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PROTECTING AGAINST FRAUD AND SCAMS

2 months 4 weeks ago By Senator Ron Johnson

During a Senate Aging Committee meeting, Senator Ron Johnson pressed experts on the rising threat of financial scams targeting Americans, especially senior citizens.

Wisconsin Lags Behind on SNAP Reform

2 months 4 weeks ago By MacIver Institute

Beginning at the start of 2026, the Trump Administration enacted new restrictions on what can be purchased using SNAP benefits.

Governor Evers’ property tax relief plan fails to constrain property tax growth

3 months 6 days ago By Badger Institute

Policymakers are scrambling for solutions as Wisconsin property tax burdens continue to rise. As homeowners clamor for relief, Gov. Tony Evers (D) has proposed using $1.3 billion from the state’s surplus to buy down property tax bills.

Wisconsin Senate Floor Session

3 months 6 days ago By Patrick Testin 1 comment

The Wisconsin State Senate met this week for a floor session where we passed a number of legislative proposals that aim to help families keep more money in their pockets.

Property Tax Relief: A Winning Issue

3 months 1 week ago By Anonymous (not verified) 1 comment

“Affordability” has fast become the political buzzword of the 2026 midterms.

Pay Less Taxes

3 months 1 week ago By Team Schoemann 1 comment

As governor, I’ll work to make sure you pay less taxes in the first place. pic.twitter.com/MCv7GeF4Nm

'On the Job' with Aspirus

3 months 1 week ago By Patrick Testin 1 comment

For my latest "On the Job" stop, I had a great time working a shift with both the Aspirus MedEvac team and the staff at Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital.

Ensuring Data Centers Pay Their Own Way

3 months 1 week ago By Rep. Robin Vos

Whether we like it or not, data centers are coming to Wisconsin. In the coming years, more local governments will face the decision of whether to host a data center in their community.