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*Wisconsin Editor Tipoffs Newsletter for Friday July 11, 2025 ( 17 items )  

ASGCT Advocates For Clear Guidance Amid HHS Deregulation Push
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- The American Society of Gene & Cell Therapy, Waukesha, Wisconsin, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) in response to the agency's request for information on regulatory changes aimed at promoting innovation in the healthcare sector. The letter underscores the need for clear, science-based guidance from the FDA to ensure that transformative gene and cell therapies can reach patients efficiently. "Timely, science-ba  more

Baldwin, Murkowski Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect Our Shoreline Communities
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- Sen. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wisconsin, issued the following news release: * * * Baldwin, Murkowski Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect Our Shoreline Communities * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) introduced bipartisan legislation, the Digital Coast Act, to help coastal communities better prepare for storms, cope with varying water levels, and plan for future development. The bill reauthorizes the National Oceanic and Atm  more

Bynum Co-Leads Bipartisan NIL Legislation to Establish National Framework with House Energy and Commerce, Education and Workforce, and Judiciary Committees
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- Rep. Janelle Bynum, D-Oregon, issued the following news release: * * * Bynum Co-Leads Bipartisan NIL Legislation to Establish National Framework with House Energy and Commerce, Education and Workforce, and Judiciary Committees * Washington, D.C. - Today, as part of a bipartisan joint committee process to stabilize the Name,, and Likeness (NIL) marketplace, Rep. Janelle Bynum (OR-05) joined leadership from the Committee on Energy and Commerce, Committee on Education and  more

Chairman Walberg Partners with Colleagues on Energy and Commerce and Judiciary Committees to Introduce Bipartisan NIL Legislation
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Chairman Walberg Partners with Colleagues on Energy and Commerce and Judiciary Committees to Introduce Bipartisan NIL Legislation * Today, as part of a bipartisan joint committee process to stabilize the Name,, and Likeness (NIL) marketplace, leadership from the Committee on Education and Workforce, Committee on Energy and Commerce, and Committee on the Judiciary introduced the Student Compensation   more

Cutting Through Red Tape: Wied Introduces Small Business Relief Hotline
WASHINGTON, July 11 -- Rep. Tony Wied, R-Wisconsin, issued the following news release on July 10, 2025: * * * Cutting Through Red Tape: Wied Introduces Small Business Relief Hotline Congressman Tony Wied (WI-08) introduced legislation today to support small businesses around the United States by giving them a direct line to voice regulatory concerns, seek relief from unnecessary bureaucratic burdens, and reduce red tape. The Destroying Unnecessary, Misaligned, and Prohibitive (DUMP) Red Tape  more

DATCP Announces Ginseng Board of Wisconsin Election Results
MADISON, Wisconsin, July 11 -- The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection issued the following news release on July 10, 2025: * * * DATCP Announces Ginseng Board of Wisconsin Election Results MADISON, Wis. - The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has certified the 2025 Wisconsin Ginseng Board of Wisconsin election results. Kirk Baumann and Danny Krueger, both of Wausau, began three-year terms on the board on July 1, 2025. Ab  more

DWD Awards Over $2 Million in Wisconsin Fast Forward Worker Training Grants Grants Support 18 Employers to Train Over 1,000 Workers in Critical Sectors
MADISON, Wisconsin, July 11 -- The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development issued the following news release: * * * DWD Awards Over $2 Million in Wisconsin Fast Forward Worker Training Grants Grants support 18 employers to train over 1,000 workers in critical sectors MADISON - The Department of Workforce Development (DWD) has awarded nearly $2.3 million in Wisconsin Fast Forward worker training grants to 18 Wisconsin employers across the state to train more than 1,000 workers to meet w  more

Education & Workforce, Energy & Commerce, and Judiciary Committees Introduce Bipartisan NIL Legislation
WASHINGTON, July 11 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following news release on July 10, 2025: * * * Education & Workforce, Energy & Commerce, and Judiciary Committees Introduce Bipartisan NIL Legislation Today, as part of a bipartisan joint committee process to stabilize the Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) marketplace, leadership from the Committee on Education and Workforce, Committee on Energy and Commerce, and Committee on  more

Evers Administration and Ducks Unlimited Announce New Wetland Project in Brillion State Wildlife Area
MADISON, Wisconsin, July 10 -- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources issued the following news release on July 9, 2025: * * * Evers Administration And Ducks Unlimited Announce New Wetland Project In Brillion State Wildlife Area MADISON, Wis. - The Evers Administration today announced it is embarking on a wetland project through the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), together with the help of Ducks Unlimited, on the North Branch of the Manitowoc River on the northwest sid  more

FCC Adjusts FM Allotment Table, Removes Occupied Channels
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- The Federal Communications Commission has issued an order (DA 25-589) to amend its "Table of FM Allotments", removing channels that are no longer considered vacant. This action clarifies the status of certain FM frequencies, ensuring the official record accurately reflects currently authorized and licensed stations. The order was adopted and released on July 9, 2025. The FCC's rules, specifically Section 73.202(b), govern the Table of FM Allotments. This document updates   more

Figures Joins Republican Chairmen to Introduce Bipartisan NIL Bill to Establish National Framework
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- Rep. Shomari C. Figures, D-Alabama, issued the following news release: * * * Figures Joins Republican Chairmen to Introduce Bipartisan NIL Bill to Establish National Framework * WASHINGTON - Today, Rep. Shomari C. Figures (AL-02), led a bipartisan effort with the Republican chairmen of the Committees on Energy and Commerce; Education and the Workforce; and the Judiciary to introduce the Student Compensation and Opportunity through Rights and Endorsements (SCORE) Act (l  more

Hagerty Announces Staff Additions, Trump Admin Appointments
WASHINGTON, July 9 -- Sen. Bill Hagerty, R-Tennessee, issued the following news release: * * * Hagerty Announces Staff Additions, Trump Admin Appointments * WASHINGTON --Today, United States Senator Bill Hagerty (R-TN) announced 6 additions to his staff in Tennessee and Washington, D.C. Hagerty's team continues to be fully operational and serving the great state of Tennessee. Brian McCormack will soon assume the role of Chief of Staff. McCormack is currently serving as the Chief of Staff f  more

Hartford Bakery, Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Hazelnuts in "Lewis Bake Shop Artisan Style 1/2 Loaf"
WASHINGTON, July 11 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Food and Drug Administration issued the following recall notice: * * * Hartford Bakery, Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Hazelnuts in "Lewis Bake Shop Artisan Style 1/2 Loaf" * Summary Company Announcement Date: July 10, 2025 FDA Publish Date: July 10, 2025 Product Type: Food & Beverages Bakery Product/Mix Allergens Reason for Announcement: Undeclared hazelnuts Company Name: Hartford Bakery, Inc. Brand Na  more

Regents Approve UWs Tuition Increases for 2025-26
MADISON, Wisconsin, July 11 -- The Universities of Wisconsin issued the following news on July 10, 2025: * * * Regents approve UWs tuition increases for 2025-26 (news summary) The Board of Regents for the Universities of Wisconsin today unanimously approved a tuition increase of up to 5 percent for the 2025-26 academic year. Tuition will increase by 4 percent at all universities, with an optional 1 percent additional for a maximum of 5 percent (an average $382 increase). All universities exc  more

Senate Conducted 15 Committee Hearings on July 9
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- The U.S. Senate conducted 15 committee hearings on July 9, 2025: * * * TYPE 1 DIABETES Committee on Appropriations: Committee concluded a hearing to examine a future without Type 1 Diabetes, focusing on accelerating breakthroughs and creating hope, after receiving testimony from Griffin P. Rodgers, Director, National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health, Department of Health and Human Services; Ruby Whitmore, Old Town, M  more

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Adds 848 Miles and 14 New Sponsors to U.S. Marine Highway Program
WASHINGTON, July 10 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation issued the following news release: * * * U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Adds 848 Miles and 14 New Sponsors to U.S. Marine Highway Program * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy today announced the Maritime Administration (MARAD) has designated 848 new miles of navigable waterways and approved 14 new sponsors for the U.S. Marine Highway Program (USMHP). The network, which now cove  more

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Adds 848 Miles and 14 New Sponsors to U.S. Marine Highway Program
WASHINGTON, July 11 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration issued the following news release on July 10, 2025: * * * U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Adds 848 Miles and 14 New Sponsors to U.S. Marine Highway Program * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy today announced the Maritime Administration (MARAD) has designated 848 new miles of navigable waterways and approved 14 new sponsors for the U.S. Marine Highway P  more