Scott Kevin Walker was the Governor of the State of Wisconsin from 2011 to 2019. Previously he was Milwaukee County Executive and a Representative in the Wisconsin State Assembly.
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Governor Walker Issues Executive Order to Prevent Potential Gasoline and Diesel Shortages
“We’re taking action with this Executive Order to alleviate potential gasoline and diesel shortages as a result of the temporary shutdown of the West Shore Pipeline,” Governor Walker said.
May 6th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Wisconsin Republicans are All Aboard the Trump Train
Donald Trump's dangerous, sexist, racist, and xenophobic rhetoric didn't stop Republican leaders in Wisconsin from eagerly jumping on the Trump train.
May 6th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Governor Walker Attends Grand Opening of Options for Women Clinic
Options for Women operates under a 501(c)(3) non-profit status and is funded entirely by donations.
May 6th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Celebrates Investment in Higher Education
New Chemistry Biology Building funded by investment in Governor Walker’s 2013-15 biennial budget
May 5th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Eager acceptance of Trump’s dangerous rhetoric confirms Senate GOP disconnect
Republican politicians including Gov. Scott Walker and Sen. Ron Johnson have also committed to supporting Donald Trump as their party’s nominee.
May 5th, 2016 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Governor Walker Travels Throughout Wisconsin to Highlight $19.3 Billion Tourism Industry
Industry adds more than 18,700 jobs to Wisconsin’s economy over the last five years
May 5th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Approves Rule Requiring Drug Testing for Unemployment Insurance Recipients
Under this newly approved rule, if someone on UI fails a drug test or refuses to take one from an employer as part of an offer of employment, he or she can be denied UI benefits.
May 4th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Walker Administration, JFC Republicans Must Educate Wisconsinites on Photo ID Law
GAB requests $250,000 from Joint Finance Committee To Educate Voters
Apr 28th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
State Must Take Immediate Action to Address Lead Poisoning of Wisconsin Children
Outdated standards and testing procedures pose public health threat
Apr 28th, 2016 by Chris Taylor
Governor Walker Releases Statement on Justice David Prosser’s Retirement
"Justice Prosser has faithfully served the state of Wisconsin for decades."
Apr 27th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Rep. Taylor Urges JFC to Approve Funds for Voter ID Information Campaign
“I’m deeply disappointed that Governor Walker felt the need to blame the victims of one of the most extreme Voter ID laws in the country...”
Apr 27th, 2016 by Chris Taylor
Governor Walker Signs Bill into Law Protecting Wisconsin’s Property Owners
This is Act 391.
Apr 26th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Scott Walker and Republican Leader’s Failing Grades on Funding the UW-System
With one exception every UW school has seen a cut of at least $1.6 million dollars.
Apr 25th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Governor Walker Signs Bill to Crack Down on Repeat Drunk Drivers
Legislation signed on the anniversary of the tragic loss of three young lives
Apr 25th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Sen. Taylor calls for special session on juvenile corrections and more funding
In a letter dated today, Senator Taylor urged Governor Walker to call a special session of the Legislature to take up Senate Bills 803 and 804.
Apr 25th, 2016 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Scott Walker Joins the Party of Trump
Some have speculated that Walker’s recent actions are aimed at keeping his name in consideration for the Vice Presidency spot on the ticket.
Apr 21st, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Advocates from Across Wisconsin Join Senator Baldwin in Calling on Governor Walker to Immediately Restore Food Assistance to Thousands of Wisconsinites
Recent reports show poverty in Wisconsin has reached alarming levels
Apr 20th, 2016 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Governor Walker Signs Legislation to Protect Wisconsin’s Children Against Internet Crimes
“Alicia’s Law” gives hope to victims and works to prevent future victims
Apr 19th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Republican Tax Giveaways Force UW Budget Cuts
UW-Green Bay, UWM, and UW-Madison have all reported on the negative impacts Walker’s budget cuts are having on their ability to provide a quality education to their students.
Apr 19th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Governor Walker Signs Legislation Protecting Wisconsin’s Children
Children with disabilities and those children repeatedly physically abused gain new protections
Apr 19th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Encourages States to Expand Medicaid with New Legislation
Bill would ensure equal level of federal matching funds for states expanding Medicaid after 2014
Apr 18th, 2016 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Governor Scott Walker Signs Legislation Into Law Easing Tax Burden and Bolstering Freight Mobility in Wisconsin
Acts 360 and 361.
Apr 15th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Scott Walker Signs Legislation Into Law to Expand Teacher Loan Program
It is Act 359.
Apr 14th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Rep. Barca Secures a Small Victory for Veterans
“It was shocking that the Walker Administration has not been participating in meetings with our hardworking County Veterans Services Officers all along, however I am glad they have committed to attend future meetings”
Apr 14th, 2016 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Governor Scott Walker Signs Legislation to Provide Greater Property Tax Relief for Local Governments Part of the Managed Forest Program
It is Act 358.
Apr 14th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Democratic Party of Wisconsin Statement on Equal Pay Day
"In 2016, it makes zero economic sense for women to make less than eighty-percent of what their male counterparts make. "
Apr 12th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Governor Scott Walker Takes the Lead, Nations’ Governors Join in Signing SNAP Welfare Letter to Congressional Leaders
The legislation authored by Congressman Robert Aderholt confirms states’ rights to drug test SNAP recipients.
Apr 12th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
On 20th Anniversary of Equal Pay Day, Wage Gap Impacts Wisconsin Women
Wisconsin is just one of six states in the nation, and the only state in the Midwest, without a law on the books banning wage discrimination.
Apr 12th, 2016 by State Rep. Lisa Subeck
Wisconsin Republicans Stand with Trump
After Republicans passed the controversial Right-to-Work law, Wisconsin saw the highest number of mass layoffs since Gov. Walker took office.
Apr 11th, 2016 by Wisconsin State Senate Democratic Committee
The Numbers Don’t Lie: Wisconsin Loses Under GOP Failed Leadership
“With a losing streak this bad, it is clear our state needs a new playbook.”
Apr 11th, 2016 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Unconstitutional Right-to-Work only part of the problem
GOP policies result in 16 consecutive quarters of economic disappointment
Apr 11th, 2016 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Governor Scott Walker Joins Milwaukee Tool in Announcing Nearly 600 Jobs in the Next Five Years at Groundbreaking Ceremony
Milwaukee Tool has been a manufacturer of heavy-duty power tools, accessories, and hand tools for professionals worldwide since 1924.
Apr 11th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Mandela Barnes Announces Run for Wisconsin State Senate
“Over the next several months, I look forward to talking with families about their values and priorities as I work to earn their trust and support for State Senator.”
Apr 11th, 2016 by Mandela Barnes
Democratic Party of Wisconsin Statement on Right to Work ruling
"Today’s ruling confirms what families across the state have known for over a year now - that the so-called “Right to Work” legislation is an unlawful attack on wages and workplace rights.'
Apr 8th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Statement from Senator Larson on “Right to Work” Court Ruling
"Today is a huge victory for Wisconsin workers."
Apr 8th, 2016 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Statement on Right to Work ruling
"This ruling is a major victory for hardworking Wisconsin families."
Apr 8th, 2016 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Sen. Johnson headed to Vegas to lure super PAC dollars from Sheldon Adelson
Adelson contributed over $92 million to Republican super PACs in 2012
Apr 8th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Governor Scott Walker Increases Support in the Fight Against Elizabethkingia
Approves nine project positions to assist in search to find the source of the potentially deadly bacteria
Apr 8th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Scott Walker Invests Over $450,000 to Support Summer Youth Employment Program in Milwaukee
Participating youth complete a week of work-readiness training that includes an individualized assessment, soft skills development, resume writing, interviewing skills, job coaching, and financial literacy.
Apr 8th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
SHOT/CHASER: Congressman Glenn Grothman Doubles Down On Rigging November 2016 Elections
Rep. Grothman hasn't backed away from his comments since Tuesday.
Apr 7th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Dems question last-minute cancellation of UW budget presentations
Gov. Walker’s Board of Regents won't hear update on GOP budget cuts
Apr 6th, 2016 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Governor Scott Walker Joins Coalition of Governors Challenging Unconstitutional Executive Lawmaking
“No one is above the law”
Apr 4th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Scott Walker Signs Bill Into Law Changing the Approval Process for Nuclear Power Plants
It is Act 344.
Apr 1st, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Craig Wood Stove Freedom and Credit Union Modernization Bills Signed into Law
Governor Scott Walker signed into law two bills authored by Representative David Craig.
Mar 31st, 2016 by State Sen. David Craig
Gov. Walker Signs Parent-Based School Accountability Act
Wisconsin schools must comply with this legislation by September of 2016.
Mar 31st, 2016 by State Rep. Adam Neylon
Bucks Response to Passage of State License Plate Legislation
Eighty percent of the revenue generated from the specialty plates will be used to retire state debt for the new arena, while the remainder will fund a new Bucks charitable foundation.
Mar 30th, 2016 by Milwaukee Bucks
New Marquette Law School Poll finds Cruz, Sanders ahead in Wisconsin presidential primaries
Bradley leads state Supreme Court race
Mar 30th, 2016 by Marquette University
Governor Scott Walker Signs Legislation Modernizing the Collection of Hospital Data
It is Act 287.
Mar 30th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Scott Walker Appoints New Deputy Chief of Staff for Communications
Jablonski’s appointment will be effective April 18, 2016.
Mar 29th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Here’s what Gov. Walker didn’t tell you while signing higher education bills
"The governor forgot to tell you that funding levels for need-based higher education grants remained frozen at 2011 levels in his 2015-17 executive budget."
Mar 29th, 2016 by Katrina Shankland
Rep. Barca Statement on Signing of Higher Ed Bills
“These Republican bills do nothing to address the burden of student debt and the people of Wisconsin shouldn’t fall for the Republicans’ lack of action with these modest election-year smoke and mirrors.”
Mar 28th, 2016 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Governor Scott Walker Signs Three Bills Into Law
All three bills focus on building dementia-friendly communities throughout Wisconsin.
Mar 28th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Gov. Walker Signs Robotics Bill into Law
Under this legislation schools may apply to the Department of Public Instruction for a grant of up-to five thousand dollars.
Mar 25th, 2016 by State Rep. Adam Neylon
Governor Scott Walker Signs Law Creating New WIC Internship Program for Dieticians
Senate Bill 402 – requires the Department of Health Services to establish a dietetic internship program under the state’s Women, Infants, and Children supplemental food program.
Mar 24th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Rep. Zamarripa to Rep. Sanfelippo, “Say it ain’t so, Joe.”
"I am so very disappointed that Joe chose to play politics..."
Mar 22nd, 2016 by JoCasta Zamarripa
Near West Side Partners Join Gov. Walker As He Signs AB628 into Law
Legislation will save taxpayer resources, reduce crime and promote economic development
Mar 22nd, 2016 by Near West Side Partners, Inc.
New Report: Nearly 25,000 Clean Energy Workers in Wisconsin
Projected 2016 Growth Rate of 4.8 Percent; Milwaukee, Rural Areas Each Account for Quarter of State’s Jobs; Energy Efficiency, Renewables Standards Could Create Even More Opportunities
Mar 22nd, 2016 by RENEW Wisconsin
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin and U.S. Representatives Ron Kind, Gwen Moore and Mark Pocan Call on Governor Walker to Immediately Restore Food Assistance to Thousands of Wisconsinites
“We must continue to support opportunities to lift people up and out of poverty and ensure that our jobs training programs are truly working”
Mar 22nd, 2016 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Milwaukee Teachers’ Education Association Continues to Push for Reduced Class Sizes in Early Grades
In 2015 Scott Walker signed into law Wisconsin Act 53 which phases out the class-size reduction program.
Mar 22nd, 2016 by Milwaukee Teachers’ Education Association
Walker Administration Will Stop at Nothing to Block Access to Safe, Legal Abortion
Wisconsin Attorney General Schimel petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to review the state’s twice enjoined law requiring physicians providing abortion care to obtain hospital admitting privileges.
Mar 21st, 2016 by Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin
Not Seeking Re-election
During the remainder of my term I will continue to assist constituents and work with colleagues to keep Wisconsin moving forward.
Mar 21st, 2016 by Mary Lazich
Justice Bradley’s Defense of Rapists
Justice Rebecca Bradley has refused to apologize for previous statements she made arguing that women “play a role in date rape.”
Mar 21st, 2016 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Is the Republican Party of Wisconsin running Judge Michelle Havas and Justice Rebecca Bradley’s campaigns from Madison?
This highly orchestrated coordination is very new and newsworthy.
Mar 21st, 2016 by Jean Kies
Attorney Robert J. Dreps, advocate for open government, to receive Distinguished Wisconsin Watchdog Award
Dreps, who last month was inducted into the Wisconsin Newspaper Hall of Fame, is retiring from full-time practice at the Madison office of Godfrey & Kahn.
Mar 18th, 2016 by Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
Another Abele Election Year Conversion: Won’t Follow MPS Takeover Law
The law explicitly requires the commissioner to target a public school for transfer into the separate district and then initiate a request-for-proposal to determine who should run the school.
Mar 18th, 2016 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Governor Scott Walker Announces Launch of Agency Performance Dashboards Website
New website focuses on improving transparency, efficiency, and effectiveness
Mar 16th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Statement on SB 295 – The Bad Far Outweighs the Good
The advantages of this bill are more than offset by unnecessary restrictions which will make it more difficult for many citizens to register and vote.
Mar 15th, 2016 by League of Women Voters of Wisconsin
Governor Scott Walker Signs Assembly Bill 422 Into Law at Wild Rivers Interpretive Center
The provides $27,000 of funding from the Forestry Account of the Conservation Fund to the Florence Wild Rivers Interpretive Center in Fiscal Year 2016 and Fiscal Year 2017.
Mar 15th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Senate Republicans Call It Quits
Majority party set to end legislative session on a whimper
Mar 15th, 2016 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Senate Republicans Block Out Sunshine
"Elected officials should work for Wisconsin families, not out-of-state special interests," said Matt Ullsvik, SSDC Executive Director.
Mar 14th, 2016 by Wisconsin State Senate Democratic Committee
Governor Scott Walker Announces Sunshine Week Initiatives
Governor Walker’s office received 230 percent more records requests than previous administration, released over six million pages of public records
Mar 11th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Senator Larson Demands County Executive Abele Pull False and Misleading TV Attack Ad
Calls for Abele to Apologize to Community Leader and Milwaukee County Voters
Mar 10th, 2016 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Sen. Ron Johnson Should Denounce Justice Rebecca Bradley’s Comments
Voters deserve to know if Sen. Johnson thinks Justice Bradley can be a fair and impartial justice on the high court.
Mar 9th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
WisGOP Supreme Court Justice Rebecca Bradley’s Hate Speech Revealed
In her writings, Bradley mocks the LGBT community and those suffering from AIDS, describing them as "queers", "degenerates" and "murderers".
Mar 8th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Justice Bradley Vetting is Yet Another Failure of Accountability from Walker Administration
“Assembly Democrats stand united against hateful speech, no matter when or where that occurs.”
Mar 8th, 2016 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Statement of Democratic Party of Wisconsin LGBT Caucus Chair On Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Rebecca Bradley
"I'm appalled by the hateful statements written by Justice Rebecca Bradley."
Mar 8th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Kloppenburg Campaign Calls on Stations to Stop Running Deceitful Ad
“The Court of Appeals followed the law, the lower court followed the law and a man convicted of a crime has never left prison.”
Mar 8th, 2016 by JoAnne Kloppenburg
Hate speech is not “irrelevant”
Senate Dem Leader calls on Gov. Walker to condemn offensive remarks
Mar 8th, 2016 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Rep. Wachs Statement on Justice Bradley
“Like so many Wisconsinites, I am frankly disgusted at the comments made by Justice Bradley.”
Mar 8th, 2016 by State Rep. Dana Wachs
Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council names “Opee” winners
The awards recognize extraordinary achievement in the cause of open government.
Mar 8th, 2016 by Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council
There is No Statute of Limitations on Hate
"Rebecca Bradley’s comments are as abhorrent and disturbing today as they were in 1992..."
Mar 7th, 2016 by JoAnne Kloppenburg
Governor Scott Walker Announces Wisconsin Office of the Inspector General (OIG) Fights Fraud, Saves Taxpayer Dollars
New report illustrates OIG successes in the first five years
Mar 7th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Scott Walker Releases Statement on the Passing of Former First Lady Nancy Reagan
"Nancy Reagan had such a positive impact on the lives of so many Americans."
Mar 6th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
SHOT/CHASER: Rebecca Bradley: The Republican Party of Wisconsin’s Supreme Court Justice
It's time to acknowledge Justice Rebecca Bradley's close and personal involvement with the Republican Party of Wisconsin.
Mar 4th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Governor Scott Walker Announces Grants Available for TEACH Educational Technology Teacher Training
Grants for fiscal year 2016 are available to consortia of three or more eligible school districts.
Mar 3rd, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Scott Walker’s Partisan Politics Cost Taxpayers Over $600 Million
Gov. Scott Walker and his rubber-stamp legislature rejected $4.4 billion in federal funds to expand our successful BadgerCare program.
Mar 3rd, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
WMC Tail Wags WEDC Dog – Hot Dogs Leave
“I don’t know what’s more absurd, that WMC is running WEDC or that that they knowingly abandoned Oscar Mayer’s thousands of families.”
Mar 2nd, 2016 by State Sen. Mark Miller
Governor Scott Walker Participates in REALTORS® & Government Day, Signs Assembly Bill 456
The Wisconsin REALTORS® Association (WRA) is one of the largest trade associations in the state which represents the interests of and serves over 14,000 members statewide.
Mar 2nd, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Scott Walker Signs 58 Bills Into Law
Acts 200 - 257.
Mar 1st, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
State Senator Chris Larson Proposes Property Tax Cuts for Milwaukee County Homeowners
Calls for shifting tax burden to protect parks, cultural assets, improve transit, and public safety.
Mar 1st, 2016 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Child abuse cover-up continues as GOP ignores reports
Senate shirks legal responsibility as Lincoln Hills scandal widens
Mar 1st, 2016 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Governor Scott Walker Signs 46 Bills Into Law
Acts 154 - 199.
Feb 29th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Chairman Lipscomb on Executive Abele’s Motion to Dismiss
On a technical issue of process, Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Sosnay granted County Executive Abele’s motion to dismiss the lawsuit without prejudice.
Feb 29th, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Poll Numbers Show Scott Walker Should Start Working With Democrats
It is obvious that Wisconsinites are hungry for real change and real leadership.
Feb 26th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Rep. Zamarripa Credits Pushback from Latino Community and Allies for Slowing Momentum of Anti-Immigrant Bill
“This fight is not over.”
Feb 25th, 2016 by JoCasta Zamarripa
New Marquette Law School Poll finds tight Democratic race, Trump maintaining Republican lead in Wisconsin
A new Marquette Law School Poll finds a tight race for the Democratic presidential nomination in Wisconsin and Donald Trump maintaining his lead for the Republican nomination
Feb 25th, 2016 by Marquette University
Gov. Walker’s Robotic Message at Business Day in Madison
Yeah, we're gonna need you to come up with some new talking points.
Feb 25th, 2016 by State Rep. Gordon Hintz
Meet the Republican Candidate for Mayor, Bob Donovan
Instead of actually helping to make Milwaukee a safer place to live, Donovan has voted against increasing law enforcement officers four times in recent years.
Feb 25th, 2016 by Democratic Party of Milwaukee County
Russ Feingold Endorses Mayor Tom Barrett
"Tom Barrett has the right ideas to keep Milwaukee moving forward," said Russ Feingold.
Feb 24th, 2016 by Tom Barrett
Local Labor Unions Endorse Mayor Tom Barrett
Mayor Tom Barrett has worked hand in hand with these organizations to create and retain family supporting jobs in the city of Milwaukee.
Feb 23rd, 2016 by Tom Barrett
