Speaker Vos, Sen. LeMahieu: Wisconsin Elections Commission flip flops on Wolfe appointment
Madison- Until this week, Democrat-appointed commissioners to the Wisconsin Elections Commission have consistently asserted that they are barred from appointing a new elections administrator. Their latest court filing now argues that they have had the power to appoint an administrator
The Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party: Gallagher, Krishnamoorthi issue warning on surge of PRC automobile exports and the CCP’s strategy to dominate the global market
WASHINGTON, D.C.– As first reported by Reuters, following a first quarter in which China became the world’s largest auto exporter, Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) and Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL), Chairman and Ranking Member of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the
All Pays Count Coalition: More than 40 national & Wisconsin advocacy groups urge legislature to support the Pharmacy Benefit Manager Accountability bill to put patients first
MADISON, WI, November 8, 2023 – Today, more than 40 national and Wisconsin-based advocacy organizations that make up the Wisconsin All Copays Count Coalition called on members of the Wisconsin State Legislature to cosponsor the “Pharmacy Benefit Manager Accountability” bill.
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Colleagues push President Biden for more information around strategy to defeat Hamas, protect civilians in Gaza
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined the majority of the Senate Democratic Caucus in condemning the brutal terror attacks by Hamas, expressing support for immediate funding to replenish Israel’s defensive systems, and seeking more information from President
U.S. Rep. Grothman: Bill to lower costs for cancer patients
(Washington, D.C.) – Representatives Glenn Grothman (WI-06), Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR), Gus Bilirakis (R-FL), Joe Morelle (D-NY), Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), Brian Higgins (D-NY), and Doris Matsui (D-CA) have co-lead the introduction of the Cancer Drug Parity Act. This bill lowers costs for
Dept. of Natural Resources: Asks public to report black bear dens this winter
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages the public to report any black bear den locations across Wisconsin to help with an ongoing study on black bear reproduction in Wisconsin. The Black Bear Litter and Diet Survey, now entering its
Marquette Law School: Poll survey of Wisconsin finds Biden leads Trump by 2 points, trails DeSantis and Haley
MILWAUKEE – A new Marquette Law School Poll survey of Wisconsin registered voters finds Democratic President Joe Biden is the choice of 50% and former Republican President Donald Trump the choice of 48% of registered voters in a hypothetical head-to-head
Rep. Stubbs: Opposes Assembly Bill 554 relating to: Race-based higher education programs and requirements
MADISON, WI – After giving a speech on the Assembly floor speaking out against AB 554, a bill that would eliminate race-based statutory grant and loan programs, Representative Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) released the following statement: “Four years ago, Former State Representative Jason
NRSC: New Ads: Senate Dems bankrolled Hamas terrorists
The NRSC is out with new ads slamming Jon Tester, Sherrod Brown, Bob Casey, and Tammy Baldwin for their votes to send millions in taxpayer dollars to Iran. Senate Democrats approved Obama’s disastrous Iran deal that sent hundreds of millions of dollars
Dept. of Transportation: New 511 Wisconsin logo brings modern look to real-time travel information
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) today unveiled a new 511 Wisconsin logo for its free, easy-to-use traveler information service. Entering its 15th winter season, the 511 Wisconsin platform reflects a handful of service enhancements all designed to help keep drivers
Sen. Carpenter: Republican Audit Chairs strike out on taxpayer accountability
(MADISON)—Today, Senator Tim Carpenter (D-Milwaukee) issued the following statement regarding his actions in a meeting of the Joint Legislative Audit Committee today to pursue and audit by the nonpartisan Legislative Audit Bureau (LAB) of the Southeast Wisconsin Professional Baseball Park
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Questions Biden Administration officials on efforts to stop fentanyl at the border and address the child care crisis
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, questioned Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra on the Biden Administration’s requests for additional
Sen. Bradley: Statement on Brewers ballpark
FRANKLIN, WI — As a member of the Senate Committee on Government Operations, Senator Julian Bradley voted no on the passage of AB 438 and AB 439 this morning. Senator Julian Bradley released the following statement: “While the amendment makes some improvements to the
Sen. Nass: Brewers’ Stadium deal – Senate committee action
Senator Steve Nass (R-Whitewater) issued the following statement regarding the Senate committee action on the Brewers’ Stadium Bills (AB 438 and AB 439): “The Brewers’ Stadium action today in a Senate committee provides the clearest proof yet that the uniparty
Sens. Roys, Rep. Emerson: Introduce Building Families Act
MADISON — Today, Sen. Kelda Roys (D-Madison) and Rep. Jodi Emerson (D-Eau Claire) introduced the Wisconsin Building Families Act to ensure infertility treatments are covered by insurance. This bill would provide patients facing a diagnosis of infertility with the freedom
WisDems: As national Republicans line up behind California bank owner Eric Hovde, a reminder that Hovde and GOP field would support a national abortion ban
MADISON, Wis. — This morning, NRSC Chairman Steve Daines told National Journal that national Republicans are lining up behind California bank owner Eric Hovde (R–Laguna Beach), as they continue to stare down “another GOP civil war” and feud with the leading prospective candidate, former Milwaukee County Sheriff David
Dept. of Natural Resources: Seeking public comment for environmental review of Village of Rothschild Safe Drinking Water Loan Program project
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the village of Rothschild is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to inprove its public drinking water system. The project includes the construction
Rep. Callahan: Supports legislative changes to UW-System policies
[Madison, WI] – During yesterday’s State Assembly floor session, State Representative Calvin Callahan (R-Tomahawk) voted in favor of several important policies affecting the University of Wisconsin (UW) System. If enacted, these proposals would establish a right to free speech on UW
IRG: Action: Common sense mental health reform is good news for Wisconsinites
DELAFIELD, WI– The Assembly Committee on Health, Aging and Long-Term Care is scheduled to hear testimony this morning on Assembly Bill (AB) 541, legislation authored by IRG Action Fund and brought forth by Representative Nate Gustafson (R-Fox Crossing) and Senator Rachael
Baldwin Campaign: United Steelworkers District 7 endorses Tammy Baldwin for U.S. Senate
MADISON, Wis. — Today, United Steelworkers District 7 announced their endorsement of Tammy Baldwin’s U.S. Senate reelection campaign. “The United Steelworkers District 7 is proud to endorse Tammy Baldwin for the U.S. Senate in 2024,” said USW 7 District Director