Alfonso campaign: ICYMI: Turning Point Action endorses Michael Alfonso for Wisconsin’s Seventh Congressional District
Turning Point Action announced on Friday their endorsement of Michael Alfonso, Republican candidate for Wisconsin’s 7th Congressional District, stating “Michael has proven himself as an unapologetic conservative and will represent Wisconsin well in Congress.” “I am profoundly grateful to receive
Our Sun Our Power: Broad coalition of businesses, farmers, workers, and environmental groups press senate to approve community solar legislation
Madison, WI — In a hearing that lasted more than 3 1/2 hours, fourteen witnesses including Wisconsin farmers, contractors, solar developers, economists, and major employers testified today in strong support of Local Solar legislation (SB-559 and AB 493), highlighting how the legislation would
Rep. Haywood: Introduces paid family and medical leave legislation
MADISON, Wis. – Today, Representative Kalan Haywood (D-Milwaukee) joined Senator LaTonya Johnson (D-Milwaukee) and Representative Francesca Hong (D-Madison) in introducing a comprehensive paid family and medical leave program. On this introduction, Representative Haywood released the following statement: “Families in Wisconsin deserve
Rep. Green: Two Rep. Green bills signed into law
Madison, WI – Representative Chanz Green (R-Grand View) issued the following statement after two of his bills were signed into law by Governor Evers earlier today: “With the governor signing these bills into law, we’re expanding opportunity for students and strengthening
WisDems: Too little too late: Trump’s tariff bail out
MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, Donald Trump tried to cover-up the consequences of his tariff taxes and the impact they are having on farmers by announcing a $12 billion bailout. But the attempt is too little, too late as at least fourteen
Rep. Miresse: Democratic representatives reject Republican push to stop local governments from protecting their natural resources
Madison, Wis. — Today, The Republican controlled Senate Committee on Transportation and Local Government heard Senate Bill 420, a bill which would prohibit local governments from adopting rights of nature ordinances. Rep Miresse released the following: “As we heard from
Sen. Jacque: Common sense fix to Wisconsin family law signed by governor
MADISON, WI…Common-sense legislation authored by Senator André Jacque (New Franken) to reduce unnecessary confusion and costs within the state’s family court system was signed into law by Governor Tony Evers today as Act 81. “Introduced at the request of family law
Gov. Evers, Dept. of Transportation: Unveil new blackout and retro license plate designs for Wisconsin drivers
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), today unveiled the designs of Wisconsin’s newest state license plates, a Blackout design and a Retro butter yellow design, depicted below. The bipartisan 2025-27 Biennial Budget signed by
Marquette University: Jesuit higher education leader Dr. Debbie Tahmassebi named next Marquette University provost
MILWAUKEE — Dr. Debbie Tahmassebi (“tah-MAHS-a-bee”), provost at Westminster University, has been named the next provost at Marquette University, President Kimo Ah Yun announced today. The long-time Jesuit higher education leader, who was identified through a rigorous national search, will
Sen. Cabral-Guevara: Governor acts on five Cabral-Guevara bills
Madison, Wis. — Today, Governor Evers signed three bills into law authored by State Senator Rachael Cabral-Guevara (R-Fox Crossing). On Friday, the governor vetoed two additional bills approved by the legislature and authored by Sen. Cabral-Guevara. Senate Bill 10 would have
Rep. Rodriguez, Sen. Cabral-Guevara: Excited to see the Respiratory Care Interstate Compact signed into law in Wisconsin
MADISON – Representative Jessie Rodriguez (R-Oak Creek) and Senator Rachael Cabral-Guevara (R-Appleton) authored Senate Bill 190, ratifying the Respiratory Care Interstate Compact in Wisconsin. This bill was signed into law as 2025 Wisconsin Act 76 today. Act 76 ratifies the Respiratory Care Interstate Compact in
Berge campaign: Congressional candidate Emily Berge jumps behind the bar, announcing guest bartending evening at 3rd & Vine
Eau Claire, WI — On Wednesday evening, December 10th, from 5:30 to 7:30pm, Congressional Candidate and current City Council President Emily Berge will be serving the community from behind the bar at 3rd & Vine in Eau Claire. Emily has
Rep. Jacobson: Bill to limit local government emergency powers is signed into law
MADISON, WI – Today, Senate Bill 310 was signed into law as 2025 Wisconsin Act 61. This legislation would put a 60-day limit on emergency proclamations by local government executives, and clearly defines who the chief local executive is at the
Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority: Invests $4.7 million to strengthen housing counseling and grow pathways to sustainable homeownership
MADISON , Wis. – The Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) announced that 14 HUD-certified housing counseling agencies will receive $4.7 million in grant funding to expand financial education, pre-purchase homeowner education, and foreclosure prevention counseling services for thousands of
Sen. Testin: Seed potato bill signed into law
MADISON, Wis. – Sen. Patrick Testin (R-Stevens Point) released the following statement after his bipartisan seed potato bill – now known as Wisconsin Act 66 – was signed into law: “For many years, Wisconsin has been a national leader in growing
Dept. of Transportation: Applauds expansion of Move Over law to further protect motorists
Drivers in Wisconsin are now required to move over or slow down when approaching disabled vehicles on the side of the road. Gov. Evers signed Assembly Bill 409, now 2025 Wisconsin Act 54, into law today, giving drivers added protection when
Sen. Wanggaard: Bill combating human trafficking becomes law
MADISON – Three bills addressing public safety and authored by Senator Van Wanggaard were signed into law today. The laws strengthen Wisconsin’s human trafficking law, encourage data-sharing among law enforcement and extend the statute of limitations for hiding a corpse.
A Better Wisconsin Together: Maria Lazar suggests she’d tip the scales for right-wing, special interests on Wisconsin Supreme Court
MADISON, Wis. — Right-wing Court of Appeals judge and candidate for Wisconsin Supreme Court Maria Lazar has once again suggested that she’s not above using a seat on our state’s highest court to advance a right-wing political agenda. Lazar’s admission stems
Dairy Business Innovation Alliance: Awards $4.6M in grants to Midwest dairy processors
MADISON, WI – The Dairy Business Innovation Alliance (DBIA), a partnership between the Center for Dairy Research (CDR) and the Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA), has selected 42 small and medium-sized dairy businesses across the Midwest to receive approximately $4.6
Gov. Evers: Takes action on 34 bills
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today took action on 34 bills. The bills signed by the governor today include efforts to keep kids, families, and communities safe, including roadway safety and increasing penalties for human trafficking and trafficking of a