Wisconsin Policy Forum

Report Finds Decades-Long Spike in Storm Damage in Wisconsin

Extreme rains since late 1990s increase need for flood insurance.

Wisconsin’s State Budget Surplus Is Shrinking

Spending and tax cuts have consumed most of surplus, Policy Forum warns.

Texas Reps Fleeing State Similar to 2011 Wisconsin Dem Exodus

Texas Democratic U.S. representatives trying to block gerrymander vote, Wisconsin state senators tried the same with Act 10.

Record Number of Wisconsinites Taking Trade Apprenticeships

Demand for workers in industries such as manufacturing and health care still exceeds the number of workers entering.

Trump Tariffs Hurting Wisconsin Foreign Trade, Business Relationships

Tonnage through the Port of Milwaukee down 30% through early 2025.

Proposed Bill Aims to Ease Wisconsin School Bus Driver Shortage

Older drivers needn't take Commercial Driver's License tests as often.

Gov. Evers Approves Bill to Support Lead Service Line Replacement in Superior

Act 8 would allow private water utility in Superior to utilize federal funding for lead service line replacement

Gov. Evers’ Statement on Suing to Stop Trump Administration from Gutting Funding to Address Teacher Shortages and Enhance Teacher Quality to Help Improve Student Outcomes

Gov. Evers Introduces “The Most Pro-Kid Budget in State History” in 2025 the Year of the Kid

Governor’s budget includes the largest investment in Wisconsin’s kids by any governor in Wisconsin history

Gov. Evers Announces Comprehensive Plan to Ensure Clean Water for Kids and Families in 2025 Year of the Kid

Governor proposes key investments to fight PFAS contamination statewide, remove lead from service lines, homes, and schools

Gov. Evers Announces Comprehensive Corrections Reform Plan, Proposing Some of the Most Significant Facility and Capital Changes in Department of Corrections History

Governor announces sweeping reforms to improve public safety, reduce costs to taxpayers and recidivism, and support corrections staff

Possibilities for Enhancing EMS Collaboration in Milwaukee County

Report analyzes options for municipal fire departments to improve services, gain efficiencies