On September 30, 2025, Ripon College Center for Politics and the People will host 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, […]
On August 13, 2025, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Board met on the following agenda: ORDER OF BUSINESS 1. ORGANIZATIONAL MATTERS | A. Calling the roll; B. Secretary’s Remarks; C. Approval of agenda for Aug. 13, 2025, Aug. 13, 2025 NRB Meeting Agenda 2. CONSENT A. Approval of the brief of action from June 25, […]
On August 5, 2025, the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection Land and Water Conservation Board held a meeting on the following agenda: Call the Meeting to Order – Mark Cupp, LWCB Chair Public appearances Recommendation for approval of LWRM 5-Year Review for Iron County: Heather Palmquist, County Conservationist; Roy Haeger, LCC Chair […]
On July 18, 2025, Wisconsin Policy Forum hosted a Forum Friday discussion on recent developments around tariffs and global trade and how they have affected Wisconsin’s economy. Panelists unpack their research on these topics and try to discern what the future may hold. Panel includes: Aaron Annable – Consulate General of Canada in Chicago Jackie […]
On June 10, 2025, the Joint Committee on Finance met in executive session on the 2025-27 biennial budget to take action on the following sections of the budget: Circuit Courts Supreme Court Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection — Departmentwide Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection — Regulation and Training Historical Society Insurance — Agency Operations and […]
On February 25, 2025, the Assembly Committee on Agriculture committee held an informational hearing featuring the following invited speakers: Aileen Switzer – Deputy Secretary – Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection Dr. Darlene M. Konkle – State Veterinarian
On February 17, 2025, the Wisconsin Association of Future Farmers of America kicked off its celebration of National FFA Week with a morning speaking event. Speakers include: Jescey Thompson – WI FFA State President State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly – WI Dept. of Public Instruction Sec. Amy Pechacek – WI Department of Workforce Development Sec. […]
On January 22, 2025, the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection’s Wisconsin Agricultural Export Advisory Council (WIAE) met on the following agenda: A. Meeting Start B. DATCP and WEDC Welcome – Secretary Romanski and Secretary Hughes C. Introduce the Topics and Speaker D. USDA Export Credit Guarantee Program – GSM-102 – Dee Hale […]
On December 12, 2024, the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) Board held a meeting on the following agenda: 9:00 AM Call the Meeting to Order Approve November 14, 2024, Board Minutes ATCP 72 Hotels, Motels and Tourist Rooming Houses – Hearing Draft Rule 9:05 AM ATCP 93 Flammable Combustible Hazardous Liquids […]
On February 21, 2024, the Senate Committee on Financial Institutions and Sporting Heritage held a public hearing on the following: Senate Bill 752: modifying the tax treatment of college savings accounts and the employee college savings account contribution credit; Senate Bill 832: payday loans; Senate Bill 851: financial statements of registered charitable organizations; Senate Bill […]