Affordable Care Act is Working in Wisconsin
MADISON – Despite Republican efforts to undermine the Affordable Care Act, repeal patient protections and drive up costs, the landmark health care bill continues to provide much-needed relief to Wisconsin families.
Shilling statement on the passing of Vel Phillips
MADISON, WI – Senate Democratic Leader Jennifer Shilling (D-La Crosse) issued the following statement regarding the passing of former Secretary of State Vel Phillips:
Walker’s latest attempt to boost lagging approval ratings
MADISON – After years of Republican tax breaks for multi-millionaires and the largest taxpayer handout to foreign corporation in U.S history, Gov. Walker signed into law a one-time campaign gimmick. Senate Democratic Leader Jennifer Shilling (D-La Crosse) released the following statement.
Ryan departure leaves Foxconn future in question
MADISON – The retirement of Speaker Paul Ryan, combined with Gov. Scott Walker’s uncertain political future and the earlier ouster of Reince Priebus from Trump’ White House, is once again raising questions about the future of Foxconn in Wisconsin.
Shilling statement on the passing of Peg Lautenschlager
LA CROSSE, WI – Senate Democratic Leader Jennifer Shilling (D-La Crosse) issued the following statement regarding the passing of former Wisconsin Attorney General Peg Lautenschlager:
Shilling calls for revamp of Walker’s $7 million millennial marketing campaign
After Gov. Walker and Legislative Republicans approved a $7 million taxpayer-funded ad campaign aimed at luring millennials back to Wisconsin from places like Chicago and Minneapolis, Senate Democratic Leader Jennifer Shilling noticed something was missing.
Democracy Wins in Wisconsin
MADISON, WI – After weeks of chaos and three court orders later, Governor Walker conceded, finally calling special elections in the 1st Senate District and 42nd Assembly District.
Column: Homeowners shouldn’t be left footing the bill
Imagine if you could pay lower property taxes by simply saying no one lives in your neighbor’s house. It sounds ridiculous but the sad reality is that large corporations are increasingly taking advantage of a legal loophole to avoid paying their fair share of local property taxes.
Senate Republicans throw in the towel
MADISON, WI – After a year dominated with Republican infighting, a 3 month overdue state budget, and last minute scrambling to boost lagging poll numbers, Senate Republicans are poised to adjourn the 2017-18 legislative session.
The time for action on gun violence is now
MADISON, WI – After Senate Republicans blocked a vote on a Democratic proposal that would give schools a revenue limit exemption to create and implement school safety plans, Democrats are calling for action. Senate Democrats are urging Senate Majority Leader Fitzgerald to step up and take action...
Republicans block school shooting precautions
MADISON, WI – In seeking to provide more protections for students, teachers and staff at local schools, Senate Democrats introduced an amendment that would provide revenue limit exemptions for expenditures made under a school safety plan. Republicans blocked the amendment that would allow schools ..
Walker’s war on struggling families
MADISON, WI – In an attempt to boost his approval ratings in a tough election year, Gov. Walker has called for a Special Session on Welfare Reform. The package of proposals that will create more barriers for struggling families to access food and long-term job training received a joint Senate...
Senate Dem Leader reacts to State of the State
MADISON, WI – Senate Democratic Leader Jennifer Shilling (D-La Crosse) released the following statement in response to Gov. Walker’s State of the State address:
Senate Republicans throw elections into chaos
MADISON, WI – Senate Republicans voted to reject the appointments of Elections Administrator Mike Haas and Ethics Administrator Brian Bell despite both administrators receiving reviews of confidence by their bipartisan boards and no evidence of wrong-doing.
Voters Deserve Representation for Special Session
MADISON, WI – While residents in the 1st Senate District (SD 1) and 42nd Assembly District (AD 42) are left without representation in Madison, Governor Walker...
Shilling Statement on Special Session on Welfare Reform
MADISON, WI – Following Governor Walker’s announcement calling for a Special Session on Welfare Reform, Senate Democratic Leader Jennifer Shilling (D-La Crosse) released the following statement:
Ads don’t reflect Governor’s priorities
MADISON, WI – A proposal pushed by Governor Walker to spend an additional $6.8 million on an advertising campaign...
Smoggy future for clean air under GOP control
MADISON, WI – The future of the state’s clean air is now being threatened by Republican bills that prioritize corporate profits over...
Walker’s latest hypocrisy
MADISON, WI – After vetoing additional funding for low-spending school districts just four months ago, Gov. Walker announced today that if re-elected, he will propose doing exactly that.
Gov. Walker’s hollow campaign gimmick
MADISON, WI – Days after former Corrections Secretary Ed Wall accused the Walker Administration of neglecting the Lincoln Hills ...
Column: The Wisconsin Way Forward in 2018
As I look back at the political battles of 2017, I’m reminded that our state does better when we all work together for the shared values...