Politics

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Encourages States to Expand Medicaid with New Legislation

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

Diverse coalition voices support for Alderman Hamilton as Council President

Diverse coalition voices support for Alderman Hamilton as Council President

A diverse group of newly-elected and newly re-elected members of the Milwaukee Common Council today voiced their support for Alderman Ashanti Hamilton to serve as the next Common Council President.

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Officially Welcomes New County Board Members

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Officially Welcomes New County Board Members

"This group brings talent, passion, and experience to the County."

Milwaukee DA John Chisholm Announces Re-election Bid

Milwaukee DA John Chisholm Announces Re-election Bid

The District Attorney’s office under Chisholm’s leadership has been instrumental in establishing many initiatives that not only take violent offenders off the streets, but also reduce crime.

Chantia Lewis Praises Common Council Action to Close Milwaukee Sex Offender Ordinance Loophole

Chantia Lewis Praises Common Council Action to Close Milwaukee Sex Offender Ordinance Loophole

The Milwaukee Common Council took action to close the loophole by changing the Sex Offender Ordinance’s definition of residency.

Governor Scott Walker Signs Legislation Into Law Easing Tax Burden and Bolstering Freight Mobility in Wisconsin
Pocan, Renacci Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Eliminate Budget Gimmick

Pocan, Renacci Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Eliminate Budget Gimmick

The Pension and Budget Integrity Act simply moves these premiums “off-budget”, and ensures that Congress is raising premiums only if and when it is appropriate.

Governor Scott Walker Signs Legislation Into Law to Expand Teacher Loan Program
Rep. Barca Secures a Small Victory for Veterans

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”

Rep. Wachs Calls for Hearings on UW System Cuts

Rep. Wachs Calls for Hearings on UW System Cuts

"We simply cannot sustain the continued attack on higher education in Wisconsin."

Governor Scott Walker Signs Legislation to Provide Greater Property Tax Relief for Local Governments Part of the Managed Forest Program
Mayor Barrett Appoints New Director of the Office of Violence Prevention

Mayor Barrett Appoints New Director of the Office of Violence Prevention

Reggie Moore to lead efforts to address root causes of violence, build communitywide response