Contact: Caroline Briscoe Phone number: (202) 897-6408 WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07) released the following statement ahead of voting no on nearly $40 billion in additional U.S. funding for Ukraine. “The federal government cannot continue to shell out
Contact: Carter MacLeod Phone: 202-225-5506 Carter.MacLeod@mail.house.gov Washington, DC – Tonight, Rep. Ron Kind voted to provide additional emergency funding to support the Ukrainian people and defend global democracy in the wake of Putin’s unjust attack. “The United States is ironclad in our support
Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — A Dane County judge has ruled unconstitutional a law Republicans approved in the 2018 lame-duck session that gave lawmakers final review over settlements reached by the state Department of Justice. Dane County
MADISON, Wis. – Today, Assembly Democratic Leader Greta Neubauer and Wisconsin doctors discussed the consequences of overturning Roe v. Wade and the dangerous impact of Ron Johnson and his Republican allies’ continued efforts to undermine Wisconsinites’ reproductive health. Wisconsin Republican politicians
MADISON, Wis.—Today, Senator Ron Johnson endorsed a total ban on abortion care in the Badger State. During a radio appearance (27:05), Senator Johnson noted that approximately 6,000 abortions are performed each year in Wisconsin and claimed that this was “6,000 too many.” The
WASHINGTON – On Tuesday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined U.S. Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.), U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet (D-Colo.), and 25 of their colleagues on a bipartisan resolution celebrating National Charter Schools Week and commending charter schools on their contribution
MADISON — As lakes across the upper Midwest grow warmer year after year, cool-water species of fish are finding it harder to thrive. In Wisconsin, that trend is especially noticeable in struggling populations of walleye — important to many indigenous
Wisconsin is one of 10 states participating in the National Governors Association (NGA) knowledge exchange network for the Next Generation of the Healthcare Workforce Learning Collaborative program. As part of this group, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS), Department of
WASHINGTON – On Monday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), ranking member of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, and U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), ranking member of the Judiciary Committee, sent a letter to Delaware U.S. Attorney David Weiss seeking transparency on
MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul today announced that during the April 30, 2022 Drug Take Back Day, Wisconsin collected a total of 59,840 lbs. of unwanted medications. “Once again, folks from across Wisconsin stepped up to participate in
In a recent WTAQ-AM interview, Tim Michels joined his fellow GOP candidates for Wisconsin governor by embracing the Big Lie that the 2020 election was fraudulent. Asked by conservative host Joe Giganti if the election was stolen, Michels said, “Maybe,” and added, “There was certainly
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Governor Tony Evers announced an additional investment of $25 million more into the Main Street Bounceback Grant Program, which has helped businesses fill vacant storefronts in every county in Wisconsin. Assembly Democratic Leader Greta Neubauer (D-Racine)
MADISON – Today the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development (WHEDA) announced the award of $23.3 million in federal and state housing tax credits that will advance greater housing access and opportunity in Wisconsin through the creation of over 1,400 housing units. This
Everyone is excited about the possibility of Amtrak passenger rail coming to Madison, but where would we put the station? This is a question the Common Council seeks to answer tonight as they move forward funds for a Passenger Rail
May 9, 2022 – Today, the Wisconsin Builders Association (WBA) announced their endorsement of Rebecca Kleefisch in her campaign for Governor. “Rebecca has long been an advocate for the homebuilding and construction industries,” said Cory Sillars, WBA President. “We worked closely
[Fox Crossing, WI] – Today, State Representative Paul Tittl (R-Manitowoc) announced his endorsement of Rachael Cabral-Guevara in her run for State Senate. “Rep. Cabral-Guevara has been an outstanding representative, hardworking, caring, and very concerned about the people she represents. With
VIROQUA, WI – MAY 10, 2022 –The Alzheimer’s Association Wisconsin Chapter is offering a new series of in-person sessions of Memories in the Making (MIM) in Viroqua this summer, beginning May 19, 2022. The sessions will be facilitated by Valerie
MARSHFIELD – Marshfield Clinic Health System and Security Health Plan have announced b.e.s.t. grant recipients for the 2022-23 school year. b.e.s.t. ® (Behavioral Emotional Social Traits) is an online screening tool that helps educators build and support the emotional
The union representing workers at the Seven Mile Creek Landfill in Eau Claire County is accusing the owner of unfair labor practices. Local 139 of the International Union of Operating Engineers says the unfair labor practice charge is being investigated
Contact: Caroline Briscoe Phone number: (202) 897-6408 WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07) released the following statement ahead of voting no on nearly $40 billion in additional U.S. funding for Ukraine. “The federal government cannot continue to shell out billions for an overseas conflict when working-class Americans are struggling
Contact: Carter MacLeod Phone: 202-225-5506 Carter.MacLeod@mail.house.gov Washington, DC – Tonight, Rep. Ron Kind voted to provide additional emergency funding to support the Ukrainian people and defend global democracy in the wake of Putin’s unjust attack. “The United States is ironclad in our support for Ukraine as they continue to fight for their country
Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — A Dane County judge has ruled unconstitutional a law Republicans approved in the 2018 lame-duck session that gave lawmakers final review over settlements reached by the state Department of Justice. Dane County Judge Susan Crawford wrote in last week’s ruling Republicans have
MADISON, Wis. – Today, Assembly Democratic Leader Greta Neubauer and Wisconsin doctors discussed the consequences of overturning Roe v. Wade and the dangerous impact of Ron Johnson and his Republican allies’ continued efforts to undermine Wisconsinites’ reproductive health. Wisconsin Republican politicians at every level, from Ron Johnson to Robin Vos to the Republican gubernatorial candidates, have
MADISON, Wis.—Today, Senator Ron Johnson endorsed a total ban on abortion care in the Badger State. During a radio appearance (27:05), Senator Johnson noted that approximately 6,000 abortions are performed each year in Wisconsin and claimed that this was “6,000 too many.” The comments come after Senator Johnson appeared on Newsmax last week and said
WASHINGTON – On Tuesday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined U.S. Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.), U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet (D-Colo.), and 25 of their colleagues on a bipartisan resolution celebrating National Charter Schools Week and commending charter schools on their contribution to education. “National Charter Schools Week is a time
MADISON — As lakes across the upper Midwest grow warmer year after year, cool-water species of fish are finding it harder to thrive. In Wisconsin, that trend is especially noticeable in struggling populations of walleye — important to many indigenous communities, a top target in the state’s sport fishery, and
Wisconsin is one of 10 states participating in the National Governors Association (NGA) knowledge exchange network for the Next Generation of the Healthcare Workforce Learning Collaborative program. As part of this group, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS), Department of Workforce Development (DWD), Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS),
WASHINGTON – On Monday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), ranking member of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, and U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), ranking member of the Judiciary Committee, sent a letter to Delaware U.S. Attorney David Weiss seeking transparency on steps the Justice Department has taken to prevent interference with
MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul today announced that during the April 30, 2022 Drug Take Back Day, Wisconsin collected a total of 59,840 lbs. of unwanted medications. “Once again, folks from across Wisconsin stepped up to participate in Drug Take Back, and now 59,840 lbs. of unused and
In a recent WTAQ-AM interview, Tim Michels joined his fellow GOP candidates for Wisconsin governor by embracing the Big Lie that the 2020 election was fraudulent. Asked by conservative host Joe Giganti if the election was stolen, Michels said, “Maybe,” and added, “There was certainly illegal ballots.” Michels didn’t stop there. At a campaign stop
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Governor Tony Evers announced an additional investment of $25 million more into the Main Street Bounceback Grant Program, which has helped businesses fill vacant storefronts in every county in Wisconsin. Assembly Democratic Leader Greta Neubauer (D-Racine) released the following statement in support: “Since the beginning of
MADISON – Today the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development (WHEDA) announced the award of $23.3 million in federal and state housing tax credits that will advance greater housing access and opportunity in Wisconsin through the creation of over 1,400 housing units. This year’s housing tax credits awards support 23 housing projects in
Everyone is excited about the possibility of Amtrak passenger rail coming to Madison, but where would we put the station? This is a question the Common Council seeks to answer tonight as they move forward funds for a Passenger Rail Station Location Study. This $120,000 study will be introduced on
May 9, 2022 – Today, the Wisconsin Builders Association (WBA) announced their endorsement of Rebecca Kleefisch in her campaign for Governor. “Rebecca has long been an advocate for the homebuilding and construction industries,” said Cory Sillars, WBA President. “We worked closely with her during her time as Lt. Governor and have
[Fox Crossing, WI] – Today, State Representative Paul Tittl (R-Manitowoc) announced his endorsement of Rachael Cabral-Guevara in her run for State Senate. “Rep. Cabral-Guevara has been an outstanding representative, hardworking, caring, and very concerned about the people she represents. With that, I, Representative Paul Tittl enthusiastically endorse Rep. Cabral-Guevara in
VIROQUA, WI – MAY 10, 2022 –The Alzheimer’s Association Wisconsin Chapter is offering a new series of in-person sessions of Memories in the Making (MIM) in Viroqua this summer, beginning May 19, 2022. The sessions will be facilitated by Valerie Joy Hein Hamstra at the West Fork Sports Club, S3649
MARSHFIELD – Marshfield Clinic Health System and Security Health Plan have announced b.e.s.t. grant recipients for the 2022-23 school year. b.e.s.t. ® (Behavioral Emotional Social Traits) is an online screening tool that helps educators build and support the emotional health of all school children while identifying students who may
The union representing workers at the Seven Mile Creek Landfill in Eau Claire County is accusing the owner of unfair labor practices. Local 139 of the International Union of Operating Engineers says the unfair labor practice charge is being investigated by the Minneapolis office of the National Labor Relations Board.