U.S. Rep. Pocan: Statement on $23.9 billion NDAA increase

WASHINGTON, D.C.— U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) released the following statement after the House Armed Services Committee voted on an amendment to increase the FY22 National Defense Authorization Act by an additional $23.9 billion: “The House Armed Services Committee’s vote to increase

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U.S. Rep. Grothman: Workplace choice for individuals with disabilities

(Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Glenn Grothman (WI-06) has introduced two bills that will significantly increase career opportunities for individuals with disabilities. The Workplace Choice and Flexibility for Individuals with Disabilities Act and the Restoration of Employment Choice for Adults with Disabilities Act. These

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WisDems: Vos earmarked $25,000 in travel reimbursement for Gableman

MADISON, Wis. — Today, the Associated Press reported the legislature has set aside $25,000 in taxpayer funds to reimburse special counsel Michael Gableman for “travel” as he conducts an Arizona-style Cyber Ninja circus in Wisconsin.   Gableman has already attended MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell’s QAnon bonanza and jetted off to Arizona to get some inspiration for

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Waukesha County: 2022-2026 capital projects plan invests in safety, economic development through infrastructure

(WAUKESHA, WI) – Waukesha County’s 2022 – 2026 Capital Projects Plan focuses on essential infrastructure projects that support safety and economic development in the community. Residents will benefit from quality-of-life improvements to County parks, vital transportation corridors, and safer, more accessible courthouse facilities during this time period if the current proposal is adopted. The

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U.S. Rep. Pocan: Statement on $23.9 billion NDAA increase

WASHINGTON, D.C.— U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) released the following statement after the House Armed Services Committee voted on an amendment to increase the FY22 National Defense Authorization Act by an additional $23.9 billion: “The House Armed Services Committee’s vote to increase NDAA spending by an additional $23.9 billion over an already

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AASHTO: Mid America state DOT projects take home regional America’s transportation awards

WASHINGTON—Eight state department of transportation projects in Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Ohio and Wisconsin earned regional recognition in the America’s Transportation Awards for projects that quickly restored safe access to a fire-damaged bridge, used drones to increase staff safety while also improving travel efficiency, and expanded a picturesque pedestrian and bike path

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Milwaukee County Independent Redistricting Committee: Invites public to attend next meeting, provide input

MILWAUKEE – Milwaukee County’s Independent Redistricting Committee is encouraging the public to attend the committee’s Friday, September 3 meeting and provide input on the process of redrawing the 18 Supervisory districts of Milwaukee County. “Public input is essential to the democratic process of redrawing Milwaukee County’s political districts, and we

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U.S. Rep. Grothman: Workplace choice for individuals with disabilities

(Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Glenn Grothman (WI-06) has introduced two bills that will significantly increase career opportunities for individuals with disabilities. The Workplace Choice and Flexibility for Individuals with Disabilities Act and the Restoration of Employment Choice for Adults with Disabilities Act. These bills are endorsed by A-Team USA, a grassroots organization that

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Dept. of Financial Institutions: Celebrating national College Savings Month in Wisconsin

MADISON, Wis. – Today marks the first day of College Savings Month in Wisconsin. The Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) and Wisconsin 529 College Savings Program are celebrating the annual occurrence by encouraging Wisconsinites to start saving for higher education with the resources and tools to help them be financially secure. “College Savings Month reminds

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WisDems: Statement on dangerous Texas abortion law

MADISON, Wis. — Wednesday morning, the nation’s strictest abortion law went into effect in Texas after the Supreme Court failed to act. The law, S.B. 8, bans abortion at six weeks — before most people even know they are pregnant. In effect, this law makes it nearly impossible to access

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Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding: Senator Tammy Baldwin visits

STURGEON BAY, Wisc. – Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding hosted U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin yesterday as she toured the shipyard to see recent infrastructure improvements and speak with men and women who work in one of the most capable Great Lakes shipyards. “Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding is an industry leader in the construction,

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