http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/jfcphoto-s5.jpgSenator Smith details the role and responsivities of the Joint Finance Committee, and how politics is getting in the way of its work for the people of Wisconsin.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/forest-conserve-s451.pngObjective to plant 75 million trees by the end of 2030 raised to 100 million. Since 2021, Wisconsin has planted over 32 million trees, which means the state has already achieved over 40 percent of its initial target in just three years.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/trump-trial-2024-s460.pngThe former president complained that he had to sit in a “freezing” room for hours.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/kristin-lyerly-md-commitment-s450.jpgGreen Bay Physician and HealthCare activist takes on Ron Johnson’s efforts to repeal the Affordable Care Act and rip away protections for pre-existing conditions from Wisconsinites.
Funded by the American Rescue Plan Act, DHS will use $2.5 million to expand and enhance child psychiatry telehealth services. The rest to fund community connections.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/school-sports-s5.pngGovernor signs Bill Tuesday inspired by Waukesha student athlete who passed away in 2019.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/joe-manchin-2022-s450.pngDemocratic Senator says he believes everybody has to pay their fair share, but unrealized gains is not the way to do it.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/wi-senate-swearing-in-s5.jpgJeff Smith writes about the origin of his mobile office hours known as “Stop & Talks.” It’s always been important to be accessible to the people you are elected to serve and he's glad to be hosting more of Stop & Talks now that the weather is warming up!
Grant will fund civil legal aid organizations statewide and build a Wisconsin Law Help website.