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Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov  MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today took action on several bills. The bills signed by the governor today include expanding healthcare provider costs that are eligible for reimbursement under the sexual assault forensic examination compensation program, extending current protections for peace officers to correctional officers, and extending

Hey there, folks! Governor Tony Evers here. Whether it’s kids in the classroom, families at home, or our farmers and agricultural industries, Wisconsinites’ health and well-being depend on access to clean, safe water. Folks should be able to trust that the water

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue a permit for the incidental taking of a rare lizard, which may result from the Central Wisconsin: Segments 20, 21, C21, C22 & Portage-Columbia 138kV Reconductor Projects in Columbia County.

On April 6, 2026, two bills to address PFAs contamination were signed into law by Governor Tony Evers. Wisconsin Farmers Union (WFU) applauds the Governor and State Legislature for their work to address per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAs) contamination in

Five years. Thousands of UWM community members. Millions of dollars and countless possibilities. That’s the story of 414 for UWM Giving Days. On April 13 and 14, Panthers supporters around the world will unite to pave the path of possibilities

Wisconsin Right to Life is pleased to announce the appointment of Sam Marshall as its new Director of Advocacy, Policy & Political Affairs. Marshall brings hands-on legislative experience and a deep commitment to pro-life policy.  Marshall earned a Bachelor of Arts

Overview Wisconsin voters sent a clear message in this year’s Supreme Court race when they elected Judge Chris Taylor by a commanding 20-point margin. Voters showed a strong preference for consensus-builders who will protect freedoms and oppose — not enable

Madison – Today, Representative Joy Goeben (R – Hobart) shared the following statement in response to Governor Evers’ veto of Assembly Bill 502: “I am deeply disappointed by the Governor’s veto of AB 502, a bill that represented years of negotiation and a

MADISON, Wis. — Democratic gubernatorial frontrunner Francesca Hong is attracting support from progressive leaders across the nation, underscoring the importance of Wisconsin’s 2026 governor’s race and the growing enthusiasm surrounding her campaign to create permanent affordability for working families. This

Milwaukee, WI — On Thursday, Jim Steineke, Chairman of the Wisconsin chapter of RightCount, released the following statement after Governor Tony Evers signed the Electoral Count Reform Act legislation into law. “Wisconsin took another important step to ensure the safety and

Random Lake, WI — Lifelong Kewaskum-area resident Bradley Petersen announced today that he is running for the Wisconsin State Assembly in the 59th Assembly District. He is running to be a strong conservative voice who will defend faith, family, freedom, and

Potosi, WI – John Rindy has formally announced his candidacy for the Wisconsin State Assembly, representing the 49th District. “I’m running to listen to the concerns of my neighbors, ensure legislative transparency, and protect the interests of everyone in our district,”

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and her colleagues Senators Cory Booker (D-NJ), Tim Kaine (D-VA), Chris Murphy (D-CT), Adam Schiff (D-CA), and Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) announced that they will force the Senate to vote again to end the