Rep. Hong: Reacts to Gov. Evers’ State of the State
MADISON – Today, Governor Tony Evers delivered his fifth State of the State address. The Governor outlined his plans to maintain our economy’s momentum, bolster our state workforce, and expand affordable childcare. Representative Hong (D-Madison) released the following statement: “I am
Gov. Evers: Announces workforce, economic development plans to maintain economy’s momentum
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers tonight, during his 2023 State of the State address, announced more than $190 million in investments that will be included in his 2023-35 executive budget proposal to bolster Wisconsin’s workforce, including the healthcare, education, and clean energy sectors, as well as his plan to
Wisconsin Conservation Voters: Applaud Gov. Evers major PFAS initiative announced in his State of the State address
MADISON – Tonight in his State of the State Address, Gov. Tony Evers announced a major PFAS package aimed at testing our drinking water, cleaning up the toxic compounds, and creating new rules for their use. He also celebrated one
Gov. Evers: Proposes more than $106 million plan to address PFAS contamination statewide
MADISON — During his 2023 State of the State address, Gov. Tony Evers announced his plan to address contamination caused by per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) statewide. As part of his proposal, the governor will be recommending more than $106 million in initiatives in his 2023-25 biennial budget proposal to
Gov. Evers: State of mental health “burgeoning crisis”
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers tonight, during his 2023 State of the State address, declared 2023 the Year of Mental Health, calling mental and behavioral health a “burgeoning crisis” affecting the state and Wisconsin’s kids, families, and workforce. Gov. Evers also announced his 2023-25 executive budget
Sen. Larson: In State of the State, Governor Evers reminds us that investing in our kids is the key to a brighter future
Madison, WI – “What’s best for our kids is what’s best for our state.” It’s been Governor Evers’ mantra since he first ran for Governor over 5 years ago. In tonight’s State of the State Address, Evers recommitted to that mantra,
Milwaukee County Supv. Coggs-Jones: Encourages public participation at upcoming Listen & Learn Session
MILWAUKEE – On Wednesday, January 25, 2023, from 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM County Supervisor Priscilla E. Coggs-Jones will host her 2nd Listen & Learn Session at the Northcott Neighborhood House. The meeting will feature brief remarks and conversation with Supervisor Coggs-Jones, and representatives from the Milwaukee County Department
U.S. Rep. Gallagher: Wisconsin Republicans get UW System to ban TikTok on UW System devices
WASHINGTON, D.C.– As first reported by WISN, Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) and the Wisconsin Republican delegation sent a letter to UW System President Jay Rothman urging him to ban TikTok from UW System devices and block it from UW System Wi-Fi and wired
U.S. Rep. Steil: Introduces Putting Investors First Act
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) today introduced the Putting Investors First Act, legislation to disrupt the woke attack on American capitalism. This legislation, first proposed by Rep. Steil at the end of the last session of Congress, reins in
Rep. Palmeri: Attends press conference commemorating the 50th anniversary of Roe vs. Wade
MADISON, Wis. – Today, Assembly Democrats gathered to affirm our commitment to repealing Wisconsin’s antiquated abortion ban. Rep. Palmeri released the following statement: “As we observe what would have been the 50th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, we are forced
Protasiewicz campaign: “Pro-Tuh-Say-Witz!” New Video Highlights Judge Janet Pronunciation
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – In case you missed it, Janet for Justice released a new video today answering once and for all how to pronounce “Protasiewicz,” a frequent question as Judge Janet has traveled across Wisconsin meeting voters and talking about
U.S. Rep. Gallagher: Expresses concerns over TikTok’s “heating” policy
WASHINGTON, D.C.– Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) and Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi today released the following statement in response to a Forbes report that TikTok and ByteDance employees can utilize a secret tool that can make any video go viral. “TikTok’s ‘heating’ policy is exactly the kind
Gov. Evers: Releases excerpts from 2023 State of the State address
Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov Address to preview governor’s plans to maintain economy’s momentum, bolster state workforce, expand affordable childcare MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, set to deliver his fifth State of the State address tonight, today released excerpts from his 2023 State of the State
U.S. Sen. Johnson: Joins Sen. Scott, colleagues in introducing National School Choice Week resolution
WASHINGTON – On Monday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined U.S. Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.) and 21 of their colleagues in introducing a resolution designating the week of January 22 through January 28, 2023 as National School Choice Week. “Parents should
U.S. Rep. Gallagher: Express Concerns over TikTok’s “heating” policy
WASHINGTON, D.C.– Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) and Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi today released the following statement in response to a Forbes report that TikTok and ByteDance employees can utilize a secret tool that can make any video go viral. “TikTok’s ‘heating’ policy is exactly
Dept. of Public Instruction: Summer Food Service Program seeking sponsors to provide healthy meals to children
The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction today announced it is seeking sponsors to provide meals to children living in economically disadvantaged areas in Wisconsin through its Summer Food Service Program. Through partnerships and creative collaboration, school districts work with area
Marquette University: Latinx studies professor named UMOS Hispanic Man of the Year
MILWAUKEE — Dr. Sergio Gonzalez, assistant professor of Latinx studies in Marquette University’s Klingler College of Arts and Sciences, was named the 2022 Hispanic Man of the Year by UMOS, a nonprofit advocacy organization that provides programs and services that improve
UW-Whitewater: Stoughton Trailers and Wahlin Foundation partner with UW-Whitewater to make education more affordable to 50 students
WHITEWATER, WI: Stoughton Trailers LLC, a leading Wisconsin-based semi-trailer manufacturer and sales organization, together with the Wahlin Foundation, a private foundation supporting Stoughton Trailers communities, has partnered with the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater College of Business and Economics to support business
Clean Wisconsin Action Fund: Endorses Judge Chris Taylor for Court of Appeals
Madison, Wis. — Today, the Clean Wisconsin Action Fund proudly announces its endorsement of Judge Chris Taylor in her election bid to serve as judge in the Court of Appeals, District IV. Throughout her tenures in both the State Assembly