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Republicans seeks to dismiss lawsuit against abortion ban
Democratic Gov. Tony Evers and Attorney General Josh Kaul sued the Republican legislative leadership to block the state ban just days after the U.S. Supreme Court ended the constitutional right to an abortion when it overturned Roe v. Wade in June.
Wisconsin Attorney General touts success of Speak Up, Speak Out tip line
“Anybody in a school community, whether it’s a student, a teacher, a principal, can reach out and contact Speak Up, Speak Out if they have a concern about anybody in that community,” Kaul added.
GOVERNOR EVERS SLAMS LATEST DELAY BY REPUBLICANS OVER RELEASING FUNDS TO TREAT OPIOID ABUSE IN WISCONSIN
The funds were awarded as part of agreements that Attorney General Kaul entered into with pharmaceutical companies, settling the state’s legal claims. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) received its first $6 million payment on July 29 to begin using immediately, while the remaining $25 million is expected by the end of the calendar year.
WI A.G. APPLAUDS CANCELED STUDENT DEBT
A-G Josh Kaul yesterday applauded President Biden for canceling three-point-nine billion-dollars in debt for over 200 thousand students who took classes at the ITT Technical Institute.
Wisconsin starts receiving millions of dollars from settlements with opioid manufacturers
This month Wisconsin received $6 million of the more than $400 million expected from court settlements with the makers of highly addictive and potentially lethal opioids. We talk to Attorney General Josh Kaul about how the money will help communities hit hardest by the opioid epidemic.
Legislature's Joint Finance Committee objects to Gov. Evers' plan for $31 million opioid settlement money
“Wisconsin communities need funding to fight the opioid epidemic now,” Kaul said.
Wisconsin DOJ joins coalition to protect student loan borrowers
“These proposed regulations would provide critical student loan debt relief to many borrowers,” said Attorney General Josh Kaul. “While more can and should be done to address the student loan debt crisis, these regulations represent substantial progress.”
Wisconsin Republicans delay response to Evers administration lawsuit challenging state's 1849 abortion law
Democratic Gov. Tony Evers and Attorney General Josh Kaul filed the lawsuit arguing that a 1985 law allowing abortions up to the point of a fetus' viability supersedes Wisconsin's 1849 ban on nearly all abortions.
Deadline extended in lawsuit against 1849 abortion law, AG Kaul expects response this month
Attorney General Josh Kaul says it's common to ask for an extension. But as thousands of Wisconsin women and families know, every day could matter. Attorney General Kaul said, "I want to get clarity as quickly as possible and hopefully restore access to safe and legal abortion in Wisconsin."
Governor Evers stops to promote “Doing the Right Thing" tour
Kaul talked about his work improving water and air quality, standing up to pharmaceutical companies and addressing the opioid epidemic.
Wisconsin to see millions of dollars in opioid-related settlements
Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul announced earlier in the week that the state is slated to receive more than $500 million in opioid-related settlements.
AG Kaul: Wisconsin joins nationwide task force to cut down on illegal robocalls
Attorney General Josh Kaul announced Tuesday that Wisconsin is joining a nationwide Anti-Robocall Litigation Task Force to cut down on illegal robocalls.
Wisconsin joins nationwide task force aimed at cutting down on illegal robocalls
Attorney General Josh Kaul is joining 50 attorneys general to investigate and take legal action against companies that they believe are responsible for bringing foreign robocalls to the United States.
Wisconsin DOJ reaches preliminary agreement with opioid manufacturer
The Wisconsin DOJ stated that the agreement in principal with Teva was made on key financial terms and will provide up to $4.25 billion over 13 years to states and local governments participating in the settlement.
Wisconsin DOJ agrees to 12-state $4.25B lawsuit settlement against opioid maker
“Our efforts to pursue accountability from companies whose unlawful conduct contributed to the opioid crisis continue,” said Attorney General Josh Kaul. “This agreement, if finalized, will mark another significant step forward in bringing resources to Wisconsin for fighting this epidemic.”
AG Kaul joins coalition arguing that Ala. congressional maps must be redrawn
“This case is yet another attack on voting rights,” Kaul said. “The Supreme Court should reject this attempt to further undermine the Voting Rights Act.”
Tony Evers, Josh Kaul announce lawsuit to recover massive costs from 'forever chemical' contamination in Wisconsin
Evers and Kaul made the announcement on French Island — a community outside of La Crosse where PFAS contamination stemming from the La Crosse Regional Airport has polluted private wells in the area.
Democrat Kaul takes in nearly $860,000 over 6 months
Democratic Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul raised nearly $860,000 over the first half of the year and reported having more than $1.9 million cash on hand for his reelection bid this fall.