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August 15, 2025
Wisconsin political news for clients and colleagues.
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This week in Tidbits, we cover the long-awaited APRN bill signing, the swearing-in of Justice Crawford, the unveiling of Wisconsin’s updated building code, and Governor Evers’ announcement that he will not run for a third term.
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Gov. Evers Signs Bipartisan Bill Expanding Nurse Licensure | | |
Governor Tony Evers signed a bipartisan bill Friday, August 8, 2025, aimed at expanding healthcare access across Wisconsin by creating new licensure opportunities for nurses. AB257, now enacted as 2025 Wisconsin Act 17, allows registered nurses (RNs) to become licensed as advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs), offering more independence in practice and increasing the availability of healthcare services throughout the state.
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| | Justice Susan Crawford Sworn To Become New Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice | | |
On August 1, 2025, Susan M. Crawford officially began her term as a Justice of the Wisconsin Supreme Court, succeeding retiring Justice Ann Walsh Bradley. Crawford previously served as a judge in Dane County’s Circuit Court, a position she held from August 1, 2018, to July 31, 2025.
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| | After Evers v. Marklein Decision, Wisconsin’s Updated Building Code Takes Effect | | |
Wisconsin’s first major upgrade to its Commercial Building Code in more than a decade takes effect Sept. 1, 2025, adopting 2021 International Building Code standards with state-specific adjustments. The update applies to commercial and multi-family residential buildings.
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| | Gov. Tony Evers Will Not Seek Third Term, Opening Up 2026 Wisconsin Governor’s Race | | |
In a move that reshapes Wisconsin’s political landscape, Governor Tony Evers announced on July 24 that he will not seek a third term in office. The 73-year-old Democrat, who has served as governor since 2019, cited a desire to spend more time with his family after five decades in public service. “The only thing I love more than being your governor is being a husband, a dad, and a grandpa,” Evers said in a video message.
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Beer vendor for governor? Ryan Strnad makes good on a 2023 promise to run for the office if Evers didn't
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, August 15, 2025
Wisconsin’s surplus is waning. Next budget will mean ‘coming back to Earth.’
Wisconsin Examiner, August 14, 2025
Redistricting reform advocates alarmed by escalating gerrymandering battle
Wisconsin Public Radio, August 13, 2025
Racine County Democrat launches bid for Congress, challenging Rep. Bryan Steil
Wisconsin Public Radio, August 12, 2025
Evers signs bill that enables nurses with advanced credentials to practice independently
Wisconsin Examiner, August 8, 2025
Gov. Tony Evers vetoes gig worker, parole violation bills
Wisconsin Public Radio, August 8, 2025
The race for Wisconsin governor is on. So why aren’t more people running?
Wisconsin Public Radio, August 8, 2025
In push for new Wisconsin congressional map, liberal firms invoke process created by GOP
Wisconsin Public Radio, August 7, 2025
At the Wisconsin State Fair, GOP governor candidate talks tariffs, climate change, his SEAL training
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, August 6, 2025
GOP town halls, wildfire smoke and more takeaways from Tom Tiffany interview at State Fair
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, August 5, 2025
Who's running for Wisconsin governor? Who has the best shot? Answers to your questions
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, August 5, 2025
Stroebel named to federal housing position
Ozaukee County News Graphic, August 5, 2025
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NFIB Small Business Optimism Index sees slight uptick
In Business, August 14, 2025
Worker’s compensation insurance rates to decrease statewide
In Business, August 13, 2025
This school built high-end training sites on campus to prepare students for local skilled jobs
Wisconsin Examiner, August 11, 2025
Port Washington data center could include $175M in tax incremental financing
Wisconsin Public Radio, August 8, 2025
Dems, farmers union leader criticize Trump policy impact on Wisconsin farmers
Wisconsin Examiner, August 8, 2025
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Lawmakers plan to reintroduce No Patient Left Alone Act
WisBusiness, August 15, 2025
Ascension Wisconsin plans to outsource ICU doctors, a move that concerns nurses
Wisconsin Public Radio, August 14, 2025
Alliance president, CEO reacts to Evers’ veto of direct primary care legislation
In Business, August 12, 2025
New Wisconsin law will allow advanced nurses to set up their own practices
Wisconsin Public Radio, August 8, 2025
Evers creates new law expanding nurses' authority
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, August 8, 2025
Proposed Wisconsin bill would require more notice to parents on vaccine waivers
Wisconsin Public Radio, August 8, 2025
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