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Gov. Tony Evers yesterday concluded his annual statewide “Pothole Patrol” tour that included seven stops across Wisconsin to repair potholes and discuss the governor’s proposed biennial budget investments in local roads and highways.

Baldwin Helps Secure $2.6 Billion for Great Lakes and Coastal Resiliency Projects

Inflation Reduction Act investment will protect coastal communities, address climate change, and strengthen workforce development

Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address Kicking Off June as Dairy Month

Gov. Tony Evers today delivered the Democratic Radio Address as he kicks off June as Dairy Month in America’s Dairyland.

Attorney General Kaul Announces $102.5 Million Settlement With Suboxone Maker for Alleged Illegal Monopoly Tactics

Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul announced that 42 states, led by Wisconsin Department of Justice, have negotiated a nationwide $102.5 million settlement with the maker of Suboxone, Indivior Inc. Wisconsin will receive about $7.5 million from the settlement.

Baldwin Joins Senators in Effort to Hold Companies Accountable for Contracting with Packers Sanitation Services, Inc. Which Unlawfully Employed Migrant Child Labor

Since 2018, the U.S. Department of Labor has seen a 69 percent increase in companies illegally employing children

Sen. Johnson Introduces the Safe Routes Act of 2023

On Tuesday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) introduced the Safe Routes Act of 2023.

Baldwin Successfully Pushes VA to Reexamine & Pay Earned Benefits to 600 Veterans After Doctor Misdiagnosed Conditions

Doctor who misdiagnosed veterans was terminated from Tomah VA Baldwin has been advocating for new exams, proper compensation, and an investigation into doctor for 1.5 years

Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Barron County Circuit Court

Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for the Barron County Circuit Court – Branch 2.

Attorney General Kaul Announces $102.5 Million Settlement with Suboxone Maker for Alleged Illegal Monopoly Tactics

Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul announced that 42 states, led by Wisconsin Department of Justice, have negotiated a nationwide $102.5 million settlement with the maker of Suboxone, Indivior Inc. Wisconsin will receive about $7.5 million from the settlement.

Baldwin, Casey Introduce Legislation to Extend Tax Credits to Electric Motorcycles

Bill would help consumers buy electric motorcycles, support Made in Wisconsin products and manufacturers

Baldwin Successfully “Badgers the FCC” to Improve Broadband Map

By The Sconi Report | Jun 6, 2023

Improvements will help ensure Wisconsin receives its fair share of federal broadband grants

Baldwin Introduces New Bill to Delist Gray Wolves in Upper Midwest

By The Sconi Report | Jun 6, 2023

Legislation would delist the gray wolf in Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Michigan and create advisory committee comprised of impacted stakeholders to create final rule

Baldwin, Duckworth Reintroduce Bill to Ensure Real-Life Conditions Are Considered in Federal Aircraft Emergency Evacuation Standards

By The Sconi Report | Jun 5, 2023

On May 31, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) to reintroduce the Emergency Vacating of Aircraft Cabin (EVAC) Act to ensure the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) does more to prioritize passenger safety by appropriately considering carry-on baggage, people with disabilities, seniors and children in its emergency evacuation standards.

Gov. Evers Joins St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin, WisDOT to Unveil Dual-Language Highway Signs

By The Sconi Report | Jun 5, 2023

Gov. Tony Evers, together with the St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), today unveiled new dual-language signs for placement on state highways.

Attorney General Kaul Leads 17 States in Urging EPA to Finalize Proposed PFAS Drinking Water Standards

By The Sconi Report | Jun 3, 2023

Attorney General Josh Kaul today, as part of a 17-state coalition filed comments to the U.S. Environmental Protect Agency (EPA) supporting the agency’s proposal to set enforceable drinking water standards for six per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances—more commonly known as PFAS or “forever” chemicals.

Baldwin Urges Federal Highway Administration to Prioritize American Workers and Products

Baldwin wants FHWA to follow through on Buttigieg commitment, end the 40-year waiver that allows the agency to sidestep Buy America policies

Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address on Proposed Historic Investment in Fixing Wisconsin's Roads and Infrastructure

Gov. Tony Evers today delivered the Democratic Radio Address as he kicks off his annual Pothole Patrol tour to fix potholes across Wisconsin and highlight his plan to make historic investments in the state’s roads and infrastructure.

Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-staff in Honor of Navy Seaman Second Class David Joseph Riley Who Lost His Life in the Attack on Pearl Harbor

Gov. Tony Evers signed Executive Order #202 ordering the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on Sat., May 27, 2023, in honor of Navy Seaman Second Class David Joseph Riley, who lost his life in the attack on Pearl Harbor and whose remains have been identified and returned to Wisconsin for burial.

Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff for Memorial Day