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2 Leading Election Deniers Lost GOP Legislative Primaries
Rep. Janel Brandtjen and Rep. Tim Ramthun both pushed hard to overturn 2020 election.
Aug 14th, 2024 by Sarah LehrMost Incumbents Beat Challengers in State Legislature Primaries
Wisconsin had the most contested Assembly primary races since 2012.
Aug 14th, 2024 by Baylor SpearsParties Target 5 State Senate Seats With No Incumbent
More competitive races will mean fierce battles and huge spending.
May 13th, 2024 by Steven WaltersGOP Proposal Would Give Businesses Tax Credits For Paying For Child Care
Proposal would encourage businesses to create their own daycares or pay for outside providers.
Dec 1st, 2023 by Sarah LehrBrewers Stadium Deal Passes the Legislature
Gov. Tony Evers promises to sign it.
Nov 14th, 2023 by Shawn JohnsonSenate Indicates Changes Required For Brewers’ Subsidy
Despite Assembly passage, initial Senate hearing yields plenty of concern.
Oct 26th, 2023 by Baylor SpearsGOP Senators Express Skepticism of Governor’s Childcare, Workforce Bill
Issue coming to head with worker shortage, expiration of childcare subsidy program.
Oct 12th, 2023 by Erik GunnGov. Evers Formally Requests Public Hearing, Action on Comprehensive Workforce Plan to Address State’s Workforce Challenges, Invest in Child Care, Expand Paid Leave, Support Higher Education
Governor’s special session legislation to address state’s longstanding workforce issues awaits action in the Senate Committee on Economic Development and Technical Colleges
Oct 4th, 2023 by Gov. Tony EversEvers’ Child Care Proposal Might Get A Second Life
After inaction by GOP leaders, Senate quietly moves legislation forward.
Sep 24th, 2023 by Erik GunnRepublicans Unveil Brewers Funding Plan With $600 Million In State, Local Taxes
Milwaukee would end up paying more for stadium than it did the first time.
Sep 18th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene and Sophie BolichSenate Committee Votes to Fire State Elections Administrator
Attorney General has said firing of Meagan Wolfe is illegal. Now up to full state Senate.
Sep 12th, 2023 by Anya van WagtendonkWisconsin Billionaires Bankroll Efforts To Shrink State’s Social Safety Net
Quiet lobbying backed by major GOP benefactors like the Uihleins and Bradley Foundation.
Jul 12th, 2023 by Jacob ResneckSenate Mulls Milwaukee’s Financial Peril
Struggling to create plan for shared revenue and sales tax that's acceptable to Assembly and Gov. Evers.
May 24th, 2023 by Baylor SpearsCapitol Has New Generation of Leaders
44% of Legislature's 132 members changed in last four years.
Apr 24th, 2023 by Steven WaltersFor Our Future Spends Big
Nearly $2.1 million by one of largest outside spenders in state supported Democratic candidates.
Apr 6th, 2022 by Wisconsin Democracy CampaignHow To End Prison Gerrymandering
It is particularly harmful to cities like Milwaukee. From Matt Rothschild's new book, 'Twelve Ways to Save Democracy in Wisconsin.'
Dec 16th, 2021 by Matt RothschildReal Estate Interests Back GOP Bill
Change in how assessments done will cut commercial property taxes and hike them for residents, opponents charge.
Nov 18th, 2021 by Wisconsin Democracy CampaignSenate Targets Elections Commission
Three separate elections investigations pushing for changes. What's the likely impact?
Nov 1st, 2021 by Steven WaltersBill Would Expand Law Enforcement Drone Use
Bill covers corrections facilities, but one sheriff said it would help protest surveillance.
Apr 30th, 2021 by Isiah HolmesWho’s the Most Right Wing Of All?
Conservative group ranks state’s most conservative members of Congress and Legislature.
Apr 27th, 2021 by Melanie ConklinBills Cap Predatory Lending at 36%
Average payday interest rate is 517%. Industry has given generously to legislators
Apr 20th, 2021 by Wisconsin Democracy CampaignAs State Looks to Bounce Back from Pandemic, Gov. Evers Urges Bipartisan Support for $2.38 Billion in Capital Budget Investments to Provide Estimated 29,000 Family-Supporting Jobs, $4.3 Billion in Economic Impact
Governor's 2021-23 capital budget to be taken up by State Building Commission this week includes major projects in both Republican and Democratic districts
Mar 15th, 2021 by Gov. Tony Evers4 Reasons Legislature Won’t Reconvene
Haven’t met since April, won’t return this year. Republicans explain why.
Oct 5th, 2020 by Steven WaltersElection Donors Operate in the Shadows
One third of all state campaign donations, some $12 million, from secretive outside groups.
Sep 15th, 2020 by Erik GunnNon-Profit Didn’t Report Campaign Spending?
Jobs First Coalition spent $1 million to elect Republican legislators but left it off tax forms, complaint to IRS says.
Sep 8th, 2020 by Erik GunnCity of Oshkosh receives $250,000 state grant to support redevelopment of the former Gibson Auto Body
WEDC investment to help fund renovation of new social club
Jul 30th, 2020 by Wisconsin Economic Development CorporationCan Democrats Retake State Senate?
An uphill fight. Retirements by seven incumbents make races hard to call.
May 11th, 2020 by Steven WaltersSome 6,000 City Ballots Lost in Mail
Ballots from Fox Point, Appleton, Oshkosh also lost. All went to downtown Milwaukee postal office.
Apr 13th, 2020 by Jeramey JanneneCity Calls for USPS Investigation Into Missing Ballots
Tubs of ballots are showing up across Wisconsin that didn't get mailed to voters.
Apr 8th, 2020 by Jeramey JanneneSenator Feyen Statement on Undelivered Absentee Ballots in Oshkosh
Apr 8th, 2020 by State Sen. Dan Feyen
Assembly Health Committee Fails to Act on Sexual Assault Kit Legislation
Jan 13th, 2020 by Josh Kaul
Evers Vetoes Sex Offender Residency Bill
Bipartisan bill lifted restrictions on how close people convicted of sex crimes can live to schools.
Nov 26th, 2019 by Laurel WhiteFZE Manufacturing Solutions, LLC named latest Made in Wisconsin® company
WEDC officials present award in North Fond du Lac as part of Manufacturing Month
Oct 29th, 2019 by Wisconsin Economic Development CorporationSenate Republicans Choose Special Interest Cash Over Public Safety of Wisconsinites
Lawmakers with history of NRA backing refuse to support Gov. Evers call for legislation to address gun violence
Oct 22nd, 2019 by State Senate Democratic CommitteeA World Without Scott Fitzgerald
Capitol insiders wonder who will be senate majority leader if Fitzgerald wins race for Congress.
Oct 14th, 2019 by Steven WaltersAFP-WI Launches New Wave of Grassroots Lobbying Efforts
The group will mobilize activists throughout the state to canvass communities, have conversations with their neighbors, and ask them to encourage their lawmakers to work toward policies that expand opportunities for Wisconsinites.
Sep 17th, 2019 by AFP WisconsinGov. Evers Signs Bipartisan Bills Relating to Equal Treatment of Liquor Sales, Improving Wisconsin’s Competitiveness by Eliminating Tax Benefits
Senate Bill 83, now 2019 Wisconsin Act 6, creates the equal treatment of retail sales of all types of liquor for off-premises consumption.
Jun 24th, 2019 by Gov. Tony EversThe Choice for State Senators Testin and Feyen: Koch Brothers and Republican Party Bosses Or a People’s Budget?
While Powerful Interests Seek Budget Influence Legislators Can Still Choose to Vote to Help Constituents
May 10th, 2019 by One Wisconsin NowBill Ends Business Tax Break for Quitters
Bipartisan bill ends tax write-off on moving expenses for companies leaving the state.
Mar 21st, 2019 by Laurel WhiteSenate 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 U.S. Rep. Scott FitzgeraldNewly Signed Talent Attraction Legislation to Support Future Launch of Mobile Job Center
Vehicle to be supported through $6.8 million package that Governor Walker signed this week to attract veterans, millennials and others to Wisconsin
Apr 20th, 2018 by Gov. Scott WalkerGovernor Walker Signs Bills to Create and Expand Outdoor Recreation, Attract Talent to Wisconsin, and Improve Medical Assistance
93 bills signed into law at the Wisconsin State Capitol
Apr 16th, 2018 by Gov. Scott WalkerFour state agencies poised to launch new marketing initiative as legislation authorizing $6.8 million for effort is signed into law
Campaign to focus on attracting veterans, Wisconsin alumni and millennials to the state
Apr 16th, 2018 by Wisconsin Economic Development CorporationSupporting Wisconsin’s Children and Families: Governor Walker to Sign 11 Bills to Improve Outcomes for Children in Foster Care
This legislative bill package was created by the 2017 Speaker’s Task Force on Foster Care.
Apr 4th, 2018 by Gov. Scott WalkerGovernor 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 WalkerGOP Legislators Push Harsher Bail Rules
State constitutional amendment opposed by defense lawyers, supported by City of Milwaukee.
Feb 1st, 2018 by Gretchen SchuldtHistoric Preservation Tax Credits Survive
Republican tax plan changes program, but doesn't eliminate it.
Dec 21st, 2017 by Jeramey JanneneHistoric Preservation in Peril
Job-creating historic preservation tax credits face cuts again, this time from Congress.
Nov 15th, 2017 by Jeramey JanneneLeah unveils 100+ Wisconsin endorsements
Elected officials, grassroots activists and business owners unite behind Leah
Nov 2nd, 2017 by State Sen. Leah VukmirThe Water Council Supports the Wisconsin WINS Act
The Wisconsin WINS Act will help transform economic growth in communities across Wisconsin.
Oct 19th, 2017 by The Water CouncilHow Legislature Rigged the Game
2015 campaign finance law gives more power to wealthy and corporations.
Mar 6th, 2017 by Steven Walters$28 Million Spent on 2016 Legislative Races
A new record, 66% more than 2014, huge special interest spending.
Mar 3rd, 2017 by Matt RothschildSpecial Interests Spend $9 Million on Legislative Races
Led by Greater Wisconsin Committee, Democratic-leaning groups spent more, 53% of money.
Nov 23rd, 2016 by Matt RothschildRecord Elections Spending by Special Interests
$7.8 million spent so far, with more by Democratic-leaning groups.
Nov 2nd, 2016 by Matt RothschildPrivate School Voucher Special Interest Group Tops $1 Million in Campaign Spending to Elect Compliant Legislators
American Federation For Children spends big to try to elect legislators who’ll keep public tax dollars flowing to less accountable private schools
Nov 1st, 2016 by One Wisconsin NowDan Feyen Looking to Cash In On Support for Tax Break for Millionaires
Author of Tax Loophole That Sends $120,000 Windfall to Millionaires Featured Guest at Feyen Fundraiser
Oct 20th, 2016 by One Wisconsin NowResearch Shows Student Loan Debt Crisis Worsening, Finds Local 2015 UW-Oshkosh Graduates With Highest Average Student Debt Among State Public Universities
Voters Support Common Sense Reform, But Are Politicians Listening?
Oct 19th, 2016 by One Wisconsin Now