Since the conclusion of the regular session in March, there has continued to be discussion among Governor Evers and Republican legislative leaders about a possible property tax and education package. This week, the Governor and GOP leaders announced a compromise package and hailed it as a bipartisan achievement. However, just a few days later, the […]
After a Dramatic Push, Senate Votes Down Property Tax & Education Package
Date Fri, May. 15, 2026 - 9:33am By Hamilton
Wisconsin State Building Commission Advances Major Community Improvement Projects
Date Fri, May. 15, 2026 - 9:25am By Hamilton
Gov. Tony Evers announced the Wisconsin State Building Commission approved approximately $248 million in projects across Wisconsin, including $50 million for 71 community development and infrastructure projects through the state’s Non-State Grant Program. The funding will support projects ranging from libraries, community centers, and housing developments to healthcare facilities, fire stations, and cultural attractions. Among […]
Lawmakers retiring or not seeking reelection to Wisconsin Legislature
Date Fri, May. 15, 2026 - 9:23am By Hamilton
As the 2026 election cycle takes shape, several members of the Wisconsin State Legislature have announced they will not seek reelection or are retiring from public office. These departures will create open seats in both the Assembly and the Senate, setting the stage for new candidates and potential shifts in legislative priorities in the sessions […]
Governor Acts on Remaining Legislation
Date Fri, Apr. 10, 2026 - 9:06am By Hamilton
The 2025-26 regular legislative session has concluded, and legislators have headed back to their districts to start preparing for campaign season. However, the last several weeks have been filled with action over in the East Wing, as hundreds of bills have been sent to him for his review. Many were signed into law, while many […]
Evers Signs Postpartum Coverage Expansion into Law
Date Fri, Mar. 20, 2026 - 9:17am By Hamilton
Gov. Tony Evers has signed Senate Bill 23 into law on Wednesday, March 18 at Children’s Wisconsin hospital in Milwaukee, delivering a long-sought expansion of healthcare coverage for new mothers across Wisconsin. The measure, now 2025 Wisconsin Act 102, extends postpartum Medicaid coverage from 60 days to a full year. Wisconsin will be the 49th […]
Governor Calls Special Session to Address Gerrymandering
Date Fri, Mar. 6, 2026 - 9:41am By Hamilton
Tony Evers signed an executive order calling the Wisconsin Legislature into a special session on April 14, 2026, to consider a constitutional amendment aimed at banning partisan gerrymandering. Under the proposal, lawmakers would consider language prohibiting the drawing of legislative districts in a way that gives an unfair advantage to a particular political party. To […]
Governor Evers Delivers Final State of the State
Date Mon, Feb. 23, 2026 - 9:19am By Hamilton
On Tuesday February 17, Governor Evers gave his final State of the State speech to a joint meeting of the Senate and Assembly and declared 2026 the “Year of the Neighbor.” He called for action to modernize Wisconsin’s aging prison system, increase state support for the FoodShare program to avoid federal penalties, and reach agreement […]
Assembly Floor Session 2-12-26
Date Fri, Feb. 13, 2026 - 11:45am By Hamilton
On February 12, the Assembly convened to consider a range of bills affecting policies within the state’s university system, including high-profile issues such as campus free speech, admissions policies, and faculty governance appointments. Most of these measures are divided along party lines. However, the chamber also approved several bills by voice vote, including legislation aimed at […]
Senate Floor Session 1-21-26
Date Fri, Feb. 13, 2026 - 9:46am By Hamilton
On January 21, the Senate held its first floor day of 2026. The Senate took several partisan votes, including legislation prohibiting foreign adversaries from acquiring agricultural or forestry land in Wisconsin and the so-called “tax on tips” bill, which creates an income tax exemption for cash tips received by employees. The Senate also passed several […]
Assembly Floor Session 1-22-26
Date Fri, Feb. 13, 2026 - 9:45am By Hamilton
On January 22, the Assembly continued its work to advance legislation as the number of remaining calendar days in the session grows limited. The most notable action of the day was passage of legislation to reauthorize the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program, which advanced along partisan lines amid disagreements over funding levels and proposed limitations on land […]