http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/unemployment-application-wi-gb-s5.jpgThey did nothing for years to make the state’s unemployment system work, and now they are trying to place the blame on our Governor and Secretary Frostman for the complicated and time consuming process workers face.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/graduates-2020-s5.pngCelebration goes on, but many unable to participate in traditional graduation ceremonies due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/veterans-memorial-day-2020-s5.jpgThis memorial day, honor the fallen but respect the living by wearing a mask, staying close to home and forgoing large gatherings of people.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/coronavirus-ventilator-s5.jpgLong-Term Care, Home and Community Based Services, and Emergency Medical Services included. Two-part funding stream will support providers most vulnerable during the COVID-19 pandemic.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/unemployment-wi-wkow-s5.jpgRepublican efforts to discourage people from applying for unemployment benefits cause delays and frustrations during crisis.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/door-county-people-s5.jpgAdditional $15 Million Food Security Initiative will combat food insecurity challenges posed by the COVID-19 public health crisis.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/young-couple-worried-payments-s5.jpgGovernor says program will hopefully provide peace of mind to a lot of people, as well as a reminder to them that we are all in this together. They have not been forgotten.

Group provides recommendations to address the effects of climate change and create a clean energy economy in Wisconsin.

MADISON - Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes will host on Thursday, May 21, 2020, at 9 a.m. the third member meeting of the Governor's Task Force on Climate Change via video teleconference. During the meeting, he will also hold a brief press availability. 

Through Executive Order 52, Gov. Tony Evers created the Task Force on Climate Change and named Lt. Gov. Barnes as the chairman.The task force is comprised of individuals from across the state representing various industries, including agriculture, small business, utilities, and Indigenous communities. They are charged with providing policy recommendations to Gov. Evers to address the effects of climate change and create a clean energy economy in Wisconsin.

Lt. Gov. Barnes will be available to speak with the press about the task force at 10:45 a.m on a separate Zoom call.

WHO: Lt. Gov. Barnes

WHAT: Task Force on Climate Change Member Meeting and Press Availability

WHEN: Thursday, May 21, 2020, at 9 a.m. Press Availability at 10:45 a.m.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/covid-19-test-sign-s5.jpgMoney comes from $1.17 billion in federal CARES Act dollars and will be used for robust testing and contact tracing efforts, equipment for job safely, and direct payments to local communities and health providers.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/business-small-open-s5.jpgMoney will help small businesses get back on their feet and support efforts to keep businesses, consumers, employees and communities safe during the COVID-19 pandemic.