Contact: Sen. Mark Spreitzer, (608) 266-2253 MADISON – State Senate Mark Spreitzer (D-Beloit) released the following statement after the election of Senator Dianne Hesselbein (D-Middleton) as Senate Democratic Leader: “Congratulations to my friend and colleague, Senator Dianne Hesselbein, on her
Contact:Senator Chris Larson(608) 266-7505 Madison, WI – Today is an exciting day for the future of our Senate Democratic Caucus. I want to congratulate Senator Dianne Hesselbein on her election as Senate Democratic Leader. I look forward to continuing to work
I am beyond honored to have earned the confidence of this inspirational, hard-working and talented group of Senators. I am proud to lead such a strong group the rest of this session and into the year ahead. Working together we
Hesselbein, D-Middleton, replaces Melissa Agard, of Madison, who stepped down to focus on a run for Dane County executive next year.
MADISON – This afternoon the Senate Democratic Caucus elected Senator Dianne Hesselbein (D-Middleton) as Senate Democratic Leader, filling the vacancy left by outgoing leader Senator Melissa Agard (D-Madison). Assistant Leader Senator Jeff Smith (D-Brunswick) issued the following statement: “Senator Hesselbein
“I join the many other Americans who, today, mourn the passing of Justice Sandra Day O’Connor. Justice O’Connor served as a role model in the law, was a pioneer for women, and was an elegant and extraordinarily kind woman. Having
MADISON, Wis. — Today, North Carolina became the latest state to expand Medicaid coverage under the Affordable Care Act, leaving Wisconsin one of just 10 remaining states not to have expanded this critical program and provide high-quality care to more families. Democratic
The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) has released a statement in support of Act 10, critical collective bargaining reforms that were put in place by Governor Scott Walker in 2011. WILL was founded in 2011, partially in response to the legal
While President Biden and Democrats continue fighting to make health care more affordable and accessible, Donald Trump spent this week doubling down on his threats to rip away health care coverage and spike costs for millions of hardworking Americans by
(Madison, WI) Madison activists are occupying Senator Tammy Baldwin’s office because she has refused to respond to her constituents calling for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza. International human rights organizations are clear that we are witnessing major war crimes, crimes against humanity,
Quotes of the Week “It was done by my predecessor and frankly it’s done to kind of protect my work time. And it doesn’t impact anybody. – Gov. Tony Evers defending his use of baseball Hall of Famer Warren Spahn’s
On this week’s episode of WisconsinEye’s “Rewind,” WisPolitics’s JR Ross and CBS 58’s Emilee Fannon discuss the new lawsuit challenging ACT 10, Madison Dem Sen. Melissa Agard’s bid for Dane County executive, a judge dismissing an open meetings complaint against Assembly Speaker Robin Vos over his impeachment advisory panel, Gov. Tony Evers’ alias email account, the redistricting lawsuit before the state Supreme Court and more.
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul spoke out on Donald Trump’s repeated threats to “terminate” the Affordable Care Act. Joined by Wisconsinites with personal experiences with the ACA, AG Kaul drew a sharp contrast between Republicans’ repeated attempts to
(MADISON) – Upon learning of the death of former U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, Senator Lena C. Taylor (D-Milwaukee) released the following statement: “As the first woman seated on the nation’s highest court, Justice Sandra Day O’Connor did
Madison, WI – State Representatives Rob Swearingen, Calvin Callahan, and Senator Mary Felzkowski are seeking public input regarding the 2023 gun deer hunting season in Wisconsin – including, but not limited to, the gray wolf impact on our deer population. Event
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement after voting to pass S.J.Res. 32. S.J.Res. 32 expresses Congress’s disapproval of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s (CFPB) burdensome and overly complex final rule implementing Section 1071 of the
WISCONSIN — Today, North Carolina is beginning to implement its Medicaid expansion program, extending affordable health care to an estimated 600,000 people. As North Carolinians are finally given this long overdue relief, Republican lawmakers in 10 states, including Wisconsin, are
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that nominations are now open for the 20th annual Wisconsin Invasive Species Council Invader Crusaders Awards. Nominations will be accepted through Feb. 18, 2024. Invader Crusaders are Wisconsin residents and organizations
MADISON, Wis. – With the next government funding deadline looming in January, and the House of Representatives only scheduled to be in session 8 days before the end of the year, Wisconsinites are speaking out about harmful cuts that have
MADISON, Wis. — As unions from across the state have now filed legal action to restore their rights in the workplace – like negotiating fair pay and advocating for safety on the job – A Better Wisconsin Together stands in
Contact: Sen. Mark Spreitzer, (608) 266-2253 MADISON – State Senate Mark Spreitzer (D-Beloit) released the following statement after the election of Senator Dianne Hesselbein (D-Middleton) as Senate Democratic Leader: “Congratulations to my friend and colleague, Senator Dianne Hesselbein, on her election as the next Senate Democratic Leader. “I also thank
Contact:Senator Chris Larson(608) 266-7505 Madison, WI – Today is an exciting day for the future of our Senate Democratic Caucus. I want to congratulate Senator Dianne Hesselbein on her election as Senate Democratic Leader. I look forward to continuing to work with her in the struggles to come. For the first
I am beyond honored to have earned the confidence of this inspirational, hard-working and talented group of Senators. I am proud to lead such a strong group the rest of this session and into the year ahead. Working together we have great opportunities ahead of us. As leader, I will
Hesselbein, D-Middleton, replaces Melissa Agard, of Madison, who stepped down to focus on a run for Dane County executive next year.
MADISON – This afternoon the Senate Democratic Caucus elected Senator Dianne Hesselbein (D-Middleton) as Senate Democratic Leader, filling the vacancy left by outgoing leader Senator Melissa Agard (D-Madison). Assistant Leader Senator Jeff Smith (D-Brunswick) issued the following statement: “Senator Hesselbein will provide us with solid leadership heading into a difficult
“I join the many other Americans who, today, mourn the passing of Justice Sandra Day O’Connor. Justice O’Connor served as a role model in the law, was a pioneer for women, and was an elegant and extraordinarily kind woman. Having not sought the appointment, she served the Court, the law,
MADISON, Wis. — Today, North Carolina became the latest state to expand Medicaid coverage under the Affordable Care Act, leaving Wisconsin one of just 10 remaining states not to have expanded this critical program and provide high-quality care to more families. Democratic Party of Wisconsin Communications Director Joe Oslund issued the following statement:
The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) has released a statement in support of Act 10, critical collective bargaining reforms that were put in place by Governor Scott Walker in 2011. WILL was founded in 2011, partially in response to the legal challenges to lawful acts of Governor Walker and the Wisconsin
While President Biden and Democrats continue fighting to make health care more affordable and accessible, Donald Trump spent this week doubling down on his threats to rip away health care coverage and spike costs for millions of hardworking Americans by repealing the Affordable Care Act. In Florida: Florida’s Voice: Trump reignites
(Madison, WI) Madison activists are occupying Senator Tammy Baldwin’s office because she has refused to respond to her constituents calling for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza. International human rights organizations are clear that we are witnessing major war crimes, crimes against humanity, and acts of genocide. Over 20,000 civilians, including over 6,000
Quotes of the Week “It was done by my predecessor and frankly it’s done to kind of protect my work time. And it doesn’t impact anybody. – Gov. Tony Evers defending his use of baseball Hall of Famer Warren Spahn’s name as an email alias, arguing former GOP Gov. Scott
On this week’s episode of WisconsinEye’s “Rewind,” WisPolitics’s JR Ross and CBS 58’s Emilee Fannon discuss the new lawsuit challenging ACT 10, Madison Dem Sen. Melissa Agard’s bid for Dane County executive, a judge dismissing an open meetings complaint against Assembly Speaker Robin Vos over his impeachment advisory panel, Gov. Tony Evers’ alias email account, the redistricting lawsuit before the state Supreme Court and more.
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul spoke out on Donald Trump’s repeated threats to “terminate” the Affordable Care Act. Joined by Wisconsinites with personal experiences with the ACA, AG Kaul drew a sharp contrast between Republicans’ repeated attempts to rip away Wisconsinites’ health care, and President Biden and Democrats’
(MADISON) – Upon learning of the death of former U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, Senator Lena C. Taylor (D-Milwaukee) released the following statement: “As the first woman seated on the nation’s highest court, Justice Sandra Day O’Connor did the heavy lifting. She changed the trajectory of women in
Madison, WI – State Representatives Rob Swearingen, Calvin Callahan, and Senator Mary Felzkowski are seeking public input regarding the 2023 gun deer hunting season in Wisconsin – including, but not limited to, the gray wolf impact on our deer population. Event Details: Date: December 21st Time: 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement after voting to pass S.J.Res. 32. S.J.Res. 32 expresses Congress’s disapproval of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s (CFPB) burdensome and overly complex final rule implementing Section 1071 of the Dodd-Frank Act. “I was proud to vote in support of
WISCONSIN — Today, North Carolina is beginning to implement its Medicaid expansion program, extending affordable health care to an estimated 600,000 people. As North Carolinians are finally given this long overdue relief, Republican lawmakers in 10 states, including Wisconsin, are blocking the lifesaving program. As a result, nearly 3.5 million
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that nominations are now open for the 20th annual Wisconsin Invasive Species Council Invader Crusaders Awards. Nominations will be accepted through Feb. 18, 2024. Invader Crusaders are Wisconsin residents and organizations who made significant contributions in 2023 to prevent, control or
MADISON, Wis. – With the next government funding deadline looming in January, and the House of Representatives only scheduled to be in session 8 days before the end of the year, Wisconsinites are speaking out about harmful cuts that have been backed by Congressmen Bryan Steil and Derrick Van Orden.
MADISON, Wis. — As unions from across the state have now filed legal action to restore their rights in the workplace – like negotiating fair pay and advocating for safety on the job – A Better Wisconsin Together stands in solidarity with their ongoing efforts to secure what should be