Lucas calls to remember legacy Stinson left behind   MILWAUKEE – Earnell Lucas, Milwaukee County Sheriff and candidate for mayor of Milwaukee, today issued the following statement regarding Ceasar Stinson’s death two years later:   “Today marks a somber moment in the lives of many in Milwaukee. Two years ago

MADISON, Wis. – A new study led by the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health finds many recreational cannabis companies market their products in a way that appeals to children and teens, despite state-based regulations prohibiting it. The study, led by Dr. Megan Moreno, professor of pediatrics

About 70 judges have volunteered so far to judge entries and provide feedback in the 2022 Governor’s Business Plan Contest, which includes a cross-section of disciplines that help define Wisconsin’s startup culture. This year’s judging pool will also feature a strong representation from early-stage investors. The list includes many investors

MADISON, WI – The University of Wisconsin has admitted it continued to break federal law in 2021, according to reports obtained via FOIA by a national research watchdog – the reports list one infant animal death and one injury. The reports filed by the UW admit one infant monkey death due

Milwaukee, Wis. – Smart doorbells make it easier to keep an eye on your home while you are away. But finding the right option for your house or apartment can be tricky. Be sure to consider the following tips when shopping for a video doorbell. Also, learn how to protect your new

MADISON, WI – Today the Wisconsin State Assembly unanimously approved legislation coauthored by State Rep. Dave Armstrong (R-Rice Lake) that will make important economic development tools known as environmental rehabilitation tax incremental districts (ERTIDs) more cost-effective. “Right now, a developer in an ERTID may be compensated for the costs of

MADISON – Today, Assembly Republicans rejected a Democratic amendment (Smart Criminal Justice package), which was offered to provide significant, sustainable investments in combating crime and advancing community safety. The Republican authored law enforcement bills do not draw upon state GPR funds and instead rely solely on one-time, Federal American Rescue Plan

MADISON – Today the Wisconsin State Assembly met to vote on a slate of bills, primarily focused on Republican “tough on crime” policies funded with dollars from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). In response, Democrats introduced a set of evidence-based amendments designed to prevent crime, support victims, and provide much-needed

Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers released a statement regarding new revenue projections released today by the nonpartisan Legislative Fiscal Bureau. The projections indicate the state General Fund balance will have a $3.8 billion surplus at the end of the 2021-23 biennium. This projected surplus is nearly $2.9 billion more than was expected in June 2021, when the Legislative Fiscal Bureau announced ‘unprecedented’ revenue projections that were more than $4.4 billion higher

MADISON – Following the end of the Assembly’s floor session today, Democratic Leader Greta Neubauer (D-Racine) released the following statement: “Today, the Wisconsin State Assembly met in its second disappointing session day of the month. Instead of working across the aisle to develop long-term solutions to public safety issues, address

Madison – Today, the Wisconsin Assembly voted on 55 bills, nine of which allocate federal American Plan Rescue Act (ARPA) moneys. Representative Dave Considine (D-Baraboo) released the following statement on the passage of these bills: “This morning, the Legislative Fiscal Bureau (LFB) released a projection that the state will have a

Gov. Tony Evers’ plan to increase pay for Wisconsin’s state troopers was today approved by the state Legislature. Lawmakers signed off on a new contract for Wisconsin State Patrol troopers and inspectors. “We are grateful state leaders have agreed to increase compensation for state troopers and inspectors. State Patrol plays

Law Enforcement Support Package passes State Assembly   MADISON – Rep. Jessie Rodriguez (R-Oak Creek) joined her Assembly Republican colleagues today in supporting a package of bills aimed at supporting law enforcement. The legislative package allocates nearly $25 million in federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding to help recruit, train,

MADISON – State Representative Jim Steineke (R-Kaukauna) voted to create a ‘Pro-Cop Wisconsin” campaign Tuesday when the state Assembly met for session. The campaign, which seeks to address Wisconsin’s declining number of police officers, was unveiled earlier this month at a press conference in Kaukauna by area legislators and local police

Assembly Bill 828 passes alongside law enforcement support package Madison – Legislation that would increase the pay of correctional officers in Wisconsin, authored by Representative Mark Born (R – Beaver Dam), passed the State Assembly today with bipartisan support. Assembly Bill 828 would provide a $5 per hour pay bump for

MADISON, WI – Representative Scott Krug (R – Rome) released the following statement regarding Assembly Bill 316 (AB 316) which was passed by the Wisconsin State Assembly today. Assembly Bill 316 prohibits the use of vaccination passports and returns vaccination and testing choices to individuals to protect the freedom and

Bat Signal Goes Up in the GOP’s Pravda Appleton, Wis. – Breitbart News, the in-house news organ of corporate special interests that masquerades as a populist publication, is sounding the alarm to fellow Republicans about the danger posed by Democratic pro-labor populist U.S. Senate candidates like Tom Nelson, who’ve staked

(Madison, WI) Rep. Michael Schraa (R-Oshkosh) is pleased with the passage of bills to protect and compensate employees of the Department of Corrections. The Probation and Parole Agent Protection Act, AB 90/SB 100, will increase protections for agents and their families. Currently, it is a felony to cause physical harm to