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WMC Applauds Legislature’s Passage of EV Charging Legislation, Encourages Evers to Sign Bill
MADISON – On Tuesday, the Wisconsin state Senate passed a final version of SB 791, a bill allowing private business to offer electric vehicle charging

Appeals Court Sides with WMC, Says DNR Overstepped Legal Authority
Decision Protects Public’s Right to Notice of Hazardous Substance Regulation MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce (WMC) won its lawsuit against the state’s Department of

Nine Companies Named in 35th Annual Wisconsin Manufacturer of the Year Awards
MILWAUKEE – Nine Wisconsin companies were named as winners in the 35th Annual Wisconsin Manufacturer of the Year (MOTY) Awards for outstanding achievements in manufacturing.

WMC’s Rachel Ver Velde Promoted to Associate Vice President & Senior Political Advisor
Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) – the combined state chamber and manufacturers’ association – announced on Thursday that Rachel Ver Velde was promoted to Associate Vice President of Government Relations. In addition, she will take on additional duties as a senior political advisor for the organization.

Ashley Furniture Founder Inducted into Manufacturing Hall of Fame
Ron Wanek Will Be First New Inductee Since 1970s MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) – the combined state chamber and manufacturers’ association –

Biden EPA’s New Air Standard is Devastating to Manufacturing and the Economy
MADISON – President Joe Biden’s Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released the PM2.5 rule on Wednesday that would make significant changes to National Ambient Air Quality

WMC and WMC Litigation Center Celebrate Court’s Decision to Strike Down Illegal Transportation Tax
MADISON – On Wednesday, the Court of Appeals struck down the Village of Pewaukee’s transportation utility fee, confirming the charge is an illegal tax. Wisconsin

33 Wisconsin Associations Urge Worker’s Compensation Reform
Letter to lawmakers calls for Medical Fee Schedule MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce – the combined state chamber and manufacturers’ association – was joined

Employers Call for Worker’s Compensation Medical Fee Schedule to Lower Costs
More than 100 employers sign letter to lawmakers urging action before the end of session MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce – the combined state

WMC Promotes Evan Umpir to General Counsel
MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) – the combined state chamber and manufacturers’ association – announced on Tuesday the promotion of Evan Umpir. In