Nelson campaign: ‘Johnsonomics’ strikes again in Koch Bros. closure of 120-year-old Green Bay paper mill
“It’s a game of screwing workers, busting unions and racing to the bottom for wages and benefits.” Appleton, Wis. – Outagamie County Executive and pro-labor U.S. Senate candidate Tom Nelson condemned the union-busting closure of the 120-year-old Day Street paper
WisDems: Ron Johnson’s campaign promise: I’m going to take away your health care and raise your taxes
MADISON, Wis. — Ron Johnson has made clear that should he win a third term, his top priorities are going to be raising taxes on 32% of Wisconsinites, as well repealing the Affordable Care Act and ending protections for people
Dept. of Revenue: With tax season in final weeks, what to know before and after filling
MADISON – The April 18 individual income tax filing deadline is one month away. Taxpayers who already filed and are receiving a refund may track their refund’s status on the Where’s My Refund page of the Wisconsin Department of Revenue’s (DOR) website at revenue.wi.gov.
U.S. Rep. Gallagher: Joins colleagues to introduce bill to end US dependence on Chinese-manufactured pharmaceuticals
WASHINGTON, D.C. – As first reported by the Daily Caller, Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI), alongside Reps. Elise Stefanik (R-NY), Liz Cheney (R-WY), Ted Budd (R-NC), Vicky Hartzler (R-MO), and Bill Posey (R-TN), today introduced the Protecting our Pharmaceutical Supply Chain from China Act, which would
UW-Whitewater: Announces 2022 alumni award recipients
Five alumni who have achieved significant professional and community service success are being honored as the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater celebrates its 154th anniversary. The 2022 class of alumni award honorees include graduates with careers in education, communication, accounting, human resources
U.S. Rep. Gallagher: Says overwhelming majority of members are lying when they proxy vote
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 3/17/22 Contact: Jordan Dunn WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) today testified before the House Rules Committee on proxy voting and remote committee proceedings. During his testimony, Gallagher slammed members for lying and abusing the proxy voting process
Rep. Vruwink: Announces run for re-election in the 43rd District of the Wisconsin State Assembly
State Representative Don Vruwink released the following statement on his intention to seek a fourth term in the Wisconsin Legislature: “I have been honored to be elected three times in the 43rd Assembly District. I want to announce that I will
Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce: Files brief supporting Enbridge in case against Michigan Governor
MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce – the combined state chamber and manufacturers’ association – joined other chambers of commerce this week opposing Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s attempt to evade judgement from federal courts over her attempted shutdown of Enbridge’s Line
Dept. of Workforce Development: BLS releases state level job opening and labor turnover survey data for January 2022
MADISON – The Department of Workforce Development (DWD) today released the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey data for the month of January 2022. In brief, the JOLTS data for Wisconsin showed: Wisconsin hires
Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty: Issues letter to Cedarburg School District saying state can’t force adoption of Critical Race Theory concepts in curriculum
Local activists attempting to force district into curriculum changes The News: Attorneys at the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) issued a letter to the Cedarburg School District making clear that the district is not legally required to adopt Critical Race Theory
Veterans Chamber of Commerce, Wisconsin Veterans Network: Launches VetWorks Wisconsin serving military members and families transitioning to Wisconsin
Program provides comprehensive employment, wellness, and reintegration support during transition process to communities around Wisconsin MILWAUKEE, Wis. – The Wisconsin Veterans Chamber of Commerce, Wisconsin Veterans Network, and the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs announced Thursday the launch of a program
City of Madison: Reminds of acceptable forms of photo ID
As you prepare for the Spring Election on April 5, the City of Madison Clerk’s Office wants to remind you what types of photo ID you can use for voting in Wisconsin. Acceptable Forms of Photo ID Wisconsin driver license
Rep. Loudenbeck: Statement on LaFollette’s decision to run again
Madison- Amy Loudenbeck (R-Clinton) issued the following statement after the current Secretary of State, Doug LaFollette, announced he is running for re-election. “Evidently 44 years of collecting a taxpayer funded paycheck aren’t enough for Doug LaFollette. His announcement today
Treasurer Godlewski: Visits Kromrey Middle School, highlights over $330K for Middleton-Cross Plains Schools
Treasurer Godlewski met with students, faculty, and administrators to see the impact of over $330,000 for books and technology for school libraries in the Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District. MIDDLETON, Wis. — State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski visited Kromrey Middle School
Christenson campaign: Receives endorsements from Milwaukee County elected officials for Clerk of Court
MILWAUKEE—George Christenson today announced that he has earned the endorsements of 16 Milwaukee County elected officials including Milwaukee County Register of Deeds Israel Ramón, Milwaukee County Supervisor Felesia Martin, and former Milwaukee County Clerk and current Supervisor Joe Czarnecki.
Dept. of Military Affairs: Squad leader training focuses on diversity, people
VOLK FIELD, Wis. — Squad leaders and non-commissioned officers from units throughout the Wisconsin Army National Guard came together at Volk Field, March 13, for an inaugural Squad Leader Training event provided by some of Wisconsin’s top noncommissioned officers (NCOs).
WisDems: AG Kaul stands up against corporate polluters on behalf of Wisconsin’s working families
MADISON, Wis. — This week, Attorney General Josh Kaul launched a lawsuit against Johnson Controls and Tyco Fire Prodcuts over PFAS pollution at facilities in Marinette. Also known as “forever chemicals”, PFAS has been linked to numerous adverse health effects,
U.S. Rep. Steil: Announces listening sessions
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) announced that he will be holding three listening sessions in Southeast Wisconsin next week. The listening sessions are free and open to the people of Wisconsin’s First Congressional District. Residents are encouraged to
Dept. of Justice: AG Kaul calls on EPA to strengthen protections against childhood lead poisoning
MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul today joined a coalition of 19 state attorneys general in calling on the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to strengthen protections against lead poisoning, particularly for children living in low-income communities and