Lawmakers Introduce Tax Credit to Protect Affordable Health Coverage
Friday, 20 February 2026 - Jeff Smith, State Senator District 31
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/health-care-costs-s444.jpgAs gridlock in Congress stalls progress, Wisconsin needs action to ensure our families won't see their premiums skyrocket now.
Milwaukee Bucks Partnership to Raise Awareness, Prevent Domestic Violence
Friday, 20 February 2026 - GOV Press Wisconsin
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/domestic-violence2-s454.jpgNew partnership builds on Evers Administration’s efforts to end the cycle of violence, address rising rates of domestic violence deaths in Wisconsin, and keep kids, families, and communities safe.
State Celebrates Four Consecutive Years of Record-High Enrollment in Apprenticeship Program
Thursday, 19 February 2026 - GOV Press Wisconsin
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/tech-jobs-engineering-technicians-s450.jpgGovernor announces two new apprenticeship pathways in healthcare and education careers, workforce training grants for advanced manufacturing and AI sectors, and efforts to advance startup companies with high-growth potential.
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The Fox River and Lake Michigan water levels remain near record highs, so residents need to be prepared for future flooding events.
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“The ultimate test of man's conscience may be his willingness to sacrifice something today for future generations whose words of thanks will not be heard.” - Gaylord Nelson
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Sen. Smith writes about the COVID-19 Response Bill signed last week and explains what steps we still must take to further help Wisconsin.
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Gov. Tony Evers asks Wisconsinites to help each other and work together to make a phased reopening of businesses possible. Need to ramp up testing, public health infrastructure is vital for success.
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TV Ads Will Run in Arizona, Florida, Michigan, North Carolina, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin
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Testing is key to Wisconsin turning the dial on COVID-19 and reopening the state.
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- Trump announces $19B program to help agriculture sector
- Push to End Safer at Home Order is Irresponsible and Dangerous
- Good news for Wisconsin Schools
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- Senate Democrats Push for Stronger COVID-19 Response
- Gov. Evers Signs COVID-19 Response Legislation
- Obama endorses Biden
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Latest News
- Lawmakers Introduce Tax Credit to Protect Affordable Health Coverage
- Milwaukee Bucks Partnership to Raise Awareness, Prevent Domestic Violence
- State Celebrates Four Consecutive Years of Record-High Enrollment in Apprenticeship Program
- New State Film Office and Tax Credit Program
- New Efforts to Bolster Wisconsin’s Clean Energy Future
Commentary
- Battleground Wisconsin Podcast: "Remembering Jesse Jackson, Postpartum Medicaid victory, $20 Wage Legislation launch, and data centers public hearing."
- Smith on Governor Evers' Final State of the State Address
- Wall Responds to Governor Tony Evers’ State of the State Address
- Stubbs Mourns the Passing of Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, Sr.
- Rivera-Wagner Praises Pardon for Green Bay Mother Samantha Hampton