Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald today said he is postponing the March 24 floor period “out of an abundance of caution” for senators and their families during the coronavirus pandemic. The Juneau Republican said he and Assembly Speaker Robin Vos,
As we work to slow the spread of COVID-19 — and mitigate the economic and very personal effects that come with those actions — we have to look for the helpers. For the most vulnerable among us, this is where relief will be found. And for the more privileged among us, it is where we will find guidance and inspiration to do our part. For those of us who are able, it’s time to be the helpers.
House passed relief bill goes to Senate, Johnson and Baldwin should support it.
Let’s not let panic over the Coronavirus lead Wisconsin down a policy path which we will come to regret in the future.
While some states are experiencing election crises this spring — for reasons beyond their control and for reasons they should have controlled — Wisconsin does not have to be one of them.
The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel suggests state Department of Health Services Secretary-designee Andrea Palm somehow can’t concentrate on the public campaign against the novel coronavirus because the Senate has yet to confirm her.
[Madison, WI] — Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald released the following statement regarding the Wisconsin Senate’s March schedule: “After hearing feedback from a number of members, I have decided to postpone the Senate’s planned March floor period. This is out of an
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“Last night, I was informed that someone I came into contact with on March 8th tested positive for COVID-19. I did not physically contact this individual and I consulted with the Office of the Attending Physician, who informed me that my
MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is providing resources for the state’s consumers, farmers, and agricultural businesses as they navigate the challenges presented by COVID-19. These resources can be found at https://www.datcp.wi.gov/ and include helpful information such
JANESVILLE, WISCONSIN— Congressman Bryan Steil’s offices are open for constituents to receive assistance. However, walk-in meetings will now require an appointment. If constituents need help with a federal agency or want to share an opinion, they can contact one of Steil’s
WAUWATOSA – Rep. Robyn Vining (D-Wauwatosa) released the following update regarding small business assistance and unemployment benefits for those in Wisconsin affected by COVID-19: The US Small Business Administration (SBA) will be providing disaster assistance loans to businesses who suffer
MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction today announced updated guidance to school districts regarding the continuity of learning amid the spread of COVID-19 and the closure of public and private schools. The DPI will waive a state mandated
(MADISON) – State Senator Tim Carpenter (D-Milwaukee) today released the following statement regarding Governor Tony Evers’ announcement about further actions he is asking state government, and all Wisconsin citizens, to take regarding ongoing concerns with the spread of the coronavirus:
With the spread of the coronavirus crisis, being able to treat infected individuals without disrupting out present fragile health care system is necessary! To address this concern, medical facilities across the country are quickly turning to the use of
The Department of Public Instruction is waiving mandates on the number of educational hours districts must provide students as the state continues to deal with the coronavirus pandemic that closed K-12 schools. The agency said late yesterday districts will still
(Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-Glenbeulah) released the following statement after his vote on H.R. 6201, the second bill in as many weeks to address the Coronavirus pandemic: “Last Saturday morning, I witnessed the most rushed vote I’ve ever seen
The Wisconsin AFL-CIO released the following statement on the announcement that Gov. Evers will urge the Wisconsin legislature to repeal the one-week waiting period for workers to collect unemployment and that the Governor intends to issue an executive order tomorrow, March
MADISON – Gov. Tony Evers today announced he will issue an Emergency Order tomorrow that will waive work search requirements and modify the availability requirements for unemployment insurance benefits for workers impacted by COVID-19. Gov. Evers is working with the
Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald today said he is postponing the March 24 floor period “out of an abundance of caution” for senators and their families during the coronavirus pandemic. The Juneau Republican said he and Assembly Speaker Robin Vos, R-Rochester, plan to call an extraordinary session of the Legislature
As we work to slow the spread of COVID-19 — and mitigate the economic and very personal effects that come with those actions — we have to look for the helpers. For the most vulnerable among us, this is where relief will be found. And for the more privileged among us, it is where we will find guidance and inspiration to do our part. For those of us who are able, it’s time to be the helpers.
House passed relief bill goes to Senate, Johnson and Baldwin should support it.
Let’s not let panic over the Coronavirus lead Wisconsin down a policy path which we will come to regret in the future.
While some states are experiencing election crises this spring — for reasons beyond their control and for reasons they should have controlled — Wisconsin does not have to be one of them.
The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel suggests state Department of Health Services Secretary-designee Andrea Palm somehow can’t concentrate on the public campaign against the novel coronavirus because the Senate has yet to confirm her.
[Madison, WI] — Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald released the following statement regarding the Wisconsin Senate’s March schedule: “After hearing feedback from a number of members, I have decided to postpone the Senate’s planned March floor period. This is out of an abundance of caution for Senators, their family members, and staff
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“Last night, I was informed that someone I came into contact with on March 8th tested positive for COVID-19. I did not physically contact this individual and I consulted with the Office of the Attending Physician, who informed me that my risk for contracting COVID-19 is low. While I have not
MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is providing resources for the state’s consumers, farmers, and agricultural businesses as they navigate the challenges presented by COVID-19. These resources can be found at https://www.datcp.wi.gov/ and include helpful information such as: Information on Executive Order #72 and Emergency Order #5 regarding gatherings of 10
JANESVILLE, WISCONSIN— Congressman Bryan Steil’s offices are open for constituents to receive assistance. However, walk-in meetings will now require an appointment. If constituents need help with a federal agency or want to share an opinion, they can contact one of Steil’s four offices by phone, email, or mail. If an in-person
WAUWATOSA – Rep. Robyn Vining (D-Wauwatosa) released the following update regarding small business assistance and unemployment benefits for those in Wisconsin affected by COVID-19: The US Small Business Administration (SBA) will be providing disaster assistance loans to businesses who suffer substantial economic injury due to the COVID-19 pandemic in the
MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction today announced updated guidance to school districts regarding the continuity of learning amid the spread of COVID-19 and the closure of public and private schools. The DPI will waive a state mandated hour requirement to districts requesting to do so during the
(MADISON) – State Senator Tim Carpenter (D-Milwaukee) today released the following statement regarding Governor Tony Evers’ announcement about further actions he is asking state government, and all Wisconsin citizens, to take regarding ongoing concerns with the spread of the coronavirus: “Thank you, Governor Evers, for your forward-thinking ability and
With the spread of the coronavirus crisis, being able to treat infected individuals without disrupting out present fragile health care system is necessary! To address this concern, medical facilities across the country are quickly turning to the use of telemedicine to safely screen and treat patients infected by Coronavirus.
The Department of Public Instruction is waiving mandates on the number of educational hours districts must provide students as the state continues to deal with the coronavirus pandemic that closed K-12 schools. The agency said late yesterday districts will still be required to file a waiver, but DPI will work
(Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-Glenbeulah) released the following statement after his vote on H.R. 6201, the second bill in as many weeks to address the Coronavirus pandemic: “Last Saturday morning, I witnessed the most rushed vote I’ve ever seen in all my time in public office. We were told
The Wisconsin AFL-CIO released the following statement on the announcement that Gov. Evers will urge the Wisconsin legislature to repeal the one-week waiting period for workers to collect unemployment and that the Governor intends to issue an executive order tomorrow, March 18, modifying work and work search requirements for those facing
MADISON – Gov. Tony Evers today announced he will issue an Emergency Order tomorrow that will waive work search requirements and modify the availability requirements for unemployment insurance benefits for workers impacted by COVID-19. Gov. Evers is working with the Wisconsin State Legislature to quickly act to waive the one-week