On November 13, 2025, the Assembly Committee on Workforce Development, Labor, and Integrated Employment met on the following: Executive Session: LRB-4813 Relating to: funding for identity verification under the unemployment insurance law and making an appropriation LRB-4187 Relating to: various changes to the worker’s compensation law, granting rulemaking authority, making an appropriation, and providing a […]
Each year, agricultural producers consider how to make the most of their land and other resources in order to optimize farm yields, profits, and sustainability. Many factors influence how farmers determine their crop mix, whether to plant cover or perennial crops, and what the most productive uses are for manure and agricultural residues, which can […]
On October 20, 2025, a diverse coalition of trade associations, nonprofit organizations, state agencies, and academic partners hosted a special event featuring a panel conversation, Why Forestry and Forest Products Matter to Wisconsin. Industry leaders discussed the sector’s impact on the state’s economy, communities, and environment, as well as the importance of sustainable forest management […]
On October 7, 2025, the Wisconsin State Assembly held a floor session on the following: AB 37 / SB 38: personalized registration plate fees for gold star family special registration plates; AB 82 / SB 84: exempting certain conveyances between grandparents and grandchildren from the real estate transfer fee; AB 181 / SB 158: county […]
On October 7, 2025, Sen. Kelda Roys (D-Madison) and Rep. Jodi Emerson (D-Eau Claire) hosted a news conference to mark the introduction of the Building Families Act, which would require insurance coverage for infertility treatments and fertility preservation services. The legislators were joined by Dr. Bala Bhagavath, Reproductive Endocrinologist; Dr. Lauren Stippich, physician and breast […]
On September 30, 2025, Ripon College Center for Politics and the People hosted a panel discussion featuring trade experts and local voices to explore the evolving landscape of global commerce and its impact on Wisconsin businesses. Speakers include: Sandi Siegel, president of M.E. Dey & Co. Ken Wasylik, managing director of E.M. Wasylik Associates, co-hosts […]
On September 30, 2025, the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors met on the following agenda: 1. Call to Order and Roll Call 2. Approval of Minutes from the July 22, 2025 meeting 3. COO Report 4. Audit & Budget Committee Report Quarterly Financials Informational Audit Update 5. Awards Administration Committee Report Strategic Investment […]
Even with a limited number of days in the current session, members of the state Assembly and Senate may take up several bills of importance to Wisconsin’s tech-based economy in coming months. Hear from veteran Capitol observers, on September 23, 2025, during a Tech Council Innovation Network luncheon in Madison. Panelists included Steve Lyons and […]
On September 23, 2025, Rep. Robert Brooks (R-Saukville) and members of the Assembly Republican caucus held a news conference to discuss a package of bills related to housing.
On September 22, 2025, the Wisconsin Counties Association hosted their Annual Conference in Sauk County. Coverage features events from Day 1 including: County Issues in the Northwoods: Navigating Northern Realities Panel Discussion: Speakers: Mary Felzkowski, State Senator, Wisconsin State Legislature; Kevin Dospoy, Deputy Director, Forward Analytics Moderator: Michael Luckey, County Administrator, Jefferson County
On September 22, 2025, Senator Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk) and Representative Chanz Green (R- Grand View) joined local officials, investors, company executives, and representatives from adjacent industries to host a news conference announcing legislation to revitalize Northern Wisconsin’s forestry industry.