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Gov. Evers Takes Action on Several Bills

Gov. Evers Keeps Promise to Protect LGBTQ Youth, Again Vetoes Several Anti-LGBTQ BillsTargetingTransand Gender Nonconforming Kids

On International Transgender Day of Visibility, governor vetoes anti-trans bills surrounded by members of the LGBTQ community

Gov. Evers Takes Action on Dozens Of Bills

Gov. Evers Signs Key Bill to Support States Food Assistance Program, Prevent Wisconsin Taxpayers From Paying Over $200 Million a Year in Potential Penalty Fees to Trump Administration

Gov. Evers, Wisconsin Office of Violence Prevention Award $15 Million to Organizations Across Wisconsin to Reduce Crime, Prevent Violence, and Keep Kids, Families, and Communities Safe

Gov. Evers Statement on Key Bill to Support States Food Assistance Program, Prevent Wisconsin Taxpayers From Paying Over $200 Million a Year in Potential Penalty Fees to Trump Administration

Wisconsin Emergency Management SEOC Update 2 – Final SEOC Update on March Winter Storms

Wisconsin Emergency Management SEOC Update 1 – March Winter Storms

Wisconsin Emergency Management Wisconsin Emergency Management Elevates State Emergency Operations Center for March Winter Storm

Evers Administration to Celebrate Womens History Month With Cabinet Panel Series

Events in Green Bay and Milwaukee to Highlight Future of Wisconsin’s Economy, Workforce, and Thriving Communities

DHS Releases 2025 Statewide Vaccination Rate Data, Childhood Rates Continue Decline

Health officials sound alarm as number of children unprotected against preventable diseases increases

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Confirmed in Jefferson County

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Confirmed in Walworth County

Gov. Evers, DHS Announce Wisconsin to Apply for Program Designed to Improve Health Through Healthy Food and Meals

During "2026 Year of the Neighbor," Evers Administration aims to help support healthy Wisconsinites and communities

Rep. Robyn Vining Introduces Bill to Create BadgerCare Public Option

Gov. Evers Builds Upon Efforts to Clean Up Wisconsinites Water, Approves New Rule Changes Strengthening Pfas Drinking Water Standards

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Confirmed in Jefferson County

Farm to School Advisory Council Nominations Due May 15

Legislators, Nurse Professionals Collaborate on the Nurse Staffing and Patient Protection Act

AG Kaul Joins Multistate Lawsuit Challenging the Kennedy Vaccine Schedule and Unlawful Overhaul of Federal Childhood Immunization Policy

Complaint alleges RFK Jr. and CDC bypassed federal law, ignored scientific evidence, and endangered children by gutting recommended childhood vaccines

Gov. Evers Announces Partnership With Milwaukee Bucks to Raise Awareness, Prevent Domestic Violence Across Wisconsin

New partnership builds on Evers Administration’s efforts to end the cycle of violence, address rising rates of domestic violence deaths in Wisconsin, and keep kids, families, and communities safe

Gov. Evers Announces Wisconsin to Join Growing Coalition of States in Joining World Health Organization Global Outbreak Alert Response Network

By joining, Wisconsin gains critical access to global early-warning alerts, international trainings to bolster local response to outbreaks, stronger coordination between state’s public health systems and global response efforts

Over 160 Stakeholders Join Gov. Evers’ Call Urging Lawmakers to Support FoodShare, Prevent Wisconsin Taxpayers from Paying Hundreds of Millions of Dollars in Penalty Fees to the Trump Administration

Nonpartisan coalition including seniors, agriculture stakeholders, and hunger relief organizations urges lawmakers to quickly approve key investments to prevent Wisconsin taxpayers from having to pay as much as $205 million in penalty fees to the Trump Administration on top of hundreds of millions the ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ will cost in future budgets

DHS Announces Measles Exposures in Milwaukee County

Case related to exposure out of state, health officials advise residents to watch for symptoms and check their vaccine status

Gov. Evers Announces State Building Commission Approves Approximately $205.7 Million in Projects Across Wisconsin

News Release – DHS Confirms Case of Measles in Dane County

Health officials investigating

New Leadership at Bread of Healing Clinic

Community Invited to Meet New Executive Director of Bread of Healing Clinic and Convene on Health Care Access

DHS Confirms Case of Measles in Waukesha County

Health officials investigating, no known public exposures identified

Gov. Evers Sends Letter Urging Congress to Fully Fund Essential Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services That Are a Lifeline for Wisconsinites

Governor fights to secure mental and behavioral health investments after the Trump Administration abruptly terminated and then restored roughly $2 billion in federal mental health and substance abuse services grants, spurring confusion nationwide

Representative Shelia Stubbs Introduces Bill to Support Minority Health Grants to Community Organizations

Help Protect Our Waters by Reducing Winter Salt Use

DHS Confirms Salmonella Infections Linked to National Recall of Live It Up Brand ‘Super Greens’ Powder

Eleven Wisconsinites sick, two hospitalized with Salmonella infection; consumers advised not to use product and monitor symptoms

DHS Continues to Endorse Childhood Vaccine Recommendations of American Academy of Pediatrics

No changes will be made to vaccine recommendations that protect the health of Wisconsinites from preventable diseases, following best available scientific and safety data

Gov. Evers, DNR Announce $484 Million to Improve Wastewater Infrastructure for Wisconsinites in 82 Municipalities

Funding provided through the Clean Water Fund Program will help small and disadvantaged communities upgrade wastewater equipment

DHS Supports Local Initiatives to Increase Radon Awareness and Debunk Common Myths

Radon is an invisible gas that causes cancer, but when you know the facts, you can protect yourself

2025 Wrap Up: Gov. Evers Highlights Administrations Efforts to Do What’s Best for Kids in 2025 the Year of the Kid

2025 Wrap Up: Gov. Evers Highlights 2025 Accomplishments

Wisconsin Receives $203 Million in Federal Funding to Support Health Care Innovation and Partnerships in Rural Wisconsin

Investment in workforce, technology, and care coordination

2025 Roundup: Gov. Evers Completes Annual 72-County Tour of Wisconsin

Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address Wishing Wisconsinites a Happy Holidays

DHS Confirms First Pediatric Respiratory Illness-Associated Deaths

Encourages everyone 6 months and older to get vaccinated against respiratory viruses to protect against serious illness and spread of disease

MPS Buildings Cleared of Lead-Paint Risks after 10-Plus Months of Work

All Affected Schools Now Meet or Exceed Standards

Gov. Evers Announces State Building Commission Approves Approximately $185 Million in Projects Across Wisconsin

DHS Continues to Recommend Hepatitis B Vaccine Dose within 24 Hours of Birth

Health officials reviewed safety and effectiveness of hepatitis B vaccine, issuing guidance to parents, clinicians

Gov. Evers, DNR Announce More Than $159 Million to Ensure Clean, Safe Drinking Water for Wisconsinites in 29 Municipalities

Gov. Evers Signs Bipartisan “Bradyn’s Law” to Create New Crime for Extortion

DNR Announces New Online Tool To Help Private Well Owners Interpret Water Test Results

Vision 2030 Update: 1 West Wilson Building Available for Sale in Madison

Bids for Historic State Office Building Due March 16

AG Kaul and Coalition Sue to Block Unlawful SNAP Eligibility Guidance

Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Wisconsin Department of Health Services Registered Nurse Tricia Ploessl

DHS Tracking Respiratory Illness Activity Ahead of the Holiday Season

Wisconsinites urged to get vaccines now to be protected for the holidays and beyond

Gov. Evers, DNR Announce $282 Million to Improve Drinking Water Quality for Wisconsinites in 74 Municipalities

November 17-21 is Winter Weather Awareness Week in Wisconsin

Wisconsin Ranks Number ONE in the Nation During Fall Drug Take Back Collection

DATCP and DHS Urge Wisconsin Retailers to Continue to Accept FoodShare

Businesses should not refuse service, DATCP is prepared to enforce against price gouging

DATCP and DHS Urge Wisconsin Retailers to Continue to Accept FoodShare

Businesses should not refuse service, DATCP is prepared to enforce against price gouging

Gov. Evers Urges Members of Congress to Condemn Trump Administration Attempts to Yank FoodShare Payments from Nearly 700,000 Wisconsinites

Governor calls out Republicans in Congress for staying silent as Trump Administration tries to take food away from Wisconsin kids, families, and seniors

Gov. Evers, Evers Administration Lead Coalition Urging Court to Reject Last-Ditch Trump Administration Effort to Yank Newly Restored SNAP Payments

States urge court to enforce directive requiring Trump Administration to ensure federal resources are available to pay November SNAP payments in full as required by court order

Gov. Evers Slams Trump Administration for Last-Ditch Effort to Yank Newly Restored FoodShare Funding from Nearly 700,000 Wisconsinites

City of Milwaukee and Milwaukee County Continue Emergency Food Drive Following November FoodShare Update

Gov. Evers Announces Evers Administration Immediately Moves to Ensure Nearly 700,000 Wisconsinites Receive November FoodShare Payments in Full after Court Directs Trump Administration to Stop Withholding Funding

Ex Fabula StorySlams are live events where community members connect and share true, personal stories related to the night’s theme, told without props or notes.

Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address Encouraging Wisconsinites to Take Care of One Another Amidst Ongoing Federal Government Shutdown and Lapse in FoodShare Benefits

DHS Applies for $1 Billion in Federal Funding to Expand Access to High Quality Health Services in Rural Wisconsin

Funding to support workforce, technology, and care coordination services

FoodShare Delays, City-County Food Drive Progress, WIC benefits, and ACA Updates

Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order Declaring State of Emergency, Period of Economic Disruption Due to the Ongoing Federal Government Shutdown and Lapse in FoodShare Benefits

Governor’s emergency order prohibits price gouging statewide as FoodShare benefits lapse, requires state agencies to respond and suspend any administrative rules hindering or delaying the state’s response

Gov. Evers Releases Statement Regarding FoodShare Lawsuits

Gov. Evers Takes Action on 19 Bills

Hunters: Help Your Fellow Wisconsinites Experiencing Food Insecurity By Participating In Deer Donation Program

Two Weeks Remain to Apply for FEMA Assistance for August floods

Perimenopause & Menopause Education Bill Passed Out of Senate Committee–Unanimously!

State Building Commission Releases Funding Gov. Evers Requested to Revamp Corrections Facilities

More than $700 million approved for key state projects across UW System and corrections, among others

Article hits home on being prepared for ICE arrest/detainment

Healthcare Premiums for Wisconsinites to Skyrocket in 2026 if Republicans Fail to Extend Affordable Care Act Tax Credits

Wisconsinites face sticker shock on out-of-pocket healthcare coverage costs with many seeing premiums double, some seniors seeing increases of over $30,000 per year if Congressional Republicans allow enhanced Affordable Care Act supports to expire

News Release – DHS Reminds Wisconsinites to Take Action Against Mosquito Bites

Continued protection recommended after a horse in Wisconsin tests positive for Eastern equine encephalitis

Halle Berry Joins Rep. Robyn Vining and Sen. Dianne Hesselbein to Advocate for Bipartisan Perimenopause & Menopause Education Bill

Wisconsin FoodShare Program to Run Out of Funding in Nine Days

Co-Chairs Criticize DHS For Lack of Plan, Transparency with Opioid Settlement Funds

Gov. Evers Signs Bipartisan Bills to Bolster EMS Professionals and Services Across Wisconsin

Wisconsin Improves Child Lead Testing Rates, Urges Continued Testing and At-Home Prevention

Statewide lead testing for children under age 6 increased 26% in 2024

Drug Take Back Day is October 25

Wisconsin FoodShare Program to Run Out of Funding in 10 Days

Sen. Keyeski Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Lower State & Local Costs while Improving Health Outcomes for Incarcerated Individuals with Substance Use Disorders

DHS Encourages Wisconsinites to Get Vaccinated Against Respiratory Viruses This Fall

Vaccines for flu, RSV, and COVID-19 are becoming more available across the state

Counties, Faith Leaders, Health Pros to Legislators: Keep Food on the Table for 700,000 Wisconsinites

Poultry Shows, Exhibitions in Four Wisconsin Counties Suspended Due to Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Confirmed in Jefferson County

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Confirmed in Jefferson County

DHS Reports Increase in Fall-related Emergency Medical Services Calls Statewide

Number of responses increased by 10,000 from 2023 to 2024

How to Test Your Deer for CWD This Hunting Season

South Shore Beach Rehabilitation Project Completed After More Than a Decade of Study and Planning

Gov. Evers Joins Coalition of Governors Urging Congress to Keep Healthcare Affordable by Extending ACA’s Enhanced Premium Tax Credits

In a joint letter to U.S. congressional leadership, coalition of 18 governors highlight importance of extending tax credits provided by the Affordable Care Act to help keep premiums low and provide stability for millions of working families

DHS Continues to Recommend the Covid-19 Vaccine for All Wisconsinites 6 Months and Older

Statewide medical order makes it easier for Wisconsinites to get the vaccine

Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order to Ensure Access to Vaccines in Wisconsin

After Trump Administration recklessly undermines medical professionals and access to safe and effective vaccines, governor directs whole-of-government response to protecting vaccine access statewide to keep kids, parents, families, and seniors, among others, safe

Gov. Evers Celebrates Grand Opening of New Critical Access Hospital in Park Falls

Park Falls project received $20 million through governor’s Healthcare Infrastructure Capital Grant Program to expand access to healthcare in rural Wisconsin

DHS Distributes Free Xylazine Test Strips, Renews Statewide Naloxone Standing Order for Pharmacies

Efforts part of a commitment to drug overdose protection

Grant County Horse Confirmed With West Nile Virus

Gov. Evers Shares Video Message Recognizing Suicide Prevention Month, Encourages Wisconsinites to Take Care of Themselves and Each Other 

DNR and DHS Issue New PFAS-based Consumption Advisory for Ducks Harvested on Green Bay

DNR and DHS Issue New PFAS-based Consumption Advisories for Fish and Deer Near town of Stella and Surrounding Waterbodies in Oneida County

Wisconsin Women in Government Announces Board Members and Executive Committee