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State Medicaid Waiver Proposal Would Undermine Access to Health Care
Wisconsin Alliance for Women’s Health Submits Comments in Opposition to Proposed Medicaid Waiver
May 19th, 2017 by Wisconsin Alliance for Women’s HealthSerious Concerns Remain about BadgerCare Waiver Request
"If the state’s goal is to make health care more affordable and accessible while reducing drug use, then this waiver should be denied."
May 1st, 2017 by Community Advocates Public Policy InstituteUWM conference to address trauma and its treatments
The effects of trauma can be devastating to individuals, their families and their communities.
Apr 14th, 2017 by University of Wisconsin-MilwaukeeGovernor Walker Announces Success with Initiatives That Assist People with Disabilities in Gaining Employment
During the two most recent federal fiscal years, Wisconsin helped a record 9,500 individuals with disabilities overcome barriers to employment.
Apr 10th, 2017 by Gov. Scott WalkerCommunity Meeting Set to Discuss Milwaukee River Floodplain Soil and Sediment Sample Results
The public meeting will be held April 18 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Gordon Park Pavilion.
Mar 31st, 2017 by Wisconsin Department of Natural ResourcesSober Housing Legislation Helps Address Addiction Epidemic
Rep. Sargent introduces bill to support and expand access to sober living residences in Wisconsin
Mar 22nd, 2017 by Dane County Executive Melissa AgardOne 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 NowLegislators Call on Governor Walker to do More to Combat Childhood Lead Poisoning
Lead poisoning, especially in children under 6, causes a lifetime of health and behavioral issues, including reduced intelligence, learning disabilities, and developmental delays.
Feb 16th, 2017 by Chris TaylorGovernor Walker Calls Legislature into Special Session and Orders New Actions in the Fight Against Opioid Abuse
“This is a public health crisis, and that’s why I’m calling a special session of the Legislature and directing state agencies to ramp up the state’s response”
Jan 5th, 2017 by Gov. Scott WalkerGovernor Walker Highlights Success at Northern Wisconsin Economic Development Summit
Announces $10 million investment in rural economic development
Nov 10th, 2016 by Gov. Scott WalkerGovernor Walker Announces Members of the Task Force on Opioid Abuse
Group to hold its first meeting on October 28 in Green Bay
Oct 25th, 2016 by Gov. Scott WalkerRep. Mark Spreitzer praises same-sex parentage ruling
“While I’m thankful for this decision, I hope we can codify this decision by passing the MFEA, and bring permanent certainty to Wisconsin families.”
Sep 15th, 2016 by State Sen. Mark Spreitzer



















