Rep. Penterman: Legislation defending Wisconsin farmland from foreign adversaries passes state Assembly
MADISON, WI – Today, the State Assembly passed legislation authored by Representative William Penterman (R-Hustisford) to protect Wisconsin farmland and forestry land from being acquired by a foreign adversary. Assembly Bill 30 prohibits anyone from a nation hostile to the United States from
Rep. Tittl: Lemon law for implements of husbandry passes Assembly
Madison, WI- Representative Paul Tittl (R-Manitowoc) is pleased to advance a bill which creates a lemon law for implements of husbandry. “Wisconsin farmers who purchase new implements of husbandry (IOH) should have a lemon law to protect their investment,” said
Rep. Udell: Statement on data center regulation
MADISON, Wis. — On January 20th, the Wisconsin State Assembly voted on a controversial data center bill that was introduced eleven days prior. Representative Randy Udell (D-47th District) released the following statement: “AI data center regulations are one of the most
Rep. Roe, Wisconsin Legislative Democrats: Introduce a child care bill package to lower costs
Madison, Wis – Today, Rep. Roe joined Wisconsin Legislative Democrats in introducing policies addressing issues directly impacting families, children, employers, child care providers, and communities by making childcare more affordable and accessible. The six-bill child care package tackles the multifaceted challenges
Rep. Kurtz: Statement on Stewardship proposal passing Assembly
MADISON –Rep. Tony Kurtz (R-Wonewoc) issued the following statement after the Wisconsin State Assembly passed two bills extending the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program: “The passage of Assembly Bills 315 and 612 today, are another step forward in ensuring the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship
U.S. Rep. Van Orden: Statement on establishment of Rural Domestic Energy Council
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Van Orden (WI-03) released the following statement regarding the establishment of the Rural Domestic Energy Council: “By establishing the Rural Domestic Energy Council, Congress is finally taking action to address year-round E15 in a meaningful way. This is
Rep. Sortwell: Nuclear energy expansion legislation passes Assembly
Madison – Representative Shae Sortwell (R-Gibson) released the following statement today relating to the passage of Assembly Bill 472 on the Assembly floor: “With a wide bipartisan vote of 86-11 on AB 472 in the State Assembly, Wisconsin continues to
U.S. Rep. Fitzgerald: Grills former Special Counsel Jack Smith on Biden meddling in Trump investigations
WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) questioned former Special Counsel Jack Smith during a House Judiciary Committee hearing entitled “Oversight of the Office of Special Counsel Jack Smith.” The hearing focused on Smith’s investigations and prosecutions of President Donald
Sapik campaign: Backed by conservative legislators in SD25
TRUMP ELECTOR ROLLS OUT LATEST LIST OF ENDORSEMENTS [Lake Nebagamon, WI…] Douglas County Board Supervisor and former State Representative Angie Sapik released an initial list of current and former Republican state legislators endorsing her bid for Wisconsin’s 25th State Senate
End Citizens United: Rep. Van Orden fails to stand up against corruption and special interests, receives “F” on legislative scorecard for 119th Congress
End Citizens United Action Fund, a leading anti-corruption reform group, announced that Rep. Derrick Van Orden earned an F on its scorecard for the 119th Congress. The scorecard grades members of Congress based on their votes and co-sponsorship of key
Sen. Jacque: Clean water bill aimed at supporting Wisconsin farmers sent to governor
‘Win-Win’ measure reduces agricultural pollution while providing income for farmers MADISON… Several Legislative initiatives authored by Senator André Jacque (New Franken) to support farmers and protect the Wisconsin agricultural industry passed the Assembly today. Among those is bi-partisan Senate Bill 78,
Dairy Business Association: Dairy farmers ready for coming change, innovation leader says at Dairy Strong
GREEN BAY, Wis. — Dairy farmers need to lead with purpose and shape their future and not just react to what happens, said Brett Sciotto of Idealyst Innovation during Dairy Strong, an annual conference focused on the most pressing issues
Sen. Roys: On 53rd anniversary of Roe v. Wade, Roys continues fight for reproductive freedom
We are here today to remember an important milestone for women’s rights and equality – Roe v. Wade. 53 years ago today, this 7-2 Supreme Court decision ruled that the rights guaranteed by the US Constitution include the right of women
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee: On Roe v. Wade anniversary, reminder that Bryan Steil will stop at nothing to rip away women’s health care
Steil Will Fall in Line with D.C. Party Bosses to Pass National Abortion Ban Today marks the 53rd anniversary of the Roe v. Wade decision – a decision that Bryan Steil has spent years working to overturn, to rip away women’s freedoms
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee: On Roe v. Wade anniversary, reminder that Derrick Van Orden will stop at nothing to rip away women’s health care
Van Orden Will Fall in Line with D.C. Party Bosses to Pass National Abortion Ban Today marks the 53rd anniversary of the Roe v. Wade decision – a decision that Derrick Van Orden has spent years working to overturn, to rip away
Western Wisconsin AFL-CIO: Endorses 1/23 Day of Truth & Freedom
La Crosse, WI — At the monthly meeting of the Western Wisconsin AFL-CIO (WWAFLCIO) held on Wednesday evening January 21st, the delegates unanimously voted to join the Minnesota AFL-CIO and all five Minnesota regional labor councils plus numerous other unions
Dept. of Revenue: Individual income tax season begins January 26
MADISON, WI – The Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR) today announced the start of the 2026 individual income tax filing season, beginning on Monday, January 26, 2026. The IRS and DOR will begin accepting and processing 2025 individual income tax
Institute for Reforming Government: Issues demand letter to DPI over year-long delay on Dairyland Sentinel’s public records request
Delafield, Wis. – The Institute for Reforming Government (IRG) sent a formal demand letter to the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) on Thursday seeking the immediate release of public records that have been withheld for one year. The original
Rep. Joers: Leads child care plan to cut costs for Wisconsin families
MADISON — Today, Legislative Democrats introduced a six-bill plan to cut child care costs as working families continue to grapple with rising bills. With child care prices forcing parents to choose between their jobs and their kids, this plan takes
Our Sun Our Power: Farmers, WI businesses, energy experts, face off against monopoly utilities at Ag Cmte hearing on community solar legislation
Madison, WI — The Assembly Committee on Agriculture held a hearing Wednesday on Assembly Bill 493, legislation that would authorize community solar programs and expand access to affordable, locally generated energy in Wisconsin. The bill’s sponsor in the Assembly, State Representative