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VICTORY: State Bar Abandons DEI Program After WILL Lawsuit

By The Sconi | Apr 4, 2024

The Wisconsin State Bar has agreed to abandon its discriminatory Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) program following a lawsuit brought by the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL). The settlement reached between the State Bar and WILL has resulted in significant changes to the DEI program, ensuring that all law students have equal opportunities to participate based on merit rather than race.WILL Associate Counsel, Skylar Croy, expressed, “Defeating unconstitutional DEI programs has become WILL’s area of expertise, and we are not stopping here. While we are...

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UW Tenure Hysteria Deemed Unwarranted by Recent Analysis

By The Sconi | Apr 4, 2024

The number of tenured faculty in the University of Wisconsin System has fallen roughly in line with the decrease in student enrollment since 2015. This decline was sparked by a legislative decision to remove tenure guarantees from state statute, leading to backlash from professors who described the move as "destructive" and "remarkably chilling," akin to "a death in the family."According to the Legislative Fiscal Bureau, the number of tenured professors in the UW System decreased by approximately 8% between the 2016-17 and 2021-22 school years, correlating with a 9% drop...

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Will government’s heavy hand make business “Go Galt”?

By The Sconi | Apr 4, 2024

In a world where government intervention in business operations is becoming more prominent, concerns are growing about the impact of these policies on entrepreneurship and innovation. The resurgence of industrial policy, championed as part of Bidenomics, has sparked debates about the role of government in shaping economic activities.The sentiment that government involvement is pervasive in development projects is echoed by critics. As one observation points out, "Sometimes it seems that no major development project occurs in Wisconsin without the visible hand of...

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FDA conducted second highest number of inspections on Veterinary companies in Wisconsin during March

By The Sconi | Apr 3, 2024

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

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Tax Revenue Analysis: Wisconsin collects $1.9 billion in sales and gross receipt tax during Q3 2023

By The Sconi | Apr 3, 2024

Wisconsin collected $1.9 billion in tax and gross receipts, a 48.5% decrease from the second quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Census Bureau

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Badger Institute's Impactful Work Praised by Mike Nichols

By The Sconi | Apr 3, 2024

The Badger Institute’s policy work, journalism, and advocacy have been commended for their role in bringing about significant changes in Wisconsin. In a recent statement, Mike Nichols, a representative from the Badger Institute, highlighted the institute's efforts in advancing policies that aim to provide Wisconsinites with more freedom and greater opportunities.Nichols mentioned that throughout 2023, the institute focused on promoting their "Mandate for Madison" - a comprehensive document containing free-market policy recommendations that have now been translated into...

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WILL Announces Settlement Involving Professor Suspended for Criticizing Woke Policies at Concordia University

By The Sconi | Apr 3, 2024

The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) has announced a settlement involving Rev. Dr. Gregory Schulz, former professor of philosophy at Concordia University Wisconsin (CUW), who was suspended in February 2022 for criticizing the university's direction towards politically "woke" policies.The terms of the settlement agreement between Dr. Schulz and CUW are confidential, but both parties are satisfied with the resolution. Following his retirement from CUW, Dr. Schulz expressed his satisfaction with the settlement and is looking forward to continuing his service to...

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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: 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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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.