Politics

Rep. Taylor’s statement on ALEC Mesothelioma bill

Rep. Taylor’s statement on ALEC Mesothelioma bill

Today, the Republican controlled Assembly passed Assembly Bill 19, a bill to limit Mesothelioma victims’ access to courts after extensive exposure to asbestos.

Transit Plus Service Does Not Provide Enough Accessibility to Southridge

Transit Plus Service Does Not Provide Enough Accessibility to Southridge

Supervisor Patricia Jursik Says Bus Stop at Mall Entrance Still Needed for Safety

Supervisor David Bowen Calls Living Wage Ordinance Passage “A Major Win” for Low Wage Workers in Milwaukee County

Supervisor David Bowen Calls Living Wage Ordinance Passage “A Major Win” for Low Wage Workers in Milwaukee County

Following the Milwaukee County Board's 12-6 veto override of a measure to increase the living wage to $11.32 for employees of contractors doing business with the County, Supervisor David Bowen issued the following statement.

Report: ACA Enrollment Before March 31st a Powerful Job Creation Tool.
Report

ACA Enrollment Before March 31st a Powerful Job Creation Tool.

Premium tax credits inject needed revenue into local economies. 1 job created for every 30 people signed up.

Supervisor Russell Stamper II Says Cultural Assets Task Force Should Focus on Education, Transit, Neighborhood Rehabilitation and Street Repairs

Supervisor Russell Stamper II Says Cultural Assets Task Force Should Focus on Education, Transit, Neighborhood Rehabilitation and Street Repairs

Milwaukee County Supervisor Russell Stamper II said today that the Cultural and Entertainment Needs Task Force should focus on Milwaukee's neighborhood redevelopment, transit and street repair.

Rep. Chris Taylor statement on GOP block of potentially life-saving oral chemotherapy bill

Rep. Chris Taylor statement on GOP block of potentially life-saving oral chemotherapy bill

Today, Assembly Republicans refused to take up Assembly Bill 392, a bill that requires health insurance plans which cover chemotherapy also cover oral chemotherapy.

Joint statement of Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs and Alderman Willie C. Wade

Joint statement of Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs and Alderman Willie C. Wade

Our view of SB 324 – the proposed change to state law that would scale back the hours available to Milwaukee residents (and hundreds of thousands of other state residents) to cast their ballot during non-work day hours – is shameful and hypocritical.

Public Input Needed for Parks 5-Year Strategic Plan

Public Input Needed for Parks 5-Year Strategic Plan

Milwaukee County Parks Seeks Public Input in the Development of 2015-2020 Strategic Plan

Supervisor Michael Mayo, Sr. Critical of Mental Health Bill

Supervisor Michael Mayo, Sr. Critical of Mental Health Bill

This Bill Lacks Accountability and Spends Tax Dollars Without Representation

Pregnancy Protection Package introduced into Assembly

Pregnancy Protection Package introduced into Assembly

3 bills would ensure pregnant women retain their rights

County Board Chairwoman Marina Dimitrijevic To Hold “Coffee & Culture” Discussion March 14 at the Milwaukee Public Museum

County Board Chairwoman Marina Dimitrijevic To Hold “Coffee & Culture” Discussion March 14 at the Milwaukee Public Museum

Chat Sessions Designed to Discuss County Cultural, Recreational and Entertainment Needs

Assembly Republicans ready to go home with important issues left undone

Assembly Republicans ready to go home with important issues left undone

Statement from Assembly Minority Leader Peter Barca