Wisconsin Legislative Black Caucus Introduces their Policy Agenda
Friday, 27 February 2026 - Dora Drake Press
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/black-wisconsinities-s429.jpgAffordable Housing, Education, and Economic Opportunity top list.
Lawmakers Need to Support FoodShare to Prevent Millions in Penalty Fees
Thursday, 26 February 2026 - GOV Press Wisconsin
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/grocery-costs-food-pantry-s430.jpgWisconsin taxpayers already on the hook for over $284 million in new costs because of Trump’s so-called ‘Big Beautiful Bill’. Action needed to avoid up to $205 million in penalty fees yearly.
$2 Million in Grants Goes to Improve Flood Resilience in Communities
Thursday, 26 February 2026 - GOV Press Wisconsin
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/flooding-damage-home-2025-s440.pngAs homeowners, businesses, and communities have experienced significant flooding in recent years, annual funding secured by the governor will help prevent and prepare for future disasters.
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Democrats Call on Attorney General to Challenge FCC Decision to Repeal Obama Era Regulation that Protected Internet Equality
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Assembly bill would add restrictions to local governments raising money for transportation projects
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Sen. Jon Erpenbach of Madison proposes reforms to help our overcrowded, understaffed prisons and the people living with this issue every day.
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Latest GOP proposals undercut protections for public health.
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Signing of the Industrial Acid Mining Bill Will Put Public Health at Risk for Generations
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The new Community Emergency Medical Services (CEMS) Program will allow emergency medical personnel to perform basic health care for people in their homes, reducing costly readmissions to the hospital. Program requires additional training for EMS personnel working under direction of the hospital medical director.
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- Real Incentives, Not Gimmicks will Keep & Attract Young Workers to Wisconsin
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