Audio file of radio address. MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today delivered the Democratic Radio Address on Emergency Order #1 requiring face coverings statewide to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Hi, folks. Governor Tony Evers here. As we battle the new surge of COVID-19 across our state, today I announced a new face

Milwaukee, WI – “The people spoke, our Governor listened. Today, Governor Evers took bold action to slow the spread of COVID-19 in Wisconsin by issuing a statewide face covering order. This practical, science-based approach will save lives, prevent undue stress on our healthcare system, and boost our economy. The vast majority

Madison…Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) released the following statement. Speaker Vos has previously stated his support for local efforts to control the spread of the coronavirus and does not favor a statewide mask mandate. “I understand the necessity of doing all that we can to control the spread of COVID-19. We

(Sun Prairie) – Today, Governor Evers announced a statewide mask mandate aimed at slowing the spread of COVID-19 following a recent rise in cases and hospitalizations in Wisconsin. Representative Hebl (D-Sun Prairie) released the following statement in response: “This is the right call by Governor Evers,” Hebl said. “COVID-19 has impacted

(Madison)–Today, Governor Evers announced a statewide mask mandate aimed at slowing the spread of COVID-19 following a recent rise in cases and hospitalizations statewide. State Senator Dave Hansen (D-Green Bay) released the following statement: “It is refreshing to see an elected official put the health and safety of the people

Senator Steve Nass (R-Whitewater) issued the following statement in response to Governor Tony Evers new emergency declaration (Executive Order 82) that allows for the Governor and DHS Secretary-Designee Andrea Palm to issue dictatorial public health edicts.  The first order issued is a statewide face mask mandate.  “I am calling on

Today Governor Evers announced a new executive order mandating face coverings indoors or in enclosed spaces, other than when at home. We know that face coverings are an effective tool in fighting COVID-19, and we encourage you to do your part in protecting the health and safety of your fellow

Mukwonago, WI—In light of Governor Evers recent statewide mask mandate Rep. Cody Horlacher (R-Mukwonago) issued the following statement: “I would like to share my extreme opposition to this mandate from Gov. Evers. Although, I am not surprised by his actions as they are consistent with his pattern of saying one

“You can’t legislate common sense. For that reason, I continue to strongly oppose the one-size-fits all approach of Governor Evers’ response to coronavirus in this state, including the statewide mask mandate. It’s transparent and blatantly political that his order doesn’t take effect until his handpicked Supreme Court justice take office.

Madison- Rep. Gruszynski (D-Green Bay) released the following statement today responding to Governor Evers declaring a Public Health Emergency and Face-covering Emergency Order: “As we move through the COVID-19 pandemic we must listen to science and the public health experts who best understand this pandemic. I applaud Governor Evers for

MADISON – Today, Governor Tony Evers released Executive Order #82, Declaring a Public Health Emergency due to the dramatic spike in COVID-19 cases in Wisconsin, and Emergency Order #1, creating a statewide mandatory mask order for indoor spaces open to the public. Rep. Greta Neubauer (D-Racine) released the following statement in

(Kimberly, WI) – July 30, 2020 – Following today’s announcement of a statewide mask order, the Wisconsin Association of Local Health Departments and Boards (WALHDAB) and Wisconsin Public Health Association (WPHA) issued the following statement: “WALHDAB and WPHA support Governor Evers’ order for a statewide face covering or masking requirement.

MADISON – Today, Governor Evers announced a statewide mask mandate aimed at slowing the spread of COVID-19 following a recent rise in cases and hospitalizations statewide. Assembly Democratic Leader Gordon Hintz (D-Oshkosh) released the following statement: “I appreciate Governor Evers taking proactive action to help keep people safe and keep

MADISON —​ Gov. Tony Evers today declared a Public Health Emergency and issued an Emergency Order requiring individuals to wear face coverings when indoors and not in a private residence, with some exceptions as clarified and defined in the order. The order is effective at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, August 1, 2020,

MADISON – Today, Governor Tony Evers announced a statewide face covering requirement in response to the calls from the people of Wisconsin asking for such a mandate. “Thanks to Governor Evers for demonstrating the kind of leadership that will see us through this pandemic. We’ve been listening to the scientific