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News from February 2025

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Julie Lassa appointed administrator at Wisconsin's DATCP

By The Sconi | Feb 11, 2025

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has announced the appointment of Julie Lassa as the new Administrator of the Division of Agricultural Development.

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Wisconsin seeks nominations for Ginseng Board seats; election set for May

By The Sconi | Feb 11, 2025

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is currently accepting nominations for two seats on the Ginseng Board of Wisconsin.

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NerdWallet Editor: Opponents of credit card regulations opposed by WI bankers say regs could ‘torpedo’ credit card rewards

By The Sconi News Service | Feb 10, 2025

The managing editor of a financial services website wrote that opponents of credit card regulations proposed in Congress said the regulations could “torpedo” credit card rewards programs.

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Wisconsin DMV outlines steps to obtain voting IDs

By The Sconi | Feb 10, 2025

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation's Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has outlined the process for obtaining an ID for voting purposes.

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Wisconsin Corn Promotion Board announces new members following 2024 elections

By The Sconi | Feb 10, 2025

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has certified the 2024 election results for the Wisconsin Corn Promotion Board (WCPB).

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Wisconsin DOJ releases updated school safety framework

By The Sconi | Feb 10, 2025

The Wisconsin Department of Justice Office of School Safety has released the second edition of its Comprehensive School Safety Framework.

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Wisconsin seeks nominations for potato industry board election

By The Sconi | Feb 10, 2025

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has announced a call for nominations for the Wisconsin Potato Industry Board.

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Coalition sues Trump Administration over NIH funding cuts

By The Sconi | Feb 10, 2025

Gov. Tony Evers and Attorney General Josh Kaul, along with representatives from 21 other states, have initiated legal action against the Trump Administration, the Department of Health and Human Services, and the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

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Attorney General Kaul appoints new communications director

By The Sconi | Feb 10, 2025

Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul has announced the appointment of Riley Vetterkind as the new Communications Director for the Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ). “We’re excited to welcome Riley to lead DOJ’s communication efforts,” said...

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Rep. Gwen Moore discusses media appearance and criticizes political actions

By The Sconi | Feb 8, 2025

On February 8, 2025, Rep. Gwen Moore made headlines with her active engagement on social media regarding her participation in an MSNBC program and voicing strong criticisms against Elon Musk and Donald Trump for alleged political maneuvers.

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Rep. Gwen Moore criticizes treatment by Musk-Trump administration

By The Sconi | Feb 8, 2025

In recent tweets, Rep. Gwen Moore expressed frustration over perceived disrespect towards congressional members by security measures and voiced opposition against policies advocated by the Musk-Trump administration.

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States sue Trump administration over data access given to Elon Musk

By The Sconi | Feb 7, 2025

Gov. Tony Evers and Attorney General Josh Kaul of Wisconsin have announced the state's participation in a lawsuit involving 19 states against the Trump administration.

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Senators unveil FY 2025 budget focusing on border security and military

By The Sconi | Feb 7, 2025

U.S. Senator Ron Johnson from Wisconsin has joined forces with Senator Lindsey Graham, the Chairman of the Senate Budget Committee, to introduce the fiscal year 2025 budget resolution.

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Family nurse practitioner joins Aspirus Eagle River Clinic

By The Sconi | Feb 7, 2025

Aspirus Eagle River Clinic has announced the addition of Family Nurse Practitioner Dilya St Louis to its family medicine team.

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Coalition challenges Trump administration over frozen federal funding

By The Sconi | Feb 7, 2025

Attorney General Josh Kaul, along with a coalition of 23 attorneys general, has filed motions in the ongoing lawsuit NY v. Trump.

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Rep Gwen Moore voices concerns over government oversight and access

By The Sconi | Feb 7, 2025

In a series of tweets posted on February 6-7, 2025, U.S. Congresswoman Gwen Moore raised concerns about governmental oversight concerning Elon Musk's activities and highlighted difficulties in accessing federal departments for congressional duties

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Wisconsin's cover crop insurance program sees increased demand

By The Sconi | Feb 7, 2025

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Risk Management Agency (RMA), has recently concluded the third application cycle for its Crop Insurance...

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Senator Johnson announces mobile office hours across Wisconsin

By The Sconi | Feb 7, 2025

U.S. Senator Ron Johnson from Wisconsin has announced that his staff will hold mobile office hours in various locations.

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Wisconsin Supreme Court upholds Meagan Wolfe's role in election commission

By The Sconi | Feb 7, 2025

Attorney General Josh Kaul responded to a unanimous decision by the Wisconsin Supreme Court regarding Meagan Wolfe's role as the Wisconsin Elections Commission Administrator.

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Multistate coalition supports EPA's new rule on reducing lead in drinking water

By The Sconi | Feb 7, 2025

Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul has aligned with a multistate coalition to serve as amici curiae in support of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI).