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Representative Lisa Subeck Joins Governor Evers, Democratic Colleagues Introducing Universal Background Check Legislation
"No family should have to worry that they or their children will be harmed by gun violence."
Aug 15th, 2019 by State Rep. Lisa Subeck
Wisconsin Democrats Announce Universal Background Checks Bill, Call on Republicans to Act
Gov. Evers, Lt. Gov. Barnes, Attorney General Kaul join Rep. Sargent and Sen. Johnson in supporting universal background checks.
Aug 15th, 2019 by Gov. Tony Evers
State Officials Concerned About Spy Balloons
Pentagon surveillance of Wisconsin, other midwestern states, raises issues for Kaul, Sargent.
Aug 13th, 2019 by Isiah Holmes
Pentagon Spy Balloons Watching State
Program tested in six midwestern states, may provide “perfect surveillance”.
Aug 12th, 2019 by Isiah Holmes
6 Questions for Legislators on Guns
How many state residents have guns? How many favor background checks, other laws?
Aug 12th, 2019 by Steven Walters
America Needs “Red Flag Laws”
Laws would allow judges to prohibit a person from having or buying firearms in certain circumstances.
Aug 8th, 2019 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Attorney General Kaul Joins Bipartisan Coalition of 43 Attorneys General Urging Video Streaming Industry to Protect Young Viewers from Tobacco
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, the number of middle and high school students using e-cigarettes rose from 2.1 million in 2017 to 3.6 million in 2018.
Aug 7th, 2019 by Josh Kaul
Rep. Hintz: Statement on Gun Violence Prevention
"The United States is the only country that experiences mass shootings at this level. It’s not even close."
Aug 6th, 2019 by State Rep. Gordon Hintz
AG Kaul Launches Abuse in Later Life Program
“This program aims to improve coordination and to enhance the ability of communities to prevent and to respond to elder abuse.”
Aug 6th, 2019 by Josh Kaul
State Teachers’ Union Still Has Clout
Its membership more than cut in half, but still one of biggest donors to Democratic candidates.
Aug 3rd, 2019 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
GOP Suit Slaps Kaul on Lame Duck Laws
AG contests lawsuit, calling it “attempt to undermine public safety in Wisconsin.”
Aug 2nd, 2019 by Melanie Conklin
Legislature Asks Wisconsin Supreme Court to Require Attorney General Kaul to Comply With Law
Kaul refusing to follow previous ruling in SEIU vs. Vos
Aug 1st, 2019 by U.S. Rep. Scott Fitzgerald
AG Kaul Announces New Data from the Wisconsin Sexual Assault Kit Initiative
As of July 31, 2019, 1,016 kits with foreign DNA identified have been added to a national database of DNA profiles, out of 4,471 tested sexual assault kits.
Jul 31st, 2019 by Josh Kaul
AGs Argue that Federal Legislation is Urgently Needed to Fight Widespread “PFAS” Contamination
"Drinking water contamination can result in serious public health problems."
Jul 30th, 2019 by Josh Kaul
Will Wisconsin Decide the 2020 Election?
All signs suggest this state could determine whether Trump wins reelection.
Jul 25th, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
50 Attorneys General Secure $600 Million from Equifax in Largest Data Breach Agreement in History
On September 7, 2017, Equifax, one of the largest consumer reporting agencies in the world, announced a data breach affecting more than 147 million consumers— nearly half of the U.S. population.
Jul 22nd, 2019 by Josh Kaul
Legislators Want to Protect ACA Coverage
Laws needed to assure health coverage continues if courts overrule it, Democrats say.
Jul 22nd, 2019 by Erik Gunn
Norbertine Release of Credibly Accused Priest Sex Offenders Raises More Questions than Answers
The release from the Norbertines includes the names of 22 priests that church officials, including the current Abbot and several former Abbots of the religious order, knew had sexually assaulted children in the Green Bay diocese.
Jul 19th, 2019 by Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests
AG Kaul Announces Transparency Reforms to Opinion Process
“With the changes announced today, we are making the AG opinion process transparent and open to input from the public.”
Jul 15th, 2019 by Josh Kaul
State Legislature Must Take Action to Protect Health Coverage
Wisconsinites with pre-existing conditions, marketplace health insurance, at grave risk of having coverage taken away by conservative federal judges
Jul 9th, 2019 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
Planned Parenthood Lacks Capitol Clout
Millions spent on campaign donations and lobbying since 2010, but many laws it opposed passed.
Jul 3rd, 2019 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Ag Kaul Urges Federal Government to Ensure Equal Access to Shelters
In addition to allowing discrimination, the coalition said the rule change will also make shelter access nationwide inconsistent.
Jul 3rd, 2019 by Josh Kaul
Treasurer Godlewski and BCPL loan over $14 million to Wisconsin communities
The largest of the eleven loans approved today is to finance referendum projects for the Verona Area School District that is worth over $6 million.
Jul 2nd, 2019 by Sarah Godlewski
Kaul Embraces Opens Records Policy
State Attorney General settles lawsuit, changes predecessor's policy of withholding emails.
Jul 1st, 2019 by Arn Pearson
DNA Evidence Backlog Greatly Reduced
Effort to reduce backlog yields results. Evers and Kaul want more funding for crime lab.
Jun 22nd, 2019 by Rich Kremer
State Supreme Court Upholds Lame-Duck Laws
The conservative majority not persuaded by arguments that extraordinary session was unconstitutional.
Jun 21st, 2019 by Laurel White
Statement of Attorney General Kaul on Death of Two Police Officers
"The loss of two police officers—two people who worked to keep communities safe—is a tragedy."
Jun 18th, 2019 by Josh Kaul
AG Kaul Gets More than $5.5 Million in Debt Relief for Former ITT Tech Students in Wisconsin
Students with questions about their rights under the agreement will receive information in the notices that are sent.
Jun 17th, 2019 by Josh Kaul
AG Kaul Seeks Preliminary Injunction Against Trump Administration to Stop Health Care Discrimination
This motion is part of an ongoing lawsuit that the coalition of 23 cities and states filed against HHS in May 2019.
Jun 17th, 2019 by Josh Kaul
Accused Polluter a Big Campaign Donor
Johnson Controls International’s subsidiary accused of releasing hazardous chemicals, contaminating drinking water.
Jun 15th, 2019 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Jury Convicts New Richmond Man for Killing Son
The evidence presented at trial established that on April 14, 2018, Kayle Fleischauer killed Chase Fleischauer.
Jun 14th, 2019 by Josh Kaul
Gov. Evers Announces Pardon Advisory Board, Establishes Pardon Process
The Governor’s Pardon Advisory Board will review eligible applications and make recommendations to Gov. Evers on who to grant a pardon to.
Jun 13th, 2019 by Gov. Tony Evers
AG Kaul Joins Amicus Brief Opposing the Federal Government’s Request for Emergency Stay of Preliminary Injunction in Sierra Club v. Trump
Wisconsin is part of a coalition of 20 states in a related lawsuit and has a direct interest in seeing the preliminary injunction maintained.
Jun 12th, 2019 by Josh Kaul
High Court Reinstates Lame Duck Laws
State Supreme Court will keep most of the laws in effect while it decides on appeals to them.
Jun 12th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
AG Kaul & Coalition Advise FTC on Consumer Protection on Digital Platforms
"Federal and state authorities must work together to protect competition while ensuring that consumer data and privacy are not left by the wayside."
Jun 12th, 2019 by Josh Kaul
Wisconsin Joins Multi-State Coalition to Block T-Mobile and Sprint Megamerger
States allege merger is anticompetitive and will drive-up prices for consumers throughout the country
Jun 11th, 2019 by Josh Kaul
Attorney General Kaul Reacts to Joint Finance Committee Vote on Wisconsin Department of Justice Budget
"...I look forward to working together with members of the Legislature and with Governor Evers as the budget process moves forward."
Jun 6th, 2019 by Josh Kaul
Rep. Sargent’s Lonely Pro-Pot Campaign
Democrat has pushed for full legalization for years, with few politicians joining her. Until now.
May 27th, 2019 by Hibah Ansari
AG Kaul Statement Following Sentencing Hearing in Barron County
"The defendant in this case received the appropriate sentence: life imprisonment."
May 24th, 2019 by Josh Kaul
Jury Convicts Two Ashland County Men of First-Degree Intentional Homicide
Sentencing has not been scheduled.
May 24th, 2019 by Josh Kaul
AG Kaul and 50 AGs Call on Trump Administration to Discharge Student Loans for Disabled Veterans
"Discharging the student loans of veterans who are permanently disabled is the right thing to do—and it’s what the law requires."
May 24th, 2019 by Josh Kaul
Kaukauna Man Sentenced to Lengthy Prison Sentence for Role in Four Heroin and Fentanyl Overdoses
"As this case shows, the Wisconsin criminal justice system will not go easy on drug dealers preying on those struggling with addiction."
May 22nd, 2019 by Josh Kaul
Attorney General Kaul Joins Coalition of 23 Cities And States Suing Trump Administration To Stop Rule Allowing Discrimination in Providing Health Care
"The federal government shouldn’t be making it more difficult for patients to get needed health-care services."
May 21st, 2019 by Josh Kaul
Republicans Intend to Intervene and Stop Liberal Groups from Undermining Act 10
"We aren’t picking this fight – once again a liberal group is trying to change laws that have been passed by the Legislature and previously upheld by the courts."
May 20th, 2019 by U.S. Rep. Scott Fitzgerald
State Filing Suit Against Opioid Manufacturer
AG Josh Kaul alleges Purdue Pharma ignited the epidemic of drug overdoses, deaths related to Oxycontin use.
May 17th, 2019 by Shamane Mills
Attorney General Kaul Files Lawsuit to Hold Purdue Pharma Accountable for Role in Opioid Crisis
After years of inaction by previous administration, Kaul and Evers take decisive steps
May 16th, 2019 by State Rep. Gordon Hintz
Conservatives Argue Against Lame-Duck Lawsuit
Right-leaning members of Wisconsin Supreme Court skeptical in oral arguments on lawsuit challenging lame-duck session before Evers took office.
May 16th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
AG Kaul Announces Wisconsin, Four Other States, File Lawsuits Against Purdue Pharma
Wisconsin’s lawsuit, filed in Dane County Circuit Court, seeks a permanent injunction, abatement of the public nuisance, and civil penalties.
May 16th, 2019 by Josh Kaul
AG Kaul Joins 44-State Coalition in Antitrust Lawsuit Against 20 Generic Drug Manufacturers for Conspiracy to Fix Prices and Allocate Markets for More Than 100 Different Generic Drugs
"The complaint in this case alleges wide-ranging anti-competitive conduct that resulted in inflated prices for prescription drugs."
May 13th, 2019 by Josh Kaul
Bipartisan Coalition of 38 AGs Urge Congress to Pass Legislation Allowing Marijuana-related Business to Access the Banking System
“Ensuring that businesses that are operating lawfully under state law have access to the banking system will improve public safety.”
May 8th, 2019 by Josh Kaul
Woodruff Man Pleads Guilty for Aiding in Murder of Lac du Flambeau Man
“DOJ and other agencies continue to seek justice in this important case.”
May 8th, 2019 by Josh Kaul
Kaul Sides With Environmentalists in Cases
Attorney General reverses DOJ position on lawsuits over dairy farm expansion, high-capacity wells.
May 4th, 2019 by Danielle Kaeding
Federal Court Grants Wisconsin’s Withdrawal from Case Challenging WOTUS Rule
“By withdrawing from this lawsuit, we’ve ended the State of Wisconsin’s involvement in an effort to weaken the protection of our water.”
May 3rd, 2019 by Josh Kaul
DOJ Releases New Data on Crimes and Sex Offenses for 2018
"Additional data on crime can help us better understand the public-safety issues our communities are facing."
May 2nd, 2019 by Josh Kaul
AG Kaul Urges Congress to Fund Legal Services Corporation
LSC distributes more than 90 percent of its funding to 132 independent nonprofit legal aid programs with more than 800 offices.
May 1st, 2019 by Josh Kaul
Cecil Man Pleads Guilty for Luring Investors to Company and Embezzling Funds
"Embezzlement is a serious crime, and I’m glad that DOJ’s work on this case has resulted in a conviction."
Apr 23rd, 2019 by Josh Kaul
Drug Take Back Day is April 27
"Through proper disposal, we can prevent prescription drugs from being diverted—and help prevent addiction."
Apr 22nd, 2019 by Josh Kaul
Youth Justice Milwaukee: Lincoln Hills Continued Use of Pepper Spray, Suicide Risk Shows Youth Prison Model is Broken
"We know harm is being done to children at Lincoln Hills and Copper Lake."
Apr 19th, 2019 by Youth Justice Milwaukee
Wisconsin Woman Sentenced to 5 Years in Prison, 7 Years Supervision for Meth Possession with Intent to Deliver
"Thank you to the Lake Winnebago Area MEG, Outagamie County DA, AAG Hahn, and all those who are helping fight the distribution of drugs."
Apr 19th, 2019 by Josh Kaul
DOJ Reorganized to Create Division of Forensic Sciences
Attorney General Kaul requested the Department of Administration approve the reorganization of DOJ to create the DFS.
Apr 18th, 2019 by Josh Kaul
Proposal Seeks to Prevent Rape Kit Backlog
Attorney General Kaul, lawmakers push defined procedures for handling sexual assault testing so all kits processed promptly.
Apr 17th, 2019 by Laurel White
Bipartisan Group of Legislators and AG Kaul Propose Legislation to Prevent Future Backlog of Untested Sexual Assault Kits
"The legislation we’re proposing today, which is supported by nurses, law enforcement, advocates for survivors, and a bipartisan group of legislators, sends a clear message: Wisconsin must never have another backlog of untested sexual assault kits."
Apr 16th, 2019 by Josh Kaul
Federal Court Grants Wisconsin’s Withdrawal from Case Challenging EPA Regulations on Hazardous Air Pollutants
"Our Department of Justice should be working to protect our environment and our health, not challenging a rule that protects our clean air from hazardous pollutants like mercury."
Apr 15th, 2019 by Josh Kaul
AG Kaul Announces Progress in Effort to End Backlog of Sexual Assault Kits
“The Department of Justice is committed to ensuring that all SAKI cases with DNA matches are fully investigated.”
Apr 12th, 2019 by Josh Kaul
Promises Kept: Wisconsin Withdraws from GOP Lawsuit Attacking ACA
"It’s time for Republicans to stop blocking the will of the people and work with us to expand healthcare."
Apr 9th, 2019 by Gov. Tony Evers
Attorney General Kaul Files Motion to Block President Trump from Diverting Funds and Resources for Construction of a Border Wall
"Funds that would typically go to Wisconsin shouldn’t be diverted because the President has chosen to disregard the separation of powers."
Apr 5th, 2019 by Josh Kaul
Evangelicals Won Race for Hagedorn
And liberals made it happen by waving a red flag: ads decrying his anti-abortion, anti-gay views.
Apr 5th, 2019 by RT Both
Federal Court Grants Wisconsin’s Withdrawal from Case Challenging Prohibition of Discrimination under Affordable Care Act
"The State of Wisconsin should not have been involved in this lawsuit, and I am glad to be able to announce that we no longer are."
Apr 2nd, 2019 by Josh Kaul
AG Kaul Issues Victim Restitution for 447 Wisconsin Consumers
"One of DOJ’s important functions is enforcing our consumer-protection laws."
Apr 2nd, 2019 by Josh Kaul
Kaul, AGs Warn of More Opioid Problems
Letter from 39 attorneys general warns federal officials that new policy could lead to illegal opioid use.
Apr 2nd, 2019 by Shamane Mills
Bipartisan Coalition of AGs Express Concern Regarding HHS Pain Management Draft Report
"We should continue working to reduce opioid prescriptions, not take a step back from that effort."
Apr 1st, 2019 by Josh Kaul
Evers, GOP Tie in Early Innings
Capitol ballgame tied, but Republican legislators have big hitters coming to the plate.
Apr 1st, 2019 by Steven Walters
SEIU Biggest Labor Union Campaign Donor
Public-private employees union spent $718,700 on Evers, $131,140 on Neubauer.
Apr 1st, 2019 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
AG Kaul Advocates for Crime Labs; Invites Legislators to Tour
"Failing to adequately fund the crime labs can result in backlogs and delay justice."
Mar 28th, 2019 by Josh Kaul
Legislature Urged to Clarify Pot Laws
Patchwork of local and state laws confusing, say pot advocates, a sheriff and Hemp Alliance.
Mar 27th, 2019 by John Davis
Second Judge Rules Against Lame Duck Laws
Evers calls it “victory for the people.” Republicans will appeal.
Mar 27th, 2019 by Laurel White
Gov. Evers Plays Hardball
Too-nice Tony looks to beat the Republicans -- repeatedly -- at their own game.
Mar 26th, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
AG Kaul Releases Data on Drug Cases Submitted to State Crime Lab
"This data can be a resource for those who are working to address substance abuse in Wisconsin."
Mar 26th, 2019 by Josh Kaul
Arguments Begin on 2nd Lame Duck Suit
Dane County Judge Niess slapped injunction on laws. Second suit being heard by Judge Remington.
Mar 25th, 2019 by Laurel White
Rep. Robyn Vining Comments on Lame Duck Court Ruling
"The court’s ruling today is a win for democracy and the people of Wisconsin."
Mar 21st, 2019 by State Rep. Robyn Vining
Judge Blocks Lame Duck Laws
Republicans will appeal. Evers and Kaul quickly drop state from suit against Affordable Care Act.
Mar 21st, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
AG Kaul Files Motions to Withdraw Wisconsin from Challenge to the Affordable Care Act
"Today, we are seeking to end the State of Wisconsin’s involvement in the lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of the Affordable Care Act."
Mar 21st, 2019 by Josh Kaul
AG Kaul Opposes CFPB Effort to Delay Protections from Payday Lenders
"We should have strong protections in place for borrowers."
Mar 19th, 2019 by Josh Kaul
Evers Takes Moral Stand on Border Wall
The governor rightly calls attention to the plight of children ripped from the parental bonds.
Mar 16th, 2019 by Gregory Humphrey
Kaul Joins Suit Challenging Border Emergency
Governor, Attorney General announce they're joining lawsuit alleging Trump is violating constitution.
Mar 14th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
Gov. Tony Evers, Attorney General Josh Kaul Announce that Wisconsin Joins Multistate Lawsuit Challenging President Trump’s National Emergency
"The president’s declaration is reckless and unconstitutional."
Mar 13th, 2019 by Gov. Tony Evers
AG Kaul Ends Use of “Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Acknowledgement” Form at DOJ
"With today’s announcement, we are re-affirming the importance of transparency in government."
Mar 12th, 2019 by Josh Kaul
Advocates Push For a Wisconsin ‘Red Flag’ Gun Law
Republican Legislative leaders, Vos and Fitzgerald, concerned about the proposal.
Feb 27th, 2019 by Laurel White
10 Issues to Watch in Evers Budget
Yes, it will be different than a Walker budget. But precisely how?
Feb 25th, 2019 by Steven Walters
Fourth Lawsuit Against Lame Duck Laws
This one argues Republican legislators violated U.S. Constitution and will of the voters.
Feb 22nd, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
DPW Files Federal Lawsuit Over Republicans’ Lame-Duck Power Grab
Republicans' legislation violated Democratic voters' federal constitutional rights
Feb 21st, 2019 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
GOP May Resist Kaul on ACA Lawsuit
Attorney General wants to drop lawsuit, Republican legislators hint they won’t let him.
Feb 8th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
Unions Files Suit Against Lame Duck Laws
Second suit filed, argues Republicans violated state constitution.
Feb 5th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
How Evers and Legislators Can Cooperate
Marquette Poll shows where voters of both parties agree. Will GOP leaders take the hint?
Jan 30th, 2019 by Bruce Thompson
Evers Hires Private Lawyers In Lame Duck Case
Suit seeks to overturn Republican laws limiting governor’s powers.
Jan 29th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
New Marquette Law School Poll finds some issues less divisive amid continuing partisan divide
Special education increases and accepting more federal Medicaid money are drawing broader support than many other current issues
Jan 24th, 2019 by Marquette University
Chisholm Supports Probe of Clergy Sex Abuse
Calls for statewide investigation of Catholic Church’s handling of child sex abuse allegations.
Jan 24th, 2019 by Mary Kate McCoy
Evers Tells Kaul to Drop ACA Lawsuit
Governor says people voted for this, but GOP legislators insist AG must obey their new law.
Jan 23rd, 2019 by Laurel White
Planned Parenthood Sues State on Abortion
Lawsuit contends 3 GOP-backed laws restricting abortions are unconstitutional.
Jan 17th, 2019 by Laurel White
Groups Will Sue Against Lame Duck Laws
Will argue entire “extraordinary” session was illegal, demanding all laws be struck down.
Jan 10th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
