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New Study Shows Bipartisan Session Agreements Make a Positive Impact
"We wanted to have a more transparent process that allows for greater public participation in the legislative process."
Nov 20th, 2017 by Wisconsin Assembly Speaker Robin Vos
Democrats Continue to Lead the Fight to Protect Taxpayers on Foxconn
Walker’s Republican allies in Legislature reject resolution calling for Foxconn contract to be made public
Nov 7th, 2017 by State Senate Democratic Leader Dianne Hesselbein
Speaker Vos Announces New Assembly Committee on International Affairs and Commerce
Wisconsin exported $21 billion in products last year.
Nov 3rd, 2017 by Wisconsin Assembly Speaker Robin Vos
Assembly Passes Bill Banning Abortion Coverage
"If this policy becomes law, families in Wisconsin will have to pay the full cost of an unexpected medical emergency out of pocket."
Nov 2nd, 2017 by Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin
National Association of Social Workers, Wisconsin Chapter to Present State Representative Jonathan Brostoff with Public Service Award
Representative Brostoff has organized against regulatory bills that could threaten social work and other professions.
Oct 20th, 2017 by National Association of Social Workers, Wisconsin Chapter
Governor Walker Appoints Dan Meyer to Serve as Department of Natural Resources Secretary
Meyer’s appointment is effective today, September 25, 2017.
Sep 25th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Releases Statement on Bipartisan Assembly Passage of Wisconn Valley Special Session Legislation
"As the world’s largest electronics manufacturer, Foxconn’s $10 billion investment and 13,000 new jobs will be transformational"
Aug 18th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Rep. Mark Spreitzer pushes to protect Wisconsin taxpayers
"Due to Governor Walker’s weak negotiating, Wisconsin will be forced to use taxpayer dollars to write Foxconn yearly checks for up to $312 million..."
Aug 17th, 2017 by State Sen. Mark Spreitzer
Speaker Vos Statement on Dr. Ellsworth Brown’s Retirement
Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) released the following statement in regards to the retirement announcement of Dr. Ellsworth Brown, Director of the Wisconsin Historical Society.
Aug 10th, 2017 by Wisconsin Assembly Speaker Robin Vos
Wisconsin Speaker Robin Vos Becomes Vice President of NCSL
Vos has served as the 75th speaker of the Wisconsin State Assembly since 2011.
Aug 9th, 2017 by National Conference of State Legislatures
Unconstitutional Bill Addressing Republican-Manufactured Crisis to Pass Assembly
Republicans set to pass bill spearheaded by Speaker Robin Vos attacking free speech rights on campus
Jun 21st, 2017 by Dane County Executive Melissa Agard
Supreme Court Will Hear Oral Arguments In Landmark Partisan Gerrymandering Case, Gill v. Whitford
Wisconsin’s partisan gerrymander is one of the most extremely gerrymandered state legislative plans in the last four decades.
Jun 19th, 2017 by Campaign Legal Center
Audit of Wisconsin’s Financial Statements Another Hit to GOP’s Budget Fairytale
Financial records show billion-dollar General Fund deficit and bleeding Transportation Fund
Mar 31st, 2017 by Dane County Executive Melissa Agard
Affordable Care Act Repeal would have Devastating Consequences in Wisconsin
"According to the Congressional Budget Office, 24 million Americans will lose their health insurance"
Mar 21st, 2017 by State Rep. Lisa Subeck
DNR Audit Underlines Consequences of Starving State Government
DNR underfunding, understaffing causing lack of enforcement, accountability
Mar 14th, 2017 by Dane County Executive Melissa Agard
Sen. LaTonya Johnson’s Juvenile Justice Reform Moves Forward
2017 Senate Bill 35 was overwhelmingly approved by the full Wisconsin State Senate.
Mar 7th, 2017 by State Sen. LaTonya Johnson
Rep. Mark Spreitzer’s and Rep. JoCasta Zamarripa’s statement on the withdrawal of federal protections for transgender students
"The reasoning of the Trump administration’s decision in withdrawing federal protections for transgender students is hurtful, discriminatory, and baseless."
Feb 23rd, 2017 by State Sen. Mark Spreitzer
Barriers to LGBTQ Empowerment
Alverno Forum will explore the challenges that face the LGBTQ community
Jan 23rd, 2017 by Alverno College
Representative Jonathan Brostoff is Honored to be Sworn into Office for the 2017-19 Session, is Eager to Tackle Fresh Agenda
Brostoff will be the Ranking Member for the Assembly Democrats on the Committee for Regulatory and Licensing Reform.
Jan 3rd, 2017 by Rep. Jonathan Brostoff
Speaker Vos Statement on Departure of WisDOT Secretary Gottlieb
“...Secretary Gottlieb’s expertise and candor will be missed.”
Dec 27th, 2016 by Wisconsin Assembly Speaker Robin Vos
Speaker Vos Statement on the Retirement of Secretary Scocos
“I would like to thank Secretary Scocos for his many years of public service in Wisconsin state government.”
Nov 30th, 2016 by Wisconsin Assembly Speaker Robin Vos
Rep. Mark Spreitzer unanimously elected Assembly Democratic Caucus Chair
Rep. Spreitzer will begin his second term representing the 45th Assembly District in Janua
Nov 16th, 2016 by State Sen. Mark Spreitzer
Representative JoCasta Zamarripa on the Passing of Reverend Joe Angel Medina
“My thoughts and prayers go out to Yolanda Lomeli Medina and the entire Medina family during this difficult time.”
Aug 12th, 2016 by JoCasta Zamarripa
Darrol Gibson Announces Impressive Slate of Endorsements Including Congresswoman Gwen Moore
Darrol is the only candidate running for a seat in the Wisconsin State Legislature this fall to receive a primary endorsement from Congresswoman Moore.
Aug 2nd, 2016 by Darrol Gibson
Speaker Vos Statement on Rep. Ott Retirement
“His passion and work led to the 2003 passing of bills revitalizing Wisconsin’s agricultural community with incentives, and better rural health care.”
Mar 31st, 2016 by Wisconsin Assembly Speaker Robin Vos
Not Seeking Re-election
During the remainder of my term I will continue to assist constituents and work with colleagues to keep Wisconsin moving forward.
Mar 21st, 2016 by Mary Lazich
Liquid Nicotine Regulations Signed Into Law
Liquid nicotine is a toxic substance, a tiny amount of which can kill a small child.
Mar 2nd, 2016 by Chris Taylor
Assembly Approves Five Rep. Neylon Bills
Last week the Wisconsin State Assembly passed five pieces of legislation authored by State Representative Adam Neylon.
Feb 24th, 2016 by State Rep. Adam Neylon
Speaker Vos Statement on Rep. Murtha Retirement
"He will be missed for not only his dedication to the team, but also for his great sense of humor."
Feb 22nd, 2016 by Wisconsin Assembly Speaker Robin Vos
Speaker Vos Statement on Rep. Larson’s Retirement
“I would like to thank Tom for his years of service in the Assembly.”
Feb 18th, 2016 by Wisconsin Assembly Speaker Robin Vos
Rep. Mark Spreitzer pushes for meaningful college affordability measures
“Democrats are proposing meaningful assistance and relief to Wisconsinites who have borrowed to fund their education and have a desire to pursue their dreams.”
Feb 17th, 2016 by State Sen. Mark Spreitzer
Speaker Vos Statement on State of the Tribes Address
Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) made the following statement following the twelfth annual State of the Tribes address delivered to the state Assembly, members of the state Senate and constitutional officers.
Feb 16th, 2016 by Wisconsin Assembly Speaker Robin Vos
Legislature Votes to Protect Victims of Domestic Abuse
Kleefisch/Taylor legislation passes with strong bipartisan support
Feb 10th, 2016 by Chris Taylor
Rep. Barnes Honors Brenda Wesley with Wisconsin State Assembly “Hometown Hero” Award
She left her work in corporate America in order to advocate for those without a voice.
Feb 9th, 2016 by Mandela Barnes
Assembly members propose bill enumerating I-94 corridor project
Traffic and engineering experts say modernizing the I-94 east/west corridor is needed to realize the safety features, reduced congestion and operational capabilities of both the Marquette and Zoo interchanges.
Feb 8th, 2016 by State Rep. Joe Sanfelippo
Speaker Vos Announces State of the Tribes Address
“It’s important to find areas of mutual interest between our governments and work together to address shared concerns.”
Feb 3rd, 2016 by Wisconsin Assembly Speaker Robin Vos
AFP Applauds State Legislature for Protecting Freedom of Speech
G.A.B and Campaign Finance Reforms Will Ensure Wisconsinites' Constitutional Rights Remain Protected
Nov 16th, 2015 by AFP Wisconsin
Republicans Should Focus on Wisconsin Jobs, Not Their Own Jobs
“The people of Wisconsin deserve swift bipartisan action on initiatives to grow Wisconsin jobs.”
Nov 16th, 2015 by Katrina Shankland
Last Day of Session: Where are the Jobs?
“Instead of working to create jobs for their constituents, Assembly Republicans focused the fall session on protecting their own jobs by padding their campaign pockets and pushing extreme legislation.”
Nov 3rd, 2015 by Katrina Shankland
AFP Applauds Occupational Licensure Reform
Bill Expands Access to Opportunity for Wisconsin Entrepreneurs
Oct 28th, 2015 by AFP Wisconsin
Republicans Open the Door to Cronyism and Corruption in State Government
“This bill guts Wisconsin’s century-old civil service system and replaces it with a system that will allow partisan political appointees to hire their handpicked cronies.”
Oct 27th, 2015 by Katrina Shankland
Republicans Vote to Open the Floodgates to Unlimited Money in Politics
Assembly Democrats Recuse Themselves from the Vote
Oct 21st, 2015 by Katrina Shankland
Assembly Republicans Vote to Protect Corrupt Politicians
“From the Corrupt Politician Protection Act to Republican legislation that opens the floodgates for unlimited and undisclosed campaign donations, the integrity of our democracy is at risk.”
Oct 20th, 2015 by Katrina Shankland
State Representative LaTonya Johnson Endorses Chevy Johnson
“Chevy has passionately served Milwaukee, and has stood for better public safety, improved infrastructure and jobs with livable wages,” remarked Rep. Johnson.
Oct 1st, 2015 by Mayor Cavalier Johnson
Abortion-obsessed Republicans Choose Politics over Wisconsin Women’s Health
“Assembly Bill 310 recklessly jeopardizes health care access to the 336,000 Wisconsin women who are in need of affordable reproductive health care.”
Sep 24th, 2015 by State Sen. LaTonya Johnson
Rep. Goyke Testifies In Support of Problem-Solving Courts Legislation
Assembly Bills 51 and 52 will benefit Wisconsin’s court system and those whom they serve by providing greater access to treatment while maintaining high quality standards to ensure the program’s success.
Sep 10th, 2015 by Evan Goyke
Citizen Action Applauds WEDC Outsourcing Accountability Bills
The bills are AB 340 in the Assembly and SB 211 in the Senate.
Aug 11th, 2015 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
Rep. Brostoff Statement on Arena Deal “No” Vote
It is a bad deal for my neighbors in this Assembly District and for Milwaukee County.
Jul 28th, 2015 by Rep. Jonathan Brostoff
Bucks Statement on Wisconsin State Assembly Vote
The Milwaukee Bucks released the following statement from President Peter Feigin on the Wisconsin State Assembly arena financing vote:
Jul 28th, 2015 by Milwaukee Bucks
New Radio Ads, Mail Pieces Thank Legislators for Prevailing Wage and Budget
Legislature Shows Yet Again It Has The Courage To Do What's Right for Wisconsin Taxpayers
Jul 20th, 2015 by AFP Wisconsin
Rep. Riemer Statement on the passage of the 2015-2017 State Budge
“The people of Wisconsin deserve a budget that puts Wisconsin kids and families first.”
Jul 9th, 2015 by State Rep. Daniel Riemer
Assembly Republicans Refuse to Commit to Not Degrading Open Records Law
Assembly Democrats Reaffirm Commitment to Open Records, Open Government
Jul 9th, 2015 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Republicans play politics with women’s health, taking options away from pregnant women in medical crisis
Representative Lisa Subeck Questions Fast-Tracked Proposed Abortion Ban
Jul 9th, 2015 by State Rep. Lisa Subeck
AFP Applauds State Assembly on Passing Responsible Budget
Excited to Send Prevailing Wage Reform to the Governor's Desk for Approval
Jul 9th, 2015 by AFP Wisconsin
Republican Budget Declares War on Wisconsin Values
"Republicans have outdone themselves this time around."
Jul 8th, 2015 by State Rep. Lisa Subeck
Assembly Leadership Bows to Pressure from Walker, Expedites Vote to Ban Abortion Following Budget
Medical Experts Call Ban a Dangerous Threat to Women’s Health
Jul 7th, 2015 by Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin
Chairwoman Dimitrijevic Responds to Proposals that Would Wipe-Out Public Transparency and Erase Checks and Balances in Milwaukee County Government
Requests that Assembly and Senate Remove Item #67 in Motion #999 from the State Budget
Jul 6th, 2015 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
Fast Tracking Passage of Abortion Ban is Politics at its Worst
"This is a clearly calculated effort to win political favor with anti-women’s health special interest groups."
Jul 2nd, 2015 by Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin
AFP Disappointed In Prevailing Wage Budget Proposal
Plan Fails To Give Taxpayers the Savings They Deserve
Jun 29th, 2015 by AFP Wisconsin
Transportation Funding is Critical to State’s Economy
More Borrowing is Fiscally Irresponsible
Jun 23rd, 2015 by Josh Zepnick
Statement of Senator Jon Erpenbach on Governor Walker’s continued absence and the resulting infighting between Legislative Republicans
“The public in-fighting between Senate and Assembly Republican leadership is of no benefit to the people of this state. ”
Jun 18th, 2015 by State Sen. Jon Erpenbach
Assembly Republicans Refuse to Consider Transparency and Accountability for WEDC
“Governor Walker’s WEDC has been wasting taxpayer money to repay their Republican campaign supporters instead of providing real economic opportunity and jobs for hardworking Wisconsinites.”
Jun 9th, 2015 by State Rep. Lisa Subeck
Republicans Play Politics to Appease Special Interests
Representative Lisa Subeck’s Statement on Assembly Passage of SB 35
Jun 9th, 2015 by State Rep. Lisa Subeck
Democrats propose student loan debt relief
“We need to start finding ways to slow the growth of student loan debt in our state.”
May 19th, 2015 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Representative Lisa Subeck Responds to Signing of Transportation Network Company Legislation
Governor Signs Dangerous “Uber Bill” in Dark of Night
May 4th, 2015 by State Rep. Lisa Subeck
GOP giving up on voucher school accountability
Waste, fraud and abuse in taxpayer-subsidized program to continue
Apr 28th, 2015 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Representative Zepnick responds to attempts to undermine city regulation of Uber and Lyft
"Uber is a success story in Milwaukee and I think one of the reasons is due to reasonable and responsible oversight by local government to ensure public safety."
Apr 15th, 2015 by Josh Zepnick
Assembly Democrats Vote for Resolution Denouncing Discriminatory “Religious Freedom” Legislation
"I am extremely disappointed that not a single Assembly Republican chose today to take a stand for basic civil rights for all Wisconsin citizens."
Apr 14th, 2015 by JoCasta Zamarripa
Democrats author Equal Pay Enforcement bill to close pay discrimination gap
The introduction of the bill coincides with the upcoming National Equal Pay Day on April 14th.
Apr 13th, 2015 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Rep. Barca Statement on State Patrol Contract
"Today I voted to support bringing the contract to the full legislature as State Troopers who put their lives on the line every day to keep us safe are deserving of a raise."
Mar 19th, 2015 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Wisconsin drops to 38th in job growth, trailing all neighboring states
Democrats continue to work on restoring economic opportunity for Wisconsin
Mar 19th, 2015 by State Rep. Peter Barca
The Path Forward After Passage of So-Called Right to Work
"The passage of this bill is another step in the conspiracy of multinational corporations and right wing billionaires to rig the economy against average working people."
Mar 6th, 2015 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
AFP Wisconsin Congratulates State Assembly On Passage Of Right-To-Work
Long Overdue Legislation Is the Next Step Forward
Mar 6th, 2015 by AFP Wisconsin
Republicans pass harmful Union busting, low-wage bill
“What the last twenty-four hours once again reveals is that the priorities of Governor Walker and legislative Republicans are wrong for Wisconsin.”
Mar 6th, 2015 by Chris Taylor
Democrats Call for Opportunity to Amend Divisive “Right to Work” Bill in Assembly Labor Committee
Public testimony shows the need to amend a bill that will drive down wages, hurt Wisconsin’s middle class
Mar 3rd, 2015 by State Rep. Christine Sinicki
Statement from Rep. Barca on “Right to Work” heading to full Assembly
"‘Right to Work’ is a distraction from Governor Walker’s harmful budget and it will keep pushing Wisconsin’s economy in the wrong direction."
Mar 2nd, 2015 by State Rep. Peter Barca
JFC begins briefings on “crisis budget”
"Today’s hearing created more questions than were asked."
Mar 2nd, 2015 by Chris Taylor
Assembly Labor Committee Democrats Lay Out Their Expectations for “Right to Work” Public Hearing
Representatives Sinicki, Mason and Ohnstad Urge for Maximum Public Input on Incredibly Damaging Bill
Feb 26th, 2015 by State Rep. Christine Sinicki
Wisconsin Assembly leaders Barca, Vos to speak at Marquette Law conference on campaign finance regulation
The conversation between Barca and Vos, the third and final session of the conference, will be moderated by Mike Gousha.
Feb 19th, 2015 by Marquette University
Rep. Gwen Moore Honors Black History Month
In honor of Black History Month, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) issued the following statement:
Feb 13th, 2015 by U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore
Problem-Solving Courts Legislation Advances to Legislature
"I am thrilled that the Council, in an overwhelmingly bi-partisan vote, supported advancement of these three pieces of legislation."
Feb 11th, 2015 by Evan Goyke
Rep. Taylor’s statement on Walker’s budget deficit
Latest Fiscal Bureau analysis shows $283.4 million deficit
Jan 23rd, 2015 by Chris Taylor
Rep. Frederick Kessler and Judge Joan Kessler endow University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee scholarship fund
State Rep. Frederick Kessler and his wife, Judge Joan Kessler, are donating $300,000 to the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.
Jan 21st, 2015 by University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Rep. Barca Statement on Education Proposals
"Every child in Wisconsin deserves a quality education and Governor Walker's expansive voucher program is failing students and taxpayers."
Jan 7th, 2015 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Rep. Goyke Sworn In For Second Term
“I am honored and humbled to continue representing my community here in the State Legislature.”
Jan 5th, 2015 by Evan Goyke
Rep. Barca Welcomes New Members to Legislature
Today Assembly Democratic Leader Peter Barca (D-Kenosha) welcomed seven new Democratic representatives to the Wisconsin State Legislatur
Jan 5th, 2015 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Three Reasons to Vote for & Elect Joseph Thomas Klein to the 19th Assembly Seat
19th Assembly Voters: I ask you to vote for me on November 4th for three reasons.
Oct 5th, 2014 by Joseph Thomas Klein
Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters Announces Endorsements
Slate highlights problem solvers.
Sep 25th, 2014 by Wisconsin Conservation Voters
Only You Can Change the Status Quo
Nothing would rock the established Democratic Party more than a loss in Wisconsin’s 19th Assembly District.
Sep 22nd, 2014 by Joseph Thomas Klein
Another False Alarm… Par for the Course.
Senator Larson, I just checked Politifact.com and saw that they gave you another “false” rating.
Sep 17th, 2014 by Red Arnold
Brostoff Denounces Appeals Court’s Voter ID Ruling
Candidate for State Assembly Calls for Open and Fair Voting Laws in Wisconsin
Sep 13th, 2014 by Rep. Jonathan Brostoff
Brostoff Applauds Same-Sex Marriage Ruling, Urges Continued Efforts on LGBT Issues
Jonathan Brostoff candidate for State Assembly in District 19, released the following statement.
Sep 6th, 2014 by Rep. Jonathan Brostoff
WOLF! Is this a real alarm? It doesn’t matter… if you’re a sheep, you’ll start shaking
Wasserman Schultz is crying wolf... and the sheep are shaking
Sep 4th, 2014 by Red Arnold
With Grassroots Win for State Assembly, Brostoff Thanks District for Support
As Democratic nominee for District 19, Brostoff stresses unity, positive dialogue
Aug 13th, 2014 by Rep. Jonathan Brostoff
Senator Herb Kohl Endorses Tia Torhorst for Assembly District 10
The longtime Democratic Senator endorsed Tia because of her commitment to voters.
Aug 7th, 2014 by Tia Torhorst
As Out-of-District PAC Money Floods Into Race, Brostoff Proud of Strong Grassroots Campaign
Brostoff emphasizes local support and calls on other candidates to keep race positive
Aug 6th, 2014 by Rep. Jonathan Brostoff
An Olive Branch to Doctor Fortis
Doctor Louis Fortis graciously offered me an opportunity to answer questions from the audience after Tuesday’s Candidate’s Forum.
Jul 30th, 2014 by Joseph Thomas Klein
If a Progressive will not fight for what is right, how can that Progressive claim to fight for the people?
A lie is an intentionally false statement.
Jul 28th, 2014 by Joseph Thomas Klein
New Endorsements from Organized Labor and Social Work Professionals Show Growing Momentum for Brostoff in Assembly Race
Brostoff’s work in state capitol and Milwaukee will make him a champion for improved workers’ rights and social services, say AFSCME Local 82 and NASW-WI
Jul 24th, 2014 by Rep. Jonathan Brostoff
State Representative JoCasta Zamarripa Endorses Dimitrijevic for the State Assembly
Rep. JoCasta Zamarripa announced her support for Marina Dimitrijevic in Assembly District 19.
Jul 23rd, 2014 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
