WED PM Update: Craig becomes third GOP senator to oppose Kimberly-Clark package

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — State Sen. Dave Craig today became the third member of the GOP caucus to oppose the Kimberly-Clark incentive package if it came to the Senate floor. Craig’s announcement comes one day after Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald, R-Juneau, announced an extraordinary session after the election with a planned vote on the Senate floor o… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options. Username or E-mail Password * Remember Me     Forgot Password

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End Domestic Abuse Wisconsin: President Trump and GOP leadership mock and smear survivors, Wisconsin advocates appalled

CONTACT: Chase Tarrier, Public Policy Coordinator [email protected], 608.237.3985 Madison — On Tuesday of this week, President Trump once again demonstrated his lack of respect for survivors of sexual and domestic violence by mocking Dr. Christine Blasey Ford, one of several women to accuse Judge Brett Kavanaugh of sexual misconduct. His comments come on the heels of a contentious Senate Judiciary Committee hearing in which Dr. Ford was questioned about the assault she experienced. On the same day that President Trump mocked Dr. Ford at a campaign rally, Republicans on the Senate Judiciary Committee released a highly unusual and inappropriate memo that purports to describe

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8th Annual Wisconsin Summit on Financial Literacy

Contact: Bob Nenno, Communications Director, (608) 261-4504 MADISON – Registration is now open for the 8th Annual Wisconsin Summit on Financial Literacy to be held Friday, Oct. 19, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay. The conference is geared toward supporting K-12 teachers, community outreach educators, and workplace professionals who have an interest in enhancing financial and economic literacy in their communities. The summit will give attendees the opportunity to access expert knowledge, free resources, and agencies willing to support participants to reach their goals. Among those presenting will be college professors with expertise in personal financial and economics education, fellow K-12

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U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Senate passes bipartisan opioid crisis response legislation, President Trump will sign Senator Baldwin’s reforms into law

Contact: [email protected]; 202-224-6225 Prevent the flow of illegal fentanyl, opioids, and meth from other countries. Stronger support for local prevention, treatment and recovery efforts. More resources for growing meth problem in Wisconsin WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Senate passed the final version of bipartisan opioid crisis response legislation (H.R.6) that includes a number of reforms championed by U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin. The Opioid Crisis Response Act of 2018 will: reduce use and supply; encourage recovery; support caregivers and families; and drive innovation and long-term solutions. The legislation now heads to President Trump for his signature. As a member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP)

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Washington County Exec: Lowers tax rate again, lowers deficit and invests in priorities

2019 Recommended Budget Now Available County lowers tax rate again, lowers deficit and invests in priorities West Bend, WI – This week, Washington County administration released its 2019 recommended budget for consideration by the County Executive Committee on October 16th at 6:00 p.m.  The meeting includes a public hearing on the budget for members of the community. The recommended budget reduces the tax rate for the fifth consecutive year despite the proposed $211,790 tax levy increase.  The County’s property tax rate will decline from $2.4901 per $1,000 in 2018 to $2.390 per $1,000 in 2019 – the lowest County tax rate

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U.S. Rep. Moore: Introduces legislation aimed at lifting mothers and children out of poverty

This week, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-4) introduced the RISE Out of Poverty Act, her signature legislation to overhaul our nation’s only cash assistance program for mothers and children. In 1996, Congress replaced Aid to Families with Dependent Children (AFDC) with Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) – a program that eliminated entitlements, imposed work requirements, and limited education and training. These barriers severely restricted the reach of cash assistance. Today, TANF continues to fail struggling families who are unable to meet basic needs. “I’ll never forget spring of 1996 when Governor Tommy Thompson decided to end welfare as we know it,” said Congresswoman Moore.

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Sen. Craig: Statement on Kimberly–Clark legislation

Contact: State Senator David Craig, (608) 266-5400 Madison, WI — Today, State Senator David Craig (R-Town of Vernon) released the following statement relating to the Kimberly-Clark tax incentive package (Assembly Bill 963): “The Foxconn incentive package was an outlier in both scope and future opportunity for our state. A clear, bright line should be drawn between the extraordinary, statewide impacts of Foxconn and future economic development policy. “If brought to a vote, I would not support the proposed Kimberly-Clark tax incentive legislation. I will continue to advocate for an economic development posture that lessens government intervention in the private sector. By

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UW-Madison researcher getting $2.2 million NIH award

A UW-Madison researcher is getting $2.2 million from the National Institutes of Health, supporting his efforts to understand how protein dysfunction can lead to cancer and other diseases.   Srivatsan Raman is an assistant professor of biochemistry who also works with the university’s department of bacteriology and the Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center.   This NIH funding is through the Director’s New Innovation Award, which funds “high-risk, high-reward” projects from early stage researchers in the field of biomedical science.   Raman’s research focuses on protein allostery, a process of internal communication across individual proteins. When certain molecules interact with certain

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Gov. Walker: Participates in groundbreaking ceremony for Klement’s Sausage Company’s $7.5 million expansion

Contact: Amy Hasenberg, (608) 266-2839     MILWAUKEE – Governor Scott Walker today participated in the groundbreaking ceremony for Klement’s Sausage Company who is expanding their flagship facility in Milwaukee as a result of increased demand. The company will invest at least $7.5 million into the expansion.“Wisconsin is a top ten state for manufacturing jobs since we took office, and it’s because great, long-time Wisconsin employers like Klement’s are committed to growing here in our state,” Governor Walker said. “This expansion is outstanding news, and we look forward to Klement’s continued investment in Wisconsin.” Klement’s has called Milwaukee home since its

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Steil campaign: Launches new ad highlighting his Wisconsin roots

Media Contact: Andrew Iverson, Communications Director JANESVILLE, Wis. – First Congressional District candidate Bryan Steil released his third TV ad of the general election on Wednesday. The ad touts Steil’s roots in Southeast Wisconsin and Bryan’s focus on creating high wage jobs. “My campaign is about fighting for our communities in Southeast Wisconsin,” said Bryan Steil. “In Congress, I will stand up for American workers and always put Wisconsin families first.” You can watch the ad, titled “Home,” here. The ad’s transcript is below: Bryan Steil: I’m Bryan Steil. I was born and raised in Southeast Wisconsin. It’s my home. I approve this message

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WisDems: Despite touting opioid task force work, Vukmir blew off meetings

Contact: Brad Bainum, [email protected] Vukmir didn’t show up for 7 of 10 meetings of the Governor’s Opioid Task Force MADISON — On the campaign trail, Republican U.S. Senate candidate Leah Vukmir has proudly touted her position on Gov. Scott Walker’s Opioid Task Force and claimed credit for its work, but a review of Vukmir’s Task Force attendance records “found Vukmir attended only three of 10 m… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options.

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Steil promises in new TV ad to ‘put you and your family first’

1st CD GOP candidate Bryan Steil says in his latest TV ad viewers can “count on me to always put you and your family first.” The ad, Steil’s third of the campaign, will run on Milwaukee broadcast TV, Madison and Milwaukee cable, and digital and social media platforms. The campaign said it is putting six figures behind the buy. Steil opens the ad by introducing himself as someone born and raised in… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options.

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Dept. of Health Services: Another Wisconsin County added to the list with confirmed cases of severe bleeding linked to synthetic cannabinoids

CONTACT: Jennifer Miller, 608-266-1683 Elizabeth Goodsitt, 608-266-1683 The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) announced today that Racine County now has a confirmed case of severe bleeding linked to synthetic cannabinoids tainted with rat poison. There are now 67 confirmed cases in Wisconsin and 16 probable cases. Other counties with confirmed cases are Dane, Fond du Lac, Milwaukee, Outagamie, and Rock. These cases have ranged in age from 16 to over 60 years old. To date, there has been one death in Wisconsin associated with this outbreak. People who have used synthetic cannabinoids and experience unexplained bleeding, such as a nosebleed, bleeding

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U.S. Rep. Kind: Introduces bipartisan bill to assist servicemembers and families transitioning to civilian life

Contact: Aaron White Phone: 202-225-5506 [email protected] La Crosse – Today, U.S. Rep. Ron Kind introduced the bipartisan Improving Preparation and Resources for Occupational, Vocational, and Educational(IMPROVE) Transition for Servicemembers Act with Reps. Jacky Rosen (D-NV) and Walter Jones (R-NC). Senators Mike Crapo (R-ID) and Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) have introduced a companion bill in the Senate. “The transition from military life back into the civilian world is understandably challenging for many Servicemembers and military families. We need to do everything we can to ease this transition, and ensure every agency that helps in this process is working together seamlessly,” said Rep. Ron Kind. “I am proud to introduce

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A Better Mount Pleasant: Grassroots organization announces effort to recruit candidates to “run next” for village board

Contact: Kelly Gallaher 414/350-6858 [email protected] MT. PLEASANT, WI OCTOBER 3, 2018 – Local grassroots organization, A Better Mt. Pleasant, announces “Run NEXT for Mount Pleasant” a community wide effort to recruit and encourage candidates to run for local office in April, 2019. “As our community changes, so should our representatives at village hall,” says Kelly Gallaher, spokesperson for the group. “The residents of Mt. Pleasant deserve leaders willing to be accountable to the people as their first priority. We want to encourage new, exceptional trustee candidates to step forward and lead our village.” A Better Mt. Pleasant will hold a

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End Domestic Abuse Wisconsin: President Trump and GOP leadership mock and smear survivors, Wisconsin advocates appalled

CONTACT: Chase Tarrier, Public Policy Coordinator [email protected], 608.237.3985 Madison — On Tuesday of this week, President Trump once again demonstrated his lack of respect for survivors of sexual and domestic violence by mocking Dr. Christine Blasey Ford, one of several women to accuse Judge Brett Kavanaugh of sexual misconduct. His comments come on the

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8th Annual Wisconsin Summit on Financial Literacy

Contact: Bob Nenno, Communications Director, (608) 261-4504 MADISON – Registration is now open for the 8th Annual Wisconsin Summit on Financial Literacy to be held Friday, Oct. 19, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay. The conference is geared toward supporting K-12 teachers, community outreach educators, and workplace professionals who have an

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U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Senate passes bipartisan opioid crisis response legislation, President Trump will sign Senator Baldwin’s reforms into law

Contact: [email protected]; 202-224-6225 Prevent the flow of illegal fentanyl, opioids, and meth from other countries. Stronger support for local prevention, treatment and recovery efforts. More resources for growing meth problem in Wisconsin WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Senate passed the final version of bipartisan opioid crisis response legislation (H.R.6) that includes a number of reforms

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Sen. Craig: Statement on Kimberly–Clark legislation

Contact: State Senator David Craig, (608) 266-5400 Madison, WI — Today, State Senator David Craig (R-Town of Vernon) released the following statement relating to the Kimberly-Clark tax incentive package (Assembly Bill 963): “The Foxconn incentive package was an outlier in both scope and future opportunity for our state. A clear, bright

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UW-Madison researcher getting $2.2 million NIH award

A UW-Madison researcher is getting $2.2 million from the National Institutes of Health, supporting his efforts to understand how protein dysfunction can lead to cancer and other diseases.   Srivatsan Raman is an assistant professor of biochemistry who also works with the university’s department of bacteriology and the Great Lakes

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Steil campaign: Launches new ad highlighting his Wisconsin roots

Media Contact: Andrew Iverson, Communications Director JANESVILLE, Wis. – First Congressional District candidate Bryan Steil released his third TV ad of the general election on Wednesday. The ad touts Steil’s roots in Southeast Wisconsin and Bryan’s focus on creating high wage jobs. “My campaign is about fighting for our communities in Southeast

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Dept. of Health Services: Another Wisconsin County added to the list with confirmed cases of severe bleeding linked to synthetic cannabinoids

CONTACT: Jennifer Miller, 608-266-1683 Elizabeth Goodsitt, 608-266-1683 The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) announced today that Racine County now has a confirmed case of severe bleeding linked to synthetic cannabinoids tainted with rat poison. There are now 67 confirmed cases in Wisconsin and 16 probable cases. Other counties with confirmed cases

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U.S. Rep. Kind: Introduces bipartisan bill to assist servicemembers and families transitioning to civilian life

Contact: Aaron White Phone: 202-225-5506 [email protected] La Crosse – Today, U.S. Rep. Ron Kind introduced the bipartisan Improving Preparation and Resources for Occupational, Vocational, and Educational(IMPROVE) Transition for Servicemembers Act with Reps. Jacky Rosen (D-NV) and Walter Jones (R-NC). Senators Mike Crapo (R-ID) and Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) have introduced a companion bill in the Senate. “The

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A Better Mount Pleasant: Grassroots organization announces effort to recruit candidates to “run next” for village board

Contact: Kelly Gallaher 414/350-6858 [email protected] MT. PLEASANT, WI OCTOBER 3, 2018 – Local grassroots organization, A Better Mt. Pleasant, announces “Run NEXT for Mount Pleasant” a community wide effort to recruit and encourage candidates to run for local office in April, 2019. “As our community changes, so should our representatives

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