Lawmakers Introduce Tax Credit to Protect Affordable Health Coverage
Friday, 20 February 2026 - Jeff Smith, State Senator District 31
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/health-care-costs-s444.jpgAs gridlock in Congress stalls progress, Wisconsin needs action to ensure our families won't see their premiums skyrocket now.
Milwaukee Bucks Partnership to Raise Awareness, Prevent Domestic Violence
Friday, 20 February 2026 - GOV Press Wisconsin
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/domestic-violence2-s454.jpgNew partnership builds on Evers Administration’s efforts to end the cycle of violence, address rising rates of domestic violence deaths in Wisconsin, and keep kids, families, and communities safe.
State Celebrates Four Consecutive Years of Record-High Enrollment in Apprenticeship Program
Thursday, 19 February 2026 - GOV Press Wisconsin
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/tech-jobs-engineering-technicians-s450.jpgGovernor announces two new apprenticeship pathways in healthcare and education careers, workforce training grants for advanced manufacturing and AI sectors, and efforts to advance startup companies with high-growth potential.
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Weekly Radio Address Urges Bipartisan Support for 2026 Legislative Agenda, make healthcare affordable.
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Governor’s plan comes amid federal cuts to Medicaid and as healthcare costs are set to skyrocket in 2026 due to President Trump and Congressional Republicans’ refusal to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits.
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Proposed legislation creates Student Loan Ombudsman Office and Borrower’s Bill of Rights.
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Administration refuses to provide explanation or justification as to why Wisconsin’s request for FEMA assistance for August storm was again denied.
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ICE crossed the Mississippi and infiltrated Hudson and Baldwin, Wisconsin last Friday.
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State Workers play a critical role in ensuring our kids, families, and communities are safe and have the 21st-century infrastructure needed to succeed.
- Sales Tax Relief for Over-the-Counter Medication
- Accountability Needed for Sweeping Child Labor Violations in Wisconsin
- Gov. Evers: Lowering Everyday Out-of-Pocket Costs for Working Families and Seniors
- $151 Million for Local Road Improvements
- Manufactured Home Owners Protection Bill Introduced
- WisDOT Announces New Program to Improve Rural Roads
- How Affordability Relates to Income Inequality and Money in Politics
- Rivera Wagner Backs Comprehensive Cannabis Legalization Bill
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Latest News
- Lawmakers Introduce Tax Credit to Protect Affordable Health Coverage
- Milwaukee Bucks Partnership to Raise Awareness, Prevent Domestic Violence
- State Celebrates Four Consecutive Years of Record-High Enrollment in Apprenticeship Program
- New State Film Office and Tax Credit Program
- New Efforts to Bolster Wisconsin’s Clean Energy Future
Commentary
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- Smith on Governor Evers' Final State of the State Address
- Wall Responds to Governor Tony Evers’ State of the State Address
- Stubbs Mourns the Passing of Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, Sr.
- Rivera-Wagner Praises Pardon for Green Bay Mother Samantha Hampton