U.S. Rep. Moore: Amendment to promote diversity in STEM careers passes house science, space, and technology committee

Today, the House Science, Space, and Technology adopted an amendment by Congresswoman Moore to a bill (H.R. 144) requiring the National Science Foundation’s (NSF) to create 2-year pilot program to support early career scientists impacted by COVID-19. Her amendment would call for a report assessing the effectiveness of this program including the gender, race, ethnicity and educational background of those who receive a fellowship funded by the program. In response, she released the following statement: “Marquette and other universities in the District and Wisconsin have told me how the pandemic has hurt their ability to conduct crucial research and disrupted

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Sen. Agard: Supports UnityPoint-Meriter nurses in their efforts for a fair contract

MADISON – This past month, nurses at UnityPoint Health-Meriter have been at the bargaining table with management, advocating for a fair contract that would create a more collaborative, safer, and respectful work environment that will improve the lives of nurses and patients. Meriter nurses voted on March 5th to authorize their bargaining committee to do what is necessary to win a fair contract, including authorizing them to issue a strike notice, if absolutely necessary. Today, Senator Agard (D-Madison) called on Unity Point-Meriter to settle a fair contract that meets the needs of nurses in our community. Senator Agard released the

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Wisconsin National Guard: Novice biathlon team competes at national competition

Wisconsin National Guard biathletes made great strides as many competed in their first Chief of the National Guard Bureau Biathlon Championships late last month at Camp Ripley, Minnesota. The competition represents a test of physical fitness, mental resilience, marksmanship and technical skills, all of which are critical attributes for any Soldier or Airmen charged with the National Guard’s critical mission of serving in the primary combat reserve of the Army and Air Force or as the state’s first military responder in times of emergency. “This year, we saw tremendous development, primarily because all but one of our athletes have never

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TUE PM Update: In Wisconsin, nearly 200,000 who qualified for previous relief checks not eligible for latest round

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — New language in the pandemic relief bill would likely mean about 195,000 fewer Wisconsin filers getting $1,400 relief checks, according to figures from the state Department of Revenue. Still, more than 3.2 million filers are in line for the stimulus money under the Senate version of the $1.9 trillion pandemic relief bill the Ho… 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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DNR: Walleye lakes of concern project targets four area lakes

WOODRUFF, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will host a public informational meeting to discuss a proposed walleye rehabilitation effort on Katherine and Clear Lakes in Oneida County and Laura and Anvil Lakes in Vilas County. Interested parties are invited to attend the meeting to ask questions and voice their opinion about walleye management on these four lakes of concern which, until recently, supported strong, naturally-reproducing walleye populations. Levels of natural walleye reproduction and recruitment have declined over time, with no simple answers explaining the cause. The DNR will host this virtual meeting via Zoom on Wednesday, March

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U.S. Rep. Pocan: Celebrates House vote on PRO Act

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Congressman Mark Pocan (WI-02) released the following statement ahead of the House of Representative’s vote on the Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act. “The Protecting the Right to Organize Act is the strongest investment in American workers in decades. For far too long, workers have been stripped of their voices, losing their power to organize for better wages and benefits. With the PRO Act, we fight back against corporations and anti-union special interests that have attacked and eroded the labor movement for decades. Building a fair economy for anyone requires strong labor rights for everyone. “This pandemic has proved

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AG Kaul, Columbia County DA Yaskal, DFS: To Highlight Need for Crime Lab Toxicology Positions, Technology to Address Evolving Drug Epidemic

Contact: [email protected] WHAT: Attorney General Josh Kaul, Columbia County District Attorney Brenda Yaskal and Division of Forensic Science Administrator Nicole Roehm to highlight the need for the authority to hire four additional toxicology positions and purchase new instrumentation to address the changing drug epidemic in Wisconsin. WHEN:       Wednesday, March 10 at 12:15pm. WHERE:     To view or participate in the press conference, press MUST be registered in advance. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Register at: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1272072694539520784 To ask questions, use the “Raise your Hand” feature or use the chat box to indicate you have a question. Conference

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WisDOT: WIS 73 resurfacing begins March 22 between Deerfield and Marshall

Contact: Steven Theisen, 608-884-1230, [email protected] Work is scheduled to start on Monday, March 22 to resurface WIS 73 between Deerfield and Marshall in Dane County. The exact limits of the project extend from North Street in Deerfield to School Street in Marshall. Other construction activities include guardrail replacement, curb ramp upgrades, removal of a cattle pass culvert, and updated pavement markings. WIS 73 will remain open to traffic with daily flagging operations. Motorists are advised to slow down, and be alert for crews and equipment. Weekly updates will be provided on the WIS 73 resurfacing project website at https://projects.511wi.gov/wis73-deerfield/. The $2.6

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DOA: Wisconsin Meets Diverse Spending Goal for First Time in Six Years 

Contact: DOA Communications: [email protected]   MADISON— Department of Administration (DOA) Secretary Joel Brennan announced today that for the first time in six years, Wisconsin exceeded its goal of spending 5 percent of state dollars with Minority-Owned Business Enterprises (MBEs). The announcement that the state spent 5.4% with MBE and Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses (DVB) is part of the larger Wisconsin Supplier Diversity Program (SDP) FY20 Annual report released today. “Contracting and working with diverse businesses is a key component of economic equity, job creation, and wealth creation in diverse communities,” said Secretary Brennan. “The Supplier Diversity Program is just one example of Governor Evers’ commitment to creating opportunity for all Wisconsinites.” “We are excited to have achieved significant growth in our MBE diverse spend in FY20,” said State of Wisconsin Supplier Diversity Program Director Tondra Davis.  “We are committed to continuing and

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WisDems: Chair Ben Wikler Lays Out The Stakes On Voting Rights & Democracy

Contact: DPW Communications ([email protected]) MADISON –  Voting rights are under attack by Republican politicians in Madison and across the country. From the Supreme Court to state legislatures and election boards, Republicans are pursuing a radical agenda aimed at restricting the right to vote and undermining our democracy. In a new op-ed from Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler, the stakes of this fight are laid bare: how the GOP broadsides against the Voting Rights Act and obstruction in Congress could leave Gov. Tony Evers as democracy’s last line of defense in Wisconsin. Read more from Chair Wikler on Crooked here, or

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AARP Wisconsin: Shawano Pathways trails project wins AARP Small Dollar, Big Impact grant

Contact: Jim Flaherty, Communications Director Office 608/ 286-6308 – Cell 608/ 698-0928, [email protected] SHAWANO – A proposal by Shawano Pathways to create two new walking trails in Shawano County has been selected to receive an AARP Wisconsin “Small Dollar, Big Impact” grant. One will be located along the Mountain Bay Trail, just west of Sturgeon Park, and the second will be located at Alpine Shores Park. Specifically, these areas will become G.R.A.C.E. (Grateful, Release, Acceptance, Challenge, and Embrace) Trails, which organizers say are trails meant to move people toward the life they were meant to live. These grants are being

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DNR: Walleye lakes of concern project targets four area lakes

WOODRUFF, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will host a public informational meeting to discuss a proposed walleye rehabilitation effort on Katherine and Clear Lakes in Oneida County and Laura and Anvil Lakes in Vilas County. Interested parties are invited to attend the meeting to ask questions and

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U.S. Rep. Pocan: Celebrates House vote on PRO Act

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Congressman Mark Pocan (WI-02) released the following statement ahead of the House of Representative’s vote on the Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act. “The Protecting the Right to Organize Act is the strongest investment in American workers in decades. For far too long, workers have been stripped of their

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AG Kaul, Columbia County DA Yaskal, DFS: To Highlight Need for Crime Lab Toxicology Positions, Technology to Address Evolving Drug Epidemic

Contact: [email protected] WHAT: Attorney General Josh Kaul, Columbia County District Attorney Brenda Yaskal and Division of Forensic Science Administrator Nicole Roehm to highlight the need for the authority to hire four additional toxicology positions and purchase new instrumentation to address the changing drug epidemic in Wisconsin. WHEN:       Wednesday, March 10 at 12:15pm. WHERE:

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DOA: Wisconsin Meets Diverse Spending Goal for First Time in Six Years 

Contact: DOA Communications: [email protected]   MADISON— Department of Administration (DOA) Secretary Joel Brennan announced today that for the first time in six years, Wisconsin exceeded its goal of spending 5 percent of state dollars with Minority-Owned Business Enterprises (MBEs). The announcement that the state spent 5.4% with MBE and Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses (DVB) is part of the larger Wisconsin Supplier Diversity Program (SDP) FY20 Annual report released today. “Contracting and working with

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