Gov. Evers: Announces additional tax relief for Wisconsin taxpayers

Contact: [email protected] or 608-219-7443 Sales and use taxes from out-of-state retailers and marketplace providers results in more than $250 million in tax relief targeted toward lower and middle-income taxpayers  MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced an estimated $256.4 million in tax relief for Wisconsin taxpayers as a result of the additional revenue collected by the Department of Revenue (DOR) from out-of-state retailers and marketplace providers for the twelve-month period ending Sept. 30, 2020. The amount is more than three times the $77.4 million in tax relief in 2019. Last year, Gov. Evers signed bipartisan legislation, 2019 Wisconsin Act 10, which ensured

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RNC buy targets Wisconsin seniors

The RNC announced it will spend $25 million in Wisconsin and four other states over the final two weeks of the election. Data from Advertising Analytics shows the party has committed $910,138 in Wisconsin between today and Nov. 3. But that comes as the Trump campaign cut more than $1.5 million that it had reserved in the state over the same period. The RNC buy will include ads that target seniors,… 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

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TUE PM Update: Harris praises Milwaukee Dems during early voting event; GOP sources say Trump campaigning in Milwaukee Saturday

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — Dem vice presidential candidate Kamala Harris called it “a great beginning” to have people in Milwaukee lined up at polling stations this morning to cast early voting ballots. Today marks the first day for early voting in the state. And the California senator in a virtual event geared towards the state’s largest city praised lo… 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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Republicans for the Rule of Law ad targets Johnson over COVID-19, Supreme Court

Republicans for the Rule of Law have announced an ad campaign targeting GOP U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson for pushing ahead with efforts to fill a vacancy on the U.S. Supreme Court while opposing a new COVID-19 relief bill. A group spokeswoman said it is spending more than $250,000 on TV in the Madison and Milwaukee markets on Fox News, MSNBC and CNN. The buy runs today through Sunday with a digital component as well. The group describes itself as “life-long Republicans dedicated to defending the institutions of our republic and upholding the rule of law.” It’s also targeting: U.S. Sens.

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WisDems: Statement on BLS numbers

(WISCONSIN) — Today, Democratic Party of Wisconsin spokesperson Philip Shulman released the following statement in response to the new BLS numbers: “The bottom line is that hardworking Wisconsin families are continuing to suffer because of Trump’s failed COVID-19 response. Now, when Wisconsinites need the most help, Trump has completely thrown in the towel in addressing the pandemic, and the Badger state is paying the price for his ineffective leadership. We deserve real leaders who are going to fight for us each and every day and take on the tough challenges — that’s clearly not Trump, and it’s why Wisconsinites are so

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Rep. Spreitzer: Encourages small business owners to apply for second phase of “We’re All In” grants

MADISON – Following the launch of the second phase of the “We’re All In” Grant program, Representative Mark Spreitzer (D-Beloit) released the following statement encouraging small business owners to apply for the grants: “Throughout the past few months, I have heard directly from small business owners about the financial difficulties they are facing as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. I have been working hard to help support small businesses in our district by connecting them with opportunities like this program. I am thankful that Governor Evers has announced this second round of grants, which will provide a $50 million investment

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U.S. Reps. Moore, Taylor: Introduce the Status of Child Marriages in the United States Act

Congresswoman Moore and Congressman Van Taylor introduced legislation that asks the Secretary of Health and Human Services to find information that will provide extensive data on child marriages. In response, she released the following statement: “Forced child marriages are occurring across the country. And too often, abuse and sexual violence is inflicted upon children under the veil of marriage. To address the information gap, my legislation would call for needed comprehensive data on child marriages in the U.S. to understand know which measures would keep children safe,” said Congresswoman Moore. “In 2017, I led an effort to reform Texas child marriage

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WisDems: Statement on Ivanka Trump’s visit

(WISCONSIN) — Ahead of Ivanka Trump’s visit to Wisconsin, Democratic Party of Wisconsin spokesperson Tommy Kubitschek released the following statement: “Ivanka Trump’s visit to Wisconsin is just another reminder of the four years of broken promises from the Trump administration. Whether Trump’s attacking people with pre-existing conditions or failing to deliver thousands of jobs through Foxconn, Wisconsinites are bearing the brunt of Trump’s failures, including his failure to stand up to China on trade and coronavirus. As early voting begins, Wisconsinites are sending a clear message: they are tired of the lies and chaos, and ready for a Biden-Harris administration that will

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U.S. Chamber: Endorses Scott Fitzgerald for Wisconsin’s Fifth Congressional District

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce announced its endorsement of Scott Fitzgerald (R) to represent Wisconsin’s Fifth Congressional District in this open-seat contest. The U.S. Chamber is proud to endorse Fitzgerald, in efforts to promote free enterprise and job-creating policies for businesses across all regions and sectors. “In difficult times, we are reminded of the importance of having leaders that understand the genius of the American system of government and free enterprise and who are willing to tackle the hard problems that confront our nation,” said U.S. Chamber CEO Thomas J. Donohue.  “As our nation faces many challenges and

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Mayor Rhodes-Conway, County Executive Parisi: Announce partnership to build permanent men’s shelter

Today Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway and Dane County Executive Joe Parisi announced that they have found a location for a permanent men’s shelter on the East Side of Madison. A new facility at 4111 E. Town Blvd. will provide a home for shelter services that have been forced to operate out of cramped quarters in downtown churches for the past 35 years. This site was selected after an extensive search by City real estate, which examined dozens of possible locations. “The need for purpose-built shelter in Madison has been talked about for years; it is time now for us to act.

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U.S. Chamber of Commerce: Endorses Sen. Fitzgerald for Wisconsin’s Fifth Congressional District

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce announced its endorsement of Scott Fitzgerald (R) to represent Wisconsin’s Fifth Congressional District in this open-seat contest. The U.S. Chamber is proud to endorse Fitzgerald, in efforts to promote free enterprise and job-creating policies for businesses across all regions and sectors. “In difficult times, we are reminded of the importance of having leaders that understand the genius of the American system of government and free enterprise and who are willing to tackle the hard problems that confront our nation,” said U.S. Chamber CEO Thomas J. Donohue.  “As our nation faces many challenges and

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Dept. of Workforce Development: Releases information on unemployment data

MADISON – The Department of Workforce Development (DWD) today released unemployment data from March 15 to October 17, 2020, revealing that 92.2% of the 7.43 million weekly Unemployment Insurance claims that have been filed since March 15, 2020, have been processed. Unemployment Insurance is a joint state-federal program that provides benefits to eligible workers. Each state administers a separate UI program with state-specific laws and rules, but states must also follow the same guidelines established by federal law. Any answer given on a claim raising a question regarding a person’s eligibility must be fully investigated before benefits may be paid; this is

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WMC: Urges Winnebago County Board to oppose unlawful COVID-19 ordinance

OSHKOSH – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce – the combined state chamber, manufacturers’ association and safety council – joined the Oshkosh Chamber of Commerce in sending a letter to the Winnebago County Board of Supervisors urging them not to adopt a draft ordinance that would increase the powers of the County Health Officer in an unlawful manner. The Winnebago County Board of Supervisors is considering a proposal that would grant the Winnebago County Health Officer the power to “issue orders for guarding against the introduction of any communicable disease into his or her jurisdiction, for the control and suppression of communicable diseases, for

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Trump campaign: New state jobs report shows a V-shaped recovery

Key Takeaways: The unemployment rate fell in 30 states last month according to new Labor Department data released Tuesday The unemployment rate has fallen in all 50 states since April 23 states’ unemployment rates are currently lower than their average unemployment rate when Joe Biden was Vice President 30 states added back jobs in September, with 20 states adding back 10,000 or more jobs 7 state… 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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Gallagher touts Marine service in latest ad

GOP U.S. Rep. Mike Gallagher’s fifth ad of the campaign cycle touts his Marine Corps service while featuring his wife and young daughter. In the spot, set to run on broadcast in the Green Bay market, Gallager’s wife Anne Horak says the Green Bay Republican “always had this higher calling of doing that greater good.” Gallagher goes on to detail the hardships brought on by the pandemic and his effor… 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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RNC buy targets Wisconsin seniors

The RNC announced it will spend $25 million in Wisconsin and four other states over the final two weeks of the election. Data from Advertising Analytics shows the party has committed $910,138 in Wisconsin between today and Nov. 3. But that comes as the Trump campaign cut more than $1.5

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WisDems: Statement on BLS numbers

(WISCONSIN) — Today, Democratic Party of Wisconsin spokesperson Philip Shulman released the following statement in response to the new BLS numbers: “The bottom line is that hardworking Wisconsin families are continuing to suffer because of Trump’s failed COVID-19 response. Now, when Wisconsinites need the most help, Trump has completely thrown in

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WisDems: Statement on Ivanka Trump’s visit

(WISCONSIN) — Ahead of Ivanka Trump’s visit to Wisconsin, Democratic Party of Wisconsin spokesperson Tommy Kubitschek released the following statement: “Ivanka Trump’s visit to Wisconsin is just another reminder of the four years of broken promises from the Trump administration. Whether Trump’s attacking people with pre-existing conditions or failing to deliver thousands

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Dept. of Workforce Development: Releases information on unemployment data

MADISON – The Department of Workforce Development (DWD) today released unemployment data from March 15 to October 17, 2020, revealing that 92.2% of the 7.43 million weekly Unemployment Insurance claims that have been filed since March 15, 2020, have been processed. Unemployment Insurance is a joint state-federal program that provides benefits to

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WMC: Urges Winnebago County Board to oppose unlawful COVID-19 ordinance

OSHKOSH – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce – the combined state chamber, manufacturers’ association and safety council – joined the Oshkosh Chamber of Commerce in sending a letter to the Winnebago County Board of Supervisors urging them not to adopt a draft ordinance that would increase the powers of the County Health Officer

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Trump campaign: New state jobs report shows a V-shaped recovery

Key Takeaways: The unemployment rate fell in 30 states last month according to new Labor Department data released Tuesday The unemployment rate has fallen in all 50 states since April 23 states’ unemployment rates are currently lower than their average unemployment rate when Joe Biden was Vice President 30 states added back jobs

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Gallagher touts Marine service in latest ad

GOP U.S. Rep. Mike Gallagher’s fifth ad of the campaign cycle touts his Marine Corps service while featuring his wife and young daughter. In the spot, set to run on broadcast in the Green Bay market, Gallager’s wife Anne Horak says the Green Bay Republican “always had this higher calling

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