Gov. Evers, WEDC, Company Officials Announce Milwaukee Tool Plans to Invest $206 Million, Create 1,000 More Jobs
State will provide up to $22.5 million in additional performance-based tax credits
May 12th, 2022Gov. Evers Announces State Will Support Shipyard Building New Generation of Navy Frigates with Up to $12 Million in Tax Credits
Fincantieri Marinette Marine’s $300 million expansion expected to create 400 new jobs
May 12th, 2022Gov. Evers Announces Main Street Bounceback Grant Program Has Helped Over 4,200 Small Businesses and Nonprofits, Invests Additional $25 Million into Program
Governor's additional investment to enable 2,500 more small businesses and nonprofits to fill empty storefronts across the state
May 10th, 2022Gov. Evers Announces Major State Investment in Biopharmaceutical Company’s Wisconsin Expansion
WEDC will provide $2.5 million to Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals facility in Verona
May 9th, 2022Gov. Evers, Evers Administration Cabinet Take ‘Cabinet on the Road’ to Western Wisconsin
Gov. Tony Evers, together with members of his cabinet, hosted ‘Cabinet on the Road’ events in Osseo, Altoona, Menomonie, and Eau Claire.
May 6th, 2022Gov. Evers Announces State Building Commission Approves More than $106 Million in Projects Across Wisconsin
May 5th, 2022
Gov. Evers Announces Wisconsin Outpaces National Average for Travel Spending 24 Months in a Row
May 4th, 2022
Gov. Evers Leads Coalition of 17 Governors in Calling for Immediate Action to Protect Reproductive Rights
As U.S. Supreme Court appears poised to overturn Roe v. Wade, governors call for swift passage of Women’s Health Protection Act
May 3rd, 2022Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for District Attorneys in Adams, Iowa, Lincoln, Portage, and Rusk Counties
May 3rd, 2022
Gov. Evers Announces $20 Million Investment for Multifamily Housing Tax Credit Developments
Apr 28th, 2022
Gov. Evers Announces Native Shoreline Restoration Project Moving Forward at the Executive Residence
Stalled project receives new push to support water quality improvements on Lake Mendota
Apr 26th, 2022Gov. Evers Announces Appointments to Blue Ribbon Commission on Veteran Opportunity
Apr 25th, 2022
Gov. Evers Celebrates Earth Day, Signs Executive Order Creating the Office of Environmental Justice
Office will facilitate statewide collaboration to provide strategies to promote environmentally just policies and prevent disparate outcomes
Apr 22nd, 2022Gov. Evers, Office of Sustainability and Clean Energy Release State’s First-Ever Clean Energy Plan
Evers Administration plan outlines strategies to lower energy bills for families, reduce reliance on out-of-state energy sources, invest in job and apprenticeship training, create more than 40,000 jobs by 2030
Apr 19th, 2022Gov. Evers Releases Statement Reacting to Wisconsin Supreme Court Decision Regarding Redistricting
Apr 15th, 2022
Gov. Evers Announces $5 Million Investment to Expand Access to Telehealth Services
Mar 30th, 2022
Gov. Evers Signs Bill to Promote Awareness and Understanding of Sudden Cardiac Arrest in Young People
Law inspired by Waukesha student athlete who passed away in 2019
Mar 29th, 2022Gov. Evers Appoints Two Additional Members to the Pardon Advisory Board, Grants Another 33 Pardons
Mar 24th, 2022
Gov. Evers Announces PSC Received 194 Applications Requesting More Than $495 Million for State Broadband Expansion Grants
PSC expected to award $100 million for broadband expansion by summer 2022
Mar 24th, 2022Gov. Evers Releases Statement on U.S. Supreme Court Decision Regarding Redistricting
Mar 23rd, 2022
Gov. Evers Signs Two Bills to Support Wisconsin’s Healthcare Providers and Patients
Mar 23rd, 2022
Gov. Evers Announces More Than $86 Million for Diverse Business Investment and Diverse Business Assistance Grants
Funding will support small businesses through Community Development Financial Institutions and chambers of commerce statewide
Mar 21st, 2022Gov. Evers Signs 10 Bills to Promote Public Safety, Support Crime Victims and Survivors
Mar 17th, 2022
Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of former Lt. Gov. Margaret Farrow
Mar 17th, 2022
Gov. Evers Signs Three Bills in La Crosse to Help Address Substance Use and Overdose Deaths in Wisconsin
Mar 16th, 2022
Gov. Evers Announces More Than $50 Million Investment in Safer Communities Across Wisconsin
New investments to address reckless driving, expand pre-trial GPS supervision, while supporting evidence-based crime prevention strategies, local and tribal law enforcement agencies, and alleviating court backlogs
Mar 15th, 2022Gov. Evers Announces Additional Security Pay Program for State Employees
Mar 11th, 2022
Gov. Evers Announces $20 Million in Healthcare Infrastructure Grants to Support Healthcare Access in Racine
Mar 11th, 2022
Gov. Evers Announces More Than $17.2 Million in Community Development Block Grant Housing Awards
Regional housing awards will help low- and moderate-income families purchase or repair homes
Mar 10th, 2022Gov. Evers Blasts Congressional Leaders for Plan to Cut an Estimated $225 Million of Wisconsin’s American Rescue Plan Act Funds
Governor urges Congress to reconsider omnibus budget bill provision to rescind COVID-19 relief aid for certain states, including Wisconsin
Mar 9th, 2022Gov. Evers Announces More Than $6 Million in Healthcare Infrastructure Grants to Support New Clinic in Elroy
Mar 8th, 2022
Gov. Evers Slams Republicans for Failing to Address Rising Costs, Barriers to Employment in Wisconsin
As gas prices near $4 per gallon in Wisconsin and national inflation is highest in four decades, Republicans refuse to consider governor’s plan to send every Wisconsin family of four $600
Mar 8th, 2022Gov. Evers Releases Statement Regarding Passing of former Lt. Gov. Margaret Farrow
Mar 8th, 2022
Gov. Evers Announces More Than $7.9 Million in Healthcare Infrastructure Grants in Appleton
Funding will support capital improvement projects at Tri-County Community Dental Clinic and Mosaic Family Health Inc.
Mar 8th, 2022Gov. Evers, Governors Urge Congress to Suspend Federal Gas Tax as Wisconsinites See Rising Costs at Gas Pumps
Governor calls for urgent congressional action as average gas price per gallon in Wisconsin nears $4
Mar 8th, 2022Gov. Evers Signs Two Bills to Support Service Members and their Families, Address Workforce Shortages
Mar 8th, 2022
Gov. Evers Announces Launch of Wisconsin Help for Homeowners Program
$92 million program will provide mortgage, local property tax assistance, and support for essential utilities and internet costs to homeowners at risk of losing their homes
Mar 7th, 2022Gov. Evers Signs Two Bills, Helps Wisconsin Restaurants Continue to Rebound and Recover
Mar 7th, 2022
Gov. Evers Appoints Michael Kenitz to the Washington County Circuit Court
Mar 4th, 2022
Gov. Evers Announces More than $212.9 Million in Awards for Neighborhood Investment Fund Program
Governor concludes statewide tour awarding funds with stops in Kenosha, Fond du Lac, and Green Bay
Mar 3rd, 2022Gov. Evers Announces $8.4 Million Released to the City of Milwaukee for Violence Prevention
Mar 2nd, 2022
Gov. Evers Announces New Recommendations for Tackling Homelessness in Wisconsin
Interagency Council on homelessness adopts “Welcoming Wisconsin Home” report, outlines new steps to address homelessness in Wisconsin
Feb 28th, 2022Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of former State Rep. Daniel R. LeMahieu
Feb 25th, 2022
Gov. Evers Announces More Than $20 Million Neighborhood Investment Fund Grant for Madison and Dane County
Feb 24th, 2022
Gov. Evers Announces More Than $25 Million Neighborhood Investment Fund Grant for Milwaukee and Milwaukee County
Feb 23rd, 2022
Gov. Evers Announces $9 Million Neighborhood Investment Fund Grant for City of Beloit
Feb 23rd, 2022
Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order Creating Blue Ribbon Commission on Veteran Opportunity
Feb 21st, 2022
Gov. Evers, Forest County Potawatomi Sign Compact Amendment Permitting Event Wagering
Feb 18th, 2022
Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order Calling Legislature into Special Session to Address Rising Costs Facing Families, Reduce Barriers to Employment, Invest in Our Schools
Governor’s special session legislation provides $600 surplus refund to Wisconsin family of four, targeted relief for childcare and caregiver costs, and investments in education while holding the line on property taxes
Feb 16th, 2022Gov. Evers Announces $1 Million in Funding for Teacher Training and Recruitment
Feb 14th, 2022
Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of former State Sen. Joseph S. Leean
Feb 11th, 2022
Gov. Evers Announces State Building Commission Approves More than $28 Million in Projects Across Wisconsin
Feb 9th, 2022
Gov. Evers, DATCP, WEDC Celebrate Funds for Agricultural Exports Initiative
Feb 9th, 2022
Gov. Evers Pledges State Support for Wisconsin Paper, Forest Production Industry’s Federal Grant Application
State would provide up to $8.2 million in matching funds to secure $100 million federal grant
Feb 2nd, 2022Gov. Evers Provides Update on More than $4.5 Billion in Pandemic Relief and Recovery Investments
Feb 2nd, 2022
Gov. Evers Welcomes Grand Craft Boats to Wisconsin
Custom boat builder will employ up to 20 skilled workers in Genoa City
Feb 1st, 2022Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Firefighter Robert A. Stevens
Feb 1st, 2022
Rep. Bowen Statement Gov. Evers’ Forward-Thinking Surplus Plan
“We Have a Golden Opportunity to Make a Real Difference in the Lives of our Constituents for Generations to Come”
Jan 28th, 2022Gov. Evers Announces Plan Using Surplus Funds to Address Rising Costs, Barriers to Employment in Wisconsin
Governor’s plan provides $150 surplus refund to every Wisconsin resident, targeted relief for childcare and caregiver costs, and investments in education while holding the line on property taxes
Jan 27th, 2022Gov. Evers Highlights More Than $23 Million in Broadband Access Grants in Rural Wisconsin
Grants to connect more than 3,600 locations with new fiber broadband service
Jan 26th, 2022Gov. Evers, PSC Urge Customers to Apply for Affordable Connectivity Program
Jan 24th, 2022
Gov. Evers Announces More Than 5.4 Million Pieces of PPE Distributed So Far in 2022
More than 533,000 pieces of PPE distributed to school districts across Wisconsin this year
Jan 24th, 2022Gov. Evers Joins AG Kaul, Lawmakers, Advocates in Push to Defend Reproductive Healthcare Access in Wisconsin
Days before Roe v. Wade anniversary, leaders call for urgent action to protect access to abortion in light of pending U.S. Supreme Court decision
Jan 20th, 2022Gov. Evers, WEDC Highlight Affordable Housing and Access to Healthcare in Southwest Wisconsin
Gov. Tony Evers and WEDC Secretary and CEO Missy Hughes announce grant for Prairie du Chien, visit expanded dental clinic in Dodgeville
Jan 19th, 2022Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address on Continued Support for Students, Families, and Schools as Omicron Spreads
Jan 13th, 2022
Gov. Evers Announces Wisconsin National Guard to Support Hospital and Nursing Home Capacity
Jan 13th, 2022
Gov. Evers, OCI Announce Cost of COVID-19 At-Home Tests to be Covered by all Health Plans
New requirement comes from Biden Administration as Omicron Cases Surge
Jan 13th, 2022Because of Gov. Evers, Wisconsinites Begin New Year With More Money in Their Pockets
Jan 12th, 2022
Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Firefighter James Ludlum and Captain Brian Busch
Jan 11th, 2022
Gov. Evers, DATCP Announce Investment in Statewide Meat Talent Development
Jan 11th, 2022
Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Firefighter Stephen M. Smith
Dec 28th, 2021
Gov. Evers Grants More Pardons Than Any Governor in Contemporary History
Governor announces another 30 pardons granted, bringing total to 337
Dec 28th, 2021Gov. Evers, First Lady Release Video Greeting, Deliver Radio Address Wishing Wisconsinites a Merry Christmas
Dec 23rd, 2021
Gov. Evers Announces $18 Million to Help Wisconsin Families Pay Water Bills
Rent and utility assistance programs still available for households in need
Dec 22nd, 2021Gov. Evers Announces Largest Positive GAAP Balance in Wisconsin State History
State will have a positive GAAP balance for the second year in a row, $1.18 billion positive GAAP balance in state's general fund for Fiscal Year 2020-21
Dec 21st, 2021Gov. Evers Awards More Than $27 Million in Grants to Event Venues and Live Event Small Businesses
Dec 21st, 2021
Gov. Evers, St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin Sign Compact Amendment Permitting Event Wagering
Dec 20th, 2021
Gov. Evers Announces More Than 20,000 Farmers Receive $50 Million Through 2021 Farm Support Program
Direct support to farmers through three rounds of Farm Support Program exceeded $1 million in more than half of Wisconsin's 72 counties
Dec 20th, 2021Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Battalion Chief Sean Slowey
Dec 16th, 2021
Gov. Evers: Wisconsin’s Unemployment Rate Ties All-Time Record Low
Wisconsin's unemployment rate lowest it's been since November 2018 at 3 percent
Dec 16th, 2021Gov. Evers Announces State Building Commission Approves More than $60 Million in Projects Across Wisconsin
Dec 16th, 2021
Gov. Evers Submits New Redistricting Maps Using “Least Change” Approach Pursuant to Court Order
After Wisconsin Supreme Court rejects maps prepared by the nonpartisan redistricting commission, governor submits new maps to improve Republicans’ current gerrymandered maps
Dec 15th, 2021Gov. Evers Announces Nearly $60 Million in Projects Aimed at Developing Long-Term Solutions to State’s Workforce Challenges
12 regional projects through Workforce Innovation Grants will help bolster Wisconsin workforce in counties across the state
Dec 14th, 2021Gov. Evers, Sixteen Governors Urge Senate Action to Protect Voting Rights
Dec 13th, 2021
Gov. Evers Celebrates More Than $800 Million Investment Wisconsin to Receive for Water Infrastructure
Wisconsin to receive $142 million in 2022 to invest in ensuring safe drinking water
Dec 8th, 2021Gov. Evers Takes Action on Two Bills to Support Victims and Survivors of Sexual Assault
Dec 6th, 2021
Gov. Evers, WEDC Announce $150,000 Grant for Computer Science Education Pilot Program
Dec 6th, 2021
Gov. Evers Takes Action on 29 Bills, Vetoes Legislation Restricting Reproductive Healthcare
Dec 3rd, 2021
Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Firefighter Brandon R. Romo
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Dec 3rd, 2021Gov. Evers Delivers on Promise to do What’s Best for Kids, Invests $110 Million in Wisconsin Kids and Schools
Funding directed by the governor to provide new, additional funding to every school district in Wisconsin
Dec 2nd, 2021Gov. Evers Announces More Than $200 Million for Wisconsin Communities Through ARPA State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds
Funds ensure local communities can invest in unique needs toward ensuring economic recovery
Nov 29th, 2021Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff to Honor Master Trooper Daniel Stainbrook
Nov 29th, 2021
Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Officer Daniel J. Daly
Nov 23rd, 2021
Gov. Evers Announces Insurance Commissioner Afable Leaving Administration
Nov 23rd, 2021
Gov. Evers Vetoes GOP’s “Gerrymandering 2.0” Maps
Governor vetoes maps that would maintain Republicans’ undemocratic majorities, increase partisan advantage
Nov 18th, 2021Gov. Evers Releases Statement Regarding Passing of Master Trooper Dan Stainbrook
Nov 17th, 2021
Gov. Evers Announces $6 Million in Grants for Youth, Domestic Abuse, and Homelessness Shelters
Targeted investments to help at-risk Wisconsinites made during Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week
Nov 16th, 2021Gov. Evers, DWD Announce $20 Million in Workforce Advancement Initiative Grants to 11 Regions in Wisconsin
Grants will help reduce barriers to employment for more than 2,300 Wisconsinites to get back to work
Nov 15th, 2021Gov. Evers Authorizes Wisconsin National Guard to Support Local Partners in Kenosha
Nov 12th, 2021
Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Lt. Col. John A. Palese Jr.
Nov 12th, 2021
Gov. Evers Signs Senate Bill 345 Designating a Purple Heart Memorial Highway
Nov 11th, 2021
Gov. Evers Announces “Hometown for the Holidays” for the 2021 State Capitol Holiday Tree
Nov 10th, 2021
Gov. Evers Announces Wisconsin to Join the Bloomberg Opioids Overdose Prevention Initiative
Bloomberg Philanthropies expands initiative to five new states, commits additional $120 million to reduce overdose deaths in U.S.
Nov 10th, 2021Gov. Evers Announces $100 Million for Next Round of State Broadband Expansion Grants
Nov 9th, 2021
Gov. Evers: Passage of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act is “Win for Wisconsin”
Nov 8th, 2021
Gov. Evers, Tourism Announce Wisconsin Monthly Tourism Spending Tops Record-Setting Year for First Time Since 2019
Wisconsin is first state in competitor-set to exceed pre-pandemic monthly tourist spending
Nov 4th, 2021Gov. Evers, Legislature Presented Maps Prepared by Nonpartisan Redistricting Commission
State's nonpartisan redistricting commission completes fair maps with input from Wisconsinites, field experts
Nov 2nd, 2021Gov. Evers Appoints Kristela Cervera as Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge
Oct 29th, 2021
Gov. Evers orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Volunteer Firefighter Gary E. Berg
Oct 22nd, 2021
Gov. Evers, DATCP Celebrate Funds for Meat Processing Grant Program
Governor's meat processor grant program to support meat processing supply chain moves forward
Oct 19th, 2021Gov. Evers Announces $45 Million Investment in Safer Communities, Violence Prevention Efforts
Oct 13th, 2021
Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order on Indigenous Peoples Day Issuing Formal Acknowledgement, Apology for State’s Historical Role in Indian Boarding Schools
Governor’s order expresses support for federal investigations into Indian boarding schools
Oct 11th, 2021Gov. Evers, Sen. Baldwin, and Mayor Nickels Announce Final Designation of the Wisconsin Shipwreck Coast National Marine Sanctuary
The governor joined federal, state, and local leaders to celebrate designation in Manitowoc
Oct 9th, 2021Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Wisconsin’s Firefighters
Oct 8th, 2021
Gov. Evers Announces Wisconsin Environmental Equity Tool to Assess Environmental and Public Health Needs Statewide
Upcoming listening sessions will help state develop tool with input from local communities
Oct 7th, 2021Gov. Evers, WEDC Announce Custom Boat Manufacturer Relocating to Wisconsin
Grand Craft moving operations from Michigan to southeastern Wisconsin
Oct 7th, 2021Gov. Evers Unveils $75 Million in Grants to Support Equitable Economic Recovery and Diverse Business Investment
Governor’s investments toward diverse, equitable economic recovery now total $125 million
Oct 5th, 2021Gov. Evers, WEDC Announce $4.5 Million to Support Expansion in Wisconsin’s Dairy Industry
Oct 4th, 2021
Gov. Evers, WDVA Announce Grant Application Period Open for Nonprofits that Assist, Train Veteran Entrepreneurs
Eligible nonprofits must apply for the grant by Nov. 1, 2021, at 4 p.m.
Oct 1st, 2021Gov. Evers Joins DATCP and Tourism to Kick-Off Agricultural Tourism Week in Wisconsin
Sep 28th, 2021
Gov. Evers Announces Generac Expansion in Wisconsin, Creating 700 New Jobs
Sep 28th, 2021
Gov. Evers Announces Appointments to the New Physician Assistant Affiliated Credentialing Board
Sep 21st, 2021
Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address on New Investments to Support Local COVID-19 Pandemic Response and Recovery
Sep 16th, 2021
Gov. Evers, Attorney General Kaul File Motion to Intervene in Redistricting Lawsuit
Governor asks to intervene in lawsuit asking a federal court to draw Wisconsin’s electoral maps
Sep 13th, 2021Gov. Evers Announces $58.4 Million Investment in Local COVID-19 Pandemic Response and Recovery
Local and tribal health departments receive funding from American Rescue Plan Act
Sep 13th, 2021Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Barber Brothers Who Lost Their Lives in Pearl Harbor Attack
Flags to be lowered as a tribute to the Barber Brothers, Fireman First Class Malcom J. Barber, Fireman First Class Leroy K. Barber, and Fireman Second Class Randolph H. Barber of the United States Navy
Sep 9th, 2021Gov. Evers Grants 71 Pardons, Signs Executive Order Expediting and Expanding Pardon Process
In first term alone, governor on target to pardon more people than any governor in contemporary history
Sep 7th, 2021Gov. Evers, DHS Announce Deputy Secretary Willems Van Dijk to Retire
Governor thanks Deputy Secretary Willems Van Dijk for years of service to the state, welcomes Deb Standridge to new role
Sep 3rd, 2021Gov. Evers, DHS Announce Extension of the $100 COVID-19 Vaccine Reward Program
More than 65,000 Wisconsinites receive first dose of COVID-19 vaccine between Aug. 20 and Sept. 1
Sep 3rd, 2021Gov. Evers Appoints Anne Sayers as Secretary-designee of the Wisconsin Department of Tourism
Sep 2nd, 2021
Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address Welcoming Wisconsin Students Back to School
Sep 2nd, 2021
Gov. Evers Announces Donation Opportunities to Support Afghan Evacuees at For McCoy
Clean, new clothing and footwear among most needed supplies
Sep 2nd, 2021Gov. Evers, DHS Announce $5.7 Million in Funding for Mental Health Emergency Center in Milwaukee
Investment continues Administration's efforts to ensure state rebounds and recovers from the coronavirus pandemic
Aug 31st, 2021Gov. Evers Announces $25 Million Investment for Transit Services in Madison and Milwaukee
Aug 30th, 2021
Gov. Evers Appoints Peter Rindal as Eau Claire County District Attorney
Gov. Evers’ appointment fills a vacancy created by the resignation of former District Attorney Gary King.
Aug 27th, 2021Gov. Evers Announces Upgraded Bond Ratings for State of Wisconsin, State Continues to Make Economic Rebounds
Multiple ratings agencies upgrade Wisconsin's bond rating based on state's strong fiscal performance under Evers Administration
Aug 27th, 2021Gov. Evers Appoints David Patton as Wood County Coroner
This appointment fills a vacancy created by the resignation of Scott Brehm, effective May 15, 2021.
Aug 27th, 2021Gov. Evers Visits Fort McCoy, Evers Administration Delivers Diapers, Clothing to Afghan Individuals, Families
Aug 25th, 2021
Gov. Evers Announces $250 Million for New Grant Programs to Help Wisconsin Communities Rebound and Build Long-Term Economic Recovery
Neighborhood Investment Fund and Healthcare Infrastructure Capital Investment grant programs will provide funding for transformational projects
Aug 24th, 2021Gov. Evers, DHS Announce Wisconsin Vaccinators Have Administered 6 Million Doses of COVID-19 Vaccine
Over 50 percent of Wisconsinites have completed their vaccine series
Aug 23rd, 2021Gov. Evers Launches $100 COVID-19 Vaccine Reward Program to Encourage Wisconsinites to Get Vaccinated
Wisconsinites will receive $100 by getting vaccinated now through September 6
Aug 23rd, 2021Gov. Evers Releases Statement One Year After Jacob Blake Shooting
Gov. Tony Evers today released a statement one year after police shot Jacob Blake in Kenosha, Wisconsin.
Aug 23rd, 2021Gov. Evers, WEDC Highlight Trade Data Report Showing Wisconsin’s Continued Economic Rebound
Exports continue to bounce back strong in first six months of 2021, state sees a more than 18 percent growth compared to 2020
Aug 20th, 2021Gov. Evers Appoints Tim Sheehy as Chair of the Southeast Wisconsin Professional Baseball Park District Board
Aug 20th, 2021
Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address Highlighting $50 Million in New Funding for Wisconsin Farmers
Aug 19th, 2021
Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce Rail Project to Help Spur $10 Million Investment, 40 New Jobs in Walworth County
Aug 19th, 2021
Gov. Evers Announces Additional $50 Million to Support Wisconsin Farmers, Agriculture Industry
New direct aid initiative comes after governor distributed $50 million through Farm Support Program last year
Aug 18th, 2021Gov. Evers Releases Statement Regarding Afghanistan and Refugee Reception at Fort McCoy
Aug 17th, 2021
Gov. Evers, DHS Announce 608 COVID-19 Vaccine Doses Administered at Wisconsin State Fair
On-site vaccination clinic brings COVID-19 vaccines and free cream puffs to many during Wisconsin State Fair
Aug 16th, 2021Gov. Evers Provides Update on More than $4.5 Billion in Pandemic Relief and Recovery Investments
Pandemic-relief investments target infrastructure, tourism, workforce, other key areas to ensure economic recovery
Aug 16th, 2021Gov. Evers, DHS Announce 50 Percent of Wisconsinites Fully Vaccinated Against COVID-19
Gov. Evers, DHS urge those eligible who have not gotten the vaccine to do so as soon as possible
Aug 13th, 2021Gov. Evers Announces Vaccine Clinics, Encourages State Workers and Families to Get COVID-19 Vaccine
Vaccination is key to protecting employees and their families from Delta variant
Aug 13th, 2021Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address Underscoring Critical Need to Protect Voting Rights in Wisconsin
Aug 12th, 2021
Gov. Evers Awards $50 Million in Beyond the Classroom Grants
Includes $500,000 awarded for technical assistance to out-of-school nonprofits
Aug 12th, 2021Gov. Evers Announces State Building Commission Approves More than $92 Million in Projects Across Wisconsin
Aug 11th, 2021
Gov. Evers Vetoes Republican Efforts to Curtail Voting
Governor vetoes GOP bills that reflect national effort to damage democracy
Aug 10th, 2021Gov. Evers, DHS Announce 194 COVID-19 Vaccine Doses Administered at Wisconsin State Fair
On-site vaccination clinic brings COVID-19 vaccines and free cream puffs to many during Wisconsin State Fair’s opening days
Aug 9th, 2021Gov. Evers Announces More Than $70 Million in Grants Distributed to Wisconsin’s Lodging Industry
Aug 9th, 2021
Gov. Evers, DHS Announce Free Cream Puffs for Individuals Receiving COVID-19 Vaccine at Wisconsin State Fair
Governor, DHS, Wisconsin State Fair collaborate to host on-site COVID-19 vaccine clinic at Wisconsin State Fair
Aug 4th, 2021Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order #128 Declaring a State of Emergency Due to Severe Weather
Jul 29th, 2021
Gov. Evers Statement on Special Session to Do What’s Best for Kids
Republicans reject more than $400 million for K-12, more than $100 million for higher education
Jul 27th, 2021Gov. Evers Signs Senate Bill 101 Designating the Bart Starr Memorial Bridge in Green Bay
Jul 27th, 2021
Gov. Evers Calls Legislature into Special Session to Do What’s Best for Kids
Governor announces special session plan to put more than $400 million into K-12, more than $100 million into higher education
Jul 26th, 2021Gov. Evers Announces More than $22 Million of Public Infrastructure Grants to Wisconsin Municipalities
Jul 26th, 2021
Gov. Evers, Several Great Lakes States’ Governors Commend Bipartisan Collaboration in Washington to Address PFAS
Jul 23rd, 2021
Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address Celebrating Milwaukee Bucks’ Historic Securing of the NBA Championship
Jul 22nd, 2021
Gov. Evers Applauds WHEFA for a Successful 2021 Fiscal Year Helping Wisconsin Nonprofits
Jul 16th, 2021
Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address on Providing Tax Relief for Middle-Class Families, Support for Schools
Jul 15th, 2021
Gov. Evers, WEDC Celebrate Heartland Produce Groundbreaking on New $29 Million Facility in Kenosha
WEDC supports project with up to $500,000 in tax credits
Jul 15th, 2021Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of U.S. Airforce Airman 2nd Class Edward J. Miller
Jul 15th, 2021
Gov. Evers Announces Groundbreaking $130 Million Investment in Workforce Solutions
New workforce programs build on successes and incentivize new solutions to workforce challenges
Jul 14th, 2021Gov. Evers Signs Assembly Bill 406, Ensures Wisconsin Businesses Continue to Bounce Back
Jul 8th, 2021
Gov. Evers Signs One of the Largest Tax Cuts in Wisconsin State History, Announces More Than $100 million in New Funding for Public Schools
Governor provides more than $2 billion in individual tax relief, delivers on campaign promise to cut taxes for middle-class families by 10 percent
Jul 8th, 2021Gov. Evers Announces Wisconsin Emergency Rental Assistance Program Payment of Internet Bills
Jul 7th, 2021
Gov. Evers, Oneida Nation Chairman Hill Sign Compact Amendment Permitting Event Wagering
Jul 1st, 2021
Gov. Evers, DHS Announce Gender-Neutral Language Options for Parents to be Added to Wisconsin Birth Certificates
Jun 28th, 2021
Gov. Evers Announces $1.4 Million in Grants for Wisconsin’s Coastal Communities
Jun 28th, 2021
Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address on Critical New Relief for the Tourism and Entertainment Industries
Jun 24th, 2021
Gov. Evers Announces More Than $140 Million for Wisconsin’s Tourism and Entertainment Industries
Jun 24th, 2021
Gov. Evers Expresses Disappointment After Assembly Fails to Adopt Bipartisan Amendment Supporting Verso, Park Falls Paper Mills
Failure to adopt amendment proposed by bipartisan coalition jeopardizes federal funds, paper mill support
Jun 22nd, 2021Gov. Evers Announces NOAA Designation for National Marine Sanctuary Off Coast of Lake Michigan Advances
National Marine Sanctuary to preserve historical shipwrecks and promote education and tourism
Jun 22nd, 2021Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of former State Representative Ann Hraychuck
Jun 21st, 2021
Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order Raising Juneteenth Flag at State Capitol for Second Year in a Row
Jun 18th, 2021
Gov. Evers Announces Wisconsin Awarded $3 Million for Central Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery Expansion
Jun 18th, 2021
Gov. Evers Releases Statement on Supreme Court’s Decision in California v. Texas
Jun 17th, 2021
Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Firefighter Joshua D. Fedie of the Boscobel Fire Department
Jun 11th, 2021
Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address Celebrating State’s Continued Economic Recovery, Bounce Back from COVID-19
Jun 10th, 2021
Gov. Evers Celebrates Wisconsin’s Continued Economic Recovery, Bounce Back from Coronavirus Pandemic
As Wisconsin economy rebounds, ranks among the best in the nation for shots in arms and low unemployment rate, governor reverses FY 20-21 lapses
Jun 8th, 2021Gov. Evers Announces Rainbow Pride Flag to be Flown Statewide in Celebration of Pride Month
Governor signs executive orders directing state agencies to use gender-neutral language, prohibiting use of state and federal funds for conversion therapy
Jun 1st, 2021Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Maj. Gen. James G. Blaney
May 27th, 2021
Building Commission Approves Nearly $87 Million in Projects in Wisconsin
Projects include nearly $66 million approved for Mendota Juvenile Treatment Center expansion
May 26th, 2021Gov. Evers Blasts Republicans for Playing Politics with Wisconsin’s Economic Recovery
Republicans gavel out of special session in seconds, reject plan to expand BadgerCare, invest $1 billion into economic development projects and initiatives in the wake of coronavirus pandemic
May 25th, 2021Gov. Evers Announces Application Dates for $420 Million in Wisconsin Tomorrow Small Business Recovery Grants
Participating businesses to receive $5,000; grant program to help up to 84,000 Wisconsin small businesses
May 24th, 2021Gov. Evers Calls Special Session to Expand Access to Healthcare, Invest $1 Billion Into State’s Economic Recovery
Governor's proposal calls for reinvesting BadgerCare expansion cost savings into economic development projects across the state
May 19th, 2021Gov. Evers Signs Bill Designating May 14 as Hmong-Lao Veterans Day, Orders Flags to Half-Staff
May 14th, 2021
Gov. Evers, WEDC Announce Pilot Program to Test SpaceX Internet Service in Eau Claire County
Rural residents, businesses will test Starlink service
May 13th, 2021Gov. Evers Calls on Wisconsinites to Contact Their Legislators
Republicans on Joint Finance Committee gut Badger Bounceback agenda
May 6th, 2021Gov. Evers Releases Statement Regarding Shooting at Oneida Casino Complex
May 1st, 2021
Gov. Evers Announces $420 Million in Wisconsin Tomorrow Small Business Recovery Grants
Participating businesses to receive $5,000; grant program to potentially help approximately 84,000 Wisconsin small businesses
Apr 22nd, 2021Gov. Evers Celebrates Earth Day, Signs Executive Order Pledging to Conserve and Restore Forestland
Executive order pledges state to plant 75 million trees by 2030
Apr 22nd, 2021Gov. Evers, State Legislators Announce Legislation to Address Statewide PFAS Contamination
Democrats reintroduce the CLEAR Act to enact and enforce statewide PFAS standards, fund PFAS testing, monitoring, and mitigation efforts
Apr 21st, 2021Gov. Evers Announces Renegotiated Foxconn Contract to Save Taxpayers $2.77 Billion
$80 million, six-year agreement to guarantee taxpayer savings, protect local and state infrastructure investments, require job creation to receive incentives
Apr 20th, 2021Gov. Evers Announces $50 Million to Support Kids’ Learning Opportunities, Mental Health
Beyond the Classroom grants help ensure access to learning opportunities and programming for school-aged kids
Apr 20th, 2021Gov. Evers, Foxconn Reach New Agreement
Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors set to review, approve agreement
Apr 19th, 2021Gov. Evers Reaches Deal with USDA, Preserves More Than $70 Million a Month in Food Assistance for Wisconsin Families
More than 400,000 Wisconsin households to continue seeing emergency food assistance as state COVID-19 cases trend in wrong direction
Apr 13th, 2021Gov. Evers Announces More Than $46 Million in Support to Small Businesses
Estimated 9,300 small businesses to receive $5,000 grants through ‘We’re All In’ program
Apr 6th, 2021Gov. Evers Announces FEMA Support for COVID-19 Mass Vaccination Clinic Site in Madison Begins April 7
Mass vaccination clinic to serve thousands at Alliant Energy Center
Apr 6th, 2021Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order #110, Declares State of Emergency Due to Elevated Wildfire Conditions
Apr 5th, 2021
Gov. Evers, DOT Secretary-designee Thompson Highlight Transportation Investments in Video Message with Local Leaders
The governor and secretary-designee are joined by Wausau Mayor Katie Rosenberg, La Crosse County Highway Commissioner Ron Chamberlain, Brown County Executive Troy Streckenbach
Apr 2nd, 2021Gov. Evers Signs PSC Bill to Support Voice of Utility Customers
New Law Provides Stable Funding for Citizens Utility Board
Apr 1st, 2021Gov. Evers, DHS Announce Everyone 16 and Older Eligible for COVID-19 Vaccine Starting April 5
Wisconsin leads the nation in getting available shots in arms
Mar 30th, 2021Gov. Evers, DHS Announce One Million Wisconsinites Have Been Fully Vaccinated Against COVID-19
Mar 29th, 2021
Gov. Evers Hosts Badger Bounceback Live Session on Transportation and Infrastructure
Virtual listening session will cover topics including fixing roads and bridges, investing in transit and transportation alternatives, and expanding access to broadband
Mar 29th, 2021Gov. Evers, DHS Announce Community-Based Vaccination Clinic in Marathon County Opens April 6
Fourth DHS community-based vaccination clinic to open
Mar 25th, 2021Gov. Evers Announces Concurrence with Department of Interior’s Decision Regarding Ho-Chunk Nation’s Beloit Casino Proposal
Beloit project expected to create more than 1,500 long-term jobs, 2,000 construction jobs
Mar 24th, 2021Gov. Evers Hosts Badger Bounceback Live Session on Healthcare Affordability and Accessibility in Wisconsin
Virtual listening session will cover topics including protecting and expanding access to healthcare, investing in mental health services, lowering prescription drug costs, and caring for aging and older adults
Mar 22nd, 2021Gov. Evers Appoints Mark G. Schroeder to the Outagamie County Circuit Court
Mar 19th, 2021
Gov. Evers Announces FEMA COVID-19 Mass Vaccination Clinic Site to Open in Eau Claire on April 8
Mass vaccination clinic to serve thousands in the Chippewa Valley area
Mar 18th, 2021Gov. Evers and DHS Move up People with Medical Conditions for COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility to March 22
Date Moved Up Due to Availability of Appointments and Increased Vaccine Supply
Mar 16th, 2021As State Looks to Bounce Back from Pandemic, Gov. Evers Urges Bipartisan Support for $2.38 Billion in Capital Budget Investments to Provide Estimated 29,000 Family-Supporting Jobs, $4.3 Billion in Economic Impact
Governor's 2021-23 capital budget to be taken up by State Building Commission this week includes major projects in both Republican and Democratic districts
Mar 15th, 2021Gov. Evers Kicks Off Series of Badger Bounceback Live Sessions with Focus on Economic Recovery & Opportunity
Virtual listening session will cover topics including supporting small businesses and farmers, kickstarting innovation, and helping working families
Mar 15th, 2021Gov. Evers Announces FEMA Support for Milwaukee COVID-19 Mass Vaccination Clinic Site
Mass vaccination clinic will transition to federal support on March 15
Mar 15th, 2021One Year After Declaring First COVID-19 Emergency Declaration, Gov. Evers, First Lady Evers Receive Second Dose of COVID-19 Vaccine
On one-year anniversary of first emergency declaration, Wisconsin leads the country in COVID-19 vaccine shots used
Mar 12th, 2021Gov. Evers, DHS Announce Community-Based Vaccination Clinic in Racine County Opens March 23
Third DHS community-based vaccination clinic to open
Mar 12th, 2021Gov. Evers to Host Six Virtual Badger Bounceback Live Sessions
Governor will kick off listening session tour with focus on economic recovery and opportunity
Mar 8th, 2021Gov. Evers, DHS Announce 1 Million Wisconsinites Have Received at Least One Dose of the COVID-19 Vaccine
Wisconsin continues to be regional, national leader in vaccine administration
Mar 5th, 2021Gov. Evers to Visit DHS Community-Based Vaccination Clinic in La Crosse County on Opening Day
Mar 4th, 2021
Gov. Evers, WEDC, PSC Announce $100,000 Grant to Assist Drone-based Broadband to Serve Students in Eagle River
Feb 26th, 2021
Gov. Evers Signs Bill Expanding COVID-19 Vaccine Administration
Pharmacy technicians, students allowed to administer vaccines under certain conditions
Feb 19th, 2021Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address on Badger Bounceback Plan to Help Families and Businesses
Feb 19th, 2021
Gov. Evers Provides $480 Million in Tax Relief for Wisconsin Businesses and Families Affected by Pandemic
Feb 18th, 2021
Gov. Evers’ Badger Bounceback Agenda Receives Bipartisan Praise, Support
Feb 18th, 2021
Gov. Evers Announces Badger Bounceback Budget Investments to Support Small Business, Kickstart Innovation
Governor proposes $200 million to assist small businesses in recovering from COVID-19 pandemic
Feb 14th, 2021Gov. Evers Proposes Plan to Enhance Local Control, Bolster Local Communities’ Economic Recovery
Governor's proposal allows local leaders and community members to have a say in sales tax increases
Feb 12th, 2021Gov. Evers’ Budget to Include More Than $150 Million investment in Critical Mental Health Services for Wisconsinites, Expand BadgerCare
Governor invests in kids and families, farmers, veterans, folks with substance use disorders, uninsured or underinsured Wisconsinites, and those experiencing mental health crises
Feb 10th, 2021Gov. Evers Announces Hundreds of Millions in Investments Supporting Wisconsin’s Kids, Families, and Caregivers
Governor's budget proposal directs more than $140 million over biennium to address childcare quality, affordability, and access, invests more than $600 million in long-term care infrastructure
Feb 9th, 2021Gov. Evers, DHS Announce First Community-Based Vaccination Clinic In Rock County To Open February 16
Feb 8th, 2021
Gov. Evers Proposes Legalizing Marijuana, Investing Portion of Revenue in Equity Initiatives and Rural Schools
Governor’s proposal regulates and taxes marijuana much like alcohol, generates more than $165 million annually beginning in Fiscal Year 2023
Feb 7th, 2021Gov. Evers to Veto GOP Bill Limiting Response to Pandemic
Legislature abandons bipartisan compromise, sends first bill to governor’s desk in more than 290 days
Feb 5th, 2021Gov. Evers Unveils Historic Investment Proposal for Wisconsin’s Agriculture Economy and Farm Families
Governor’s 2021-23 biennial budget to include more than $43 million investment in agricultural industry
Feb 5th, 2021Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address on his Plan to Reduce Prescription Drug Costs for Wisconsinites
Feb 4th, 2021
Gov. Evers Puts Public Health Before Politics, Signs New Public Health Emergency
Feb 4th, 2021
Gov. Evers to Legislature on Modernizing UI System: “I don’t care who gets the credit, I just want to get it done.”
Legislature yet to take action on governor’s special session to modernize unemployment system
Feb 4th, 2021Gov. Evers Announces Bold, Comprehensive Plan to Reduce Prescription Drug Costs for Wisconsinites
Governor’s 2021-23 biennial budget to include comprehensive package to address soaring prescription drug prices
Feb 3rd, 2021Gov. Evers, OCI Announce New Open Enrollment Period for HealthCare.gov Only Two Weeks Away
Feb 1st, 2021
Gov. Evers Announces WEDC Incentive Package for Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company in Chippewa Falls
New Enterprise Zone would help company retain nearly 500 high-paying jobs in Chippewa Falls
Jan 26th, 2021Gov. Evers Announces State to Take Legal Action Against PFAS Contaminators
State will seek outside legal counsel to investigate and prepare for litigation against corporate actors responsible
Jan 22nd, 2021Gov. Evers, Gov. Whitmer, and Gov. Walz: Trump Administration Must Purchase More Vaccines, Allow States to Purchase Directly
Washington Post Reports Trump Administration Vowed to Release Vaccine; Reserve That Was Already Exhausted
Jan 15th, 2021Gov. Evers Announces Launch of Mobile Vaccination Teams
Mobile vaccination clinics will expand vaccine access to all corners of Wisconsin
Jan 15th, 2021Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address Calling for Bipartisan Compromise COVID-19 Bill
Jan 14th, 2021
Gov. Evers, DHS Announce Nearly $9 Million Awarded for Drug Treatment Services
Funding to support treatment for the problem use of opioids and stimulants
Jan 14th, 2021Wisconsin National Guard Troops Mobilizing to Nation’s Capital to Support Inauguration Security Efforts
Jan 13th, 2021
Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order Calling a Special Session on Unemployment Insurance Modernization
Jan 13th, 2021
Gov. Evers, DCF Announce Wisconsin Awarded $30 Million Federal Grant for Early Care and Education
Jan 12th, 2021
Wisconsin National Guard Troops Mobilized to Support Capitol Police in Madison
Jan 11th, 2021
Gov. Evers and Department of Health Services Call on Federal Government to Distribute More COVID-19 Vaccine
Jan 11th, 2021
Gov. Evers: We’re All In Grants Provide Nearly $240 Million Total to Wisconsin Small Businesses
Program targeting sectors hit hardest by COVID-19 largest direct-aid program for small businesses in WEDC history
Jan 8th, 2021Gov. Evers Announces Wisconsin National Guard Surpasses One Million COVID-19 Tests Administered
Jan 7th, 2021
Wisconsin National Guard Mobilized to Assist Civil Authorities and Preserve Public Safety in Kenosha
Jan 4th, 2021
Gov. Evers, WEDC Announce $500,000 Grant Award to Brown County for Port of Green Bay Expansion
WEDC funds will assist purchase of decommissioned Pulliam Plant property, coal pile relocation
Jan 4th, 2021Gov. Evers Calls on Legislature to Pass COVID Compromise as First Act in New Legislative Session
As new legislative session begins, governor calls for quick action from Legislature on COVID-19 response
Jan 4th, 2021Gov. Evers Appoints Amy Pechacek as Secretary-designee of the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development
Dec 30th, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces the Launch of the Pharmacy Distribution Program for Long-Term Care
First on-site COVID-19 vaccinations at skilled nursing facilities begin today
Dec 28th, 2020Gov. Evers Awards $3.8 Million to Support Specialized Transit Needs Across Wisconsin
Dec 23rd, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces More Than Million in Harbor Assistance Program Grants
Projects strengthen Wisconsin’s economy by maximizing water resources
Dec 23rd, 2020Gov. Evers, DHS Announce Wisconsin to Offer At-Home COVID-19 Testing Option
Dec 22nd, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces State’s General Fund has a Positive GAAP Balance for the First Time Since 1990
Report shows state's former generally accepted accounting principles deficit eliminated at the end of fiscal year 2019-20 for the first time since Thompson Administration
Dec 22nd, 2020Gov. Evers Announces Wisconsin to Receive First Shipment of Moderna Vaccine
Second FDA-authorized COVID-19 vaccine deemed safe and effective
Dec 21st, 2020Gov. Evers Statement on the Passing of Former Wisconsin Supreme Court Chief Justice Shirley Abrahamson
Dec 20th, 2020
Gov. Evers, State Health Officials Call on Federal Government to Send Wisconsin More COVID-19 Vaccine
Federal officials indicate Wisconsin will receive less Pfizer vaccine doses than expected
Dec 18th, 2020Gov. Evers, DHS Announce a New Outpatient Infusion Clinic Opening for COVID-19 Patients
Clinic will offer treatment for mild to moderate cases to help prevent serious illness
Dec 18th, 2020Gov. Evers, First Lady Share Hope this Holiday Season
More than 5,000 ornaments created by Wisconsin kids sent to veterans’ homes, hospitals, long-term care facilities across the state
Dec 17th, 2020Gov. Evers Announces New Contact Tracing App to Launch Next Week
WI Exposure Notification app can alert you if you’ve been in close contact with a positive case
Dec 17th, 2020Gov. Evers Announces Building Commission Approves $350 million for Key Projects
Dec 16th, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces Nearly $2 Billion Invested in Wisconsin Communities in Response to COVID-19 Pandemic
As state nears end-of-year fiscal cliff, Evers Administration provides update on investments assisting restaurants, small business owners, families, healthcare workers, among others
Dec 15th, 2020Gov. Evers Announces Software Firm Expert Institute Selects Milwaukee for Midwest Office
Company is latest tech business to invest in southeastern Wisconsin
Dec 14th, 2020Gov. Evers, DHS Announce Wisconsin Receiving First Shipment of Pfizer Vaccine
State ready to enact the Wisconsin COVID-19 Vaccine Program
Dec 14th, 2020Gov. Evers Announces Wisconsin’s Electoral College Votes Unanimously for President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris
Wisconsin Electoral College met today to assign Wisconsin’s 10 Electoral College votes
Dec 14th, 2020Gov. Evers and First Lady Evers Invite Wisconsinites to See Executive Residence Holiday Decorations Honoring Heroes and Celebrating Hope
Decorations this year moved outside for visitors to enjoy safely during ongoing pandemic
Dec 12th, 2020Gov. Evers Announces Deployment of Department of Defense Medical Resources to Wisconsin
Dec 9th, 2020
Gov. Evers Celebrates Molson Coors’ Expansion in Milwaukee
Package saves more than 500 Milwaukee jobs, add 377 new jobs
Dec 9th, 2020Gov. Evers Announces We’re All Innovating Contest Winners
231 businesses recognized for creative responses to COVID-19 pandemic
Dec 7th, 2020Gov. Evers, WisDOT Secretary-designee Thompson Announces Transportation Grant to Support Kenosha County Job Growth
New Kroger center expects to add 700 new jobs after County H reconstruction
Dec 7th, 2020Gov. Evers Order Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
Dec 4th, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces Grants to More Than 650 Wisconsin Lodging Industry Partners
Dec 3rd, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces $15 Million in Grants Distributed to Wisconsin’s Live Music and Entertainment Venues
Dec 3rd, 2020
Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Cpt. Kelly Lynn Raether of Ixonia Fire & EMS
Dec 3rd, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces $45 Million in Targeted Assistance for Restaurants Impacted by the COVID-19 Pandemic
Eligible businesses will receive $20,000 grant by year-end
Dec 3rd, 2020Gov. Evers Announces State of the State Address, Budget Message Dates
Statewide addresses will be delivered virtually as COVID-19 continues to surge across Wisconsin
Dec 2nd, 2020Gov. Evers Announces Tourism Secretary-designee Meaney Leaving Administration
Nov 25th, 2020
Gov. Evers, Lt. Gov. Barnes Hear from More Than 300 Wisconsinites at Virtual Budget Listening Session
Next virtual budget listening session on environment, infrastructure, and the economy to occur Dec.
Nov 24th, 2020Gov. Evers Announces Wisconsin has Shipped One Millionth N95 Mask through State Distribution System
Nov 23rd, 2020
Gov. Evers Provides Update on the Investment of Nearly $2 Billion in Wisconsin Communities in Response to COVID-19 Pandemic
Administration invests $131 million to strengthen healthcare system in Wisconsin
Nov 20th, 2020Gov. Evers Invests $120 Million to Support Small Businesses as COVID-19 Cases Surge
New “We’re All In” grants investment includes $70 Million for second round
Nov 20th, 2020Gov. Evers Announces $6.6 Million for Organizations Providing Out-of-School Care for Kids During Pandemic
Nov 18th, 2020
Gov. Evers, DOA Secretary Brennan Announce 54 Awardees for the COVID-19 Movie Theater Grant Program
Nov 17th, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces “Hope”Theme for 2020 Student Crafted Holiday Ornaments
Nov 13th, 2020
Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address on Executive Order 94, Advises Wisconsinites to Stay Home to Save Lives
Nov 12th, 2020
Gov. Evers, DATCP Announce Additional $10 Million for Food Security Initiative
Nov 12th, 2020
Gov. Evers Calls for Unity, Working Together, Signs Executive Order Advising Wisconsinites to Stay Home
New COVID-19 response legislation to be announced in the coming days
Nov 10th, 2020Gov. Evers Invests $10 Million in Wisconsin Nonprofits
Grants support nonprofit organizations providing critical services as COVID-19 continues surge in Wisconsin
Nov 3rd, 2020Gov. Evers Announces Wisconsin National Guard to Assist Election Officials on Election Day
Oct 29th, 2020
Gov. Evers, DHS Secretary-designee Palm Announce Expansion of Wisconsin’s COVID-19 Community Testing Efforts
Oct 29th, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces Additional Tax Relief for Wisconsin Taxpayers
Sales and use taxes from out-of-state retailers and marketplace providers results in more than $250 million in tax relief targeted toward lower and middle-income taxpayers
Oct 20th, 2020Gov. Evers Provides Update on Investments made in Public Health, Emergency Response, and Economic Stabilization
Administration continues to prioritize Wisconsin communities in COVID-19 pandemic response
Oct 20th, 2020Gov. Evers Releases Statement on Denial of Temporary Injunction Request for State’s Public Gathering Limits
Oct 19th, 2020
Gov. Evers, PSC, WEDC Announce Six Communities Selected for Broadband Connectors Pilot Program
Oct 15th, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces Building Commission Approves $73 million for Key Projects
Oct 14th, 2020
Gov. Evers Releases Statement Regarding Circuit Court Decision Leaving Public Health Emergency Intact
Oct 12th, 2020
Due to Increased Hospitalizations in the Fox Valley, Gov. Evers Announces Wisconsin State Fair Park Alternate Care Facility to Accept COVID-19 Patients October 14
Record COVID-19 surges throughout the state increases pressure on Wisconsin health systems
Oct 7th, 2020Gov. Evers Directs Department of Health Services to Limit Indoor Public Gatherings
Oct 6th, 2020
Gov. Evers Invests Additional $100 Million in Wisconsin Small Businesses and Economic Stabilization
Investments include second round of We’re All In Grants and investments in tourism, entertainment, and cultural venues
Oct 6th, 2020Gov. Evers Announces nearly $50 million in COVID-19 Support for Wisconsinites
$47 million includes support for child care, healthcare navigators, food security, and energy and rental assistance
Oct 5th, 2020Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of World War II Veteran Sgt. Duane O. Cole
Oct 2nd, 2020
Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor former State Representative Dr. Jacob (Doc) Hines
Oct 2nd, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces COVID-19 Information and Resources Website Receives International Award
Oct 2nd, 2020
Gov. Evers Delivers Democratic Radio Address Encouraging Wisconsinites to Stay Home and Stay Safe
Oct 1st, 2020
Gov. Evers, Secretary-designee Palm Issue Order to Expand Healthcare Workforce
Oct 1st, 2020
Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Wisconsin’s Firefighters
Sep 25th, 2020
Gov. Evers, WEDC Announce $4 million Available in Loans to Aid Kenosha Businesses
Businesses may receive up to $50,000 for clean-up, restoration, and repair costs
Sep 23rd, 2020Gov. Evers Declares New Public Health Emergency Due to Campus Outbreaks, Issues New Face Coverings Order
Sep 22nd, 2020
Gov. Evers Appoints Jon Richards and Reyna Morales to the Milwaukee County Circuit Court
Sep 21st, 2020
Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Sep 20th, 2020
Gov. Evers Asks for Resignation of Workforce Development Secretary
Resignation effective immediately, DOC Deputy Secretary Pechacek to lead transition
Sep 18th, 2020Gov. Evers Seeking Nominations for Virginia Hart Special Recognition Award
Sep 16th, 2020
Gov. Evers, DOA Secretary Brennan Announce More Than $36 million for Public Infrastructure and Facility Projects
Sep 16th, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces $8 Million TRAVEL Grants Program for Tourism Industry
Grant application period open for tourism promotion and development organizations to support tourism operations, marketing impacted by COVID-19
Sep 14th, 2020Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of 9/11 and State Day of Service and Remembrance
Sep 10th, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces Judicial Panel’s Selections for the People’s Maps Commission
Commission public hearing schedule announced, to hold first public hearing in October
Sep 10th, 2020Gov. Evers, WisDOT, DOA Announce $18 Million in Public Transit Grants for Wisconsin Communities
Grants will enable Beloit, Wausau, Sheboygan, Madison, Eau Claire, Racine, Green Bay, and La Crosse to purchase a total of 34 public transit buses
Sep 9th, 2020Gov. Evers Welcomes Wisconsin Students Back to School with a Video Message
Sep 9th, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces $5 million COVID-19 Cultural Organization Grant Program
Sep 3rd, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces Additional CARES Act Funds for Early Care and Education
Personal protective equipment will also be available soon for regulated child care providers
Sep 3rd, 2020Gov. Evers, Democrats, WEDC Announce Up to $1 Million in No-interest Loans Authorized to Assist Kenosha Businesses
Eligible costs include clean-up, restoration, and repairs for businesses affected
Sep 1st, 2020Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Dane County Sheriff Deputy Treadwell
Aug 30th, 2020
Gov. Evers Authorizes Additional Wisconsin National Guard Support for Kenosha County
Aug 26th, 2020
Gov. Evers Appoints Nia Trammell and David Conway to the Dane County Circuit Court
Aug 25th, 2020
Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order Calling Special Session on Policing Accountability and Transparency
Aug 24th, 2020
Gov. Evers Delivers Democratic Radio Address on the Blue Ribbon Commission on Rural Prosperity
Aug 13th, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces Launch of COVID-19 Response and Recovery Investment Dashboard
Aug 13th, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces $32 Million to Support COVID-19 Testing at UW Campuses
Aug 6th, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces Mobilization of Wisconsin National Guard to Support August Election
Aug 5th, 2020
Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order Honoring the Career and Legacy of Chief Justice Abrahamson
Wisconsin Historical Society Library Reading Room to be named in honor of Chief Justice Shirley Abrahamson
Aug 4th, 2020Gov. Evers Delivers Democratic Radio Address on Statewide Face Covering Requirement
Jul 30th, 2020
Gov. Evers Issues Executive Order Declaring Public Health Emergency and Requiring Face Coverings Statewide
Jul 30th, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces $41.6 Million Distributed Through Wisconsin Farm Support Program
Applications open for second round of funding on August 10
Jul 27th, 2020Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Army Cpl. Francis J. Rochon
Jul 24th, 2020
Gov. Evers Applauds WHEFA for a Successful 2020 Fiscal Year helping Wisconsin Nonprofits
Jul 16th, 2020
Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order Creating Governor’s Task Force on Broadband Access
Jul 14th, 2020
Gov. Evers Delivers Democratic Radio Address on The People’s Maps Commission
Jul 9th, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces Successful Roll Out of Online COVID-19 Test Registration at National Guard Testing Sites
COVID Connect provides shorter wait times and faster results
Jul 9th, 2020Gov. Evers Announces People’s Maps Commission Application and Selection Processes
“People should get to choose their elected officials, not the other way around”
Jul 9th, 2020Gov. Evers Releases Statement on State Supreme Court’s Ruling on Lame Duck
Jul 9th, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces Advent Tool & Manufacturing to Relocate to Salem Lakes
Company is latest to invest in Kenosha County
Jul 8th, 2020Gov. Evers Announces I-94 East-West Corridor Project to Move Forward
Project expected to create between 6,000 and 10,000 jobs in Wisconsin
Jul 8th, 2020Gov. Evers Announces Statewide Efforts to Distribute PPE to Schools, Food Processors, Businesses
Jul 7th, 2020
Gov. Evers Appoints Katie Sloma as Circuit Court Judge for Shawano-Menominee Counties
Jul 6th, 2020
First Lady Evers Announces the Wisconsin 19th Amendment Celebration Committee’s New “Women Who Inspire” Nominee
Committee celebrates Dr. Berdie Cowser of Milwaukee
Jul 2nd, 2020Gov. Evers Announces $1.5 Million in Grants for Wisconsin’s Coastal Communities
Jul 1st, 2020
Wisconsin National Guard Quick to Support Local Law Enforcement in Dane County
Jun 24th, 2020
Gov. Evers Applauds SEOC’s Response to COVID-19 Pandemic
SEOC marks 100 days of activation, accomplishments essential to statewide efforts
Jun 23rd, 2020Press Release: Gov. Evers Appoints Suzanne O’Neill as Marathon County Circuit Court Judge
Jun 22nd, 2020
Gov. Evers, Lt. Gov. Barnes Announce Policing Accountability and Transparency Reforms in Wisconsin
Evers, Barnes call for bipartisanship in first step toward dismantling racism in a state consistently ranked among the worst in racial disparities
Jun 19th, 2020Gov. Evers Announces Juneteenth Flag to Fly Over the State Capitol Building in Celebration of Juneteenth
Jun 17th, 2020
Gov. Evers Rejects Scope Statement Implementing Trump Administration Title IX Changes
Jun 15th, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces $40 Million in Financial Assistance to Hospitals to Help With COVID-19 Losses
Jun 11th, 2020
Gov. Evers Appoints State Representative Chris Taylor to Dane County Circuit Court
Jun 11th, 2020
Gov. Evers, Local Leaders Announce Conclusion of Wisconsin National Guard Mission
Jun 9th, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces Appointments to Blue Ribbon Commission on Rural Prosperity
Panel will hold listening sessions, make recommendations on rural resilience
Jun 8th, 2020Gov. Evers Announces Rainbow Pride Flag to Fly Over State Capitol Honoring Pride Month
In 2019, the Rainbow Pride flag flew over the Wisconsin State Capitol for the first time in state history
Jun 4th, 2020Gov. Evers Delivers Democratic Radio Address Encouraging Wisconsinites to Wear Masks
May 28th, 2020
Gov. Evers: Even During COVID-19, America’s Dairyland Celebrates June Dairy Month
May 28th, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces $200 Million “Routes to Recovery: Local Government Aid Grants” Program
May 27th, 2020
Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff on Memorial Day, Encourages Wisconsinites to Honor Memorial Day Safely
May 22nd, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces Donation of 210,000 Procedural Masks for COVID-19 Response
May 15th, 2020
Gov. Evers Approves DHS Statement of Scope, Beginning Administrative Rule Making Process
May 14th, 2020
Press Release: Gov. Evers Delivers Democratic Radio Address on Supreme Court of Wisconsin Ruling
May 14th, 2020
Gov Evers’ Statement on Wisconsin Supreme Court Ruling
Supreme Court of Wisconsin Rules Against Science and the Health and Safety of Wisconsinites
May 13th, 2020Gov. Evers Announces Appointments to Governor’s Task Force on Student Debt
May 11th, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces New Community Testing Sites Being Held in Milwaukee and Madison
May 11th, 2020
Battelle Critical Care Decontamination System Ready and Available for Use in Wisconsin
State’s Health Care Workers and First Responders Encouraged to Submit N95 Respirators For Decontamination and Reuse
May 9th, 2020Gov. Evers Announces Grant Program for Ethnically Diverse Micro-Businesses
May 8th, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces Best Practices and Safety Guidelines for Wisconsin Businesses
May 8th, 2020
Press Release: Gov. Evers Delivers Democratic Radio Address Encouraging Wisconsinites to Stay Safer at Home
May 7th, 2020
Gov. Evers Continues to Expand Community Testing Programs, Announces New Online Tool
May 6th, 2020
Gov. Evers Details Expanded COVID-19 Contact Tracing Efforts
Local and State public health agencies have already completed nearly 18,000 contact tracing interviews since March
May 5th, 2020Gov. Evers Announces Plan to Make Wisconsin One of the Top States in Testing Per Capita
May 4th, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces Additional Community Testing Events in Northwest Wisconsin
May 3rd, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces New UV Decontamination Site in Sawyer County
Site is a Product of an Impressive Collaborative Effort Between a Local Host and State Support
May 2nd, 2020Press Release: Gov. Evers Commends U.S. Navy for Investment in Marinette Marine
Apr 30th, 2020
Gov. Evers Delivers Democratic Radio Address Urging for Unified, Bipartisan Solutions
Apr 30th, 2020
Gov. Evers Directs DNR to Reopen Several State Parks and Forests with Special Conditions
Apr 28th, 2020
Gov. Evers Commends Wisconsin National Guard for Continued Service Across Wisconsin
Wisconsin National Guard Assists in State's Increased Testing Capacity Efforts
Apr 27th, 2020Gov. Evers Announces Expanded Opportunities for Certain Nonessential Businesses
Apr 27th, 2020
Press Release: Gov. Evers Appoints Laura Waite as Waushara County District Attorney
Apr 21st, 2020
Gov. Evers Declares State of Emergency Due to Elevated Wildfire Conditions
Apr 21st, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces Wisconsin is Taking Big Steps to Increase COVID-19 Testing Capacity
Apr 20th, 2020
Gov. Evers Signs Senate Bill 605 Expanding Access to Standing Technology for Individuals with Disabilities
Apr 17th, 2020
Gov. Evers Delivers Weekly Democratic Radio Address on the Extension of Wisconsin’s Safer at Home Order
Apr 16th, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces Second Alternative Care Facility at Alliant Energy Center
Apr 12th, 2020
Gov. Evers Appoints Jack L. Dávila as Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge
Apr 9th, 2020
Gov. Evers Reiterates Options Available for Religious Gatherings and Services
Apr 9th, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces Construction of Alternative Care Facility at Wisconsin State Fair Park
Apr 9th, 2020
Gov. Evers Delivers Weekly Democratic Radio Address on Public Health after the April 7 Spring Election
Apr 9th, 2020
Gov. Evers Directs DNR to Close 40 State Parks, Forests and Recreational Areas
Apr 9th, 2020
Gov. Evers Calls for Bipartisan Legislative Action on COVID-19 Relief and Support Package
Apr 8th, 2020
Gov. Evers Statement on Supreme Court of Wisconsin Ruling Allowing In-Person Voting Tomorrow
Apr 6th, 2020
Gov. Evers Suspends In-Person Voting, Calls Legislature into Special Session on April 7 Election
Apr 6th, 2020
Gov. Evers’ Statement on Judge Conley’s Order Regarding Upcoming April 7 Election
Apr 2nd, 2020
Press Release: Gov. Evers Delivers Weekly Democratic Radio Address on Wisconsin Values during COVID-19
Apr 2nd, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces Additional Shipment of Personal Protective Equipment from the Strategic National Stockpile
Mar 31st, 2020
Gov. Evers Requests Presidential Disaster Declaration in Response to COVID-19 Pandemic
Mar 31st, 2020
Gov. Evers Suspends Rules to Help Keep Youth Safe and Vital Services Functioning
Mar 31st, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces New Public-Private Partnership to Increase COVID-19 Laboratory Testing Capacity
Mar 30th, 2020
Gov. Evers Issues Order to Expedite Expansion, Enhance Efficiency of Healthcare Workforce
Mar 27th, 2020
Press Release: Gov. Evers Suspends Evictions and Foreclosures During Public Health Emergency
Mar 27th, 2020
Gov. Evers Delivers Democratic Weekly Radio Address on Safer at Home Order
Mar 26th, 2020
Gov. Evers Suspends Utility Rules and Allows for Additional Consumer Protections
Mar 22nd, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces New Order Relating to Department of Public Instruction
Mar 22nd, 2020
Wisconsin Requests FEMA Assistance in Obtaining Protective Medical Supplies
Mar 21st, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces Four Remaining Grand Princess Cruise Ship Passengers Return to Wisconsin
Mar 21st, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces Federal Approval for Disaster Loans for Small Businesses
Mar 20th, 2020
Gov. Evers Works to Increase Wisconsin Medical Provider Access to Critical Supplies
Mar 20th, 2020
Gov. Evers Delivers Democratic Weekly Radio Address on COVID-19 Public Health Emergency
Mar 19th, 2020
Gov. Evers Waives Work Search and Modifies Availability Requirements for Unemployment Benefits
Mar 18th, 2020
Gov. Evers Submits Request for Economic Injury Disaster Loan Assistance for Small Wisconsin Businesses
Mar 18th, 2020
Gov. Evers Directs DHS to Limit Gatherings to Less Than 10 to Slow Spread of COVID-19
Measures also being taken to manage testing capacity in Wisconsin
Mar 17th, 2020Gov. Evers Directs DHS to Mandate Statewide Closure of All K-12 Wisconsin Schools
Mar 13th, 2020
Gov. Evers Appoints Cairie Virrueta as Walworth County Register of Deeds
Mar 11th, 2020
Gov. Evers Swears in New Adjutant General of the Wisconsin National Guard
Mar 5th, 2020
Gov. Evers Signs Bill Adding 12 New Branches to the Wisconsin Circuit Court
Mar 5th, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces $75 Million in Local Transportation Grants
Projects improve safety and economic development in 152 Wisconsin Communities
Mar 4th, 2020Gov. Evers Signs Bills Focused on Expanding Access to Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Services
Mar 3rd, 2020
Gov. Evers Signs Legislation at Ashland High School Enhancing Student Safety and Support
Mar 2nd, 2020
Gov. Evers Signs Bills Increasing State Trooper Pay, OWI Offenses, Other Legislation
Feb 28th, 2020
Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of the Victims of the Molson Coors Tragedy
Feb 27th, 2020
Gov. Evers Vetoes GOP Spending Plan, Calls for Investments in Education, Property Tax Relief
Gov. Evers rejects plan that fails to provide broad, meaningful property tax relief to Wisconsin taxpayers, calls for compromise
Feb 26th, 2020Gov. Evers Announces $29 Million Harbor Grant to Port of Marinette in Support of Future Ship Building
Feb 25th, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces $4.9 Million Harbor Grant to Support Wisconsin Agricultural Exports
Feb 24th, 2020
Gov. Evers Appoints Brigadier General Paul Knapp to Lead the Wisconsin National Guard
Feb 24th, 2020
Gov. Evers Signs Assembly Bill 611 Relating to Liens on Aircraft and Aircraft Engines
Feb 21st, 2020
Gov. Evers Appoints Sandie Giernoth as Washington County Circuit Court Judge
Feb 21st, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces Award of $2 Million of Community Development Block Grant-CLOSE Funds to Racine County
Feb 13th, 2020
Gov. Evers Appoints Larisa Benitez-Morgan as Kenosha County Circuit Court Judge
Feb 12th, 2020
Gov. Evers Asks for Federal Disaster Assistance in Southeastern Wisconsin
Feb 11th, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces Appointments to 2020 Census Complete Count Committee
Feb 10th, 2020
Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Fallen Milwaukee Fire Department Firefighter
Feb 7th, 2020
Gov. Evers Calls Special Session on Education, Reducing Property Taxes
Gov. Evers' plan announced today recommits to two-thirds funding for K-12 education, including $130 million in property tax relief through equalization aid
Feb 6th, 2020Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order #68 Declaring a State of Emergency in Milwaukee, Racine, and Kenosha Counties
Jan 31st, 2020
Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order #67 Relating to Creating a Task Force on Student Debt
Jan 29th, 2020
Gov. Evers Signs Bills Relating to Employee Contracts and Funding for Homelessness
Jan 28th, 2020
Gov. Evers requests FEMA damage assessments in Milwaukee, Racine, and Kenosha counties
Jan 28th, 2020
Gov. Evers Announces General to Oversee Wisconsin National Guard’s Corrective Action
Contact Information for Guard Ombudsman.
Jan 27th, 2020Gov. Evers Calls Special Session, Signs Executive Orders Supporting and Investing in Farmers and Rural Communities
Governor's Special Session legislation includes investments in mental health, farm-to-school and farm-to-fork programs, and increasing dairy exports.
Jan 23rd, 2020Gov. Evers Delivers 2020 State of the State Address
Gov. Evers’ remarks as prepared for delivery.
Jan 22nd, 2020Gov. Evers Appoints Lukas Steiner to Serve as Crawford County District Attorney
This appointment fills a vacancy created by the retirement of Tim Baxter on Jan. 3, 2020.
Jan 21st, 2020Gov. Evers Takes Action to Address Youth Vaping
“Vaping is a serious public health epidemic and it is time to take action," said Evers.
Jan 19th, 2020Gov. Evers Appoints Chief Judge Maxine White to the Wisconsin Court of Appeals
Jan 16th, 2020
Milwaukee Tool Expanding Wisconsin Footprint
Company to hire 870 workers by 2025
Dec 17th, 2019Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Former Oneida Nation Chairman Rick Hill
Dec 17th, 2019
Gov. Evers Announces Sweeping Reforms Within Wisconsin National Guard
Gov. Evers Calls for Leadership Change; Signs Executive Order #62 relating to Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Reporting Procedures, Investigation Protocols, and Accountability Measures in the Wisconsin National Guard
Dec 9th, 2019Gov. Evers Hosts 2019 Capitol Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony with DNR Sec. Cole and Wisconsin Students
“The best part about the holiday season at the Capitol is that it is a collaborative effort of folks all over our state that makes this season such a success.”
Dec 6th, 2019Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
“On this National Day of Remembrance, we honor the memories of the servicemembers who perished that day and pay tribute to them for their bravery and sacrifice.”
Dec 6th, 2019Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Register of Deeds of Rusk County
The new register of deeds will complete a term ending Jan. 3, 2021.
Dec 6th, 2019Gov. Evers’ Statement on Shooting at Oshkosh West High School
"We can’t just accept that violence in our schools is a foregone conclusion, and we have to get to work to do everything we can to keep our kids and our communities safe."
Dec 3rd, 2019Gov. Evers Appoints Melissa Inlow as Clark County District Attorney
Inlow has been a criminal prosecutor for over a decade and is currently an assistant district attorney for La Crosse County.
Dec 3rd, 2019Gov. Evers’ Statement on Shooting at Waukesha South High School
"My heart is with the students, educators, and staff of Waukesha South High School and the entire Waukesha community as they mourn and endure the trauma of today’s shooting."
Dec 2nd, 2019Gov. Evers Signs Senate Bill 447 Relating to Supplemental Transportation Aids
“I am happy to sign this bill today as it is a technical fix that is going to greatly benefit our roads and communities.”
Nov 26th, 2019Gov. Evers Signs the Growing Opportunities Act
This bill makes needed changes to Wisconsin's current laws regarding hemp production in the state of Wisconsin due to the passage of the federal 2018 Farm Bill.
Nov 26th, 2019Gov. Evers Announces Transportation Projects Commission to Meet December 6
Three, new citizen members appointed to the bipartisan public-private commission
Nov 26th, 2019Gov. Evers Signs Senate Bill 380 to Expand Health Care Access via Telehealth Services
"Wisconsin residents deserve access to quality health care, regardless of where they live in our state.”
Nov 25th, 2019Gov. Evers Signs Senate Bill 74 at Prescott High School Student Assembly
“I'm especially excited to be here today, not just to be able to visit Prescott for Mr. Ryan, but because I get to show students firsthand what lawmaking and civics look like, and how important they are to our state.”
Nov 22nd, 2019Gov. Evers Signs Assembly Bill 168 Relating to Rights for Voters with Disabilities
“We have to make sure voting is fair and accessible, and that everyone has the opportunity to cast their vote at the ballot box.”
Nov 22nd, 2019Gov. Evers Signs Assembly Bill 132 Relating to the Regulation of E-Bikes
“Electric bicycles are not only a fun alternative to regular bicycles, but they offer a more sustainable and accessible transportation option for Wisconsinites.”
Nov 20th, 2019Gov. Evers Signs Assembly Bill 22 Requiring Human Trafficking Education for Commercial Drivers
Nov 20th, 2019
Gov. Evers Signs Assembly Bill 52 Relating to Youth Homelessness
"No kid should have to worry about where they are going to sleep at night, but the reality is that there are thousands of homeless and unaccompanied kids across our state."
Nov 19th, 2019Gov. Evers Signs Assembly Bill 77 to Honor Staff Sergeant Daniel D. Busch
Staff Sergeant Busch was a U.S. Army Ranger and a member of the U.S. Army Special Operations Delta Force.
Nov 19th, 2019First Lady, State Supt. Stanford Taylor, Historical Society Announce Suffrage Classroom Resources
Today’s announcement comes during the centennial anniversary of Wisconsin’s Ratification of the 19th Amendment.
Nov 15th, 2019Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Army Pfc. Eugene E. Lochowicz
Army Pfc. Lochowicz, 19, of Milwaukee, went missing on Feb. 23, 1945 while his unit crossed the Roer River under fire, near Lendersdorf, Germany.
Nov 14th, 2019Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Kenosha County Circuit Court
The new judge will complete a term ending July 31, 2021.
Nov 14th, 2019Gov. Evers Attends GridEx V Exercise at the Wisconsin Dept. of Military Affairs
“Exercises like GridEx are a key part of that process and offer a great opportunity for the private and public sector to come together to protect Wisconsin's infrastructure and communities from disaster.”
Nov 14th, 2019Gov. Evers Signs Senate Bill 391 in Wisconsin Dells
This bill extends the lifespan of tax increment districts 3 and 4 in the village of Lake Delton to 2042 and 2044, respectively.
Nov 13th, 2019Gov. Evers Appoints Michael Albrecht as Sauk County District Attorney
Albrecht currently serves as assistant district attorney in the Sauk County District Attorney’s Office, where he has worked for more than eight years.
Nov 13th, 2019Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order #59 Relating to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in State Government
"Ensuring our state workforce not only reflects the folks we serve, but implements culturally responsive and equitable policies, is critical for our state government to be effective."
Nov 12th, 2019Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Waushara County District Attorney
The new appointee will serve for the remainder of the unexpired term that ends January 2021.
Nov 12th, 2019Gov. Evers Grants Pardons to Eight Individuals
"Pardons play a very important role in our criminal justice system and society by giving deserving folks a second chance."
Nov 10th, 2019Gov. Evers Announces Theme for 2019 State Capitol Holiday Tree
In a letter to teachers across the state, Gov. Evers announced the theme for this year is “Celebrate Science.”
Nov 8th, 2019Republicans Ignore 80 Percent of Wisconsinites, Majority of Gun Owners, Refuse to Take Up Gun Safety Reform
Despite overwhelming public support for these proposals—including the support of the majority of Wisconsin gun owners—Republicans ignored the will of the people and refused to take up the bills.
Nov 7th, 2019Gov. Evers’ Statement on Republicans’ Failed Veto Overrides
"Republicans are clearly more interested in playing politics than getting anything done for the people of our state..."
Nov 7th, 2019Gov. Evers Appoints Randy Romanski as Interim DATCP Secretary
Romanski has held leadership roles across various Wisconsin state agencies, and previously served as DATCP deputy secretary and secretary under former Gov. Jim Doyle.
Nov 7th, 2019Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Army Sgt. Robert W. McCarville
Army Sgt. Robert W. McCarville, 24, of Beloit, was killed in action on Dec. 5, 1942, during the Battle of Buna-Gona in New Guinea.
Nov 6th, 2019Fitzgerald, Senate Republicans Ignore Farmers, Rural Communities, Leave Agriculture Agency Without Dept. Head in the Midst of Dairy, Trade Crises
Republicans reject gubernatorial cabinet nominee for the first time in modern state history
Nov 5th, 2019Gov. Evers Appoints James Rennicke as Burnett County District Attorney
Rennicke will fill the remainder of the unexpired term that ends January 2021.
Nov 5th, 2019Roundup: Agriculture Stakeholders Press Fitzgerald, Senate Republicans to Confirm DATCP Sec. Brad Pfaff
In calls for stability, certainty in the midst of dairy and trade crises, stakeholders urge confirmation of agriculture secretary
Nov 5th, 2019Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Fallen Union Grove-Yorkville Firefighter
"I join Wisconsinites in mourning his death and remembering his legacy of selfless service."
Nov 4th, 2019Fitzgerald, Senate Republicans Signal Plans to Fire Gov. Evers’ Agriculture Secretary in Midst of Dairy Crisis
Senate Republicans poised to reject gubernatorial cabinet nominee for first time in modern Wisconsin history
Nov 3rd, 2019Gov. Evers Announces Support for the Wisconsin-Lake Michigan National Marine Sanctuary Designation Project
“These shipwrecks help tell the story of Wisconsin and they are a reminder of the enduring relationship between the people of Wisconsin and the Great Lakes.”
Nov 1st, 2019Gov. Evers, Lt. Gov. Barnes, Sen. Baldwin, and State and Local Officials Announce Beginning of Open Enrollment for Health Insurance Market
State officials announce the launch of “From Confused to Covered” campaign to educate Wisconsinites on health care options
Nov 1st, 2019Gov. Evers Signs Senate Bill 433 at the Wisconsin 9/11 Memorial and Education Center in Kewaskum
Oct 31st, 2019
Gov. Evers Appoints Cheryl Brehmer as Winnebago County Coroner
Brehmer, a Winnebago County native, has worked in the Winnebago County Coroner's Office since 2012.
Oct 31st, 2019Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order #56 Declaring an Energy Emergency
“Hundreds of thousands of Wisconsinites depend on propane to heat their homes and right now farmers are depending on it to dry their corn”
Oct 30th, 2019Gov. Evers Appoints Milton L. Childs as Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge
Oct 29th, 2019
Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order #55 creating a Complete Count Committee for the 2020 Census
"At the end of the day, the census isn't just a head count—it's about visibility, voice, and value."
Oct 28th, 2019Gov. Evers Announces Appointments to Governor’s Task Force on Reducing Prescription Drug Prices
The first meeting of the Governor’s Task Force on Reducing Prescription Drug Prices is scheduled for November 20.
Oct 28th, 2019Gov. Evers Joins State Treasurer Godlewski for the Task Force on Retirement Security’s First Meeting
"This task force is going to be critically important for the future financial health of our state, the wellness of our families, and in making sure Wisconsin is working for everyone."
Oct 25th, 2019Gov. Evers’ Statement on President Cross’ Retirement
"I want to thank Ray for his five years of leadership and service as president of our UW System."
Oct 25th, 2019Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Crawford County District Attorney
The new appointee will serve for the remainder of the unexpired term that ends January 2021.
Oct 25th, 2019Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Court of Appeals—District I
The new judge will complete a term ending July 31, 2021.
Oct 25th, 2019Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Court of Appeals—District I
The new judge will complete a term ending July 31, 2021.
Oct 25th, 2019Gov. Evers Announces Legislative Appointments to Governor’s Task Force on Climate Change
Oct 24th, 2019
Gov. Evers Delivers Democratic Weekly Radio Address Calling for Legislative Action on Gun Safety Reform
Oct 24th, 2019
Gov. Evers Announces Federal Disaster Aid Resources for Marinette County
Groups to deliver letter to Senators with over twenty organizations opposing the bill
Oct 23rd, 2019Gov. Evers Announces Appointments to Governor’s Task Force on Retirement Security
"Everyone should have the opportunity to save for their future and no one should have to worry about making ends meet or their financial security in retirement."
Oct 21st, 2019Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order #54 Calling for a Special Session on Legislation to Address Gun Violence
"Today I am delivering on my promise to call a special session to address gun violence across our state and I'm calling on Republicans to work with Democrats to get this done."
Oct 21st, 2019Gov. Evers Calls for Special Election Reforms, Announces Revised Dates for Special Election
Gov. Evers also announced that on Saturday, October 19th, he will issue a new executive order amending Executive Order #46 with revised dates for the special election in Wisconsin’s 7th Congressional district.
Oct 18th, 2019Gov. Evers Endorses Water Quality Recommendations from DNR, DATCP, DHS
“Folks should be able to trust the water coming from their tap”
Oct 18th, 2019Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order #52 Relating to Climate Change in Wisconsin
"For too long we've been ignoring science, and frankly, we can't afford to do it any longer."
Oct 17th, 2019Gov. Evers Applauds Renewable Energy Project Approved by Building Commission
Oct 16th, 2019
Gov. Evers Signs Bill to Ensure Continuing Healthcare Coverage for the Families of Fallen Heroes
"Ensuring that their families will continue to have health insurance coverage after a tragedy is the least we can do for fallen heroes and their families."
Oct 16th, 2019Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Former State Representative Joseph Tregoning
"State Representative Tregoning was a dedicated public servant, active in his community, and a great advocate for farmers across our state."
Oct 16th, 2019Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Burnett County District Attorney
The new appointee will serve for the remainder of the unexpired term that ends January 2021.
Oct 10th, 2019Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order Declaring Indigenous Peoples’ Day in Wisconsin
"Through this executive order, we recognize and appreciate our tribal nations and Indigenous people and their resilience, wisdom, and the contributions they make to our state."
Oct 8th, 2019Gov. Evers Takes Action on Pardon Advisory Board Recommendations
“A pardon can profoundly impact a person’s life by offering them an official grant of forgiveness.”
Oct 7th, 2019Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Sauk County District Attorney
The new appointee will serve for the remainder of the unexpired term that ends January 2021.
Sep 30th, 2019Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Clark County District Attorney
The new appointee will serve for the remainder of the unexpired term that ends January 2021.
Sep 30th, 2019Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Army Tech. 5th Grade John E. Bainbridge
“We honor the life and the service of Army Tech. 5th Grade Bainbridge as he returns home to his final resting place here in Wisconsin.”
Sep 27th, 2019Gov. Evers Appoints Aaron Marcoux as Washburn County District Attorney
Mr. Marcoux is currently the assistant district attorney in Washburn County, handling the criminal caseload for the entire county.
Sep 27th, 2019Gov. Evers Appoints Tony Stella to Iron County Circuit Court
Stella is a lifelong resident of Iron County.
Sep 26th, 2019Gov. Evers Declares State of Emergency After Viewing Tornado Damage
“My executive order allows state agencies and the Wisconsin National Guard to provide assistance to the communities affected by these storms as they work to rebuild.”
Sep 25th, 2019Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Coroner of Winnebago County
The new coroner will complete a term through December 31, 2022.
Sep 24th, 2019Gov. Evers to Order Special Election in 7th Congressional District
The election will occur on January 27, 2020. A primary, if required, will occur on December 30, 2019.
Sep 23rd, 2019Gov. Evers Appoints Beau Liegeois to Brown County Circuit Court
He has been an assistant district attorney with Brown County for 11 years, where he has prosecuted cases ranging from complex property crimes to homicide and sexual assault.
Sep 20th, 2019Democrats Announce Extreme Risk Protection Order Legislation to Prevent Suicide and Gun Violence
Gov. Evers, Attorney General Kaul join Rep. Sargent and Sen. Taylor in supporting extreme risk protection orders
Sep 19th, 2019Gov. Evers Announces Homelessness Project Grant Awardees
The grant awards are the result of a process that was started in June when the WHEDA Board of Directors approved making available to the Interagency Council $500,000 in statewide funding for programs that help people experiencing homelessness.
Sep 18th, 2019Gov. Evers Announces More Than 60 New Assistant Attorney Positions throughout State
These positions were allocated throughout the state based on requests made by the county district attorneys, with 56 Wisconsin counties receiving a total of 64.95 new positions.
Sep 17th, 2019Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge
The new judge will complete a term ending July 31, 2020.
Sep 16th, 2019Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order #45 Relating to Creating a Task Force on Retirement Security
"Hard-working Wisconsinites deserve to have peace of mind in retirement so they can enjoy those years with their friends and family, yet too many Wisconsinites are unprepared."
Sep 16th, 2019Gov. Evers Visits Wisconsin’s Sister State in Japan, Meets with Educators and Local Leaders
Governor congratulates Chiba Prefecture on Hosting 2020 Olympics
Sep 12th, 2019Gov. Evers Hosts “Opportunity in Wisconsin” Networking Breakfast in Tokyo
Event Features UW Alumni in Japan
Sep 10th, 2019Gov. Evers Attends Midwest U.S.—Japan Association Conference, Meets with Corporate Leaders
Trade mission emphasizes exports, connections with Japanese-owned businesses in Wisconsin
Sep 9th, 2019Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of 9/11 and State Day of Service and Remembrance
"On September 11, we reflect on our nation's grit and resilience while working to honor the legacy of those we lost and the countless heroes who responded during our time of need."
Sep 9th, 2019Gov. Tony Evers Appoints Menomin Hawpetoss as Menominee County Register of Deeds
Menomin Hawpetoss currently serves as the Non-Traditional Recruiter at the College of Menominee Nation in Keshena.
Sep 6th, 2019Gov. Evers Proclaims September Suicide Prevention Month
“It is critically important that we all work together to reduce barriers to and shame around seeking help and raise awareness about suicide and suicide prevention across our state.”
Sep 6th, 2019Gov. Evers, State Business Leaders Depart Today for Trade Mission to Japan
Governor will focus on building relationships, increasing exports and attracting investments
Sep 6th, 2019Gov. Evers Delivers Democratic Weekly Radio Address Welcoming Kids, Educators Back to School
Sep 5th, 2019
Gov. Evers Announces Appointment of Missy Hughes to Serve as CEO of Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Ms. Hughes has served as Chief Mission Officer and General Counsel for Organic Valley/CROPP cooperative since 2003.
Sep 5th, 2019Gov. Evers Appoints Three Judges to Milwaukee-area Courts
"Wisconsinites across our state deserve judges who apply the law consistently and treat everyone in their courtroom fairly and with dignity and respect."
Sep 4th, 2019Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order #43 Recreating the Governor’s Juvenile Justice Commission
"I am excited to recreate the Juvenile Justice Commission as a space for discussing innovations and best practices that Wisconsin should adopt across the entire spectrum of the juvenile justice system."
Sep 4th, 2019Press Release: Gov. Evers Welcomes Students, Educators, and Staff Back to School
Sep 3rd, 2019
Gov. Evers Proclaims Labor Day in Wisconsin
"On Labor Day we are called on to reflect on the contributions that our workers and their families have made to our state and our country."
Sep 1st, 2019Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order #42, Authorizes Wisconsin National Guard to Aid with Hurricane Dorian Response
Hurricane Dorian is currently located off the east coast of the United States and reached Category 3 strength on Friday.
Aug 30th, 2019Gov. Evers Tours UW-Milwaukee School of Freshwater Sciences
Visit highlights new Freshwater Collaborative program, public-private partnerships
Aug 30th, 2019Gov. Evers: Beaver Dam Commerce Park Ready for Development
Industrial site is latest addition to Certified In Wisconsin® program
Aug 29th, 2019Gov. Evers Opposes USDA’s Proposal to Boot Kids, Farmers, Families From Food Assistance
"We cannot afford to have nearly 12,000 children in our state go hungry."
Aug 29th, 2019Gov. Evers Announces Federal Disaster Declaration for July Storms
Multiple rounds of storms beginning on July 18 and continuing through July 20 brought heavy rain and flash flooding.
Aug 27th, 2019Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Washburn County District Attorney
The new appointee will serve out the remainder of the unexpired term that ends January 2021.
Aug 27th, 2019Gov. Evers Directs DNR to Address PFAS Contamination in Drinking, Ground and Surface Waters
"I am committed to protecting our state's natural resources and ensuring every Wisconsinite has access to clean drinking water."
Aug 27th, 2019Gov. Evers: Make Emergency Preparedness Part of Back-to-School Planning
"While folks across our state are getting ready to kick off another great school year, we want to make sure we’re talking with kids about safety before they’re back in the classroom."
Aug 26th, 2019Gulfstream Opens Appleton Service Center
$39.5 million capital investment in service and operations will create 171 jobs
Aug 23rd, 2019Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order #41 Recreating the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council
Aug 23rd, 2019
Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order #40 Relating to PFAS in Wisconsin
Executive Order #40 directs the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources to take additional steps to address PFAS contamination.
Aug 23rd, 2019Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order #39 Relating to Creating a Task Force on Reducing Prescription Drug Prices
"Picking up a medication shouldn’t break the bank, but it often does for our families and our seniors with the rising costs of healthcare and prescription drugs."
Aug 21st, 2019Gov. Evers Addresses Traffic-Safety Advocates at the 45th annual Governor’s Conference on Highway Safety
This year represents the 10-year anniversary of the state’s primary seat belt law.
Aug 21st, 2019Gov. Evers Requests Federal Disaster Aid for July’s Severe Storms
"Damage assessments by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Wisconsin Emergency Management (WEM) verified more than $19.5 million in eligible damages."
Aug 19th, 2019Gov. Evers Announces Appointments to Governor’s Task Force on Caregiving
"Caregivers provide critically important care and services, and it is essential that we recognize the important contributions these unsung heroes make to families in Wisconsin."
Aug 19th, 2019Gov. Evers Appoints Emily I. Lonergan as Outagamie County Circuit Court Judge
The appointment fills a vacancy created by the retirement of Judge Nancy Krueger.
Aug 19th, 2019Gov. Evers Highlights Transportation Investments During Stops in Wausau, Green Bay
"The recently approved state budget contains the highest level of transportation investments in more than a generation."
Aug 16th, 2019Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order #38 Relating to Clean Energy in Wisconsin
“A transition to a clean energy economy will generate thousands of family-supporting jobs in Wisconsin.”
Aug 16th, 2019Gov. Evers Announces Appointments to the Wisconsin Women’s Council
The Council’s mission is to identify barriers to women’s social and economic participation in the state and work with public and private-sector partners to develop initiatives and identify solutions and to disseminate information on the status of women and issues of concern to women in the state.
Aug 15th, 2019Wisconsin Democrats Announce Universal Background Checks Bill, Call on Republicans to Act
Gov. Evers, Lt. Gov. Barnes, Attorney General Kaul join Rep. Sargent and Sen. Johnson in supporting universal background checks.
Aug 15th, 2019Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Part-Time Register of Deeds of Menominee County
Aug 14th, 2019
Gov. Evers Announces Appointments to the Board of the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
“I am pleased to appoint Patty, Dan, and Carla to the DATCP Board.”
Aug 14th, 2019Gov. Evers Appoints Angeline Winton as Washburn County Circuit Court Judge
Aug 13th, 2019
Gov. Evers Calls on President Trump to Listen to Farmers, End Unproductive Trade Wars
"As many farmers will tell you, aid payments cannot make up for what they’ve lost financially or personally."
Aug 12th, 2019Gov. Evers’ Budget Gives Wisconsin Reason to Smile, $2 Million Will Expand Dental Services, $1 million for Free and Charitable Health Centers
"The health of our teeth can affect our overall well-being."
Aug 8th, 2019Gov. Evers Announces Building Commission Approved Projects
Gov. Evers is committed to maintaining safe and reliable buildings by making smart and efficient maintenance decisions and investing in needed repairs and upgrades across the state building portfolio.
Aug 7th, 2019Gov. Evers Launches Back to School Health Resource for Parents
"A kid's ability to succeed in the classroom can be impacted by both their physical and mental health."
Aug 7th, 2019Gov. Evers Acts on Transportation-Related Legislation
ov. Tony Evers today acted upon three pieces of legislation.
Aug 6th, 2019Gov. Evers Requests Federal Damage Assessments for Storm Damage
A series of severe storms moved across parts of western and northern Wisconsin beginning late on July 18 and continuing through July 20.
Aug 2nd, 2019Gov. Evers Announces Lower Rates on Wisconsin’s Individual Health Insurance Market
The rate decrease also highlights the positive impact of that the Wisconsin Healthcare Stability Plan, or the state’s reinsurance program, is having on the individual market.
Aug 2nd, 2019Gov. Evers Announces Appointments to the Council on Tourism
"With it’s $7 to $1 return on investment, Wisconsin’s $21.6 billion tourism industry is one of Wisconsin’s leading economic drivers."
Aug 1st, 2019Gov. Evers Proclaims August ‘National Water Quality Month’ in Wisconsin
"Everyone should be able to drink water straight from their tap."
Aug 1st, 2019Gov. Evers Directs Agencies to Address Nitrate Contamination in Ground and Surface Water
"I am committed to protecting Wisconsin’s waters and ensuring every Wisconsinite has access to clean drinking water."
Jul 31st, 2019Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order 36 Relating to Measures to Abate and Prevent Lead Exposure in Drinking Water
"Lead poisoning is a statewide risk not just in Kenosha and Milwaukee, but in communities around the state."
Jul 29th, 2019Gov. Evers Applauds WHEFA for New 2019 Fiscal Year in Review Report, Saving $3.9 Million for Wisconsin Non-Profits
"This fiscal year will mark the end of another successful year assisting a variety of non-profits throughout the State."
Jul 26th, 2019Gov. Evers Announces Task Force on Payroll Fraud and Worker Misclassification Appointments
The task force will report to the governor on or before March of each year on their activities.
Jul 26th, 2019Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Iron County Circuit Court Judge
The new judge will complete a term ending June 30, 2020.
Jul 26th, 2019Gov. Evers Announces $1 Million TEA Grant for Fitchburg, Supporting Promega Expansion and Creating 200 New Jobs
“The TEA program is designed to support economic development.”
Jul 25th, 2019Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order #35 Declaring a State of Emergency Due to Extreme Severe Weather
Downed trees and power lines have caused major power outages in northern Wisconsin, road closures due to debris and damage to homes and businesses.
Jul 21st, 2019Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order #34 Declaring a State of Emergency and Closing State Agency Buildings
"We are grateful that no one has been injured as a result of the explosion and fires this morning, and I want to thank emergency personnel who responded quickly to contain the situation."
Jul 19th, 2019Gov. Evers Announces Search for Next Secretary and CEO of Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Gov. Evers is running a transparent process to find the best candidate to lead the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation and is encouraging qualified applicants to apply online.
Jul 18th, 2019Gov. Evers Signs Bill to Reform Sign Language Interpreting Licensure System in Wisconsin
"We're working to ensure deaf and hard of hearing folks across our state have access to reliable and experienced interpreters no matter the situation or circumstance."
Jul 17th, 2019Gov. Evers Encourages Wisconsinites to Take Preventative Steps Ahead of Expected Dangerous Heatwave
Jul 16th, 2019
Gov. Evers Announces Nexus Pharmaceuticals to Build Sterile Injectable Manufacturing Facility in Pleasant Prairie
The Pleasant Prairie manufacturing facility will support the production and supply of drugs in an array of therapeutic areas, including anesthesia, oncology, cardiovascular and neurology.
Jul 10th, 2019Gov. Evers Signs Bill to Allow Cellular Providers to Upgrade to 5G Technology in Wisconsin
"Senate Bill 239 allows us to catch up with the rest of the Midwest by bringing 5G to Wisconsin."
Jul 10th, 2019Gov. Evers Signs Bills Relating to Step Therapy Protocols, In-Home Dialysis Distribution Centers
"I’ve said all along that healthcare should not be a privilege afforded only to the healthy and the wealthy."
Jul 9th, 2019Gov. Evers Signs Electric Scooter Bill, Expanding Transportation Options and Attracting Startup Companies to Wisconsin
"Electric scooters improve access to low-cost transportation options and can serve as a first or last-mile solution to residents and visitors in communities throughout our state."
Jul 8th, 2019Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff as a Mark of Respect for Wisconsin Department of Military Affairs Employee Nicholas Janz
"The people of Wisconsin, his family and community will remember his legacy."
Jul 3rd, 2019Gov. Evers Signs Marketplace Bill Ensuring the Collection of Sales Tax From All Online Out-of-State Retailers and Cutting Tax Rates for the Middle Class
This bipartisan legislation reduces taxes by cutting the tax rates of the first and second tax brackets, starting with the 2019 and 2020 tax years, and each tax year going forward.
Jul 3rd, 2019Promises Made, Promises Kept: Gov. Evers Signs Wisconsin’s 2019-21 Biennial Budget into Law
Evers' budget includes largest general school aid and special education increases in a decade, increases revenue to fix our roads for the first time in a generation, provides 10 percent tax cut for Wisconsin's working families
Jul 3rd, 2019Gov. Evers Signs Act 185 Trailer Bill
"I look forward to having a larger conversation about reforming our juvenile justice system."
Jul 1st, 2019Gov. Evers Appoints Brian Juech As Marquette County District Attorney
Mr. Juech currently serves as assistant district attorney in the Waukesha County District Attorney’s Office
Jun 28th, 2019Gov. Evers Releases Statement Relating to Supreme Court Ruling on Partisan Gerrymandering
"Today’s Supreme Court ruling on partisan gerrymandering is devastating for our democracy..."
Jun 27th, 2019Gov. Evers Releases Statement Relating to the March to Madison for Public Education funding
Jun 25th, 2019
Gov. Evers Releases Statement Relating to Today’s Wisconsin Supreme Court Decision
“The facts didn't change in the last three years and neither did the meaning of the constitution. Only the composition of the court did.”
Jun 25th, 2019Gov. Evers Signs Bipartisan Bills Relating to Equal Treatment of Liquor Sales, Improving Wisconsin’s Competitiveness by Eliminating Tax Benefits
Senate Bill 83, now 2019 Wisconsin Act 6, creates the equal treatment of retail sales of all types of liquor for off-premises consumption.
Jun 24th, 2019Gov. Evers Vetoes Legislation Restricting Reproductive Healthcare
“Politicians shouldn’t be in the business of interfering with decisions made between patients and their healthcare providers.”
Jun 21st, 2019Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Officer Kou Her
"Officer Her was a devoted son and brother, a role model in the Hmong community, and a valued member of the Milwaukee Police Department."
Jun 21st, 2019Gov. Evers Releases Statement Relating to Wisconsin Supreme Court Decision
"The people of Wisconsin deserve better than this."
Jun 21st, 2019Analysis: Wisconsin Residents Will Pay More Than $2 Billion to Support Medicaid Expansion in Other States
Because Wisconsin has not expanded Medicaid, state residents experience no return on these investments.
Jun 20th, 2019Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Officer John D. Hetland
"The people of Wisconsin mourn with the Racine community that Officer Hetland served faithfully for over 24 years."
Jun 19th, 2019Gov. Evers Proclaims June 19th ‘Juneteenth Day’ in Wisconsin
"This is a time to recognize the struggles of African Americans in our country’s modern history."
Jun 18th, 2019Gov. Evers Announces Appointment of Linda A. Hall as Director of the Office of Children’s Mental Health
Ms. Hall will begin as director of the Office of Children’s Mental Health on July 8, 2019.
Jun 18th, 2019Gov. Tony Evers Appoints Julie Gleeson as Ashland County Register of Deeds
"Julie Gleeson’s 16 years of public service in Ashland County make her an exceptional choice for the Register of Deeds position."
Jun 17th, 2019Gov. Evers Announces Drinking Water Protections for Emerging Health Contaminants
"Tens of thousands of people in Wisconsin are afraid to turn on their tap to drink water. That is unacceptable, and we must fix it."
Jun 14th, 2019Gov. Evers Appoints Rachel A. Graham to the Court of Appeals
"Wisconsin deserves fair judges who respect the law and understand the people that come before them."
Jun 13th, 2019Gov. Evers Announces Pardon Advisory Board, Establishes Pardon Process
The Governor’s Pardon Advisory Board will review eligible applications and make recommendations to Gov. Evers on who to grant a pardon to.
Jun 13th, 2019Gov. Evers Announces $100,000 Coastal Grant for Green Bay
"This grant for the City of Green Bay means more opportunities for everyone to recreate and appreciate the beach at the Bay Beach Amusement Park, and I believe will be economically beneficial to the entire region."
Jun 11th, 2019Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge
The appointment will fill a vacancy being created by Judge Michael Dwyer’s retirement, effective September 25, 2019.
Jun 7th, 2019Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order #29 Relating to the Rainbow Pride Flag Flown in Recognition of Pride Month
"Publicly displaying the Rainbow Pride Flag sends a clear and unequivocal message that Wisconsin is a welcoming and inclusive place..."
Jun 7th, 2019Health Affairs: “Medicaid Expansion in Wisconsin would Lower Premiums For those with Private Insurance”
Jun 6th, 2019
Gov. Evers Appoints Matthew Allen to Serve as Iowa County District Attorney
Mr. Allen, a resident of Dodgeville, is currently the assistant district attorney for Iowa County, handling the criminal caseload for the entire county.
Jun 5th, 2019Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Coroner of Jackson County
The appointment will fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Karla Wood, effective June 30, 2019.
May 30th, 2019Gov. Evers Releases Memorial Day Statement
"We memorialize the sacrifices they made for the sake of our freedom, our children’s generations, and our nation’s future."
May 27th, 2019Press Release: Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Court of Appeals – District I
May 24th, 2019
Press Release: Gov. Evers Delivers Democratic Weekly Radio Address on Education
May 23rd, 2019
Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Major General Raymond A. Matera
The order is effective beginning at sunrise on Friday, May 24, 2019, and ending at sunset on that date.
May 22nd, 2019Gov. Evers Appoints Brenda Yaskal to Serve as Columbia County District Attorney
"Brenda Yaskal is a seasoned criminal prosecutor who will bring more than a decade of experience with her to this important position."
May 22nd, 2019Gov. Evers Appoints John Tate II to Serve as Chairperson of the Parole Commission
Mr. Tate will begin his work as Parole Commission chairperson on June 3, 2019.
May 21st, 2019Gov. Evers Authorizes Pepin County to Lower Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Firefighter Kyle R. Hayden
"Our deepest sympathies go out to the family and friends of Kyle R. Hayden, a volunteer firefighter, and valued member of his community who was just getting started in his career of service to the state of Wisconsin,"
May 17th, 2019Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Marquette County District Attorney
The new appointee will fill the vacancy created by the resignation of District Attorney Chad Hendee, effective July 31, 2019.
May 16th, 2019Gov. Evers Announces Unprecedented State Debt Payment
"After eight years of Republicans racking up debt on our state’s credit card, today we’re making one of the most significant additional debt payments in state history."
May 15th, 2019Gov. Evers, Secretary-designee Kolar Break Ground on New, State-of-the-Art Skilled Nursing Facility at King
"I’m proud to be investing in King’s future."
May 14th, 2019Gov. Evers Secures Advantage for Wisconsin Citizens Applying for USDA’s ReConnect Program
The governor’s budget proposes a $78 million investment in the state’s Broadband Expansion Grant Program.
May 13th, 2019Gov. Tony Evers Appoints Connie Cobb Madsen as Racine County Register of Deeds
"With her impressive record of public service and her commitment to Racine County, I am confident that Connie Cobb Madsen will be an exceptional Register of Deed."
May 10th, 2019Gov. Tony Evers Appoints Israel Ramón as Milwaukee County Register of Deeds
"Israel Ramón is the kind of principled, organized, and thoughtful leader needed to run the Milwaukee County Register of Deeds Office."
May 10th, 2019Gov. Evers’ Statement on Joint Finance Committee Action
"Today Republicans took a fiscally irresponsible and morally reprehensible vote to blow a $1.4 billion hole in The People’s Budget."
May 9th, 2019Gov. Evers Appoints Michael Basford to the Wisconsin Interagency Council on Homelessness
Basford will serve at the pleasure of the governor beginning Mon., May 13, 2019.
May 9th, 2019Gov. Evers Announces Staff Appointments for Governor’s Office in Milwaukee
Dr. Shandowlyon Hendricks-Williams will serve as the Milwaukee Director, Edwin Huertas will serve as the Milwaukee Deputy Director, and Revelle Williams will serve as the Milwaukee Constituent Services Manager.
May 1st, 2019Gov. Evers Signs Bills Relating to Designating Highway Interchange, Changes to Motor Vehicle Licenses
Act 3 designates the interchange of I-41, U.S. Highway 6 10, and State Highway 441 in Winnebago County as the “Michael G. Ellis Memorial Interchange."
May 1st, 2019Gov. Evers and DHS Secretary-designee Palm Announce Community-Specific Data for DHS Budget Proposal
"My budget proposal draws down $1.6 billion in new federal funding into Wisconsin so we can improve healthcare in communities across the state."
Apr 30th, 2019Gov. Evers Authorizes Dane County to Lower Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Officer Katherine “Katie” Barrios
"I was saddened to hear about the loss of Katie Barrios, an officer with the Middleton Police Department who was dedicated to serving her community."
Apr 29th, 2019Gov. Evers Announces Appointments to Board of Regents
Gov. Tony Evers today announced three appointments to the University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents
Apr 29th, 2019Press Release: Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Iowa County District Attorney
Apr 25th, 2019
Gov. Evers Reappoints Ivan Gamboa as WHEDA Board Chairman
Gamboa currently serves as Senior Vice President at Tri City National Bank in Oak Creek, Wisconsin.
Apr 25th, 2019Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Former State Representative Ed Brooks
"Our hearts are with Barbara as well as Ed’s three daughters and their friends and family as we mourn the loss of an exceptional husband, father, friend, and public servant."
Apr 25th, 2019Gov. Evers, Sen. Baldwin Announce Comprehensive Review of Wisconsin National Guard’s Processes on Sexual Assault and Harassment
"The bottom line is that our servicemembers deserve to work in an environment that’s free of sexual assault and harassment..."
Apr 24th, 2019Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Register of Deeds of Ashland County
The new register of deeds will complete a term ending January 4, 2021.
Apr 24th, 2019Gov. Evers, Lt. Gov. Barnes Release Joint Statement Commemorating Earth Day
"Earth Day is a time to be thankful for our planet and the natural resources it provides us."
Apr 22nd, 2019Gov. Evers Authorizes Iowa County to Lower Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of District Attorney Larry E. Nelson
"His life of public service and advocacy for victims of crime will not be forgotten."
Apr 19th, 2019Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Court of Appeals – District IV
The new judge will complete a term ending July 31, 2020.
Apr 17th, 2019Wisconsin’s Dispatchers Recognized for Helping Keep Citizens Safe
"Dispatchers and telecommunicators are the foundation of our first responder network."
Apr 16th, 2019Gov. Evers Announces Appointments to Judicial Selection Advisory Committee
The committee is responsible for interviewing and recommending candidates to the governor for consideration when he fills judicial vacancies.
Apr 15th, 2019Gov. Evers Proclaims April 14 as ‘Milwaukee Day’ throughout Wisconsin
“As the home to some of our state's favorite teams and businesses, Milwaukee continues to be not only a cultural hub but an economic driving force in Wisconsin.”
Apr 14th, 2019Gov. Evers Announces the Popular SeniorCare Program Will Continue for the Next Decade
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services approves terms and conditions to extend the prescription drug assistance program
Apr 12th, 2019Gov. Evers Releases Statement Relating to the Bradley Center Sports and Entertainment Corporation
The BCSEC was created by the state to own and operate the Bradley Center on behalf of the people of Wisconsin.
Apr 12th, 2019Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order #19 Relating to the Creation of the Committee to Celebrate the Centennial Anniversary of Wisconsin’s Ratification of the 19th Amendment
Gov. Evers today designated Mrs. Kathy Evers as the Chairwoman of the Executive Committee.
Apr 11th, 2019Promises Kept: Wisconsin Withdraws from GOP Lawsuit Attacking ACA
"It’s time for Republicans to stop blocking the will of the people and work with us to expand healthcare."
Apr 9th, 2019Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Register of Deeds of Racine County
The new register of deeds will complete a term ending January 4, 2021.
Apr 9th, 2019Gov. Evers Proclaims April ‘Sexual Assault Awareness Month’ in Wisconsin
“We must continue to work together to prevent sexual violence while providing pathways to recovery for survivors.”
Apr 5th, 2019Gov. Evers Proclaims April 3, 2019 ‘Recovery Alignment Day’ in Wisconsin
"This day signifies that we must use every pathway available to treat addiction."
Apr 3rd, 2019Gov. Evers Responds to Ruling in SEIU v. Vos
"For the second time in less than a week, an impartial judge ruled against legislative Republicans and their lame duck session."
Mar 26th, 2019Gov. Evers Appoints Dr. John Willett as Green Lake County Coroner
"Dr. Willett will be an excellent Coroner and will serve the people of Green Lake County well."
Mar 25th, 2019Gov. Evers Releases Statement on Dane County Court’s Ruling on Lame-Duck Session
"Today's ruling is a victory for the people of Wisconsin and for preserving the Wisconsin Constitution."
Mar 21st, 2019Gov. Evers Releases Statement on State Building Commission Meeting
"Republicans would rather have us sit here in gridlock than do the jobs we were sent here to do, and that’s a shame."
Mar 20th, 2019Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order #17 Relating to the Creation of the Governor’s Health Equity Council
The Governor’s Health Equity Council will work to develop a plan, supported by a body of research, with key benchmarks to reduce and eliminate health disparities throughout the state of Wisconsin by 2030.
Mar 19th, 2019Gov. Evers Advocates for Expanding Medicaid in Visits to Janesville, Beloit
"By expanding Medicaid in Wisconsin, our budget improves access to quality, affordable health care for people across our state."
Mar 18th, 2019Governor Evers Declares State of Emergency for Flooding
"Many residents and communities across our state have been responding to flooding that has impacted homes, businesses, and cities and towns across Wisconsin."
Mar 15th, 2019Gov. Evers, Sen. Baldwin Call for Comprehensive Review of Wisconsin National Guard Processes on Sexual Assault and Harassment
"As should be the case in all workplaces, the service members of the Wisconsin National Guard deserve a work environment free from sexual assault and harassment..."
Mar 14th, 2019Gov. Tony Evers, Attorney General Josh Kaul Announce that Wisconsin Joins Multistate Lawsuit Challenging President Trump’s National Emergency
"The president’s declaration is reckless and unconstitutional."
Mar 13th, 2019Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order Executive Order #15 Relating to Inclusive Language in Administrative Rules
Mar 12th, 2019
Gov. Evers Moves Forward on Plans to Close Lincoln Hills
"We are committed to getting kids out of Lincoln Hills and closer to home as soon as we safely and responsibly can."
Mar 12th, 2019Gov. Evers Announces 2019-2021 Capital Budget Recommendations
These Capital Budget Recommendations aggressively and responsibly address deferred maintenance and life safety issues in state-owned buildings.
Mar 7th, 2019Gov. Evers Appoints Fred Clark to Natural Resources Board
Fred Clark is a forester and conservationist who is marking his 30th year working outdoors in Wisconsin.
Mar 6th, 2019Gov. Tony Evers Signs Executive Order #14 Related to Accessibility of DMV Facilities and DOT-Issued Voter Identification
Governor Tony Evers today signed an executive order relating to the accessibility of Department of Motor Vehicles facilities and Department of Transportation-issued voter identification.
Mar 4th, 2019Governor Evers Gives 2019-21 Biennial Budget Address
Gov. Evers' remarks as prepared for deliver
Feb 28th, 2019Gov. Evers Announces Tribal Initiatives in State Budget
"I’m excited that our budget will make investments that will help Native American children, families, and communities thrive."
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