http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/doug-la-follette-record-s460.pngSecretary La Follette retiring effective today, March 17, after serving more than 40 years in office. Gov. Evers is appointing former State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski to complete term.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/banking-silicon-valley-bank-2023-s460.pngNo one has lost money since 1933, but many worry that coming to the aid of the banks won’t put a stop to future risky banking.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/marijuana-hemp-dairy-farmers-wi-s5.jpgRepublican's refusal to legalize marijuana is fiscally irresponsible. We lost millions in taxes to Illinois in 2022, not to mention Michigan and soon Minnesota. It's time to end our island of prohibition.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/tourism_wis-dells-s441.jpgGovernor’s budget proposes significant investments to promote local tourism, attract large-scale events, and supports the arts.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/deer-hunting-s5.jpgSen. Vinehout writes about her experience deer hunting on her farm in western Wisconsin, the sights, sounds and beauty of hunting on opening day. She also wishes you a Happy Thanksgiving, and she hopes you enjoy reading her story.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/veterans-012015-s5.jpgLegislation would provide more permanent funding for Veterans Trust Fund by eliminating tax loophole that gives $22 million to 11 of state’s richest people.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/employee-ownership-s5.jpgEmployee Ownership Act would protect workers and provide new help for owners looking to transfer or sell their business.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/construction-jobs-s5.jpgBill would require materials used in public works projects to be made in the United States.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/opioid-overdose-s5.jpgSen. Vinehout shares a story about her discussion with members of the Ho-Chunk Nation who are working to get the resources necessary to address addiction.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/opioid-young-start-s5.jpgSens. Janet Bewley (Ashland) and Dave Hansen (Green Bay) send letter to A.G. on Friday to hold pharmaceutical manufacturers to account for their role in the state’s opioid crisis.
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