Politics

Local governments now have access to $75 million in new transportation grants

Local governments now have access to $75 million in new transportation grants

The program will mirror aspects of the Local Roads Improvement Program (LRIP).

Pocan Statement Following House Passage of the Raise the Wage Act

Pocan Statement Following House Passage of the Raise the Wage Act

"The Raise the Wage Act gives a well-deserved raise to nearly a quarter of the workforce and takes a step in the right direction to level the playing field."

One Wisconsin Now Joins Coalition Denouncing Activities of Radical Group Operation Save America

One Wisconsin Now Joins Coalition Denouncing Activities of Radical Group Operation Save America

‘Wisconsin Women Need Health Care, Not Operation Save America’s Hate and Harassment’

Sensenbrenner Statement on Bill to Slow Economy

Sensenbrenner Statement on Bill to Slow Economy

"This one-size-fits-all government mandate would be devastating for many low-wage workers, small businesses, and consumers."

Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Brown County Circuit Court Judge
Duffy’s Attacks Are Misplaced

Duffy’s Attacks Are Misplaced

"Like so many other men in the Republican party, Duffy found it easier to verbally attack women in Congress than to stand up to Donald Trump."

Racine takes action to ban conversion therapy

Racine takes action to ban conversion therapy

Statement of Alderman Cavalier Johnson July 17, 2019

Raising the federal minimum wage to $15 by 2025 would lift wages for over 33 million workers

Raising the federal minimum wage to $15 by 2025 would lift wages for over 33 million workers

The increase would boost total annual wages for these low-wage workers by $92.5 billion, lifting annual earnings for the average affected year-round worker by $2,800.

Gov. Evers Signs Bill to Reform Sign Language Interpreting Licensure System in Wisconsin

Gov. Evers Signs Bill to Reform Sign Language Interpreting Licensure System in Wisconsin

"We're working to ensure deaf and hard of hearing folks across our state have access to reliable and experienced interpreters no matter the situation or circumstance."

Rep. Robyn Vining Continues Fight for Fair Maps

Rep. Robyn Vining Continues Fight for Fair Maps

"We are committed to nonpartisan redistricting reform, and will continue to advocate for fair and representative legislative maps."

Sensenbrenner Opening Statement at Subcommittee Hearing on Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Sensenbrenner Opening Statement at Subcommittee Hearing on Innovation and Entrepreneurship

"Innovation and entrepreneurship are the hallmarks of the American economy.

Gov. Evers Encourages Wisconsinites to Take Preventative Steps Ahead of Expected Dangerous Heatwave