http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/farmer-wicorn-s5.jpgSen. Jeff Smith writes about his Rural Development Plan, a comprehensive package of legislation designed to create opportunities for our rural communities.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/wisstatereformatory-allouez-s445.jpgPay needed to address effects of the coronavirus pandemic, high vacancy rates, and security staffing needs at Corrections and Health Services institutions.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/public-hearing-empty-s5.jpgAt a recent public hearing, ideological groups push a de-licensing plan for state professionals in an all-to-common process of speed and secrecy. Notice was posted late Friday for a meeting the following Thursday to discuss public safety as well as erosion of wages and workers’ rights.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/drugaddicts-young-s5.jpgState Senator Dave Hansen (D-Green Bay) is calling on the Wisconsin and U.S. Attorneys General to stand up for taxpayers by holding big drug companies accountable for their role in the opioid crisis.