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Wisconsin DHS submits $36M opioid fund allocation plan

By The Sconi | Apr 3, 2024

On April 1, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) submitted its plan for the annual share of $750 million in opioid settlement funds to the Legislature’s Joint Committee on Finance (JFC). As a result of settlements reached by the Wisconsin Department of Justice, Wisconsin will receive $36 million this year aimed at preventing opioid use disorder and enhancing efforts for harm reduction, treatment, and recovery.

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Wisconsin's combined tax revenues down 29.2% from Q4 to Q1 2024

By The Sconi | Apr 2, 2024

Wisconsin collected $5.2 billion in combined tax revenues during the first quarter of 2024.

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Wisconsin: Drugs companies were the second most FDA inspected companies in Wisconsin in March

By The Sconi | Apr 2, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted two inspections at two Drugs companies from Wisconsin in March.

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WILL Releases Statement on April 2nd Election Results

By The Sconi | Apr 2, 2024

The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) has issued a statement following the successful passing of Statewide Referendum Questions 1 & 2 in the April 2nd Spring Election. These amendments have now been added to the Wisconsin Constitution after receiving the approval of the voters. WILL had actively supported these amendments during the Spring 2024 election and the 2023-24 Legislative Session.The amendments were a response to the significant influence of private funds, known as “Zuckerbucks,” that entered Wisconsin's 2020 election. These funds, provided by Meta CEO...

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Wisconsin inflation under national average as of March 2024

By The Sconi | Apr 1, 2024

As of March 2024, Wisconsin experienced an 18.8% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 19.4% increase.

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Which type of Wisconsin companies were inspected the most by FDA in March?

By The Sconi | Apr 1, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted four inspections at four Food and Cosmetics companies from Wisconsin in March.

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Q1 2024: Wisconsin's combined tax revenues down 29.3% since Q4 2023

By The Sconi | Apr 1, 2024

Wisconsin collected $5.2 billion in total tax revenues during the first quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

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Investigation Underway in Officer-Involved Death in Rock County, Wisconsin

By The Sconi | Apr 1, 2024

The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is looking into an officer-involved death that took place in Beloit, Wisconsin on Saturday, March 16, 2024.During the incident, Sergeant Lewis, a law enforcement officer with 15 years of service, fired his weapon, striking the suspect, Ray Castro, who was later pronounced deceased at a local hospital. Sergeant Lewis is currently on administrative leave as part of the department's policy.Multiple agencies are involved in the investigation, including the Rock County Medical Examiner’s...

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Average VA home loan amount in Alabama for Q1 totals $279,590

By The Sconi | Mar 31, 2024

The average VA home loan amount in Wisconsin during the first quarter of the fiscal year 2024 was $279,590, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Wisconsin collects $49 million in property tax revenue in Q4

By The Sconi | Mar 30, 2024

Wisconsin collected $49 million in property taxes during the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

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Wisconsin collects $357 million in license tax revenue in Q4

By The Sconi | Mar 30, 2024

Wisconsin collected $357 million in license taxes during the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

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Attorney General Kaul Joins a Coalition Taking Action Against Idaho’s Draconian Abortion Ban

By The Sconi | Mar 29, 2024

Attorney General Josh Kaul and Gov. Tony Evers have joined a coalition of 24 attorneys general in supporting the Biden administration's challenge to Idaho's near-total ban on abortion. In an amicus brief filed in United States of America v. Idaho, the coalition backed the U.S. government's argument that the ban conflicts with the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA). Attorney General Kaul pointed out that the ban not only endangers the lives and health of pregnant individuals in Idaho but also has serious repercussions on the health systems of other states. He...

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Wisconsin Taxpayers Face Influx of School Referendum Requests

By The Sconi | Mar 29, 2024

Wisconsin taxpayers are facing a deluge of school referendum requests as 85 school districts in the state seek tax hikes. Among them, Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) stands out with the largest request. The districts are collectively seeking billions of dollars in increased revenue or borrowing.MPS is leading the charge by asking for an eventual, permanent increase to its revenue limit of $252 million annually. This request is part of a larger trend where districts are seeking permission from voters for various financial needs, such as borrowing money for capital projects...

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Wisconsin expands emergency detention under new Act 249

By The Sconi | Mar 29, 2024

The Department of Health Services Deputy Secretary Deb Standridge issued a statement regarding Wisconsin Act 249, which aims to expand emergency detention and urgent crisis care facilities. The act is designed to enhance access to mental health services across the state.

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Wisconsin’s combined tax revenues up 3% in Q4 compared to same quarter of the previous year

By The Sconi | Mar 29, 2024

Wisconsin collected $7.3 billion in combined tax revenues, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

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Wisconsin’s property tax revenues up 2.1% in Q4 compared to same quarter of the previous year

By The Sconi | Mar 28, 2024

Wisconsin collected $49 million in property tax revenues, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

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Wisconsin’s sales and gross receipts tax revenue up 113% in Q4 compared to previous quarter

By The Sconi | Mar 27, 2024

Wisconsin collected $2.8 billion in sales and gross receipts taxes, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

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Wisconsin Builders Association supports new legislation aiding housing industry

By The Sconi | Mar 27, 2024

The Wisconsin Builders Association (WBA) has expressed approval following the signing of three legislative bills by Governor Evers. These new laws are expected to positively impact the home building industry and residents in Wisconsin.

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Department of Justice Office of School Safety (OSS) Funding Bill Signed into Law

By The Sconi | Mar 27, 2024

MADISON, Wis. – Today, Governor Tony Evers signed Assembly Bill 1050 into law, ensuring continued support for the Department of Justice Office of School Safety (OSS) in Wisconsin through September 2025.Attorney General Kaul praised the OSS's approach, stating, "The Office of School Safety’s proactive and collaborative approach is helping keep kids safe when they’re at school."Governor Evers expressed satisfaction with the bipartisan effort, saying, "I’m glad that we were able to reach a bipartisan consensus to fund these additional positions so the Office of School...

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UPDATE: Officer Involved Death Investigation in Janesville, Wis.

By The Sconi | Mar 26, 2024

The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is currently looking into an officer-involved death incident that took place in Janesville, Wisconsin on the evening of March 1, 2024.According to the report, the Janesville Police Department responded to a 911 call concerning an armed individual in the 1200 block of N. Parker Street. Officers encountered Andrew Zigler, 52 years old, who refused to exit the residence. Sergeant Jimmy Holford III, a veteran with over 16 years of law enforcement experience, discharged his weapon at Zigler,...