Republican legislative leaders are considering calling an extraordinary session to address the significant increase in state costs tied to recent federal changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), known in Wisconsin as FoodShare. In Wisconsin, an extraordinary session can be called by the Legislature, by the committees on organization or through a joint resolution […]
Legislative Leaders Considering December Extraordinary Session
Date Fri, Dec. 5, 2025 - 8:46am By Hamilton
Wisconsin Assembly Examines AI and Data-Center Growth
Date Fri, Nov. 7, 2025 - 9:35am By Hamilton
On Wednesday, November 5, the Assembly Committee on Science, Technology & Artificial Intelligence convened an informational hearing to examine the rapid growth of artificial-intelligence (AI) technologies and the implications of large-scale data-center developments in Wisconsin. The session provided a deep dive into how the state can position itself for digital-infrastructure investment while balancing energy, workforce, […]
Gov. Evers Signs 19 Bills, Issues Several Vetoes
Date Fri, Nov. 7, 2025 - 9:34am By Hamilton
Gov. Tony Evers signed 19 bills into law on Friday, October 31, advancing a range of bipartisan measures related to public safety, mental health response, transportation, and government operations. He also issued vetoes on several others, including Senate Bill 25. Among the new laws: 2025 Wisconsin Act 41 (SB 309) provides liability protection for 911 […]
Assembly Task Forces Take Up Issues Ranging from Elder Care to Government Modernization
Date Fri, Nov. 7, 2025 - 9:33am By Hamilton
This fall, the Wisconsin Assembly launched a series of task forces to examine a range of policy areas impacting communities statewide. Established by Assembly Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester), the groups are exploring topics such as supporting older adults, improving government operations, reviewing administrative rulemaking processes, and promoting child safety in the digital age. The task […]
DHS Submits $1 Billion Proposal to Strengthen Rural Health Care Access
Date Fri, Nov. 7, 2025 - 9:32am By Hamilton
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services has submitted an application for $1 billion in federal funding through the Rural Health Transformation Program to expand access to high-quality health services in rural parts of the state. The proposal focuses on three main areas: workforce development, technology and innovation, and care transformation through partnerships. Roughly $337 million […]
Wisconsin Defense Counsel Testifies Before the Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety
Date Fri, Oct. 24, 2025 - 9:35am By Hamilton
Hamilton hosted attorneys Caleb Gerbitz, John Pinzl and Kendall Harrison on October 22nd for a hearing on SB 459 related to expert witness testimony.
Governor Signs Bipartisan Bills Supporting Wisconsin’s EMS Workforce
Date Thu, Oct. 23, 2025 - 2:13pm By Hamilton
Governor Tony Evers has signed two bipartisan bills aimed at strengthening Wisconsin’s emergency medical services (EMS) system. Authored by Sen. Howard Marklein (R–Spring Green) and Rep. Tony Kurtz (R–Wonewoc), Acts 35 and 36 are designed to help local EMS departments address ongoing challenges with recruitment, retention, and training. Act 35 establishes a tuition reimbursement program […]
State Reports $4.6 Billion General Fund Balance for Fiscal Year 2025
Date Thu, Oct. 23, 2025 - 2:11pm By Hamilton
The Wisconsin Department of Administration reported a $4.6 billion undesignated balance in the state’s General Fund for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. General purpose revenue collections rose 4.8 percent to $22.36 billion, while expenditures totaled $21.12 billion which is slightly above budgeted levels. Nearly 45 percent of spending went to local assistance for […]
Eric Toney Launches 2026 Bid for Wisconsin Attorney General
Date Thu, Oct. 23, 2025 - 2:09pm By Hamilton
Eric Toney, the longtime Fond du Lac County District Attorney, has announced he will run for Wisconsin Attorney General in 2026. The Republican previously challenged Democratic Attorney General Josh Kaul in 2022, losing by about 35,000 votes. In his campaign announcement, Toney cited his recovery from open-heart surgery as part of his decision to return […]
Wisconsin Academy of Physician Assistants Hosts PA Day at the Capitol
Date Thu, Oct. 23, 2025 - 2:08pm By Hamilton
The Wisconsin Academy of Physician Assistants (WAPA) held its annual PA Day at the Capitol on October 21, bringing physician assistants from across the state to Madison to meet with lawmakers and discuss key legislative priorities. WAPA advocates for Wisconsin’s physician assistants by promoting public understanding of the profession, providing continuing medical education, and supporting […]