Commutations are back. Here’s what incarcerated people and their loved ones should know.
For the first time in decades, Wisconsin prisoners will be able to apply to have their sentences commuted, Gov. Tony Evers announced last week. Wisconsin Watch talked to three experts about how prisoners and their families can learn more and prepare.
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Are doula services covered under Wisconsin Medicaid?
No. Wisconsin is among the minority of states that do not reimburse for Medicaid coverage of doula care.
Has We Energies donated thousands of dollars to Tom Tiffany?
Yes. Records show a related PAC has contributed more than $10,000 to the GOP gubernatorial candidate since 2010.
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