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Contact: Nathan Conrad info@developourresources.org 608-441-1647 [Madison, Wis.] – Natural Resource Development Association Executive Director Nathan Conrad released the following statement in response to the announcement of a public hearing on SB 395 on September 7, 2017. “We applaud Senator Tiffany for
CONTACT: DWD Communications, 608-266-2722 On the Web: http://dwd.wisconsin.gov/dwd/news.htm On Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/WIWorkforce On Twitter: @WIWorkforce MADISON – Governor Scott Walker proclaimed September as Workforce Development Month, highlighting the state’s talent development efforts to provide Wisconsin employers with a sustainable pipeline of workers
Contact: Tom Evenson, (608) 266-2839 MADISON – In the wake of Hurricane Harvey, Governor Scott Walker announced that Wisconsin agencies are sending resources to Texas to lend a helping hand. Participating agencies include the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR), the
Contact: Nathan Conrad info@developourresources.org 608-441-1647 Statement on Public Hearing for Mining for America Act [Madison, Wis.] – Natural Resource Development Association Executive Director Nathan Conrad released the following statement in response to the announcement of a public hearing on SB
Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers TABLE OF CONTENTS Quotes of the week Political stock report Sources: Transpo package could keep 39/90 on track, while delaying 94 east-west, north leg of Zoo Mining bill could spur mineral exploration in Wis., draws ire
GOP legislative leaders were looking at a transportation package that would keep the I-39/90 expansion project moving forward, but not fund I-94 east-west or the north leg of the Zoo Interchange in this budget as they try to wrap up
A GOP bill looking to end the so-called moratorium on sulfide mining in the state is just the opportunity many mining interests have been waiting for. But various groups that support the bill say they haven’t heard of an operation
More than 18,000 FoodShare recipients in a state work training program found a job two years after the state’s new work requirement took effect, although about 70,000 people have lost their eligibility for food stamps after failing to meet that
Dem guv candidate Andy Gronik says he would vote no on the Foxconn deal if he was a state lawmaker.
The column below reflects the views of the author, and these opinions are neither endorsed nor supported by WisOpinion.com. About one month ago residents of Wisconsin received great news: a major manufacturer selected our state to build its newest cutting-edge
In light of Speaker Ryan’s professed concern about marginal tax rates, it is extremely disappointing that he has supported ACA repeal and replacement bills that would cause a huge increase in health insurance costs for low-income families who have wage increases that put them over the income limit for Medicaid
CONTACTS: Laura Dresser, Associate Director, 608.695.9065 (cell); Emily Miota, 608-263-7958 View full report at: http://www.cows.org/soww. Unemployment is Low, but Inequality & Racial Disparity Remain Daunting In time for Labor Day weekend, COWS has released The State of Working Wisconsin 2017: Facts & Figures, an overview
CONTACT: Tom Clay, Executive Director: tclay@doorcountylandtrust.org Cinnamon Rossman, Communications and Outreach Manager: crossman@doorcountylandtrust.org Sturgeon Bay, WI – “The Grand View Scenic Overlook and Park is a shining example of the passion of this community to protect its most precious resource—the land. ” This
Contact: Tony Palese, tony.palese@legis.wi.gov, 608-266-5490 LA CROSSE, WI – Senate Democratic Leader Jennifer Shilling (D-La Crosse) released the following statement in advance of Labor Day (Monday Sept. 4): “Labor Day in Wisconsin has become a somber reminder of the Republican policies that have
In the last three budgets the destruction of the historic tax credit has been defeated, but it appears we are at the cusp of a “victory” for Walker limiting the credit for communities all over Wisconsin in planning phases for redevelopment.
As of now, the hybrid-electric tax is just a bad idea floated by a governor and a Legislature that imagines the people driving those vehicles as voters who would not vote for them anyway.
The users of roads should pay for those roads, maintenance and new lanes, no matter what kind of vehicles they’re driving.
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Contact: Nathan Conrad info@developourresources.org 608-441-1647 [Madison, Wis.] – Natural Resource Development Association Executive Director Nathan Conrad released the following statement in response to the announcement of a public hearing on SB 395 on September 7, 2017. “We applaud Senator Tiffany for bringing the discussion of responsible resource development out of Madison
CONTACT: DWD Communications, 608-266-2722 On the Web: http://dwd.wisconsin.gov/dwd/news.htm On Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/WIWorkforce On Twitter: @WIWorkforce MADISON – Governor Scott Walker proclaimed September as Workforce Development Month, highlighting the state’s talent development efforts to provide Wisconsin employers with a sustainable pipeline of workers to help grow the economy. Throughout the month, the Department
Contact: Tom Evenson, (608) 266-2839 MADISON – In the wake of Hurricane Harvey, Governor Scott Walker announced that Wisconsin agencies are sending resources to Texas to lend a helping hand. Participating agencies include the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR), the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WDOT), the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture,
Contact: Nathan Conrad info@developourresources.org 608-441-1647 Statement on Public Hearing for Mining for America Act [Madison, Wis.] – Natural Resource Development Association Executive Director Nathan Conrad released the following statement in response to the announcement of a public hearing on SB 395 on September 7, 2017. “We applaud Senator Tiffany for
Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers TABLE OF CONTENTS Quotes of the week Political stock report Sources: Transpo package could keep 39/90 on track, while delaying 94 east-west, north leg of Zoo Mining bill could spur mineral exploration in Wis., draws ire of environmental groups 70,000 lost FoodShare benefits over work requirement,
GOP legislative leaders were looking at a transportation package that would keep the I-39/90 expansion project moving forward, but not fund I-94 east-west or the north leg of the Zoo Interchange in this budget as they try to wrap up a final plan, according to multiple sources. Some, though, warned
A GOP bill looking to end the so-called moratorium on sulfide mining in the state is just the opportunity many mining interests have been waiting for. But various groups that support the bill say they haven’t heard of an operation immediately waiting in the wings to exploit deposits in northern
More than 18,000 FoodShare recipients in a state work training program found a job two years after the state’s new work requirement took effect, although about 70,000 people have lost their eligibility for food stamps after failing to meet that requirement, a new report shows. The report from the Department
Dem guv candidate Andy Gronik says he would vote no on the Foxconn deal if he was a state lawmaker.
The column below reflects the views of the author, and these opinions are neither endorsed nor supported by WisOpinion.com. About one month ago residents of Wisconsin received great news: a major manufacturer selected our state to build its newest cutting-edge manufacturing campus. As you know, Foxconn is locating in southeastern
In light of Speaker Ryan’s professed concern about marginal tax rates, it is extremely disappointing that he has supported ACA repeal and replacement bills that would cause a huge increase in health insurance costs for low-income families who have wage increases that put them over the income limit for Medicaid
CONTACTS: Laura Dresser, Associate Director, 608.695.9065 (cell); Emily Miota, 608-263-7958 View full report at: http://www.cows.org/soww. Unemployment is Low, but Inequality & Racial Disparity Remain Daunting In time for Labor Day weekend, COWS has released The State of Working Wisconsin 2017: Facts & Figures, an overview of the critical issues facing working people in the state.
CONTACT: Tom Clay, Executive Director: tclay@doorcountylandtrust.org Cinnamon Rossman, Communications and Outreach Manager: crossman@doorcountylandtrust.org Sturgeon Bay, WI – “The Grand View Scenic Overlook and Park is a shining example of the passion of this community to protect its most precious resource—the land. ” This was the message from executive director Tom Clay on August
Contact: Tony Palese, tony.palese@legis.wi.gov, 608-266-5490 LA CROSSE, WI – Senate Democratic Leader Jennifer Shilling (D-La Crosse) released the following statement in advance of Labor Day (Monday Sept. 4): “Labor Day in Wisconsin has become a somber reminder of the Republican policies that have favored wealthy corporations at the expense of hardworking men and
In the last three budgets the destruction of the historic tax credit has been defeated, but it appears we are at the cusp of a “victory” for Walker limiting the credit for communities all over Wisconsin in planning phases for redevelopment.
As of now, the hybrid-electric tax is just a bad idea floated by a governor and a Legislature that imagines the people driving those vehicles as voters who would not vote for them anyway.
The users of roads should pay for those roads, maintenance and new lanes, no matter what kind of vehicles they’re driving.