Mark Pocan

State’s COVID-19 Stimulus Cut by $700 Million

Gov. Evers said state will still prioritize small business with federal funds.

Pocan, Kind & Moore Request Full ARP Funds for Wisconsin

Will Biden Deliver Immigration Reform?

It’s time. He promised voters to prioritize reform bill in the first 100 days.

Who’s the Most Right Wing Of All?

Conservative group ranks state’s most conservative members of Congress and Legislature.

Pocan: “Amazon’s Workers Deserve Better”

Pocan: Wisconsin GOP Must Act to Save Food Assistance

Inaction could cost taxpayers $50 million per month

Which Members of Congress Got Vaccine?

One third are Republicans, survey of 22 states find. But Wisconsin divided by party.

Pocan Celebrates Estimated $5.7 Billion for Wisconsin in American Rescue Plan

Pocan Announces Joint Economic Committee Appointment

Forward Wisconsin Means Protecting the Freedom to Vote and Delivering Pandemic Relief

Pocan Celebrates House Vote on PRO Act

Federal Bill Combats Voter Suppression

For the People Act seeks to assure that all people have an equal right to vote.

Pocan Celebrates House Passage of For the People Act

Reps. Ron Kind, Gwen Moore, and Mark Pocan Endorse Jill Underly for 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.

Pocan, Grothman Pass Amendment Adding Ice Age Trail to National Park System

Work-Share Program Surges During Pandemic

Struggling businesses can keep employees on part time and lost wages recouped through state unemployment system.

Bipartisan Bashing of Ron Johnson

His latest hoax, that ‘fake Trump protesters’ led Capitol riots, called 'disgraceful.’

Pocan Tells State Legislature Not to Overturn Mask Mandate

Pocan: “A Historic Day for Our Nation”

Wisconsin Delegation Votes Party Line on Impeachment

Republicans voted against impeachment, Democrats for it.

Wisconsin Congressional Delegation on Removing Trump

Democrats want him gone, Republicans support him.

Tiffany, Fitzgerald Object To Some Biden Electors

Hours after chaos at the Capitol, two members of Wisconsin's congressional delegation vote to overturn part of the election, effort fails.

Wisconsin Political Leaders React to Capitol Storming

Though many supported Trump for years, all now condemn Capitol chaos he helped cause.

Rep. Pocan Calls for the 25th Amendment to be Invoked

“An attempted coup.”

Foley Firm Faces Blowback on Trump Call

Criticism of Milwaukee firm whose partner Cleta Mitchell helped Trump effort to "find" votes in Georgia.

Pocan Announces He Will Not Run For Senate In 2022

Pocan Criticizes Assembly GOP For Mask Policy

Assembly won't require masks, after Speaker Robin Vos appeared in ad encouraging mask wearing.

Pocan Criticizes WI State Assembly on Lack of Mask Requirement

Pocan Demands Investigation into Kushner Shell Company Campaign Finance Violations

State Response To COVID-19 a Trainwreck, Pocan says

The congressman wants an end to the partisan battle over a COVID-19 relief bill.

Pocan Quarantined After Exposure to COVID-19

Pocan: “President Trump’s Superspreader Events A Danger to Wisconsin”

Key Trump Ally Sen. Ron Johnson backs outsourcing, says it’s better to have products made ‘dirt cheap’ overseas

Pence to Janesville “The Choice is Clear”

Vice-president’s speech at Holiday Inn Conference Center says economy is on the ballot.

Ahead of Pence Visit, Health Care Workers and Wisconsin Democrats Blast Administration for Prolonging Pandemic, Slowing Economic Recovery

"No community is immune from COVID-19 -- we’ve seen that everywhere across this state, whether it’s here in Janesville or cities or rural communities, the virus has reached everywhere because of Trump's failures."

Will Legislature Pass Any Policing Reforms?

Some 20 proposed bills with more to come. Will any pass and when?

Rep. Mark Pocan’s Statement on VP Mike Pence’s Announced Visit to Wisconsin

DPW Vice-Chair Felesia Martin Calls out Trump’s Chaos as He Refuses to Condemn Kenosha Shooter

State Politicians Squabble On Postal Service

As USPS backtracks on changes, Kaul part of multi-state suit, Democrats and Republicans argue.

Senator Baldwin and Representatives Moore, Kind, and Pocan Call on President Trump to Extend Full Federal Funding for Wisconsin National Guard to Fight COVID-19 Pandemic

Trump's Cut to Federal Support for Wisconsin National Guard Will Cost State $12.5 Million

Primary Results Set Stage for November

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

Pocan Announces 2nd District Wins in 2021 House Spending Bills

Millions in funding for UW programs, F-35 noise mitigation and rural broadband.

Congressional Republicans Fail Wisconsin

Democrats passed second pandemic relief bill in May. State’s GOP members continue to delay.

Mike Pence’s Unreality Show

The Vice President loves us. That’s why he keeps coming back to Wisconsin.

Newly Out Legislator Sees Hope

Rep. Greta Neubauer joins a growing list of out LGBTQ legislators around the country.

Pocan Announces $50 Million for F-35 Noise Mitigation

Pocan: “American & United Airlines are Throwing Taxpayers Under the Proverbial Airbus”

History May Be Written By Wisconsin

State’s Democratic leaders writing a national platform to address racial equity that could lead to historic legislation.

Congress Battles Over Police Reform

Wisconsin delegation split along party lines over the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act, Dems in favor, GOP oppose.

Baldwin, Moore, Kind, Pocan Urge Trump Administration to Make Disabled Wisconsinites Eligible for Pandemic Unemployment Assistance

Pocan Bill Bans Liability Waivers From Crowds

During pandemic would prevent gatherings of 1,000 or more, including Trump campaign events, to require attendees to sign waivers.

Five Definitions of “Defunding Police”

What could it mean? We ask some experts.

Does Your Congressperson Support Police Reform?

The positions of Wisconsin's congressional delegation on police reform.

Democrats Offer Major Police Reform Plan

Baldwin, Moore, Pocan push bill stressing transparency, accountability, banning chokeholds, racial profiling.

Pocan Wants Uniform National Police Standards

Bill includes standard for use of force, de-escalation techniques, pursuit practices.

Far More Businesses Using Work Share

Up 17-fold in state since pandemic, as companies avoid layoffs by switching workers to part-time.

National Guard COVID-19 Funding at Stake

Trump considering cuts, officials in Wisconsin, other states urge him to continue funding.

Senator Baldwin and Representatives Kind, Moore and Pocan Call on President Trump to Extend Federal Funding for Wisconsin National Guard in Fight Against COVID-19 Pandemic

"An extension of this funding is critical to ensuring the safety and health of our citizens, as well as advancing efforts to reopen our state."

Pocan, Blunt Rochester & Crist Introduce COVID-19 Emergency Production Act

Wisconsin Relaxes Food Stamps Rules

Residents using SNAP benefits can now buy groceries online.

Wisconsin Politicos Respond to Safer At Home Ruling

Politicians, lobbyists and activists fall back on party line in attacking or praising decision.

Baldwin, Moore, Kind, Pocan Push for Expanded Food Assistance for Wisconsin in Coronavirus Relief Legislation

"As we face historic economic and social disruption during this pandemic, we must bolster the SNAP program and ensure access for those Wisconsinites who need food assistance."

State Gets Federal Help with COVID-19 Supplies

But barriers remain, supplies still fall way short, particularly N95 respirator masks.

Pence Visits State Amid Criticism

"No national plan,” Wisconsin still lacks COVID-19 supplies, Democrats charge.

Senator Baldwin Calls on President Trump to Provide Leadership with a National Plan for Widespread Testing

“Liberating our country from this pandemic and moving our economy forward requires you to lead with a national testing plan and the supplies to implement it.”

Pocan Demands Transparency on Sedative Shortages for Patients on Ventilators

WI Congressional Delegation Backs Federal Help

All back CARES Act and Evers' disaster declaration for Wisconsin.

Baldwin Leads Wisconsin Congressional Delegation in Calling on USDA to Take Action to Support Wisconsin Dairy Farmers Amid COVID-19 Crisis

"Wisconsin's dairy and agriculture economy is in crisis, and we write to ask for your immediate attention and aid."

Senator Baldwin Calls on State Legislature to Eliminate Waiting Period for Laid-Off Workers Needing Unemployment Assistance in Wisconsin

"Every day that we wait, we leave money on the table for cash-strapped Wisconsinites."

Pocan, DeLauro to Introduce Layoff Prevention Bills

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin and Representative Mark Pocan Introduce Legislation to Guarantee Coronavirus Testing Kits for American Servicemembers in Middle East

Wisconsin Now the Reddest State?

No state in America has been more opposed to federal coronavirus relief package.

Senators Must Pass Coronavirus Act

House passed relief bill goes to Senate, Johnson and Baldwin should support it.

State’s Republicans Oppose Coronavirus Bill

Relief bill supported by Trump, passed overwhelmingly, state's 4 GOP Congressmen vote no.

Pocan Receives CDC Answers on Coronavirus Testing Capacity

Pocan: Coronavirus Testing Capacity Shortage Explained

Pocan: Military Bases Abroad Possibly Lack Coronavirus Test Kits

How Will State Party Pick DNC Delegates?

Complicated formula to assure geographic, gender, racial balance for 84 delegates.

Nothing Changed After Molson Coors Shooting

Wisconsin's GOP legislators mourned publicly, but continue ignoring calls from Democrats to address gun violence.

Pocan, Gillibrand Announce Bill to End Rampant Outsourcing And Protect American Jobs

Pocan Introduces Food Worker Pay Standards Act

Coronavirus Risk Remains Low in State

Just one confirmed case in Dane County and person has recovered.

Pocan Questions Removal of COVID-19 Cases Tested from CDC Website

Green New Deal would cost Wisconsin families over $40,000 per year, cripple agriculture industry

WILL partners with national policy organizations to estimate impact of Green New Deal to Wisconsin

Hmong Leaders Rally Against Deportation

Efforts by Trump administration to deport Hmongs to Laos condemned at rally in Wausau.

Pocan Condemns Pompeo Deportation of Hmong People

State Voters Lean Against Medicare for All

Poll shows 47% prefer it while 53% prefer improving Affordable Care Act.

U.S. Reps. Matt Gaetz and Mark Pocan Join in Cosponsoring Checkoff Reform Bill

In Trump Acquittal, Wisconsin Legislators Divided

Johnson votes to acquit, is happy trial is over. Baldwin says republicans lack moral courage.

Pocan: ‘Building A Fair Economy for Anyone Requires Strong Labor Rights for Everyone’

Pocan: ‘A Cover-Up That Will Haunt our Democracy’

Pocan Announces Kathy Honerbaum as State of the Union Guest

Honerbaum, a retired ER nurse of over 50 years in Dodgeville, was diagnosed with breast cancer last year, and prescribed Ibrance, a $13,000 drug with a $2,800 copay.

Mark Pocan Endorses Bernie Sanders for President

Pocan Named as Bernie 2020 Wisconsin Campaign Chair

State Politicians Respond to Iranian General’s Killing

Activists are protesting and politicos weighing in on assassination, U.S. troop escalation.

Pocan: ‘America Must Avoid Another Endless War’

Why Pocan Voted No on Trade Deal

Madison Democrat the only state representative to oppose historic revision of NAFTA.

Pocan: ‘A Vote That Sets the Precedent for All Future Presidents’

Another Special Election Controversy

This time Gov. Evers accused of playing politics on filling 7th congressional district seat.