Gov. Evers: Approves more than $319,000 in county forest road aid
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), today announced that more than $319,000 in state funds will go towards improving more than 900 miles of county forest roads in 24 Wisconsin counties. “Wisconsin’s county forests
U.S. Sens. Baldwin, Johnson: Introduce CURD Act to support Wisconsin dairy industry and provide clarity for consumers
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined Senators Ron Johnson (R-WI) and Ron Wyden (D-OR) in introducing the Codifying Useful Regulatory Definitions (CURD) Act, bipartisan legislation to help better inform consumers’ cheese purchasing decisions and provide clarity for
Dept. of Workforce Development: Winning with Wisconsin’s workforce
LA CROSSE – Employers, educators, community leaders, nonprofit service providers, and more are encouraged to attend an event on workforce priorities and removing barriers. The event will feature Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez, Wisconsin Technical College System President Morna K. Foy;
U.S. Sen. Johnson: Reintroduces the CURD Act, providing clarity for consumers
WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) today reintroduced the bipartisan CURD (Codifying Useful Regulatory Definitions) Act to help better inform consumers’ cheese purchasing decisions. The CURD Act would codify a formal definition of “natural cheese,” a term commonly used on
U.S. Rep. Grothman: Introduces the Senior Independence Act
(Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Glenn Grothman (WI-06) introduced the Senior Independence Act, a bill that will remove government red tape that is acting as a disincentive for seniors to work. This bill has been endorsed by the Association of Mature
Protasiewicz campaign: Raises more than $14 million, continues smashing fundraising records
CONTACT: press@janetforjustice.com MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Judge Janet Protasiewicz’s campaign for Wisconsin Supreme Court continues to break national fundraising records, reporting more than $14 million raised throughout her campaign. The campaign’s pre-election report, which will be filed later today, will show more than $12.3
U.S. Sens. Johnson, Baldwin: Reintroduce the CURD Act, providing clarity for consumers
WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) today reintroduced the bipartisan CURD (Codifying Useful Regulatory Definitions) Act to help better inform consumers’ cheese purchasing decisions. The CURD Act would codify a formal definition of “natural cheese,” a term commonly used on food packaging that currently has no official
U.S. Sen. Johnson: Joins colleagues in introducing CRA to overturn Biden’s reckless student loan schemes
WASHINGTON — Today, U.S Senator Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-La.), Ranking Member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, John Cornyn (R-Texas), Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), and 34 of their Republican colleagues in introducing a
Wisconsin Alliance for Retired Veterans: Wisconsin Senior Organization endorses Judge Janet Protasiewicz for Wisconsin Supreme Court
MILWAUKEE – Members of the Wisconsin Alliance for Retired Americans have announced the endorsement of Judge Janet Protasiewicz for Wisconsin Supreme Court. The Alliance has more than 107,000 members in the state. “The Wisconsin Alliance for Retired Americans is proud to endorse Judge
AARP Wisconsin: Appoints Whitefish Bay woman as its next state president
Contact: Jim Flaherty, Communications DirectorOffice 608/ 286-6308 – Cell 608/ 698-0928, jflaherty@aarp.org MADISON, WI – AARP Wisconsin today announces the appointment of LeslieSpencer-Herrera of Whitefish Bay to the two-year position of State President –the highest state-level volunteer position within the nonprofit,
Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors: Independent evaluation shows success of eviction free MKE
MILWAUKEE – A recently released independent report on Milwaukee County’s groundbreaking Right to Counsel program—Eviction Free MKE—found that it successfully prevented evictions and involuntary moves, and secured rent assistance for residents. “I’m grateful both to the many stakeholders who advocated for the Right to Counsel when it
Democratic Lieutenant Governors Association: Form abortion rights alliance
WASHINGTON, D.C. — As Republicans escalate their attacks on reproductive rights both in the legislature and in the courts, today, nearly two dozen Democratic Lieutenant Governors are announcing a Reproductive Freedom Coalition to protect reproductive rights. Spearheaded by Connecticut Lt. Gov.
American Bridge 21st Century: Far-right Dan Kelly unfit for WI Supreme Court
Recent coverage of conservative Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate Dan Kelly highlights some of his most extreme views, including a history of opposing LGBTQ+ rights and long-standing ties to anti-LGBTQ+ organizations. Reports have also shown his hypocrisy on the First Amendment — he’s all in favor
Protasiewicz campaign: Three seniors organizations endorse Judge Janet Protasiewicz for Wisconsin Supreme Court
MILWAUKEE, Wis. –Judge Janet Protasiewicz’s campaign for Wisconsin Supreme Court announced today that she has earned the endorsements of the National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare PAC (NCPSSM-PAC), the Wisconsin Alliance for Retired Americans, and Social Security Works. “On
Rep. Haywood: Applauds the Wisconsin Center for Gala Giveaway
Madison, Wis. – The Wisconsin Center recently announced the launch of their first annual Gala Giveaway. This giveaway will gift an area non-profit/charitable organization a complimentary gala in the Wisconsin Center’s new expanded convention center’s rooftop ballroom set to open in
Gov. Evers, WisDOT: Announce grant to help build Polk County Industrial Park
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), today announced a $232,360 Transportation Economic Assistance (TEA) grant to the village of Milltown, which will help RockShield Rubber Company expand into a new industrial park in Polk
Protasiewicz campaign: Judge Ellen Brostrom, daughter of Justice Patience Roggensack, declares Judge Janet the right choice for her mother’s seat
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – In case you missed it, Judge Ellen Brostrom endorsed Judge Janet Protasiewicz in an op-ed for USA Today Network – Wisconsin. Judge Ellen Brostrom is the daughter of retiring Supreme Court justice, Pat Roggensack – a conservative justice
Lt. Gov. Rodriguez: Joins coalition of 22 states & territories to protect reproductive freedom
WAUKESHA—Today, a caucus of 22 lieutenant governors representing more than 165 million people, announced the formation of a Reproductive Freedom Coalition. The multi-state coalition will work together to protect and expand reproductive freedom and access to health care in the
Dept. of Transportation: DMV explains steps to obtain an ID to use at the polls
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) explains the steps needed to obtain an ID to show at the polls if the voter does not already have some form of ID, such as a Wisconsin driver license
Wisconsin Women’s Council: Celebrates 40th anniversary
MADISON, WI – In recognition of the 40th Anniversary of the Wisconsin Women’s Council and Women’s History Month, a celebratory reception was held on Thursday, March 23rd at the Wisconsin Executive Residence. Governor Tony Evers, First Lady Kathy Evers, and Lt. Governor