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March 6, 2026
Wisconsin political news for clients and colleagues.
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In this edition of Tidbits, we take a look at what could be on the agenda for the Senate's final floor day, Governor Evers calls for a special session, and the Wisconsin Department of Health Services has appointed a new Medicaid Director.
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| | Senate Prepares for Final Floor Day | | |
The state Assembly has adjourned and is unlikely to reconvene in regular session until January. The state Senate plans to convene in regular session on March 17, and its deliberations may continue until March 18, and then adjourn. So while some of us are enjoying corned beef and green beer, what will the Senate be taking up on its final day of session?
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| | Governor Calls Special Session to Address Gerrymandering | | |
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.
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| | Wisconsin Names New Medicaid Director | |
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services has appointed Amanda Dreyer as the state’s Medicaid director. She began her new role on February 22.
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‘It’s the Wild West’: Wisconsin lawmakers debate ways to keep kids safe on social media
Spectrum News 1, March 4, 2026
Gov. Evers says federal hemp law will hurt Wisconsin
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, March 3, 2026
Evers calls special session for constitutional ban on partisan gerrymandering
WisPolitics, March 3, 2026
Tribes, gambling companies at odds over bill legalizing online sports betting in Wisconsin
Wisconsin Public Radio, March 3, 2026
Waupun Mayor Rohn Bishop considers entering GOP primary for governor
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, March 2, 2026
Wisconsin election officials recommend charges in Vos recall effort
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, February 27, 2026
Democratic governor candidates face 'I don't know' voters | Gilbert
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, February 27, 2026
Gov. Tony Evers optimistic about property tax deal, says talks continue
Wisconsin Public Radio, February 26, 2026
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Senate committee unanimously backs PFAS compromise
WisPolitics, March 6, 2026
Algae is a ‘little vacuum’ for microplastics. Midwest scientists think it could clean up the problem
Wisconsin Public Radio, March 6, 2026
Land deal expands popular Wisconsin state park as Stewardship program remains in limbo
Wisconsin Public Radio, March 5, 2026
Despite US climate retreat, Bayfield County is making millions from carbon credits
Wisconsin Public Radio, March 3, 2026
Governor Evers approves new statewide changes to PFAS standards
WAOW, March 2, 2026
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Legal advocates object to bill to allow AI interpretation in court
Wisconsin Public Radio, March 5, 2026
Chief justice criticizes Lazar's past work for 'right-wing interests'
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, March 4, 2026
Faced with court backlog, lawmakers aim to add more lawyers, judges statewide
Wisconsin Public Radio, March 3, 2026
In the Supreme Court race between Taylor and Lazar, 'undecided' leads
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, February 25, 2026
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