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Do Probation Agents Need Protection?
Legislators debate bill adding penalties, possible jail time, if probation agents or their families threatened.
Mar 11th, 2020 by Isiah Holmes
GOP Pushes Fetal Personhood
Republican legislators introduce an amendment to the state constitution that gives personhood to fertilized eggs.
Feb 14th, 2020 by Shamane Mills
Will Republicans Kill Rape Kit Bill?
30 states passed bills to assure rape kits are processed. Only Wisconsin has made it partisan, expert testifies.
Feb 10th, 2020 by Melanie Conklin
Bill to Impound Cars Costly for Cities
Republican bill could cost local governments $50 million per year and charge owners of autos that are stolen.
Feb 3rd, 2020 by Gretchen Schuldt
Representative Lisa Subeck & Senator Andre Jacqué Introduce Legislation to Help Individuals with Disabilities and their Families Save for the Future
Bill would open doors for participation by Wisconsin families in Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Savings Accounts
Jan 17th, 2020 by State Rep. Lisa Subeck
State Doesn’t Need English Only Law
Bill’s language is sweeping. Its purpose is to fan the flames of bigotry.
Jan 16th, 2020 by Christine Neumann-Ortiz and Matt Rothschild
The Path to Brad Pfaff’s Firing
Why GOP legislators shot down Agriculture Secretary. And why Evers was incensed.
Nov 11th, 2019 by Steven Walters
Pipeline Bill Opponents Hope for Veto
Republican-created bill would limit protests of oil, water, fuel pipelines. If it passes, will Evers veto it?
Oct 25th, 2019 by Erik Gunn
Bill Defines Sexual Assault Victims Rights
“Bill of rights” proposed after study finds 26% of UW-Madison woman were sexually assaulted.
Oct 18th, 2019 by Laurel White
A World Without Scott Fitzgerald
Capitol insiders wonder who will be senate majority leader if Fitzgerald wins race for Congress.
Oct 14th, 2019 by Steven Walters
Right-Wing Legislators Who Want to Outlaw Abortion and Birth Control Now Targeting Science
Their Extremist Agenda Could Ban Lifesaving Medical Research in Wisconsin
Sep 5th, 2019 by One Wisconsin Now
Assembly Passes State Budget By 60-39
To secure Senate approval adds amendment to help a company championed by Republican senator.
Jun 26th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
Legislature Passes “Born Alive” Abortion Bill
Evers has vowed to veto bill, along with three other abortion measures.
Jun 6th, 2019 by Laurel White
$35.8 Million Spent on Legislative Races
New record set: 2018 spending was 27% more than in 2016, double that in 2014.
Mar 6th, 2019 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Secretive Fund Spent $715,480 On Democrats
High Ground Political Fund, connected to Nation Consulting, funded six state senate races.
Feb 1st, 2019 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Republicans Back Bill on Pre-Existing Conditions
But Evers warns if protections weaker than Obamacare he will veto the legislation.
Jan 16th, 2019 by Shamane Mills
State Senate Celebrates Swearing-In Ceremony Ahead of Upcoming Legislative Session
"Senate Republicans will continue to fight for hard-working families, taxpayers, and the future of our state just like we have for the last eight years."
Jan 7th, 2019 by Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald
Evers Taps Barca, Former Obama Official
Rep. Barca will run revenue department, Andrea Palm will run Health Services.
Jan 4th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
The Short Career of Caleb Frostman
Democratic state senator served just five months before his defeat— the shortest tenure for a legislator in state history.
Jan 1st, 2019 by Steven Walters
Senate Majority Leader Fitzgerald Announces Senate Standing Committees, Chairs
"I look forward to working with my colleagues in the Senate this session as we continue to pass reforms that put hard-working families first."
Dec 17th, 2018 by Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald
Evers Election Brings Changes to Capitol
Suddenly jobs for Democrats. And will Vos, Evers do deal on highway funding?
Nov 12th, 2018 by Steven Walters
Liberal Outside Groups Spend Big
More spending for Democrats in five of six key state senate races.
Oct 4th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
6 Senate Races Will Decide Party Control
Stakes are high, including control over 2020 redistricting.
Aug 27th, 2018 by Steven Walters
Outside Groups Spend $4 Million on State Elections
Leading spenders are liberal Greater Wisconsin Committee and two conservative groups.
Jun 20th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Out of District Money Pours into Special Elections
87% of 42nd district candidate Jon Plumer's contributions are from outside of the district.
Jun 11th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Spending Tops $1.2 Million on Two Special Elections
In the 1st Senate District race alone seven special interest groups spent a total of $700,000.
Jun 8th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
André Jacque: an enemy to women’s health care
"His extreme record shows no regard for the health, safety and dignity of Wisconsin women or vital, life-saving research"
Jun 7th, 2018 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Special Election Spending Builds
In one race, Democratic groups are outspending a Republican group at almost 2-to-1.
Jun 5th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Andre Jacque votes against local schools
Local schools blindsided by "Jacque Shock"
May 31st, 2018 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Dem Groups Pour Money Into Special Elections
League of Conservation Voters PAC is spending $170,750 supporting Democrat Caleb Frostman
May 31st, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Republicans Divided in Two Special Elections
Dueling ads in 1st Senate District slam both GOP candidates.
May 14th, 2018 by Steven Walters
GOP Not Backing Republican Legislator
Rep. Andre Jacque running for 1st Senate seat, but GOP backing newcomer Alex Renard.
May 10th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Dark Money Funds Special Election
GOP primary for state's 1st Senate District attracts independent expenditures.
May 9th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Governor Walker Signs Bills on Improving Family Access to High-Quality Child Care, Creating Transitional Jobs Program for Wisconsin Veterans, and Increasing Funding for Watershed Protection Grants
Governor Walker signs 64 bills into law at the Wisconsin State Capitol
Apr 3rd, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
GOP Legislators Push Harsher Bail Rules
State constitutional amendment opposed by defense lawyers, supported by City of Milwaukee.
Feb 1st, 2018 by Gretchen Schuldt
Sen. Taylor, Bipartisan Legislators, Introduce Bill to Fund Suicide Prevention Text Hotline
“Wisconsin’s suicide rate has increased between 2005 and 2015, and the suicide rate among teens has doubled between 2007 and 2015,” said Senator Lena Taylor.
Jan 29th, 2018 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
GOP Legislative Districts Heavily White
Republican assembly districts are up to 96% white, senate districts as high as 95% white.
Jan 15th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Bill Suppresses Victim’s Mental Health Records
Defendant couldn’t request, jury couldn’t see records unless victim allows it.
Dec 19th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
Governor Walker Signs “Dillon’s Law” at Mishicot High School, Expanding Access to EpiPens to Save Lives
"This commonsense bill makes it easier to equip the people of Wisconsin with EpiPens to help save lives."
Dec 11th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Signs Four Sportsman Bills into Law
Assembly bills 528, 455, 323 and Senate Bill 225.
Nov 11th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Bill Restricts Abortion Coverage for State Workers
No abortion coverage after rape or incest unless victim reports the crime.
Nov 7th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Leah unveils 100+ Wisconsin endorsements
Elected officials, grassroots activists and business owners unite behind Leah
Nov 2nd, 2017 by State Sen. Leah Vukmir
Bill Lets Some Criminal Records Be Expunged
Rep. Goyke’s bill gets bipartisan support, allows retroactive expungement of youthful convictions.
Sep 6th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
Protect Healthcare and the UW System
"We need healthcare policies that work for everyone and don’t leave Wisconsinites without access."
Jul 18th, 2017 by State Rep. Jimmy Anderson
Governor Walker Signs Legislation to Change Procedure for Law Enforcement Dogs
The bill changes procedures for law enforcement dogs if they bite a person.
Jun 23rd, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Bill Goes Easy on Business Polluters
And manufacturers donate to legislators pushing the proposal.
Apr 29th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Regent Nominees Gave Walker $22,550
The two nominees also gave more than $64,000 to other candidates.
Apr 3rd, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
GOP Bill Bars Abortions by UW Doctors
UW doctors under contract with Planned Parenthood targeted.
Mar 7th, 2017 by Matt Rothschild
Campaign Clout of Anti-Abortion Groups
They support only Republicans, and want to end abortion coverage for state workers.
Feb 9th, 2017 by Matt Rothschild
Representative Lisa Subeck’s Statement on Republican Proposal to Limit Public Employee Access to Women’s Health Care
"...Republicans are introducing politically motivated legislation that interferes with a women’s ability to access reproductive healthcare."
Feb 6th, 2017 by State Rep. Lisa Subeck
Top 10 Victories Over Walker
10 policy changes Gov. Walker and Republicans failed to pass in the last year.
Jun 28th, 2016 by Matt Rothschild
Governor Scott Walker Signs 49 Bills Into Law
Governor Scott Walker signed 49 bills into law today at the Wisconsin State Capitol.
Nov 11th, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
Health Committee Republicans Advance Politically Motivated Attacks on Women’s Health
“These politically motivated and mean spirited Republican bills will reduce access to women’s healthcare.”
Sep 15th, 2015 by State Rep. Lisa Subeck
Senator Kapenga and Representative Jacque: Women and Men Need and Value Planned Parenthood
Reason for Defunding Planned Parenthood Falls Flat with Wisconsinites
Sep 14th, 2015 by Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin
Republican War on Women Continues with Latest Attacks on Access to Birth Control
Representative Lisa Subeck Blasts Politically Motivated Anti-Women’s Health Bills Ahead of Committee Hearing
Sep 2nd, 2015 by State Rep. Lisa Subeck
Stories Legislators Tell Each Other
Sometimes personal stories told by legislators trump statistics or sound-bite speeches.
Aug 24th, 2015 by Steven Walters
Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin (PPAWI) Responds to Attempts to Curb Health Care Access
Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin, Nicole Safar, Government Relations Director of PPAWI issued the following statement:
Jul 23rd, 2015 by Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin
Republican Legislator Quietly Plots Partisan Attack on Access to Women’s Health Care
Republican Representative Andre Jacque circulates trio of anti-women’s health bills for co-sponsorship to Republicans only
Jul 23rd, 2015 by State Rep. Lisa Subeck
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
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
AFP Releases Open Letter To Joint Finance Committee On Prevailing Wage
Time to Step Up And Send Prevailing Wage Repeal Bill To Governor's Desk
Jun 2nd, 2015 by AFP Wisconsin
AFP Congratulates Committee Vote On Prevailing Wage Repeal
Chapter Announces Launch of Radio Ads Encouraging Passage By Full Assembly
May 27th, 2015 by AFP Wisconsin
State Relents on Squeezing Family Planning Clinics
State auditor had demanded millions in repayment from clinics offering birth control, but now backs off.
Apr 16th, 2015 by Kate Golden
In Defense of Historic Tax Credits
National Trust for Historic Preservation's leader comes to town, where her speech to a crowd filled with notables dramatized the need for state to maintain the current credits.
Mar 23rd, 2015 by Michael Horne
Governor Scott Walker Signs Freedom to Work Legislation
New law makes Wisconsin 25th state to give workers power to choose
Mar 9th, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
Older Buildings – Livable Cities
Stephanie Meeks has been the president and chief executive officer of the National Trust for Historic Preservation since July 2010
Mar 9th, 2015 by Milwaukee Preservation Alliance
Democrats Lay Out Next Steps on “Right to Work” Bill
Bill will drive down wages, hurt Wisconsin’s middle class
Mar 4th, 2015 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Rep. Zepnick Testimony: Right To Work
"I urge you to vote no."
Mar 3rd, 2015 by Josh Zepnick
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
Republicans Target Family Planning Clinics With Audit
Rules they seek to enforce could shut down every clinic offering birth control services in Wisconsin.
Jan 30th, 2015 by Kate Golden
New Bill Would Make Asbestos Suits More Difficult
GOP legislators say law needed to protect builders, manufacturers from "double dipper" plaintiffs.
Nov 6th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
