Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — State Rep. Tony Kurtz told WisPolitics GOP leaders continued to negotiate with Dem Gov. Tony Evers, including whether to keep a provision that would require Milwaukee County and the city to approve
The shared revenue bill’s referendum requirement for Milwaukee sales tax increases remain a big sticking point for Republicans and Dems. Rep. Evan Goyke, D-Milwaukee, and Rep. Jessie Rodriguez, R-Oak Creek, during a WisPolitics luncheon at UW-Milwaukee’s Zilber School of Public
In a recent national survey, Northwestern Mutual found many respondents are reducing expenses and saving money to prepare for a possible recession. According to the Milwaukee financial services company’s 2023 Planning & Progress Study, 67 percent of respondents believe the
MILWAUKEE — President Michael R. Lovell announced that Marquette University received a $2.5 million gift from the Helene Fuld Health Trust that will bolster the university’s plans to renovate and build an addition for the new home of Nursing in
Madison, WI – The State Bar of Wisconsin issued a statement following today’s supportive votes on criminal justice funding. The joint statement comes from the Bar’s elected leadership: Margaret W. Hickey (Milwaukee), President; Dean R. Dietrich (Wausau), President-Elect; and Cheryl
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) will continue to waive the fee for the Agricultural Chemical Cleanup Program (ACCP). This fee holiday for pesticide and fertilizer licensees, and farmers purchasing fertilizer, will extend through June
Madison, Wisconsin (May 16, 2023) – The Wisconsin Supreme Court recently voted to accept two new cases, and the Court acted to deny review in a number of other cases. The case numbers, counties of origin and the issues presented
Menomonie, Wis. — A graduate program at University of Wisconsin-Stout has been named one of the best in the nation by a leading publication. The Master of Science in rehabilitation counseling is tied for 10th in the U.S. News &
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) in introducing new legislation – the Protecting Service Members and Military Families’ Access to Health Care Act – that would codify the Department of Defense’s (DOD) February 16, 2023 policy
Washington, DC — Today, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy told reporters that work reporting requirements are a red line in debt ceiling negotiations. Already, House Republicans have passed a radical bill to cut Medicaid and rip coverage away from 21 million
Finalists representing diverse tech-based sectors in Wisconsin’s early-stage economy will present live to judges and others Wednesday, May 31, in Milwaukee as part of the 20th annual Wisconsin Governor’s Business Plan Contest. The presentations at the Italian Community Center will be followed
Community members, job applicants encouraged to attend during recruitment season The Wisconsin State Patrol invites families, community members and anyone interested in a career in law enforcement to stop in and visit a local State Patrol facility at open house
MADISON, WI – Today, the Joint Committee on Finance took up several agencies that ensure our criminal justice system operates efficiently and effectively. Our state needs the right investments in our Circuit Courts, the Supreme Court, District Attorneys, and Public
“Today’s decisions are a great victory for crime victims’ rights in Wisconsin! “By upholding the constitutional rights granted via Marsy’s Law, victims can be sure their voice will be heard and their rights defended throughout the criminal justice process. In
The Joint Finance Committee voted unanimously today to give state prosecutors and public defenders a pay raise of $8.76 an hour — equal to $18,221 a year — as both fight vacancy rates that advocates say have led to slowdowns in the criminal justice system.
MADISON – As the Joint Finance Committee plans to vote on PFAS funding in the state budget this week, Wisconsin Conservation Voters is mobilizing our 40,000-plus members and supporters to support Gov. Tony Evers’ $106 million proposal for PFAS remediation.
Madison, WI — Senator Eric Wimberger (R-Green Bay) and Senator Rob Cowles (R-Green Bay) issued the following statement after releasing legislation to address PFAS contamination in the state: “Since I have taken office PFAS, and addressing the ramifications of DNR-authorized, PFAS-contaminated biosolid
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin and bicameral group of colleagues introduced the Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act, historic legislation to save moms’ lives and address every driver of maternal mortality, morbidity, and disparities in the United States. “Maternal and infant mortality
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressional Equality Caucus Chair U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) spoke on the House Floor on House Republican’s plan to hold the economy hostage or force massive cuts to essential benefits and programs for Americans in order to
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) today warned Wisconsin investors to beware of precious metals schemes designed to drain retirement savings. “Investors concerned about predictions that a recession is looming may be tempted to move their nest eggs
Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — State Rep. Tony Kurtz told WisPolitics GOP leaders continued to negotiate with Dem Gov. Tony Evers, including whether to keep a provision that would require Milwaukee County and the city to approve new sales taxes via referendum. Kurtz, R-Wonewoc, and an architect
The shared revenue bill’s referendum requirement for Milwaukee sales tax increases remain a big sticking point for Republicans and Dems. Rep. Evan Goyke, D-Milwaukee, and Rep. Jessie Rodriguez, R-Oak Creek, during a WisPolitics luncheon at UW-Milwaukee’s Zilber School of Public Health clashed over various provisions in the Republican-proposed shared revenue
In a recent national survey, Northwestern Mutual found many respondents are reducing expenses and saving money to prepare for a possible recession. According to the Milwaukee financial services company’s 2023 Planning & Progress Study, 67 percent of respondents believe the U.S. economy will enter a recession later this year. Of
MILWAUKEE — President Michael R. Lovell announced that Marquette University received a $2.5 million gift from the Helene Fuld Health Trust that will bolster the university’s plans to renovate and build an addition for the new home of Nursing in the heart of campus. In recognition of the generous gift,
Madison, WI – The State Bar of Wisconsin issued a statement following today’s supportive votes on criminal justice funding. The joint statement comes from the Bar’s elected leadership: Margaret W. Hickey (Milwaukee), President; Dean R. Dietrich (Wausau), President-Elect; and Cheryl Furstace Daniels (Madison), Past President: “The State Bar would like
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) will continue to waive the fee for the Agricultural Chemical Cleanup Program (ACCP). This fee holiday for pesticide and fertilizer licensees, and farmers purchasing fertilizer, will extend through June 2024 for fertilizer sales and through the 2023-24 license year
Madison, Wisconsin (May 16, 2023) – The Wisconsin Supreme Court recently voted to accept two new cases, and the Court acted to deny review in a number of other cases. The case numbers, counties of origin and the issues presented in granted cases are listed below. More information about pending
Menomonie, Wis. — A graduate program at University of Wisconsin-Stout has been named one of the best in the nation by a leading publication. The Master of Science in rehabilitation counseling is tied for 10th in the U.S. News & World Report’s new rankings of graduate programs the U.S. The
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) in introducing new legislation – the Protecting Service Members and Military Families’ Access to Health Care Act – that would codify the Department of Defense’s (DOD) February 16, 2023 policy to ensure service members and their families can access reproductive
Washington, DC — Today, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy told reporters that work reporting requirements are a red line in debt ceiling negotiations. Already, House Republicans have passed a radical bill to cut Medicaid and rip coverage away from 21 million Americans — disproportionately impacting people of color, rural Americans, and
Finalists representing diverse tech-based sectors in Wisconsin’s early-stage economy will present live to judges and others Wednesday, May 31, in Milwaukee as part of the 20th annual Wisconsin Governor’s Business Plan Contest. The presentations at the Italian Community Center will be followed immediately by the opening reception for the Wisconsin Entrepreneurs’ Conference.
Community members, job applicants encouraged to attend during recruitment season The Wisconsin State Patrol invites families, community members and anyone interested in a career in law enforcement to stop in and visit a local State Patrol facility at open house events next month. Visitors can meet troopers, inspectors, dispatchers and
MADISON, WI – Today, the Joint Committee on Finance took up several agencies that ensure our criminal justice system operates efficiently and effectively. Our state needs the right investments in our Circuit Courts, the Supreme Court, District Attorneys, and Public Defenders so they can continue to work together to enforce
“Today’s decisions are a great victory for crime victims’ rights in Wisconsin! “By upholding the constitutional rights granted via Marsy’s Law, victims can be sure their voice will be heard and their rights defended throughout the criminal justice process. In overturning Shiffra, the Supreme Court ensured the privacy of victim
The Joint Finance Committee voted unanimously today to give state prosecutors and public defenders a pay raise of $8.76 an hour — equal to $18,221 a year — as both fight vacancy rates that advocates say have led to slowdowns in the criminal justice system.
MADISON – As the Joint Finance Committee plans to vote on PFAS funding in the state budget this week, Wisconsin Conservation Voters is mobilizing our 40,000-plus members and supporters to support Gov. Tony Evers’ $106 million proposal for PFAS remediation. Government Affairs Manager Peter Burress had this to say: “Because
Madison, WI — Senator Eric Wimberger (R-Green Bay) and Senator Rob Cowles (R-Green Bay) issued the following statement after releasing legislation to address PFAS contamination in the state: “Since I have taken office PFAS, and addressing the ramifications of DNR-authorized, PFAS-contaminated biosolid spreading, has been a top priority of mine,”said Wimberger.“This legislation
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin and bicameral group of colleagues introduced the Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act, historic legislation to save moms’ lives and address every driver of maternal mortality, morbidity, and disparities in the United States. “Maternal and infant mortality rates are tragically high in Wisconsin, and they are even
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressional Equality Caucus Chair U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) spoke on the House Floor on House Republican’s plan to hold the economy hostage or force massive cuts to essential benefits and programs for Americans in order to raise the debt ceiling. Click here to watch the remarks
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) today warned Wisconsin investors to beware of precious metals schemes designed to drain retirement savings. “Investors concerned about predictions that a recession is looming may be tempted to move their nest eggs into precious metals such as gold and silver, which typically