Politics
Rep. Barnes Statement on Lincoln Hills Investigation
“I am shocked by the horrific allegations of cruel, unjust, and potentially criminal behavior at the Lincoln Hills School for Boys.”
Dec 10th, 2015 by Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes
Sen. Tiffany Was Warned of Lincoln Hills Abuse Weeks Before Raid
"Sen. Tiffany was warned of safety and staffing issues at the Lincoln Hills School but failed to act to prevent the crimes that are being investigated," said SSDC Executive Director Matt Ullsvik.
Dec 10th, 2015 by Wisconsin State Senate Democratic Committee
Workers hopeful as Dem bill to improve retirement security advances
Badger Blueprint proposal seeks to boost retirement saving
Dec 10th, 2015 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin’s Jason Simcakoski Memorial Act Moves Forward
Legislation would improve pain care at VA, provide stronger oversight, and address the problem of overprescribing practices
Dec 9th, 2015 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
With I-94 Decision Pending, State & Local Leaders Oppose Wasteful Expansion, Call for Smarter Local Investments
Coalition Points to Ongoing Transportation Funding Crisis, Public Opposition; Demands More Cost-Effective Alternatives
Dec 9th, 2015 by Coalition for More Responsible Transportation
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin’s Waterfront Revitalization Legislation Moves Forward
Supports local efforts to revive Wisconsin waterfronts and promote economic development
Dec 9th, 2015 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin’s Education Reforms Clear Senate, Head to President’s Desk
Major education bill to rewrite “No Child Left Behind” includes several Baldwin-authored provisions to streamline testing, improve technology in the classroom, and strengthen career and technical education
Dec 9th, 2015 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Marisabel Cabrera Announces Candidacy for 9th Assembly District
"We need a representative who will fight back and work to restore our public schools, public safety, and bring fresh ideas to solve our greatest challenges.”
Dec 9th, 2015 by Marisabel Cabrera
Waukesha Diversion Application to Move On to Regional Review
DNR says Waukesha's application approvable despite requests from across the Great Lakes region to deny it
Dec 8th, 2015 by Compact Implementation Coalition
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin’s Bipartisan RAISE Family Caregivers Passes Senate
More than 50 national and state advocacy groups have joined in support of bipartisan legislation
Dec 8th, 2015 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Infant Safety Seat Legislation Passes Transportation Committee
Assembly Bill 400 is available to be scheduled for a vote before the full Assembly when they reconvene in January.
Dec 8th, 2015 by State Rep. Chris Taylor
Statement on investigation into Gov. Walker’s Dept. of Corrections
“Years of Republican budget cuts, forced overtime policies and limits on workplace safety have created major problems at Wisconsin’s correctional institutions."
Dec 8th, 2015 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
