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Joint Committee on Finance Budget Listening Sessions

5 days 7 hours ago By Webster 1 comment

Both Senators Howard Markein (R-17th) and Patrick Testin (R-24th) have announced the upcoming Joint Finance Committee Public Hearing Schedule for the 2025-2027 Wisconsin State Budget.

'On the Job' Video at Leer Inc.

1 week 5 days ago By Patrick Testin

I recently had the pleasure of working a shift at Leer Inc. as part of my "On the Job" series.

Van Orden Votes to Keep Government Open

2 weeks 2 days ago By Derrick Van Orden

Today’s Continuing Resolution not only prevents a government shutdown but also reaffirms our commitment to the values and priorities the American people sent us here to accomplish.

Release of DBI Initiative Program Funds

2 weeks 5 days ago By Derrick Van Orden 1 comment

Today, I announced that paused Dairy Business Innovation (DBI) Initiative program funds have now been released by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

My Priorities This Session

2 weeks 5 days ago By Howard Marklein

Since the beginning of our legislative session in January, much of my attention has been focused on the state budget. The budget will continue to be my primary focus until it is signed into law.

Rising Medicaid Costs

3 weeks 5 days ago By Rep. Robin Vos 1 comment

I attended a press conference to discuss the Rising Medicaid Costs hosted by the Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty.

Our Money in Washington

3 weeks 5 days ago By Webster 1 comment

With all the news of the DOGE findings and other incentives to reduce fraud, waste, and abuse in the federal government – in Washington, D.C.

In Defense of Lower Taxes

3 weeks 5 days ago By Publius 1 comment

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has uncovered up to $55 billion in wasteful spending and that is the tip of the iceberg according to multiple sources.