Advocates for older adults in Wisconsin say concerning trends across the state’s long-term care system require immediate attention as the population ages. Meanwhile the nursing home industry, facing potential closures, says a new federal staffing rule will have unintended consequences. On June 17, 2024, WisconsinEye’s Newsmakers was joined by the State’s Long Term Care Ombudsman […]
On June 6, 2024, the Governor’s Task Force on the Healthcare Workforce held a public hearing with the following agenda: Welcome Dr. Elsbeth Kalenderian, Dean, Marquette University School of Dentistry Lieutenant Governor Sara Rodriguez Public Comments Panel Discussion on Education and Training Dr. Hannah Maxey, Veritas Health Solutions Christina Patrin, Health Science Education Consultant, Wisconsin Department […]
The La Follette School is the new home of the Initiative in Social Genomics, one of the world’s largest and most innovative collaboratives in the groundbreaking field of social genomics. The Initiative integrates social science and genetic research to study how genes are linked with human behavior and socio-economic outcomes, how genes and environments interact, […]
On May 30, 2024, the Joint Committee for Review of Administrative Rules held a public hearing and executive session on the following: EmR 2401 [Extension Request]: Lake Superior cisco and lake trout regulations (DNR) EmR 2402 [Extension Request]: Licensure requirements for naturopathic doctors and limited-scope naturopathic doctors (Naturopathic Medicine Examining Board)
Wisconsin is seeking to bolster its biohealth and precision medicine industry. Last fall, the state received a designation as a regional tech hub, opening the door for a competitive application process to receive tens of millions in federal dollars to enhance the sector. A virtual Wisconsin Health News panel on May 29, 2024 took a […]
On May 23, 2024, the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin will meet on the following agenda: Minutes of the open meeting of Thursday, May 9, 2024 5-AE-248 – Joint Application for Approval of a Project Commitment Agreement between American Transmission Company LLC and Wisconsin Public Service Corporation (proposed notice of investigation) 5-FE-105 – Quadrennial Planning […]
On May 23, 2024, Rep. Clint Moses (R-Menomonie), Sen. Rachael Cabral-Guevara (R-Appleton), Rep. Lisa Subeck (D-Madison) and Sen. LaTonya Johnson (D-Milwaukee) hosted the Wisconsin Hospital Association briefing on their 2024 workforce report. Speakers included: Eric Borgerding, WHA President & CEO Ann Zenk, WHA Senior VP of Workforce and Clinical Practice Luke Beirl, Tamarack Health Hayward […]
On May 22, 2024, the Assembly Committee on Health, Aging and Long-Term Care held a public hearing and executive session on Clearinghouse Rule 23-040: continuing education.
On May 16, 2024, the Assembly Committee on Campaigns and Elections and the Senate Committee on Shared Revenue, Elections and Consumer Protection held a joint informational hearing featuring the following speakers: Designee(s) from the Department of Transportation, the Wisconsin Elections Commission, and the Department of Health Services Ashley Reichert, County Clerk, Washington County and Lisa […]
On May 14, 2024, the Wisconsin State Senate held a veto review and special session on the following: Senate Bill 98: verifying citizenship of individuals on the official voter registration list and contents of operator’s licenses and identification cards; Senate Bill 139: establishing a statewide wolf population goal; Senate Bill 145: advanced practice registered nurses, extending […]
On May 14, 2024, In Business magazine hosted the inaugural Health Care Summit. Top industry leaders gave the latest insight into the future of health care and its impact on employers. Agenda includes: 8:45 – 9:00 a.m. | Opening Remarks 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. | Panel Discussion – The Health Care Forecast: What to Expect […]
