TUE PM Update: Trump vows to ‘protect our jobs’ in Kenosha speech; Parisi passes on 2018 guv bid

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers – DO NOT FORWARD From WisPolitics.com … — President Donald Trump signed an executive order today following a speech at Kenosha-based manufacturer Snap-on Inc. that he said is aimed at boosting the federal government’s use of American made goods and ensuring companies hire American workers. “We’re going to do everything in our power to make sure more prod… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options. Username or E-mail Password * Remember Me     Forgot Password

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Bill would let robots make deliveries on sidewalks

Lawmakers today heard public testimony on a bill that would let robots take to the sidewalks to make customer deliveries across the state. The hearing also featured a 35-pound cooler-shaped and Estonia-made delivery robot from the European company Starship Technologies, whose representatives spoke in favor of the bill. That legislation, SB 148, would help show Wisconsin is responsive to new busine… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options.

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Advocates praise homelessness bills at committee hearing

Advocates fighting homelessness praised four GOP-authored bills today that they said are a much-needed step forward, though they won’t fully solve the problem. The advocates said at a committee hearing there’s much more the state needs to do, particularly on preventing homelessness. But they also noted the effort is the most significant from the state in a long time and would help the more than 26… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options.

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Rep. Allen: Calling for better cell tower regulation

Contact: Dan Hubert, (608) 266-8580 State Representative Scott Allen has released a video calling for better cell tower regulation. The demand for data and reliability means that cell companies need more cell towers.  While almost everyone is using a cell phone these days, not everyone likes the prospect of their neighbor putting a 200-foot cell tower in their back yard. AB 130, introduced by Rep. Allen, would be a reasonable adjustment to current law, and allow local governments to restrict cell tower placement a certain distance from property lines. You can watch the video at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qjVoUQcrvEA The 97th Assembly District includes

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Vukmir, co-authors lay out bill partially repealing minimum markup law

Sen. Leah Vukmir and three fellow GOP lawmakers today laid out a bill that would repeal the state’s minimum markup law on prescription drugs and any retail merchandise that isn’t groceries, short of the full repeal they sought last session. The decades-old Unfair Sales Act, which prohibits retailers from selling products below their costs, has been the target of conservative groups who say it impe… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options.

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Parisi becomes latest Dem to opt out of 2018 run against Walker

Dane County Exec Joe Parisi said today he’s not running for governor, making him the most recent Dem to opt out of challenging Gov. Scott Walker in 2018. Calling county government the “nuts and bolts” where local leaders have the “tools to address” challenges, Parisi told WisPolitics.com he’d rather stay in a role where he can “make the biggest difference.” “State and federal government is so pola… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options.

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Milwaukee Alds. Stamper II, Rainey: Sherman Park housing initiative receives final Council approval

Contact: Ald. Russell W. Stamper, II, (414) 286-2221 Ald. Khalif J. Rainey,  (414) 286-2863 On a unanimous vote of members present, the Common Council today approved selling up to 100 city-owned foreclosed properties in the Sherman Park area for $1 per property to six city-approved buyers. According to Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II, the resolution approved by the Council authorizes the $1 property sales and housing rehabilitation grants through theMilwaukee Employment/Renovation Initiative. The six buyers were selected through a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) process, and the city has entered into grant agreements with those buyers, using funds provided by the Wisconsin

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Sens. Vukmir, Craig and Reps. Ott, Murphy: Author bill on Tax Day to allow consumers to stretch dollars further

Contact: Sen. Vukmir, (608) 266-2512   Rep. Ott, (608) 266-0486   MADISON, Wis. – Sens. Leah Vukmir and David Craig and Reps. Jim Ott and Dave Murphy introduced a bill Tuesday that would repeal portions of Wisconsin’s Unfair Sales Act by allowing for the sale of prescription drugs and retail merchandise at below cost.   “Under current law, Wisconsin-based businesses are at a competitive disadvantage against online and out-of-state retailers, a complete absurdity that should be rectified,” said Vukmir, R–Brookfield. “This mandated markup on prescription drugs and merchandise results in Wisconsin seniors and families paying more for their goods. Repealing this required cost

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WisGOP: Republicans working to shake up the Washington status quo

Contact: Alec Zimmerman, (608) 257-4765 [Madison, WI]— President Trump will sign executive orders in Kenosha today encouraging policies that “Buy American, Hire American.”  The Republican Party of Wisconsin released the following statement in regards to the president’s visit: “Last November Wisconsin voters chose bold reforms over more Washington games when President Trump won Wisconsin,” said Alec Zimmerman, spokesman for the Republican Party of Wisconsin.  “While Democrats like Senator Tammy Baldwin play political games and pay lip-service to issues like Buy American, Republicans are shaking up the Washington status quo and getting real results for hard-working Wisconsin families.”

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Janesville League of Women Voters: May 2 Annual Meeting at 29 South Cafe

For more information contact: Katie Kuznacic President, Janesville League of Women Voters Cell: 262-903-1396 JANESVILLE, WI – Come to the Janesville League of Women Voters Annual Meeting on Tuesday, May 2, 2017 at 5:30 p.m. in the 29 South Cafe on Main Street in Janesville, Wis. Members and non-members will have time to socialize and enjoy light refreshments before the meeting starts at 6 p.m. The $10 admission pays for the refreshments while you learn about the activities and issues the Janesville league supports. New members who join the league that evening — your admission is waived. Come see how

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Bill would let robots make deliveries on sidewalks

Lawmakers today heard public testimony on a bill that would let robots take to the sidewalks to make customer deliveries across the state. The hearing also featured a 35-pound cooler-shaped and Estonia-made delivery robot from the European company Starship Technologies, whose representatives spoke in favor of the bill. That legislation,

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Advocates praise homelessness bills at committee hearing

Advocates fighting homelessness praised four GOP-authored bills today that they said are a much-needed step forward, though they won’t fully solve the problem. The advocates said at a committee hearing there’s much more the state needs to do, particularly on preventing homelessness. But they also noted the effort is the

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Rep. Allen: Calling for better cell tower regulation

Contact: Dan Hubert, (608) 266-8580 State Representative Scott Allen has released a video calling for better cell tower regulation. The demand for data and reliability means that cell companies need more cell towers.  While almost everyone is using a cell phone these days, not everyone likes the prospect of their neighbor

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Parisi becomes latest Dem to opt out of 2018 run against Walker

Dane County Exec Joe Parisi said today he’s not running for governor, making him the most recent Dem to opt out of challenging Gov. Scott Walker in 2018. Calling county government the “nuts and bolts” where local leaders have the “tools to address” challenges, Parisi told WisPolitics.com he’d rather stay

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WisGOP: Republicans working to shake up the Washington status quo

Contact: Alec Zimmerman, (608) 257-4765 [Madison, WI]— President Trump will sign executive orders in Kenosha today encouraging policies that “Buy American, Hire American.”  The Republican Party of Wisconsin released the following statement in regards to the president’s visit: “Last November Wisconsin voters chose bold reforms over more Washington games when President

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