MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today congratulated the Class of 2020 on their graduation. Students and their friends, families, and supporters across Wisconsin are celebrating this important accomplishment but are unable to participate in traditional graduation ceremonies due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As folks continue to celebrate while staying safe, the governor offered his … [Read more...] about Gov. Evers Congratulates Class of 2020 Graduates
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Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff for Memorial Day, Encourages Wisconsinites to Honor Memorial Day Safely
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today ordered the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff for Memorial Day and encouraged Wisconsinites to honor Memorial Day and pay tribute to our fallen heroes safely. “On behalf of the state of Wisconsin, I would like to honor the members of our nation's armed services who paid the ultimate … [Read more...] about Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff for Memorial Day, Encourages Wisconsinites to Honor Memorial Day Safely
Gov. Evers Announces $100 Million for Long-Term Care, Home and Community Based Services, and Emergency Medical Services
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced a grant program funded by the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. Totaling $100 million dollars, the funding will support providers most at-risk for financial hardship during the COVID-19 pandemic. The providers targeted for financial assistance include emergency medical … [Read more...] about Gov. Evers Announces $100 Million for Long-Term Care, Home and Community Based Services, and Emergency Medical Services
Gov. Evers Announces $25 Million Wisconsin Rental Assistance Program
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced the launch of a $25 million Wisconsin Rental Assistance Program for Wisconsinites who have experienced income loss as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Administered by the Department of Administration (DOA), the Wisconsin Rental Assistance Program will provide direct financial assistance for owed rent, security deposits, and wrap … [Read more...] about Gov. Evers Announces $25 Million Wisconsin Rental Assistance Program
Gov. Evers Goes All In for Agriculture with $50 Million in Relief for Wisconsin Farmers, $15 Million Food Security Initiative
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced the Wisconsin Farm Support Program, a $50-million investment to provide direct payments to Wisconsin farmers in support of the agricultural sector during the COVID-19 pandemic, and a $15-million Food Security Initiative to combat hunger in Wisconsin. Wisconsin is a national agriculture leader, but COVID-19 has created unprecedented … [Read more...] about Gov. Evers Goes All In for Agriculture with $50 Million in Relief for Wisconsin Farmers, $15 Million Food Security Initiative