON–The Wisconsin State Assembly was in session today to vote on a package of bills to limit aid to Wisconsinites who utilize Unemployment Insurance and Badgercare Plus. In response, Rep. Robyn Vining (D-Wauwatosa) issued the following statement: “Wisconsin is facing
Rep. Emerson: Statement on assembly floor session
MADISON – Today, the State Assembly convened to take up a package of Republican-authored bills that would impose new requirements making it harder for Wisconsinites to access BadgerCare, revoke essential benefits from those who lose their jobs, and cut taxes for
Rep. Madison: Republicans demonize hardworking Wisconsinites while refusing to address barriers to workforce participation
MADISON – Today, Assembly Republicans passed a package of bills (AB 146, 147, 148, 149, 150, 151, 152) that attack Wisconsin workers while failing to invest in living wage jobs, healthcare benefits, and other barriers to workforce participation such as
Rep. Conley: Legislature should invest in comprehensive workforce solutions
MADISON – The Wisconsin State Assembly met in regular session to take up legislation related to unemployment insurance and healthcare benefits. Rep. Conley issued the following statement in response: “Wisconsin’s unemployment rate continues to be lower than the national average,
Rep. Shankland: Responds to assembly floor session on unemployment insurance changes
MADISON— Following today’s session of the Wisconsin State Assembly, Rep. Katrina Shankland (D-Stevens Point) released the following statement regarding the Assembly’s passage of Assembly Bills 147, 149, 150, 151, and 152, legislation changing Wisconsin’s unemployment insurance program: “We can all
Rep. Binsfeld: Republicans reintroduce workforce legislation
Madison- State Representative Amy Binsfeld (R-Sheboygan) voted to help people move from government dependence to independence. The Assembly approved a package of bills designed to give people the training and opportunity to gain employment and self-sufficiency. “I am pleased to
Rep. Considine: On April 25 assembly floor session
Madison – Today, the Assembly voted on legislation. Many of the bills that came before the Assembly would make it harder for those in need to receive assistance from the state and from local governments. Representative Dave Considine (D-Baraboo) issued the following statement
U.S. Sen. Johnson, Rep. Fitzgerald: Reintroduce the Pretrial Release Reporting Act
WASHINGTON — Today, U.S. Senator Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) and Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) reintroduced the Pretrial Release Reporting Act to require the Department of Justice (DOJ) to issue a report to Congress within 180 days detailing information on individuals released on
Rep. Haywood: GOP mounts misguided attacks on Wisconsinites facing employment challenges
Madison, Wis. – Earlier today, the GOP-led Wisconsin State Assembly passed a series of bills that make it more difficult for Wisconsinites to access assistance programs while unemployed. The bills did not address real workforce challenges like a lack of
Rep. Ohnstad: Responds to the “Get Rich Scheme” in Wisconsin
MADISON, WI – Today the Wisconsin State Assembly was in session to debate a number of proposals regarding the state’s unemployment system. A story about the “Get Rich Scheme” in Wisconsin: Your neighbor has been waking up at dawn for
Rep. Rodriguez: Republicans Work to Get Wisconsinites Back to Work
MADISON – Today Assembly Republicans passed a package of bills aimed at getting Wisconsinites back to work. The package of bills encourages personal responsibility, prevents fraud and abuse, and ultimately gets people back into the workforce. Rep. Jessie Rodriguez (R-Oak Creek)
Rep. Joers: Invest in real solutions to bolster our workforce
MADISON – Today, the Assembly voted on a variety of unemployment related pieces of legislation. All seven bills passed along party lines. Representative Alex Joers (D-Middleton) voted against these pieces of legislation, with particular opposition to Assembly Bill 149, relating