Content referencing Wisconsin State Senate - Page 3
Sen. Shilling statement on parent-led school advocacy
"It is unfortunate that legislators in the majority party have chosen to disparage these parents and dismiss the concerns of families who are trying to advocate for Wisconsin’s children."
Jun 11th, 2015 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Sen. Taylor statement on passage of 20-week abortion ban
"Politicians should get out of the doctor’s office and stop distracting people from their failures to pass a responsible budget."
Jun 9th, 2015 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Republicans in Wisconsin State Senate Pass Dangerous Abortion Ban
Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin (PPAWI) Continues To Fight For Women’s Health
Jun 9th, 2015 by Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin
Republicans pass dangerous abortion ban
GOP disregards medical community and approves ban that threatens women's health
Jun 9th, 2015 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Sen. Taylor statement on passage of Juneteenth resolution
Today, the State Senate passed Senate Joint Resolution 41, which proclaims June 19, 2015 as “Juneteenth Day.”
Jun 9th, 2015 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Erpenbach Statement on Senate Health and Human Services Committee Abortion Ban Vote
"Today, it was confirmed that not only are Senate Republicans advancing a dangerous piece of legislation, they have no idea what’s in it."
Jun 4th, 2015 by State Sen. Jon Erpenbach
Governor Scott Walker Announces Appointment of James Langnes III to the University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents
Governor Scott Walker announced today the appointment of James Langnes III to the University of Wisconsin (UW) System Board of Regents.
Jun 2nd, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
Republicans Fast Track Dangerous Abortion Bill
Public Hearing Set for Tuesday
Jun 1st, 2015 by Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin
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
State Capitol Update
A recap of this week’s votes “Under the Dome”.
May 15th, 2015 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
State Capitol Update
A recap of this week’s votes “Under the Dome”
May 8th, 2015 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
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
Statement from Sen. Larson on GOP Repealing 48-hour Cooling-off Period for Gun Purchases
Republicans choose to ignore public safety need, side with special interest groups
Apr 21st, 2015 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Dems push veteran services as a budget priority
GOP cuts restrict program access and deny economic opportunities
Apr 17th, 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
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
Wisconsin Senate leaders go “On the Issues” at Marquette Law
Shilling and Fitzgerald will give their views on state budget deliberations, spending and policy priorities.
Mar 31st, 2015 by Marquette University
Rep. Goyke Opposes Right to Work
"Senate Bill 44 is bad public policy, drafted in a rushed way. "
Mar 6th, 2015 by Evan Goyke
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
Rep. Brostoff: Statement on the Senate Passage of Right to Exploit
"I am disappointed in the Republican Senators who voted in favor of this attack on the middle class."
Feb 26th, 2015 by Rep. Jonathan Brostoff
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Joins Efforts to Establish Health Care Equity for Military Women, Dependents
Legislation would provide military women with free contraception, increase family planning resources, and guarantee access to emergency contraception for sexual assault victims
Feb 6th, 2015 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Statement on Keystone Vote
Senate GOP rejects amendments that would have ensured American economy and consumers benefit from construction of pipeline
Jan 29th, 2015 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Statement by President Michael Bonds, Ph.D., regarding the New Opportunities for Milwaukee document
Milwaukee Public Schools was not sent a copy of this plan, which was provided to the district by the news media.
Jan 28th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Rep. Barca calls on Gov. Walker to put the brakes on “Right to Work for Less”
“I call on Governor Walker to put the brakes on this divisive issue that clearly will damage Wisconsin’s middle class. "
Dec 4th, 2014 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Executive Order, Keystone: No on the pipeline, yes on the cops
Press release from the Red Arnold campaign
Oct 24th, 2014 by Red Arnold
Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters Announces Endorsements
Slate highlights problem solvers.
Sep 25th, 2014 by Wisconsin Conservation Voters
Burger with the Works, please! Sure thing… documented or undocumented?
Red Arnold - Immigration; Exodus to Wisconsin
Aug 1st, 2014 by Red Arnold
Conservation Scorecard Reveals Bipartisan Conservation Cooperation
Engaged Conservation Voters Trumping Polluters
Jul 1st, 2014 by Wisconsin Conservation Voters
Milwaukee native Red Arnold declares candidacy for 7th State Senate District.
Jason “Red” Arnold announced today his candidacy for the 7th State Senate District on the Republican ticket.
Apr 29th, 2014 by Red Arnold
Assembly candidate Brostoff calls for non-partisan redistricting
State Assembly candidate Jonathan Brostoff has called for non-partisan redistricting in Wisconsin to rectify gerrymandering.
Apr 17th, 2014 by Rep. Jonathan Brostoff
Independent Investigation bill heads to Governor
The bill requires the investigation report be made public if the district attorney decides not to prosecute the officer involved and requires that family members of the deceased be notified about their legal rights and remedies.
Apr 1st, 2014 by Press Release
Statement from Rep. Barca on Senate passage of amended oral chemo bill
Today the Senate passed an amended version of the oral chemotherapy bill, which the Assembly passed last month.
Apr 1st, 2014 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Bipartisan drone legislation passes Senate
Bill to protect citizens’ privacy headed to Governor
Apr 1st, 2014 by Press Release
Jonathan Brostoff Denounces Republican Attacks on Voting Rights
Candidate for State Assembly supports early voting expansion
Mar 27th, 2014 by Rep. Jonathan Brostoff
Asbestos bill latest example of need for Democratic control of legislature, says Assembly District 19 Candidate Jonathan Brostoff
he asbestos legislation supported by Wisconsin Republicans that is designed to protect corporate interests at the expense of justice for victims of asbestos exposure is the latest example of why Democrats need to win back majorities in the state legislature.
Mar 24th, 2014 by Rep. Jonathan Brostoff
Rep. Chris Taylor statement on GOP block of potentially life-saving oral chemotherapy bill
Today, Assembly Republicans refused to take up Assembly Bill 392, a bill that requires health insurance plans which cover chemotherapy also cover oral chemotherapy.
Mar 18th, 2014 by Chris Taylor
Milwaukee County Supervisor Khalif Rainey Criticizes Bill Limiting Early Voting Hours
Supervisor Khalif Rainey called a proposal to limit early voting hour, "a broadside to the ability of minority voters to turn out at the polls."
Mar 11th, 2014 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
Bipartisan Assembly Bill 409 passes Assembly
Bill requires independent investigations of officer-involved deaths
Feb 18th, 2014 by Chris Taylor
Jonathan Brostoff Gives Support for Marriage Equality Amendment
The amendment would repeal a previous constitution amendment made in 2006 that banned gay marriage in Wisconsin.
Feb 13th, 2014 by Rep. Jonathan Brostoff
Growth, Age, of Wisconsin Healthcare Signups Continue to Raise Concerns
Wisconsin's enrollment falls behind MN, IL, Nation both in increase in enrolled and in average age.
Feb 13th, 2014 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
Legislature’s wage proposal tramples on working families, local control
Statement of Alderman Tony Zielinski February 12, 2014
Feb 12th, 2014 by Ald. Tony Zielinski
Mental Health Bill Does Nothing for Patients
Where Are the Changes to the System that Make Improvements for Patients. And How Does It Improve Accountability for the Patients?
Feb 10th, 2014 by Sup. John F. Weishan, Jr.
Supervisor Peggy Romo West Critizes Mental Health Bill
Says Reform Bill Under Consideration by Legislature Will Not Help Patient Care
Feb 6th, 2014 by Sup. Peggy A. West
Supervisor Gerry Broderick Criticizes Gov. Scott Walker’s Support of Mental Health Bill
Milwaukee County Supervisor Gerry Broderick issued the following statement regarding Gov. Scott Walker’s support of a mental health “reform” bill currently being considered in the Legislature.
Feb 6th, 2014 by Gerry Broderick
Supervisor Jursik Criticizes Shoreline Bill
Jursik Says Shoreline Bill Washes Out Trustee Duty to Protect Public Access
Feb 5th, 2014 by Patricia Jursik
Supervisor Michael Mayo, Sr. QUESTIONS Bill on Mental Health
Says Legislation Could Reduce Accountability, Looks Like More of the Same; He Questions How It Will Help Patients
Feb 3rd, 2014 by Sup. Michael Mayo
Legislators Seek to Outlaw Discrimination Against Long-Term Unemployed
At a media event Wednesday at the State Capitol, Citizen Action of Wisconsin, State Representative Mandela Barnes and State Senator Dave Hansen announced legislation banning employment discrimination against the long term unemployed.
Jan 22nd, 2014 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
Rep. Richards Reaffirms Call to Pass Universal Background Checks Law
Today, Rep. Jon Richards (D-Milwaukee) reaffirmed his call for a public hearing and passage of his bill to require criminal background checks for all firearms transactions in Wisconsin.
Jan 7th, 2014 by Jon Richards
Representative Goyke, Representative Wright, and Senator Lassa to Introduce “Lindsey’s Law” to Provide Greater Access to Services for Victims of Sexual Assault and Human Trafficking
The legislation is currently being circulated for co-sponsorship and is supported by the Wisconsin Coalition Against Sexual Assault.
Oct 23rd, 2013 by Evan Goyke
Senate proposal could evict 3,500+ MPS students from their schools, including some of the most successful in the city
Proposal to strip local control over school facilities comes as MPS sees first enrollment increase in a decade
Oct 9th, 2013 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Legislators think they know what’s best for Milwaukee neighborhoods
Statement from Alderman Michael J. Murphy June 20, 2013
Jun 20th, 2013 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Alberta Darling Stonewalls on Venture Capital Bill’s Economic Basis
Denies clear and reasonable open records request just ahead of Senate vote, denying public and legislator information needed for informed judgement.
Jun 18th, 2013 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
Statement of Milwaukee County Board Chairwoman Marina Dimitrijevic on Senate Passage of Assembly Bill 85:
While we prefer local solutions, we appreciate the bipartisan Senate amendments that fix some concerns with the legislation.
May 14th, 2013 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
County Executive Abele Vetoes Board’s Plan
Veto Cites Legal Concerns and Lack of Clarity
May 2nd, 2013 by County Executive Chris Abele
Supervisor Taylor Supports County Board Reform
The Milwaukee County Board Committee on Intergovernmental Relations yesterday approved a set of measures reducing the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors’ pay rate and operating budget, as well as reforming its roles and responsibilities.
Apr 23rd, 2013 by Steve F. Taylor
Rep. Goyke Statement on Governor Walker Signing Mining Bill
State Representative Evan Goyke (D-Milwaukee) released the following statement in response to Governor Scott Walker signing the controversial mining bill, Senate Bill 1.
Mar 12th, 2013 by Evan Goyke
JOBS NOW!
Democrats debut jobs package as exciting first step this session toward rebuilding Wisconsin’s middle class
Jan 31st, 2013 by Press Release
Abele Congratulates the 101st Wisconsin State Legislature
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele released the following statement about the 101st Wisconsin State Legislature who will be sworn in tomorrow.
Jan 6th, 2013 by County Executive Chris Abele
Penny Sikora announces candidacy for the 2nd District of the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
Penny Sikora announces candidacy for the 2nd District of the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
Jan 2nd, 2013 by Press Release
