Proposed federal spending bill could lead to cuts in veterans’ medical care, benefits, job training.

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today congratulated high school seniors for their upcoming graduations in a video message that is available for use during commencement ceremonies here. A transcript of the message is available below.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/clean-energy-economy-s460.jpgReport highlights progress toward lower energy bills for families, reduced reliance on out-of-state energy sources, investment in job and apprenticeship training, and creation of more than 40,000 jobs by 2030.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/univ-student-vote-s453.jpgSen. Smith discusses the recently introduced Republican shared revenue proposal that would take this important tool out of the hands of local governments.

MADISON, WI – Today, the Joint Committee on Finance took up several agencies that ensure our criminal justice system operates efficiently and effectively. Our state needs the right investments in our Circuit Courts, the Supreme Court, District Attorneys, and Public Defenders so they can continue to work together to enforce our laws and seek justice for Wisconsinites.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/pfas-contamination-s5.jpgGroup plans to lobby for Gov. Evers’ $106 million proposal for PFAS remediation and the over 70 communities around the state have confirmed PFAS toxicity in their water.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/work-from-home-s5.jpgGovernor proposes record-setting $750 million investment to close the digital divide; JFC removes key provisions to promote equity, affordability, and reliability.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/tourism_door-county-s441.pngGovernor and Evers Administration spend week highlighting budget investments with visits to local businesses, tourist attractions and destinations.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/weston4-s5.jpgConservation Voters say EPA rules combat the climate crisis and finally kick this country’s clean energy economy, centered on good-paying family-sustaining jobs, into high gear.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/gb-city-hall2-s460.jpgFast Process Leaves Bill with More Problems than Solutions