U.S. Sen. Johnson: Releases new Right to Try ad on husband who overcame severe case of COVID-19
OSHKOSH – U.S. Senator Ron Johnson (R-WI) announced today he is releasing a new ad on the personal impact of the Right to Try legislation he passed through Congress. The ad features testimony from Joel and Jennifer Webb about Joel’s experience with
DNC: As Tax Day approaches, launches ads reminding Wisconsinites that Republicans want to raise their taxes
Ahead of Tax Day on Monday, April 18, the DNC is launching a digital ad buy in Wisconsin targeted to Google searches for tax services. The ads will remind Wisconsinites of Republicans’ plan to raise taxes on 32% of people
Lasry campaign: Releases “Strengthening Our Rural Economies” plan
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Dept. of Natural Resources: Seeking public comments on Draft CAFO permit modification for Gordondale Farms in Portage County
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comments on a proposal to modify the current Concentrated Animal Feeding Operation (CAFO) permit for Gordondale Farms. Gordondale Farms is an existing CAFO located in Portage County, approximately 1
Rep. Vos: Statement: Rep. Sanfelippo’s departure
Madison… Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) released the following statement regarding the announcement that Representative Joe Sanfelippo (R- New Berlin) will not seek re-election to the State Assembly. “Rep. Sanfelippo has served in the Wisconsin State Assembly since 2012 and has been a
Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce: Judge: DNR acted unlawfully when setting certain environmental policies & standards
WAUKESHA – A Waukesha County Circuit Court judge ruled on Tuesday that the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) acted unlawfully when it failed to follow the required rulemaking process for establishing a new regulatory standard related to PFAS substances. The
WisDems: Side-By-Side, Republicans push to raise taxes, Democrats push to lower costs
MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsin Republicans have had a busy month of betraying working families and cozying up to billionaires. Even GOP leadership is struggling to defend their own agenda which would raise taxes on 32 percent of Wisconsinites and gut health care protections for those living with pre-existing
Rep. Moore: Statement on select committee’s Milwaukee field hearing and bus tour
“The Select Committee’s visit to Milwaukee is one I have advocated for, which is why I was so thrilled to welcome my colleagues to our community. I am proud to be from Wisconsin, where the Wisconsin Idea created a framework
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Visits Darlington and Dodgeville to highlight federal investments she brought to Lafayette and Iowa counties
WISCONSIN – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin visited the new site of Memorial Hospital of Lafayette County in Darlington and the Iowa County Food Pantry in Dodgeville to highlight federal funding she worked to bring home to Wisconsin in legislation that
WisDems: Round Up, Ron Johnson admits he and donors benefited from provision he pushed for in 2017 GOP tax bill
MADISON, Wis. – Senator Ron Johnson is back under scrutiny after reporting from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel uncovered audio of Johnson admitting that a key provision he fought to include in the 2017 GOP Tax Scam bill benefited his company and
Rep. Neubauer: Celebrates affirmation of RUSD referendum passage
MADISON, Wis. — Today, the Wisconsin State Supreme Court handed down their decision to uphold Racine’s 2020 school referendum as passed by Racine voters. Assembly Democratic Leader Greta Neubauer (D-Racine) released the following statement in response: “After engaging in this
League of Wisconsin Municipalities: Supreme Court agrees vacant city lot is not agricultural for tax purposes
In a case representing an important victory for local governments and their taxpayers, the Wisconsin Supreme Court upheld the Kenosha City Assessor’s determination that a vacant city lot the owner intended to develop into residential homes should be assessed as
Dept. of Justice: AG Kaul applauds EPA for plan to reaffirm mercury and air toxics standards
MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul joined a coalition of 23 states and cities in filing comments in support of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) proposal to reaffirm that it is “appropriate and necessary” under the federal Clean
Midwest Environmental Advocates: Decision in WMC lawsuit undermines state’s ability to address toxic PFAS contamination and endangers public health
Madison, WI— In a decision issued today, a Waukesha County Circuit Court judge ruled that the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources lacks the authority to regulate toxic PFAS chemicals and other emerging contaminants as hazardous substances under Wisconsin’s Spills Law.
Gov. Evers: DNR announce Potawatomi State Park observation tower request for Architectural and Engineering Services following public comment
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Secretary Preston D. Cole, today announced the administration has moved forward with a Request for Architectural and Engineering Services for the Potawatomi Observation Tower at Potawatomi State Park in Door
Nelson Campaign: Calls out Mandela Barnes for adopting Trump immigration stance
Appleton, Wis. – Outagamie County Executive and U.S. Senate candidate Tom Nelson is calling out Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes for supporting Trump and Stephen Miller position on Title 42 immigration and asylum policy. Barnes told the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel he
WisDems: 3 questions for Wisconsin Republicans as they head home for recess
MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin’s GOP representatives, Reps. Steil (WI-01), Fitzgerald (WI–05), Grothman (WI-06), Tiffany (WI-07), and Gallagher (WI-08), are heading back to Wisconsin for recess. As they’re returning home they owe their constituents some answers, as they’ve spent the last few
Dept. of Workforce Development: Game changer, Wisconsin mom back on her feet with help from DVR
Green Bay, Wisconsin – For many of us, a short walk to work is a great way to start the day. But not for Jazmine Steinfeldt of Green Bay. Every morning, she would park her car a few blocks from her office
Kleefisch Campaign: In the bews, Tom Tiffany endorses Rebecca for Governor
[Waukesha, WI] – Tom Tiffany became the first sitting Wisconsin Republican Congressman to endorse in the Wisconsin Governor’s race on Monday, throwing his support behind Rebecca Kleefisch’s campaign for governor. Rep. Tiffany adds to the growing conservative coalition casting their support
Maxey Campaign: Announces run for 15th assembly district seat
New Berlin – Dave Maxey, a member of the New Berlin City Council and past President of the New Berlin Board of Education, announced his campaign to represent the 15th Assembly District. “As a husband, father and community leader I