WILL Celebrates 14 Years! 

HHS Investigates Multiple Hospitals Following WILL Legal Complaints

The United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) just announced two new federal investigations against discriminatory DEI education and training programs at major academic medical centers—Johns Hopkins University and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital.

HHS’s investigations are in response to complaints filed by the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL), on behalf of its client Do No Harm (DNH).

Months ago, HHS also announced an investigation into the Cleveland Clinic following WILL’s complaint regarding racially discriminatory DEI patient-care programs. The federal government’s investigations into these healthcare systems represent the first major federal inquiry into the legality of DEI practices in healthcare in response to President Trump’s executive orders.

WILL Associate Counsel, Cara Tolliver, stated, “America’s healthcare systems and medical training institutions face a reckoning, and the Trump-Vance Administration has shown a clear willingness to end government-funded racial discrimination. WILL is prepared to eliminate as many illegal programs as possible.”

WIN: MPS Follows the Law After WILL Lawsuit

School Resource Officers (“SROs”) were placed in Milwaukee Public Schools (“MPS”) this week because of a successful lawsuit and legal pressure applied by WILL on behalf of a MPS parent, Charlene Abughrin.

Milwaukee parent and WILL client, Charlene Abughrin, stated, “I am so grateful to see SROs back in MPS and for Milwaukee to take this small step towards bringing the focus back on learning, rather than letting students fear for their safety. This victory would not have been possible without the perseverance of the incredible team at the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty.” 

CELEBRATE! WILL Commemorates 14 Years Fighting for You!

This week, WILL celebrates 14 YEARS of defending freedom and liberty for Americans—work we believe is our "calling."

We would not be here without our generous supporters and clients willing to stand up for what's right. Thank you for making this work possible!

Cheers 🥂 to many more years!

Thank you, Congressman Tiffany, for visiting WILL

Our team met with Congressman Tom Tiffany this week to provide him with an update on Wisconsin’s education system and the important role school choice plays in our state!

We appreciate him coming by.

The Latest from Madison & Sunshine Week

Evers Considers Education Bill

The Wisconsin State Senate passed Assembly Bill 1, which would reverse actions over recent years by the Department of Public Instruction (DPI) that have lowered academic and performance standards for Wisconsin students. The bill now heads to Governor Evers for his consideration and the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty is publicly urging the governor to sign it.  Read the press release.

Sunshine Week

WILL's newest policy report, “Shining a Light: Enhancing Transparency and Accountability in Wisconsin’s Public Records Process," highlights several actionable reforms that would enhance government transparency and make it easier for citizens to hold their government accountable. 

WILL also held a virtual town hall to help keep citizens informed on the government transparency tools at their disposal to hold their government accountable.

Reminder: WILL To Hold Second Annual School Board Summit on May 9th

WILL invited school board members and district administrators for a day of professional development. 

Our event brings together experts from several facets of education policy as well as the legal arena.

The purpose is to educate and equip school board members with tools to prioritize student achievement, promote good governance, increase transparency, and enhance parental involvement.

Public school board members and candidates will find the topics particularly relevant, as well as charter and private school board members. District leaders, including superintendents, business managers, teachers and parents are all welcome to attend as there is something for everyone with multiple breakout sessions. The keynote this year will focus on cell phone usage in the classroom. 

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