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Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Wisconsin Newsletter for Thursday May 02, 2024 ( 4 items )  

Freedom From Religion Foundation Co-Sponsors Capitol Hill Reception for National Day of Reason
MADISON, Wisconsin, May 2 -- The Freedom From Religion Foundation issued the following news release on May 1, 2024: The Freedom From Religion Foundation is delighted that once again Rep. Jamie Raskin has introduced a resolution declaring May 4 as a "National Day of Reason." Raskin and other members of Congress traditionally introduce a resolution (https://ffrf.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=875516bd36f33f4d358b8e1b3&id=074eeb2a24&e=54dc314d06) each year in honor of such a day to counter th  more

No Forcing Religion on People in Jail, Freedom From Religion Foundation Asks Minn. County Jail Officials
MADISON, Wisconsin, May 2 -- The Freedom From Religion Foundation issued the following news release: Don't impose Christianity on people who are incarcerated, the Freedom From Religion Foundation is appealing to a Minnesota county's jail authorities. Concerned Itasca County taxpayers and residents have informed the state/church watchdog that the new Itasca County Jail will surround prisoners with quotes about the importance of religion along with the Ten Commandments. Independent media sources  more

RAIL PASSENGERS APPLAUDS NEW TWIN CITIES-CHICAGO ROUND TRIP
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The Rail Passengers Association (formerly National Association of Railroad Passengers) issued the following news release on May 1, 2024: The Rail Passengers Association today congratulated Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, Amtrak, the Federal Railroad Administration, and the hundreds of passenger-rail advocates who have worked for many years to realize this exciting second round trip between Chicago and the Twin Cities. Amtrak confirmed today that beginning on May 21, passen  more

The National Credit Union Foundation Announces Call For Nominations For The 2025 Herb Wegner Memorial Awards
MADISON, Wisconsin, May 2 -- The National Credit Union Foundation issued the following news release: The National Credit Union Foundation (the Foundation) is thrilled to announce the opening of nominations for the prestigious 2025 Herb Wegner Memorial Awards. These awards stand as the highest national honors within the credit union movement, spotlighting exemplary leaders, initiatives, and organizations that have left an indelible mark on the community. Presented annually at the Foundation Din  more