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

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/hmong-lao-veterans-salute-s5.jpgProclaims “Hmong-Lao Veterans Day” Across the State

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/roads-reckless-driving-s460.jpgGovernor Evers again urges Legislature to approve budget initiatives designed to curb reckless driving, make roads safer.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/farm-family-s450.jpgWe ensure farmers, farm families, and rural communities have access to mental and behavioral health services that meaningfully address the unique personal and professional challenges they face, says Gov. Evers.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/wisconsin-senate-s450.jpgSenator Smith discusses several key programs Republicans eliminated from the Governor’s budget and the importance of the Governor’s proposed investments to Wisconsin’s future prosperity.