http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/fairgoers-s5.jpgSen. Jeff Smith writes about all of the fun activities families can enjoy at a local county fair.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/lambeau-s5.jpgGrants of up to $3.5 million will be awarded to regional entities through a competitive application process for things like convention centers, travel infrastructure, public or nonprofit attractions, and more.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/clean-drinking-water-kid-s5.jpg“To be able to do it again, to drink water out of the tap, to drink water out of the hose, to know all of my neighbors in my community have clean water again, would mean a lot,” says resident.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/eviction-notice-s5.jpgFederal ban on evictions is set to expire on Sunday, more than 11 million Americans affected.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/healthcare2-s5.jpgOver 2.5 million Wisconsinites receive benefits.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/christopher-davis-portland-s5.pngPortland Oregon Deputy Chief to come to Green Bay.

The President is instructing his administration to apply similar standards to all federal government contractors and encouraging private sector employers to follow his lead.

Bill also gives $1.125 billion for Afghan refugee resettlement and provide 8,000 Afghan special immigrant visas as the United States works to relocate individuals who helped the U.S. military.

WASHINGTON, DC - The Senate passed a $2.1 billion Capitol security bill on Thursday, including providing new funding for the Capitol Police as they face a fiscal cliff, sending the legislation to the House.

The bill includes $521 million to reimburse the National Guard, roughly $100 million for the Capitol Police, $300 million for Capitol security and $42.1 million related to COVID-19 costs in the Capitol.

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State agencies to help those affected by the storms this week.

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today signed Executive Order #128 declaring a statewide State of Emergency following widespread severe storms affecting several regions of the state overnight causing widespread damage, downed trees and power lines, power outages, and road closures due to debris. 

“Last night's storms affected communities from the Mississippi River to Lake Michigan, leaving many regions with widespread damage,” said Gov. Evers. “Wisconsinites are resilient, and I know first responders, utilities, and many across our state are working to respond today. I'm declaring a State of Emergency this morning to ensure state resources are available as we work together to get communities the support and help they need.”

Gov. Evers’ executive order directs state agencies to help those affected by the storms. It also allows the Wisconsin National Guard to be called to active duty, as the adjutant general deems necessary, to provide assistance supporting local authorities with their recovery efforts. 

Executive Order #128 is available here.

Republicans gaveled out of the special session on Tuesday without consideration or debate, reject more than $400 million for K-12, more than $100 million for higher education.