Politics
Statements of One Wisconsin Now on Epidemic of Violence
“Black lives matter.”
Jul 8th, 2016 by One Wisconsin NowHouse Approves Conference Report on Comprehensive Opioid Legislation
Deaths from prescription opioids and heroin set a record in 2014, climbing to 28,647.
Jul 8th, 2016 by U.S. Rep. Jim SensenbrennerU.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin’s Bipartisan VA Reforms Pass the House of Representatives, Move to the Senate
Jason Simcakoski Memorial Opioid Safety Act continues to move forward after being approved by House and Senate Conference Committee this week
Jul 8th, 2016 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinThe domestic guardians of our great democracy
Statement of Alderman Bob Donovan July 8, 2016
Jul 8th, 2016 by State Rep. Bob DonovanSupervisor Marcelia Nicholson Announces Call to Action Regarding Recent Unarmed Victims of Police Shootings
Black Men in Milwaukee County Are At Risk; We Must Act Now
Jul 7th, 2016 by County Board Chairwoman Marcelia NicholsonMr. Speaker, Repeal that Law!
Unconstitutional attack on women’s health should be stricken from state law
Jul 7th, 2016 by State Rep. Chris TaylorRapid DNA Act Passes out of House Judiciary Committee
The Rapid DNA Act would establish a system for the integration of Rapid DNA instruments for use by law enforcement to help reduce DNA backlog.
Jul 7th, 2016 by U.S. Rep. Jim SensenbrennerPlanned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin Calls on Wisconsin Legislators to Repeal Unconstitutional Abortion Restriction and Prioritize Women’s Health
Both medical and legal experts have been clear that Wisconsin’s admitting privileges law does not enhance patient safety.
Jul 7th, 2016 by Planned Parenthood Advocates of WisconsinCounty Executive Abele endorses Thomas Harris for Senate
“I have known and worked with Thomas for years and I can say unequivocally that he is best person in the race to help us tackle the challenges facing Milwaukee,” Chris Abele said.
Jul 7th, 2016 by Thomas HarrisPocan Introduces Bill to Invest in Apprenticeships and Rebuild Workforce Skills
The LEARNS Act would increase the number of highly skilled workers in the United States and ensures the registered apprenticeship program is an effective earn-and-learn model for students, workers, and employers.
Jul 6th, 2016 by U.S. Rep. Mark PocanManufacturers Tax Credit
Republican’s Economic Development Plan = 2/3 Fewer New Jobs
Jul 6th, 2016 by State Sen. Janet BewleyIt’s Time to Invest in Our Transportation System
Under the direction of Governor Walker the Secretary of Transportation was told that his budget request should not include any tax or fee increases.
Jul 6th, 2016 by State Sen. Janis Ringhand