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State Program Helps Police Connect People in Crisis to Mental Health Experts
$2 million telemedicine pilot program offers grants to local law enforcement agencies.
Nov 29th, 2023 by Sarah LehrPsychedelic Research Blooms in Wisconsin
Bipartisan bill backs pilot program to study the effects of psilocybin on combat PTSD.
Nov 20th, 2023 by Isiah HolmesAnti-Transgender Bill Would Change Where Inmates Are Held
Bill would require detention in facility that aligns with gender at birth. Gov. Evers promises veto.
Nov 3rd, 2023 by Baylor SpearsBipartisan Child Victims’ Act, Receives Public Hearing
Nov 1st, 2023 by State Sen. Melissa Agard, Senate Democratic Leader
Bill Could Make Drunk Drivers Pay Child Support If a Crash Kills Parents
Judges could require payments as part of restitution a defendant is required to pay.
Oct 20th, 2023 by Sarah LehrFinal Five Bill Changes Congressional Elections in Wisconsin
Bipartisan proposal pushes less partisan, ranked-choice elections.
Oct 2nd, 2023 by Steven WaltersBipartisan Bill Creates Ranked Choice Voting for Congressional Races
With a single primary for all candidates. What are its chances of passage?
Sep 26th, 2023 by Robert D'AndreaRepublican Child Care Proposals Are Inadequate Say Gov. Evers, Other Democrats
Democrats have called for continuing provider subsidy program.
Aug 31st, 2023 by Erik GunnBill Makes Sexual Misconduct Against Students a Felony
Bipartisan proposal targets harassment of students by teachers, staff.
May 31st, 2023 by Anya van WagtendonkGOP Bill Would Restrict Books, Prosecute School Staff
Goal is to 'help school districts do their jobs to prevent obscene material.'
May 14th, 2023 by Isiah HolmesBipartisan Bill Gives Suicide Prevention Grants to Gun Shops
'We lost 888 Wisconsinites last year to suicide,' says Rep. Jesse James.
May 10th, 2023 by Baylor SpearsProposal Would Require Felons Caught With Guns To Serve 5 Years in Prison
Republican-led proposal is backed by law enforcement groups, but critics argue is excessively harsh.
Mar 9th, 2023 by Anya van WagtendonkBill Allows DACA Recipients To Become Police Officers
Bipartisan bill could help immigrants, boost recruiting for state's law enforcement agencies.
Feb 28th, 2023 by Rich KremerUneasy Start to School Year in Waukesha
National trend 'to attack school boards, LGBTQ rights and ban books is playing out.'
Sep 12th, 2022 by Isiah HolmesA Map of County’s Overdose Deaths
78% of deaths last year involved fentanyl. But use of new drug, Xylazine, rising.
Aug 24th, 2022 by Isiah HolmesLGBTQ+ Community Celebrates Pride Amidst Rising Political Attacks
Gov. Evers commits to fight 'Don't Say Gay' bills and other legislation at Pride event.
Jun 10th, 2022 by Isiah HolmesHistoric Turnover Will Change Legislature
Retirements, redistricting and members pursuing higher office could transform Legislature.
Mar 28th, 2022 by Steven WaltersSenator Agard Supports Child Victims’ Act
Senator Agard has been a leader on this subject in previous sessions
Jan 21st, 2022 by State Sen. Melissa Agard, Senate Democratic LeaderBipartisan Support for Legalizing Fentanyl Testing Strips
Republicans and Democrats say bill will save lives.
Jan 17th, 2022 by Isiah HolmesBill Increases Criminal Penalties for Butane Hash Oil
Bill passed state Senate committee on a 5 to 1 vote.
Oct 16th, 2021 by Isiah HolmesBill Allows Billboard Ads To Hire Corrections Workers
State law currently doesn’t allows this, but legislators cite need for more staff.
May 19th, 2021 by Melanie ConklinAs 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 EversAmericans for Prosperity-Wisconsin Congratulates Newly Elected and Re-Elected State Lawmakers
Nov 5th, 2020 by AFP Wisconsin
Americans for Prosperity Announces Additional Wave of Wisconsin Legislative Endorsements
Sep 14th, 2020 by AFP Wisconsin