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November 18-22 is Winter Weather Awareness Week in Wisconsin
WisDOT challenges Wisconsin to commit to safety on Buckle Up Phone Down Day
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WisDOT challenges Wisconsin to commit to safety on Buckle Up Phone Down Day

Partners join the effort to save lives by promoting safe driving

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce $1.5 Million Transportation Economic Assistance Grant to Support Nearly 400 Jobs
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Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce $1.5 Million Transportation Economic Assistance Grant to Support Nearly 400 Jobs

Funding will bolster the development of Wisconsin’s second Kwik Trip distribution center in DeForest

$73 Million Federal Grant Will Help Expand Amtrak Hiawatha in 2026

$73 Million Federal Grant Will Help Expand Amtrak Hiawatha in 2026

Plus: Borealis ridership outperforming expectations.

Baldwin Announces Nearly $73 Million for Milwaukee Rail Project
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Baldwin Announces Nearly $73 Million for Milwaukee Rail Project

Baldwin-championed project needed for more Milwaukee-Chicago passenger rail trips and boosting freight capacity

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce More Than $138 Million in Quarterly Aid Payments for Local Roads and Communities
Gov. Evers, WisDOT Celebrate Progress on New I-41 and Southbridge Road Interchange in Brown County
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Gov. Evers, WisDOT Celebrate Progress on New I-41 and Southbridge Road Interchange in Brown County

After decades of discussion, project moves forward to reduce traffic congestion, bolster development, and improve safety

Borealis Ridership Reaches 100,000 Passengers in 22 Weeks
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Borealis Ridership Reaches 100,000 Passengers in 22 Weeks

Amtrak and states celebrate with customers and supporters

Innovative WisDOT website wins two national awards
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Innovative WisDOT website wins two national awards

Cutting-edge technology shows how the agency maximizes federal infrastructure investment

Wisconsin now accepting applications to fund additional electric vehicle charging stations
Secretary Boardman announces new deputy secretary of WisDOT
Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce Over $32 Million in Awards for Wisconsin’s Transportation Alternatives Program
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Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce Over $32 Million in Awards for Wisconsin’s Transportation Alternatives Program

Federal funding will support safer school routes, pedestrian and bicycle path improvements for communities across Wisconsin

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce Over $10 Million to Support 11 Projects Aimed at Improving Air Quality, Reducing Congestion Through Transportation Projects
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Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce Over $10 Million to Support 11 Projects Aimed at Improving Air Quality, Reducing Congestion Through Transportation Projects

Federal investment to support projects across Wisconsin, including smart traffic signals, a bike share program, and trail upgrades

Wisconsin aviation history at your fingertips with WisDOT’s online aeronautical chart archive
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Wisconsin aviation history at your fingertips with WisDOT’s online aeronautical chart archive

Explore evolution of Wisconsin aviation through past and present aeronautical charts

New Program Will Fund Driver’s Ed For Low-Income Students

New Program Will Fund Driver’s Ed For Low-Income Students

Insurance industry fees will cover 100% of driver’s ed cost. Effort led by Common Ground.

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce Launch of Wisconsin’s New Driver Education Grant Program
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Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce Launch of Wisconsin’s New Driver Education Grant Program

Program funded by governor in 2023-25 biennial budget expands access to driver training for more teens across the state

Transportation Secretary Craig Thompson Resigning For UW Madison Job

Transportation Secretary Craig Thompson Resigning For UW Madison Job

His replacement, Kristina Boardman, will be the first woman to hold the role.

Gov. Evers Announces WisDOT Secretary Thompson Leaving Evers Administration
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Gov. Evers Announces WisDOT Secretary Thompson Leaving Evers Administration

Governor announces Kristina Boardman to become first woman to serve as WisDOT secretary

Chicago City Exchange Sees Milwaukee Leaders Discuss Big Ideas in Windy City

Chicago City Exchange Sees Milwaukee Leaders Discuss Big Ideas in Windy City

Hoan Group spends day building connections.

How Wisconsin Prevents Noncitizen Voting

How Wisconsin Prevents Noncitizen Voting

The practice is rare — and illegal — but has received increased attention since 2020.

Wisconsin DMV’s Online Service Wins For Efficiency
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Wisconsin DMV’s Online Service Wins For Efficiency

“Frankly, the real winners are Wisconsin residents who can complete their entire DMV tasks online from home. What’s more efficient than that?”

Wisconsin DMV first in nation to share driver data electronically
Wisconsin DMV online driver license renewals hits 200,000 milestone
DMV adds new, award-winning online service and more helpful resources
New for 2021: Reporting odometer mileage when selling a vehicle
Wisconsin DMV launches program that helps companies manage their fleet
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Wisconsin DMV launches program that helps companies manage their fleet

New online system allows online vehicle registration renewal, improves efficiency

Wisconsin DMV investigator uncovers more than $4 million in fraud
DMV gives new extension for drivers over age 60
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DMV gives new extension for drivers over age 60

Online prep speeds driver license renewal process, reduces time in DMV

Drivers over age 60 have until November 23 to renew their license
Extensions for vehicle emission testing end July 31, 2020
DMV Waives Road Tests For Eligible Teens

DMV Waives Road Tests For Eligible Teens

During pandemic eligible teen drivers can get driver's license without passing a road test.

WisDOT offers new ways to obtain driver licenses without visiting DMV
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WisDOT offers new ways to obtain driver licenses without visiting DMV

Online driver license renewal and new road test options begin May 11

It’s the last holiday travel season before REAL ID requirement goes into effect
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It’s the last holiday travel season before REAL ID requirement goes into effect

Wisconsin DMV encourages travelers to update their driver license/ID ahead of October 1, 2020 deadline

Can State Reduce Long Lines at DMV?

Can State Reduce Long Lines at DMV?

Agency has made efforts and some progress, but Evers wants faster service.

Evers’ Budget Allows Immigrants In-State Tuition

Evers’ Budget Allows Immigrants In-State Tuition

Proposal praised by Democrats, slammed by Republicans.