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Republicans mulling repeal of Family Medical Leave Act
Plan would jeopardize Wisconsin jobs and cost millions of dollars
Jun 17th, 2015 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
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
Conservative Power Rises in Senate
With the replacement of two key GOP moderates, Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald has far more power.
May 18th, 2015 by Steven Walters
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
Workers Comp Reform Could Help Business, Unions
It could also help the state budget. So why haven't Republicans embraced the idea?
May 5th, 2015 by John Torinus
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
Do Voters Support Republican Policies?
On some bills, yes. On others, no.
Mar 26th, 2015 by Bill Lueders
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
Capitol Clout Shifts to Republican Lawmakers
Given a governor distracted by his run for president, legislators are taking control of budget process.
Feb 16th, 2015 by Steven Walters
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
Did Sen. Tiffany Lie On Political Fliers?
Northwoods dispute over local elections leads to legal complaint filed against the Republican legislator.
Feb 4th, 2015 by Bill Lueders
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
The Long Arms of Scott Jensen
Former Assembly Speaker, now a school choice lobbyist, targeted six Democrats with negative ads that never mentioned the issue.
Dec 3rd, 2014 by Bill Lueders
About That $2.2 Billion State Deficit
Walker and Republicans face big shortfalls in health care, roads and schools funding. What will they do?
Nov 24th, 2014 by Steven Walters
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
Pick Tuesday’s Primary Winners
Burke v. Hulsey won't be close. But the 19th Assembly District Democratic primary looks to be very competitive, who will win it?
Aug 11th, 2014 by Steven Walters
Burger with the Works, please! Sure thing… documented or undocumented?
Red Arnold - Immigration; Exodus to Wisconsin
Aug 1st, 2014 by Red Arnold
Candidate Questionnaires Tie Legislators’ Hands
Interest groups demand them. Politicians hate them. The result is less compromise on issues.
Jul 28th, 2014 by Steven Walters
Conservation Scorecard Reveals Bipartisan Conservation Cooperation
Engaged Conservation Voters Trumping Polluters
Jul 1st, 2014 by Wisconsin Conservation Voters
Sen.Carpenter’s Rather Dull Duplex
His sided, south side home, in suburban-like Jackson Park, is a veritable pillar of middle-class respectability.
Jun 15th, 2014 by Michael Horne
The Changing Legislature
Study finds turnover of lawmakers has increased but challenges in party primaries have greatly declined.
Jun 11th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
Gun Bills Fail, Shots Fly
Chief Flynn implores legislature to pass bill targeting illegal gun possession. Will Republicans respond?
Jun 4th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
John Doe Ruling Opens Door To Dark Money
Wealthy groups with unnamed donors could coordinate campaign ads with candidates they favor.
May 22nd, 2014 by Bill Lueders
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
Republicans Should Retain Legislature This Fall
Democrats hope to retake Senate but their chances don't look good.
Apr 23rd, 2014 by Bill Lueders
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
Why Moderates Are Extinct
The retirement of Petri, Ellis and Cullen suggests neither party has room for moderates.
Apr 17th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Say Goodbye to the Party of Lincoln
State Sen. Dale Schultz retires, shaking his head at how the Republican Party has changed.
Apr 15th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
Casualties of War
The war over Act 10 may be a key reason 46% of legislators have left or will leave in just over two years.
Apr 14th, 2014 by Steven Walters
Watered-Down Bill Protecting Bicyclists Passes
Tougher bill to protect bicyclists and pedestrians had broad bipartisan support but a few Republicans prevented passage.
Apr 4th, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
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
Nine Bills That Got Killed
Why the legislature failed to pass laws on nine hot issues.
Mar 31st, 2014 by Steven Walters
Jonathan Brostoff Denounces Republican Attacks on Voting Rights
Candidate for State Assembly supports early voting expansion
Mar 27th, 2014 by Rep. Jonathan Brostoff
Legislature is One Big High School
Once you understand that, you realize why Republicans tolerated Assembly Majority Leader Bill Kramer.
Mar 24th, 2014 by Steven Walters
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
Why Open Records Are Important
Moves to make government records less accessible are well-meant -- but wrong.
Mar 19th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
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
Will Grothman Kill Mental Health Reform Bill?
Bill has overwhelming bipartisan support but Sen. Grothman runs committee that can stall it.
Feb 25th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
Marquette Likely to Get Its Own Police Force
Bill would give MU police the power to arrest on and off campus, and pursue criminals anywhere in the state.
Feb 19th, 2014 by Michael Horne
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
Happy Days Are Here Again
Gov. Walker’s State-of-the-State speech will be singing a very positive song.
Jan 20th, 2014 by Steven Walters
Chris Larson’s Simple Colonial Home
The state senator has less than 1,000 square feet of space to call home. But he does have good bus service.
Jan 13th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Drunk Driving Becomes Campaign Issue
Issue of whether to make first-time OWI a crime is hot issue in attorney general race.
Jan 13th, 2014 by Steven Walters
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
Christmas Gifts for Your Favorite Politician
Here are some last-minute gift ideas for a few Wisconsin pols.
Dec 23rd, 2013 by Steven Walters
The Legislature’s Unfinished Business
Bills still waiting deal with background checks for gun sales, campaign finance, drone attacks, and woodchuck hunting.
Dec 3rd, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Finally, Something the Parties Agree On
Republican and Democratic legislators both support tax credits to rehab old buildings, but cost could be high.
Nov 26th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Citizens Demand Action on Redistricting
Emails from the public to Republican legislators overwhelmingly support reform, but GOP won't budge.
Nov 19th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
What the Senate and Assembly Will Be Fighting Over
The Assembly’s Robin Vos and Senate’s Scott Fitzgerald have different priorities for legislation.
Nov 18th, 2013 by Steven Walters
Who Threw Deininger Off the GAB?
The rumor is that Walker or Republican legislators are punishing him for his decisions on recall elections.
Nov 11th, 2013 by Steven Walters
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
Public Hearings Set for Vulnerable Users Bill
The bill provides protection for pedestrians, bikers, farmers and others who are more vulnerable in accidents with cars.
Oct 15th, 2013 by Dave Schlabowske
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
An Army of Poll Workers
Nearly 35,000 workers handle Wisconsin's elections. GOP wants to tinker with system.
Oct 2nd, 2013 by Bill Lueders
No Compromise is Possible
State Sen Tim Cullen retires, saying the Capitol is run by the moneyed and powerful.
Sep 9th, 2013 by Steven Walters
Cash the Check, Lawyers Benefit From Controversy at Capitol
New laws passed by Walker and GOP keep getting challenged in court.
Aug 14th, 2013 by Steven Walters
Lobbyists Spend $17 Million on Legislature
Despite 96% drop in union spending, 600 groups spent $17 million on bills they favored in 2013.
Aug 5th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
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
