Sen. LeMahieu: State Senate passes $2 billion in tax relief
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Rep. Steffen: Bill to assist workers who are blind heads to Governor
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Bipartisan Coalition of Local Legislators: Celebrate Legislature passing the Corporal Benjamin H. Neal Memorial Highway bill
Bipartisan Coalition of Local Legislators Celebrate Legislature Passing the Corporal Benjamin H. Neal Memorial Highway Bill MADISON – Today, the Wisconsin State Assembly passed a bill authored by a bipartisan coalition of local legislators to designate Highway 11 between Orfordville
Sen. Wanggaard: Judicial Transparency Act advances to Assembly
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WisDems: Eric Hovde’s no good very bad campaign launch
MADISON, Wis. — Today, California bank owner Eric Hovde (R–Laguna Beach) officially announced his candidacy for U.S. Senate, and the campaign launch hasn’t gone well for him. From getting caught trying to stash a $2.3 million house to forgetting to mention
Sen Jacque: Assembly clears bill removing barrier to higher education for veterans
MADISON… Veterans and members of the U.S. armed forces will have greater access to Wisconsin’s public higher education institutions – and incentive to keep their skills in the state – under legislation waiving their application fees, which cleared the State
Sen. James: State Senate passes $15 million for Chippewa Valley ERs
Madison – Sen. Jesse James (R – Altoona) celebrated the passage of two bills Tuesday that secure $15 million for Chippewa Valley emergency room departments. The move comes after HSHS announced last month they would be leaving the region within
Sen. Jacque: Legislation for ‘problem-solving’ courts clears Senate
MADISON, WI… Legislation promoting efficiency and enhancing public safety in our justice system by establishing specialized ‘problem-solving courts in state law, and providing mental health treatment to offenders, cleared the State Senate today. “Specialized, problem-solving courts – for drug treatment,
Sen. Jacque: Bill fighting violent crime clears Senate
MADISON, WI…Local public safety officials will be better able to fight violent crimes such as domestic abuse and gang violence under legislation passed by the State Senate today with strong bi-partisan support. State Sen. André Jacque (R-De Pere), author of
Assembly approves amendment to block governor from using veto to increase, create taxes
The Assembly signed off on a constitutional amendment that would block the governor from using their partial veto power on appropriation bills to authorize new taxes or increase existing ones.
Gov. Evers: Signs bill aimed at bolstering state’s workforce by Creating a direct admission program for UW System
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today signed Senate Bill 367, now 2023 Wisconsin Act 95, requiring the Board of Regents at the University of Wisconsin (UW) System to establish a guaranteed admission program for certain Wisconsin high school students. According
WILL: Applauds State Assembly for passing constitutional amendment on Governor veto powers
No Governor has the authority to single-handedly raise taxes or fees, still able to effectively use the line-item veto The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) released a statement, praising the State Assembly for passing Assembly Joint Resolution
Sen. Pfaff, Rep. McGuire: Propose property tax relief
Madison, WI – Today, State Senator Brad Pfaff (D-Onalaska) and State Representative Tip McGuire (D-Kenosha) introduced legislation to provide property tax relief for Wisconsin families. Under the Wisconsin Circuit Breaker Property Tax Credit, Wisconsin homeowners and renters would be eligible for the
RNC: Launches intern program
The Committee on Arrangements (COA) for the 2024 Republican National Convention is officially accepting applications for its summer internship program. The 45-day internship program will be an immersive experience for prospective interns who will be placed into each department of
Rep. Neubauer: Honors Linda Boyle as Racine’s Hometown Hero
MADISON, Wis. — Today, the Wisconsin State Assembly honored Hometown Heroes from across Wisconsin. During the Assembly’s floor session, Linda Boyle was honored as the 66th Assembly District’s Hometown Hero for her leadership, dedication, and service to the Racine community