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News from February 2024

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Gov. Evers Appoints John Remington to the Milwaukee County Circuit Court

By The Sconi Report | Feb 17, 2024

Gov. Tony Evers announced today his appointment of John Remington to the Milwaukee County Circuit Court – Branch 6.

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Wisconsin ranked 39th in average VA home loan amount in Q4 2023

By The Sconi | Feb 17, 2024

With $296,478 in home loans issued, Wisconsin ranked 39th in average loan amount for VA home loans in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2023, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Forest County District Attorney

By The Sconi Report | Feb 16, 2024

Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for Forest County District Attorney.

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VA Purchase Loans in Wisconsin average $310,258 for Q4 2023

By The Sconi | Feb 15, 2024

The average VA Purchase Loan amount for Wisconsin in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2023 was $310,258, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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VA provides 23.6% fewer purchase loans in Wisconsin for 2023 vs. 2022

By The Sconi | Feb 15, 2024

The number of VA purchase loans in Wisconsin for 2023 was 3,105 and totaled $915.3 million, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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VA issues fewer Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Wisconsin in 2023 vs. 2022

By The Sconi | Feb 15, 2024

The VA issued 4,170 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Wisconsin during the 2023 fiscal year, totaling $1.2 billion, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Wisconsin ranked 31st among U.S. states in total VA home loans during 2023

By The Sconi | Feb 15, 2024

Wisconsin ranked 31st in VA home loans in 2023 with 4,170 loans issued, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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As inflation ticks up, Wisconsin voters list it as top concern

By The Sconi | Feb 15, 2024

The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) has recently released data showing a rise in inflation in January, a trend that is evident across various expenditure categories such as food and shelter. This information corroborates the primary concerns of Wisconsin voters, as revealed by a December survey conducted on behalf of the League of American Workers (LAW). The survey indicates that the economy and inflation are among their top concerns.

Wisconsin sees a rise in new home construction permits in 2023

By The Sconi | Feb 14, 2024

The Wisconsin Builders Association (WBA) has reported a 3% increase in new home construction for the year 2023 compared to the previous year. According to data from municipalities across the state, 11,657 new home permits were issued between January 1 and December 31, which is approximately 300 more than in 2022. The fourth quarter alone saw a notable rise with 2,608 permits pulled, marking a 22% increase from the third quarter.

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Gov. Evers Files Response to Expert Report Submitted to Wisconsin Supreme Court in Redistricting Lawsuit Last Week

By The Sconi Report | Feb 13, 2024

Gov. Tony Evers today filed a response to the expert report submitted to the Wisconsin Supreme Court last week in ongoing redistricting litigation regarding Wisconsin’s legislative districts.

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Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address on his Interagency Council on Mental Health Announcement

By The Sconi Report | Feb 12, 2024

Gov. Tony Evers today delivered the Democratic Radio Address on his administration’s efforts to bolster mental health supports statewide and the creation of the Governor’s Interagency Council on Mental Health, as announced in his 2024 State of the State address.

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Gov. Evers, WisDOT Approve $10 Million in Grants to Eight Projects Promoting Harbor Maintenance

By The Sconi Report | Feb 10, 2024

Harbor grants support economies along Mississippi River and Great Lakes

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Gov. Evers, WisDOT Celebrate $8 Million Federal Grant to Help Support Trucking Industry

By The Sconi Report | Feb 9, 2024

Gov. Tony Evers today celebrated an $8 million federal grant awarded to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) to reconstruct a safety rest area near Sparta.

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Wisconsin Builders Association honors top contributors at annual event

By The Sconi | Feb 8, 2024

Members of the Wisconsin Builders Association (WBA) convened at the Renaissance Milwaukee West Hotel in Wauwatosa to present several awards, including the Builder of the Year Award. The event also saw the installation of their 2024 leadership team, headed by Jim Doering from Zilber Ltd./Homes by Towne.

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WILL legal counsel: ‘Procedurally improper and legally wrong’ to alter Wisconsin's Congressional districts

By The Sconi | Feb 7, 2024

Lucas Vebber, the deputy counsel for the Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty (WILL), has stated that it would be "improper" and "legally wrong" to modify Wisconsin's Congressional districts just a few months prior to the 2024 elections. Citing Wisconsin law, WILL, in conjunction with the Wisconsin Legislature, has submitted a joint request calling for Justice Janet Protasiewicz's recusal. This request is based on Protasiewicz's assertion during her campaign that the state's districts were "rigged" in favor of Republicans.

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Gov. Evers, Members of Evers Administration Meet with Eau Claire Leaders to Support Regional Healthcare Workforce Following HSHS and Prevea Closures

By The Sconi Report | Feb 7, 2024

Gov. Tony Evers today, together with Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD) Secretary Amy Pechacek, Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) Deputy Secretary Deb Standridge, Wisconsin Office of the Commissioner of Insurance (OCI) Commissioner Nathan Houdek, and other agency officials and staff, joined local leaders in Eau Claire to provide updates on the Evers Administration’s rapid response and other efforts to support local workers and community members affected by the recent announcement of HSHS and Prevea Health’s decision to close several locations across Western Wisconsin.

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Gov. Evers Signs Bills Releasing Long-Awaited Pay Raises for UW System Employees

By The Sconi Report | Feb 6, 2024

Bills release raises for UW System building trades employees after Republicans unconstitutionally obstructed already-approved wage increases for most other UW employees

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UW Oshkosh restricts leadership course to minority students

By The Sconi | Feb 6, 2024

The University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh has extended an invitation to its students for a one-day leadership program, with the caveat that it is exclusively for queer, non-white students.

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UW-Madison: No discipline of pro-HAMAS students advocating elimination of Israel

By The Sconi | Feb 6, 2024

University of Wisconsin-Madison has not punished students who staged an October pro-HAMAS rally at the school, advocating for the elimination of Israel.

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Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address on Keeping His Promise to Continue Fighting for Fair Maps, Vetoing GOP Legislative Maps

By The Sconi Report | Feb 6, 2024

Gov. Tony Evers today delivered the Democratic Radio Address about keeping his promise to continue fighting for fair maps after vetoing Republicans’ most recent last-ditch effort to prevent fair maps in Wisconsin.