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MADISON - Gov. Tony Evers today announced that he has once again visited each of Wisconsin's 72 counties in 2023, completing his fourth 72-county tour...

Regents approved the deal in a 11-6 vote despite ongoing concerns expressed by Democratic state leaders, UW students and staff. 

The Universities of Wisconsin Board of Regents voted 11 to 6 Wednesday night to approve a deal to cut spending on diversity, equity and inclusion in exchange for $800 million in funds held hostage by state Republicans, reversing a first vote held last Saturday that rejected the deal 9 to 8. 

The University of Wisconsin System accepted an $800 million deal with the state legislature on Wednesday that requires them to slash their DEI efforts, the AP reported.

The Universities of Wisconsin Board of Regents has voted to approve a deal with Republican legislators limiting DEI efforts in exchange for $800 million in funding.

The University of Wisconsin System accepted an $800 million deal with the state legislature on Wednesday that requires them to slash their diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) departments, according to the Associated Press.

The University of Wisconsin Board of Regents abruptly changed course Wednesday and approved a deal with state Republican lawmakers to limit diversity, equity, and inclusion programs in exchange for funds for new buildings and salary raises.

The Green Ribbon Commission was constituted in April to provide advice on the state’s Green Innovation Fund, the first environmental and clean energy fund in Wisconsin.

Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu, Gov. Tony Evers and Assembly Speaker Robin Vos are expected to meet Mon.

Gov. Tony Evers signed four bills Monday, including a bipartisan bill to support farmers and producers in protecting watersheds across the state by expanding eligibility for producer-led watershed protection grants.