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Governor Walker Surveys Flood Damage, Declares State of Emergency
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims of the flooding.”
Jul 13th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Announces $2.4 Million in Grants for Wisconsin’s Coastal Communities
Recipients for this year’s grants were recommended by the Wisconsin Coastal Management Council.
Jul 10th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Promotes Wisconsin Veteran-Owned Businesses as Part of #WIVetBiz Day
Approximately 11 percent of all businesses in the state, or 65,000, are veteran-owned.
Jun 27th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Milwaukee-area auto dealer reprimanded
Odometer violations resulted in three-week suspension
Jun 23rd, 2017 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Governor Walker Announces Winner of 34th Annual Virginia Hart Special Recognition Award
The annual award is given in honor of Virginia Hart, Wisconsin’s first female cabinet member.
May 19th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Resolution by Ald. Zielinski seeks tougher laws for violent offenders
Additional legislation would direct DOA to create emergency assistance plan for city employees who are on the job
Mar 28th, 2017 by Ald. Tony Zielinski
Governor Walker Boosts Government Transparency with Executive Action
Since 2011, Governor Walker’s office has released more than 6,000,000 pages of records in response to 922 public records requests.
Mar 9th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
One Wisconsin Now Calls on Gov. Scott Walker to Host Wisconsin Town Hall
After Endless Invite-Only, Lobbyist-Riddled Events, Walker Tells Electeds at CPAC ‘Do What I Say, Not What I Do’
Feb 23rd, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
Governor Walker Announces $6 Million Expansion and Renovation of State Fair Park’s Cream Puff Pavilion
The expansion will allow for better visitor space inside the pavilion.
Jan 6th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Calls on State Legislature to Pass Rural Broadband Expansion Bill
Proposed legislation invests an additional estimated $35.5 million in broadband expansion efforts over the next three years
Dec 2nd, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Highlights Success at Northern Wisconsin Economic Development Summit
Announces $10 million investment in rural economic development
Nov 10th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Stockbridge-Munsee Urgently Calls Upon Governor Walker to Fairly Enforce State Gaming Compacts
It appears the Administration is applying different criteria to different tribes when considering the expansion of gaming in Wisconsin.
Oct 19th, 2016 by Stockbridge-Munsee Tribe
Documents From Political Corruption Investigation Reveal Gov. Walker’s Allies Intentionally Made Baseless Claims of Voter Fraud to Question Election Results
Actions Show ‘Utter Contempt for Our Democracy’
Sep 15th, 2016 by One Wisconsin Now
Governor Walker Authorizes Additional Measures to Prevent Potential Gas and Diesel Shortages
Changes allow transport of heavier loads of petroleum products
Sep 9th, 2016 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Governor Walker Announces New Broadband Contract Saving $8 Million Annually
Increases broadband capacity on BadgerNet Converged Network for government and educational entities
Sep 6th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Appoints Linda Seemeyer to Lead the Department of Health Services
Linda Seemeyer will begin on August 22, 2016.
Aug 4th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Leads State Efforts to Aid Northern Wisconsin Recovery
Governor Walker also requested a Federal Emergency Management Agency Preliminary Damage Assessment as the first important step to requesting federal disaster assistance.
Jul 19th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Lobbyists, Republican Donors Central to Gov. Walker Closed-Door ‘Listening Sessions’
‘Are Walker’s Agencies Using Citizens’ Personal Government Data to Select Attendees?’ Asks One WI Now
Jul 15th, 2016 by One Wisconsin Now
Governor Walker Appoints Ivan Gamboa to Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority
Gamboa currently serves as Senior Vice President at Tri City National Bank in Hales Corners.
May 27th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Rep. Barca Statement on Voting Systems Outage
Rep. Barca also called for a full investigation and report from the Department of Administration and Department of Transportation on the outages.
Apr 1st, 2016 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Governor Scott Walker Appoints New Deputy Chief of Staff for Communications
Jablonski’s appointment will be effective April 18, 2016.
Mar 29th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Scott Walker Announces Launch of Agency Performance Dashboards Website
New website focuses on improving transparency, efficiency, and effectiveness
Mar 16th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Scott Walker Announces Grants Available for TEACH Educational Technology Teacher Training
Grants for fiscal year 2016 are available to consortia of three or more eligible school districts.
Mar 3rd, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Scott Walker Signs 58 Bills Into Law
Acts 200 - 257.
Mar 1st, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Scott Walker Signs 46 Bills Into Law
Acts 154 - 199.
Feb 29th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Scott Walker Seeks Nominations for the 33rd Annual Virginia Hart Special Recognition Award
Virginia Hart was Wisconsin’s first woman to serve as a cabinet secretary.
Feb 19th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Rep. Shankland Responds to Release of Gov. Walker’s Receipts from State after Failed White House Bid
"Given that the Department of Administration has released receipts, I hope this means the governor will consider supporting the Wisconsin Taxpayer Protection Act."
Jan 25th, 2016 by Katrina Shankland
Supervisor Romo West Extends Gratitude for Heroin and Opiate Town Hall
Meeting to be Held at 5:30 p.m. Today at Italian Conference Center
Nov 16th, 2015 by Sup. Peggy A. West
Town hall meeting focused on heroin and opiates problem
Monday, November 16, 2015, 5:30PM-8:30PM (program at 6:15PM)
Nov 13th, 2015 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Governor Scott Walker Signs 49 Bills Into Law
Governor Scott Walker signed 49 bills into law today at the Wisconsin State Capitol.
Nov 11th, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
Barca, Lassa Invite Bipartisan Support for WEDC Replacement
Speaker Vos Agrees State Needs New Model for Jobs Agency
Nov 11th, 2015 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Governor Scott Walker Creates Commission on Government Reform, Efficiency, and Performance
Commission will focus on continual improvement making government more effective, more efficient, and more accountable to the public
Nov 4th, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
Council approves 2016 budget focused on public safety, libraries and jobs
News release from Common Council President Michael J. Murphy and Alderman Nik Kovac
Nov 3rd, 2015 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Assembly Republicans Take Next Step in Agenda to Usher in a New Era of Corruption
Republicans Pass Legislation Dismantling 100 Year Old Civil Service System, Opening the Door to Cronyism and Corruption
Oct 27th, 2015 by State Rep. Lisa Subeck
Walker Delays Repaying Taxpayers for his Campaign Bills
Governor Walker’s campaign expenses this year totaled over $125,000 and he has only repaid $57, 863.
Oct 9th, 2015 by Katrina Shankland
Barca, Lassa Propose New Model for Economic Development
Hybrid Agency Would Replace Failed Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Sep 15th, 2015 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Governor Scott Walker Announces Administrative Staff Promotions
Current Chief of Staff Eric Schutt is leaving the administration to pursue other opportunities and to spend more time with family.
Aug 20th, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Scott Walker Signs 2015-2017 State Budget, Lowers Property Taxes Again
Today, Governor Scott Walker signed the 2015-2017 State Budget into law, keeping his promise to lower the tax burden for the hardworking taxpayers of Wisconsin.
Jul 12th, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
State Capitol Update
A recap of this week’s votes “Under the Dome”.
May 15th, 2015 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Erpenbach Motion to Require Audit of DOA Info Tech Funds
The motion failed along party lines.
May 14th, 2015 by State Sen. Jon Erpenbach
GOP cuts recycling while boosting Walker’s office pay
Taxpayers continue to shoulder the burden of Governor's presidential campaign
May 5th, 2015 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Rep. Hintz presses DOA Secretary on Budget, “Scoop and Toss” Delay of Debt Payments
"Gov. Walker’s bad budgeting has created a $2.2 billion shortfall and the resulting crisis budget..."
Mar 2nd, 2015 by State Rep. Gordon Hintz
Governor Scott Walker Announces Administration Staff Changes
Today, Governor Scott Walker announced the following administrative staff changes
Feb 16th, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
Under Republicans, Wisconsin Continues to Face Staggering Budget and Jobs Deficit
Walker and Legislative Republicans Prioritize Politics over Economic Opportunity
Jan 23rd, 2015 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Gov. Walker turns away thousands of good-paying jobs, millions of new tourists by rejecting Kenosha casino project
Lack of Leadership Costs Wisconsin Thousands of Jobs
Jan 23rd, 2015 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Governor Scott Walker Announces Non-Concurrence with Bureau of Indian Affairs on Kenosha Casino
Today, Governor Scott Walker informed the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) at the Department of Interior (DOI) of his non-concurrence with their determination on the proposed casino project.
Jan 23rd, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
Rep. Zepnick Proposes Middle Class Tax Cuts and a Fair and Responsible Transportation Funding
State Representative Josh Zepnick announced a plan today that would offer middle class tax cuts along with a fair and responsible transportation funding plan.
Jan 16th, 2015 by Josh Zepnick
Rep. Barca Statement on Expected Budget Deficit
Peter Barca (D-Kenosha) issued the following statement on the Wisconsin Department of Administration’s 2015-2017 state fiscal report issued today
Nov 20th, 2014 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Transportation budget recommendations submitted
Request calls for a wide range of investments and new funding approaches
Nov 14th, 2014 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
New Report: Wisconsin Receives an “A-“ in Annual Report on Transparency of Government Spending
Wisconsin Highlighted as Most Improved State in the Nation
Apr 8th, 2014 by WISPIRG Foundation
Milwaukee County Supervisor Michael Mayo, Sr. Sets Event to Benefit Homeless at Dineen Park on Oct 29.
Mayo, Volunteers Will Spend the Night in the Park to Raise Awareness of Homelessness, Gather Needed Winter Clothing and Supplies for Homeless
Oct 22nd, 2013 by Sup. Michael Mayo
Taylor statement on free speech settlement
The Wisconsin Department of Administration and the American Civil Liberties Union announced a settlement in the ACLU’s lawsuit against the state over illegal permitting policies that restrict free speech at the State Capitol.
Oct 10th, 2013 by Chris Taylor
Taylor statement on DOJ release of protesters’ private data
Walker protestors who’ve been cited by the Capitol Police at the noon-time Solidarity Sing-Alongs were provided private information about other protestors, including home addresses and social security numbers.
Sep 18th, 2013 by Chris Taylor
NAACP Opposes Board Removal of Corporation Counsel
The Milwaukee Branch of the NAACP is adding their voice to County Executive Chris Abele’s and the many others who are urging the Milwaukee County Board not to fire the County’s top attorney.
Jun 20th, 2013 by County Executive Chris Abele
First budget day showcases a Tale of Two Budgets
Democratic JFC members note the Walker budget repeats the mistakes of the last budget that left Wisconsin 44th in the nation in job creation.
Mar 19th, 2013 by Racine Mayor Cory Mason
County Executive Abele Named to Bipartisan Debt Commission
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele has been appointed to the Wisconsin Campaign to Fix the Debt committee.
Oct 18th, 2012 by County Executive Chris Abele
