Kelda Roys

Senate Fires 8 Evers Appointees, Approves 3 Constitutional Amendments

Senate ends session for year with governor 'apoplectic' over 'petty partisan politics.'

Lawmakers Release $32 Million They Previously Withheld From UW System

Money was previously cut by GOP legislators as part of DEI fight.

Evers Seeks Compromise on Republican PFAS Bill

Threatens veto of GOP plan, saying 'I'm not signing bill letting polluters off the hook.'

Senate Republicans Fire Four Evers Appointees

GOP boots one from DNR board, three from UW Health board.

GOP Bill To Limit John Doe Cases Against Police Passes Legislature

Officers involved in shootings can currently face charges from judges after prosecutors decline.

Rep. Vining Introduces “Save Our Schools” Legislation

Budget Committee Approves $2 Billion Tax Cut, UW Funding

Proposal now heads to Assembly, but will Evers sign bills?

Legislative Dems Propose Banning Guns From College Campuses

Wisconsin is one of only 12 that allow guns on campus.

Republicans Again Deny Funds for Stewardship Project

Joint Finance Committee nixes $1 million request for public boat launch in Ashland.

GOP Bill Ends John Doe Cases Against Police Involved in Fatal Shootings

Law being 'abused' by vengeful families, activists, and lawyers, legislator says.

Bill Seeks ‘Truth in Maple Syrup’

Restaurants would be prevented from labeling sweet imposters as maple syrup.

Republicans Fearful of New District Maps

Under one proposed map, incumbent Republicans would have to run against each other.

Republican politicians continue fixation on banning abortion

Dianne Hesselbein Is New Senate Minority Leader

Democrats pick her to succeed Sen. Agard, now running for Dane County Executive.

Democrat’s Senate Leader Stepping Down, Running For Dane County Exec

Melissa Agard will serve out her senate term, but three candidates already running for her leadership post.

Bill Prevents Domestic Violence Offenders From Carrying Guns

Democratic proposal addresses 'dangerous loophole' in current gun laws.

Attorney General Kaul Announces Legislation to Keep Guns Out of the Hands of Domestic Abusers

November 13, 2023

State Democrats Introduce Bill To Limit Book Bans

Proposal would set high standards for instituting ban, seeks cosponsors.

Fetuses Would Count For Tax Exceptions Under Republican Proposal

State Senate endorses plan, which also includes per dependent exception increase of $300.

Anti-Transgender Bill Would Change Where Inmates Are Held

Bill would require detention in facility that aligns with gender at birth. Gov. Evers promises veto.

Legislative Democrats Propose Legalizing Abortion, Requiring All-Options Counseling

Proposal would repeal restrictions in place before Roe vs. Wade was overturned.

Senate Indicates Changes Required For Brewers’ Subsidy

Despite Assembly passage, initial Senate hearing yields plenty of concern.

GOP Senators Renew Fight Over Abortion, Tax Cuts

And override an Evers' budget veto, part of busy session Tuesday.

No More Maple Syrup Imposters

In state with $14 million maple syrup industry, bill prevents restaurants from falsely labeling generic syrups.

Legislature’s Rules Committee Kills Updated Building Standards

Business groups opposed change. Action taken without a public hearing.

Evers’ Child Care Proposal Might Get A Second Life

After inaction by GOP leaders, Senate quietly moves legislation forward.

As Abortions Resume in Wisconsin, Senate Crafts New Restrictions

GOP bills forbid abortion training at UW hospitals, fund crisis pregnancy centers.

With Lawsuits Pending, Assembly Republicans Approve Redistricting Changes

Fight over gerrymandering now moves to Senate.

Following Speed Improvements, State Licensing Agency Wants Longterm Funding

Stimulus funding will run out next year, imperiling continued operation of DSPS.

Republican Child Care Proposals Are Inadequate Say Gov. Evers, Other Democrats

Democrats have called for continuing provider subsidy program.

Republican Proposal Cuts State Income Taxes By Nearly $3 Billion

GOP legislators claim it targets middle class. Democrats dispute this.

Republicans Could Force Protasiewicz Off Redistricting Case

Assembly impeachment would force her to step down while awaiting Senate trial.

Lawmakers Introduce Bills to Expand Vaccine Access

The bills, aimed at addressing state's decreasing vaccine rates, are unlikely to advance in the Republican-led Legislature.

Child Care Providers Try Again For State Funding

Republican legislators so far opposed, but may consider tax credits.

Senate Republicans Pass Budget That Cuts Taxes and Democrats’ Policies

Two Republicans join Dems in voting against. "Generational harm," says minority leader.

The Last Hurrah For Rep. Goyke

At his last budget hearing Milwaukee legislator Evan Goyke gets teased and praised.

Republicans Approve $3.5 Billion Income Tax Cut

GOP legislators also approve cutting $32 million from UW System budget as part of DEI cut.

Gov. Evers Releases Statement Regarding the Anniversary of the Overturning of Roe v. Wade

GOP Legislators Boost Road Funding By $1.5 Billion

Budget committee approves proposal that also hikes fees on electric vehicles.

Overnight GOP Vote Would End Child Care Program

Advocates say decision would raise costs and cause centers to close.

Have Republicans Put Milwaukee Transit On Chopping Block?

Milwaukee legislators oppose move by GOP-controlled Joint Finance Committee.

Republicans Block UW-Madison Engineering Building

Finance committee approves approximately half of proposed UW System projects. But, engineering building was top priority.

Rep. Robyn Vining Re-introduces the Pregnancy Protection Act

Republican Budget Would Require $4 Million Move-to-Wisconsin Campaign

Democrats proposed a much larger program focused on childcare.

Republicans Vote to Create $125 Million Fund To Address PFAS

Specifics on how the money would be spent to clean up contamination remain to be worked out.

Legislative Committee Rejects Funds for State’s Largest Land Conservation Plan

Republicans spike proposal to preserve 70,000 acres of forest in northern Wisconsin.

Bill Could Help ‘Innocent Purchasers’ Clean Up Contaminated Property

While previous bills have failed, backers offer new funding options that could pave the path forward.

Bill Bars State Employees From Promoting Abortion

Democrat assails Republican bill as an attempt to 'gag free speech.'

Senator Agard Backs Restore Roe Legislation Introduced by Democratic Colleagues

Gov. Evers, Democrats Announce Legislation to Repeal Wisconsin’s 1849-era Criminal Abortion Ban

Republican-Backed Bill Would Remove Ineligible Voters From State Database

But election officials say its unnecessary and could actually make elections less secure.

Strip Search of Rural Wisconsin High Schoolers Results In Bipartisan Legislation

Proposal would expand protections after six girls stripped to underwear in vaping cartridge search.

Republicans Propose Exceptions To Wisconsin’s 1849 Abortion Ban

But Senate Majority Leader says he won't let proposal move forward, become political football.

Sen. Roys Condemns Vos’ Cynical ‘Hail Mary’

Democrats Hold State Budget Listening Session in Milwaukee

Republican leaders scheduled sessions in four cities in state, but not Milwaukee, Madison.

Republicans Again Block Student Vaccine Requirements

Legislative body blocks Department of Health Services rules regarding meningitis and chickenpox.

Vote Tracking Bill Has Bipartisan Support

Proposal would allow state's absentee voters to track status of their vote.

UW System Conservative Students Feel Political Pressure In Class

Survey of 10,000 students finds varying views on free speech, pressure from instructors.

Where Does ‘Conversion Therapy’ Go Next?

Milwaukee County could pass its own ban. Evers calls Republican actions 'ridiculous.'

Protasiewicz Outraises Opponents in State Supreme Court Race

A 3-1 advantage over her nearest opponent in total campaign donations.

2022 Roundup: Gov. Evers Highlights 2022 Accomplishments

Jodi for State Senate Announces First Round of Endorsements for Senate District 8

Longtime area resident also announces campaign manager

Jessica Katzenmeyer Endorsed by Former Candidate, Tom Palzewicz

“Jessica is an inspiring and bold leader who will diligently represent our communities in Madison," said Palzewicz.

Ginni Thomas Urged Wisconsin Legislators to Overturn Election

Wife of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas sent emails to lawmakers following 2020 election.

GOP Lawmakers Strike New Blow Against Absentee Ballots

Legislators nix rule allowing clerks to correct minor errors on envelopes, setting stage for legal battle.

Wisconsin At The Center of Jan. 6 Conspiracy

'This is not over. This is ongoing.'

State Leaders React to Overturning of Roe

Republicans celebrate, Democrats say they are ‘heartbroken’

Primary Winners Rely on Certain Counties

Of state's 72 counties a small number provide majority of statewide vote.

Open Letter to the People of Ukraine

Republicans Offer Slate of Election Bills

They won’t suppress votes, Bernier and other GOP legislators promise. Democrats skeptical.

Senate Republicans Block Bill Protecting Abortion Access

If Roe v. Wade is overturned, current state law would criminalize abortion.

Democrats Push Abortion Rights Bill

Without Roe, old state law would prevail, making abortion a felony, with penalty of up to 6 years in prison

Joint Statement on the One-Year Anniversary of the Capitol Insurrection

State Senate Will Vote on GOP Legislative Maps

Republican drawn maps maintain their advantage created during 2011 redistricting.

State Senate Advances Abortion Bills

The Republican controlled Senate has advanced similar bills before. Evers expected to veto.

Senate Approves “Born Alive” Abortion Bill

Health care workers could be charged with a felony.

Abortion Could Drive Democratic Votes in 2022

Poll shows 55% of Wisconsin voters support abortion rights which are under threat.

Big Changes Needed In Political Districts

Population changes in Madison, metro Milwaukee require redrawn legislative and congressional seats.

GOP Continues Pushing Riot Legislation

New bill could make it a felony to protest if there has been an act or threat of violence.

Sen. Jacque’s Wife Asks Public to Get Vaccinated

Five of eight family members have tested positive for COVID-19.

Kleefisch Calls Democrats ‘Pure Evil’

Former Lt. Governor and Republican candidate for governor appealing to far right?

Bill Requiring National Anthem Unworkable?

Youth sports leaders in state say Republican bill — for every kids' soccer game? — is overly broad.

Whose Vision Will Prevail In Budget Battle?

Republicans got their way in budget rewrite, but Evers' vetoes loom.

Rushed Redistricting Plan Criticized

Could a mysterious bill keep Republican gerrymandering in place until 2024?

State Law Makes Abortion a Felony

If U.S. Supreme Court overrules Roe v. Wade as many predict, 1849 Wisconsin law will be activated.

Uihleins, Walton Shower GOP Legislators With Cash

Out-of-state donors give $1.9 million to state legislators, 79% of it to Republicans.

Prominent Electeds and Former Electeds Throw Support Behind Tom Nelson for U.S. Senate

Endorsements Led by Former Governor Tony Earl Show Geographic Diversity and Depth of Support for Nelson from Respected Leaders Across Wisconsin

State Senate Beset by Culture Wars

Rush Limbaugh vs. Black history, LGBT protectors vs GOP objectors, the arguments get ugly.

34 State Legislators Endorse Jill Underly for State Superintendent

Where Are Act 10 Players Today?

Governor and three-fourths of legislators engaged in 2011 battle over law crushing public unions have moved on.

City of Madison receives $250,000 state grant to redevelop idle site

WEDC funding to help support Westgate Mall redevelopment

Underly Campaign Announces Endorsement of 12 State Legislators

Senate Votes to Kill State Mask Mandate

State Assembly will likely vote on repeal later this week.

Criminal Record Expungement Bill Is Back

Bipartisan bill pushed by Rep. Evan Goyke nearly passed in last session.

Can Evers, Republicans Mend Fences?

Their first two years weren't very cooperative. But that might change with a new Legislature.

Half Of Legislative Seats Already Decided?

Probably. And why? Gerrymandering.

Primary Results Set Stage for November

Newcomers in many races. Kelda Roys will replace Fred Risser, nation's longest serving legislator.

272 Candidates Running for State Legislature

Highest number since 2012, many contested primaries.

Judge Jill Karofsky announces additional support from judges, elected officials, and Citizen Action of Wisconsin

Contribution to JoCasta Zamarripa of $50

Contribution to JoCasta Zamarripa of $100

All the Election Data You Want

It was one for the history books, with many surprising results and newcomers.