Vos expects to sign off on budget tomorrow

Assembly Speaker Robin Vos said he expressed frustration to Scott Walker that the guv enabled three senators to hijack the budget by promising them vetoes in exchange for their support. Still, the speaker said he expects to sign off on the budget tomorrow, a step needed before Walker can add his signature and wrap up a two-year budget that is now more than 11 weeks late. “I just think the hijack… 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

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TUE PM Update: Vos expects to sign off on budget tomorrow; Hintz elected Assembly minority leader

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — Assembly Speaker Robin Vos said he expressed frustration to Scott Walker that the guv enabled three senators to hijack the budget by promising them vetoes in exchange for their support. Still, the speaker said he expects to sign off on the budget tomorrow, a step needed before Walker can add his signature and wrap up a two-year … 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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Dept. of Justice: AG Schimel hails court decision upholding Wisconsin’s Right

Madison, Wisconsin – Today, the Wisconsin Court of Appeals District III upheld Wisconsin’s Right-to-Work law in International Association of Machinists v. Wisconsin,reversing the lower court’s judgment. Attorney General Brad Schimel hailed the decision and the work of the legal team at the Wisconsin Department of Justice. “The state has long argued Right-to-Work’s constitutionality and today, we were vindicated when the Appeals Court upheld the law and reversed the lower court’s ruling. This is another successful result by the Wisconsin Solicitor General’s Office, which has played a critical role in upholding the rule of law and advancing the interests of the State of

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Ryan talks tax reform at Harley-Davidson

House Speaker Paul Ryan told reporters his meeting with Harley-Davidson executives and union officials provided more evidence of the need for tax cuts and tax reform. Ryan, who pledges a tax reform framework will be unveiled next week reflecting the consensus of House and Senate committees and the White House, said American manufacturers like Harley Davidson are taxed at a higher rate than overseas competitors. And that puts them at a competitive disadvantage. “Tax reform can fix that,” Ryan said Monday following the meeting and tour at Harley-Davidson’s Menomonee Falls engine and transmission factory. “Tax reform can stop punishing companies

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Milwaukee Co. Board of Supv Chair Lipscomb: Pattern of Poor Judgment Revealed by String of Departures

Contact: Brian Rothgery, 414-278-4230 MILWAUKEE – County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr., spoke out Tuesday regarding a rapidly growing list of departures by high-level managers in the Abele administration under a cloud of questionable judgment or outright unethical behavior. “If true, the allegations against the County Executive’s airport director are extremely troubling. Violations of ethical standards are not just wrong, they undermine the trust that taxpayers have placed in us as public servants,” said Lipscomb. The most recent allegations of unethical behavior by his airport director come just a few months after an investigative reporter showed that County Executive Chris

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Dept. of Financial Institutions: Edvest celebrates 20 years of helping families save for college

Contact: George Althoff, Communications Director 608-261-4504 Madison, Wisconsin – Wisconsin’s 529 College Savings Plan, Edvest, celebrated its 20th anniversary today with a reception at the State Capitol. For two decades, Edvest has been helping Wisconsin families save for the cost of higher education. While a lot has changed over the years, one thing that hasn’t is Edvest’s commitment to make saving for college easier and more affordable for Wisconsin families. Governor Scott Walker earlier this year proclaimed September as 529 College Savings Program Month in commemoration of Edvest’s 20th anniversary. “Preparing students for a meaningful – and affordable – post-secondary educational experience has never

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Sen. Shilling: Republicans prioritize NRA over working families

Contact: Kate Constalie 608-266-5490 kate.constalie@legis.wi.gov Madison, Wisconsin – Despite concerns raised by school advocates, health professionals and law enforcement officials, legislation that would remove training requirements and give dangerous individuals greater access to firearms passed in the Senate Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety. In response, Senate Democratic Leader Jennifer Shilling (D-La Crosse) released the following statement: “At a time when wages remain stagnant and Wisconsin’s economy continues to fall behind the rest of the nation, it is unfortunate that Republicans continue to side with gun lobbyists over working families. Allowing anyone to carry a loaded, concealed firearm in public

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Kind sends out fundraising email for Grothman challenger Kohl

U.S. Rep. Ron Kind has sent out a fundraising appeal for 6th CD candidate Dan Kohl, saying he’s “the person that can bring bipartisanship back” to the district. Kohl, the nephew of former U.S. Sen. Herb Kohl, announced his bid this summer to challenge U.S. Rep. Glenn Grothman, R-Glenbeulah. Kind, D-La Crosse, said in an email to supporters that Kohl shares his “commitment towards working with all … 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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State appeals court upholds right-to-work law

A unanimous state appeals court today upheld Wisconsin’s right-to-work law, ruling while unions may have to spend resources in representing employees who do not pay them dues, that is not an unconstitutional taking. Instead, the 3rd District ruled, the right-to-work law only precludes unions from requiring non-members to pay dues for that representation. “Similarly, Act 1 does not require labor or… 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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Proposed constitutional amendment to increase crime victims’ rights clears Senate committee

A Senate committee today passed a proposed constitutional amendment that would increase the rights of crime victims. An amended version of the proposal, called Marsy’s Law, passed an Assembly committee earlier this month. The version that passed the Senate committee today on a 3-2 party-line vote also contains the same changes the Assembly panel signed off on. That includes two amendments that pa… 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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Senate committee approves amended constitutional carry bill

A Senate committee this morning OK’d along party lines an amended GOP bill that would allow constitutional carry over Dem objections that the legislation runs counter to what Wisconsin residents want. The bill, which was approved along with a substitute amendment on a 3-2 vote, would allow people to carry concealed guns without first getting a license, green-light the carrying of those weapons on … 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. Barca: Issues statement regarding Assembly Democratic Leadership Election

Contact: Olivia Hwang 608.266.5504 Madison – Assembly Democratic Leader Peter Barca (D – Kenosha) released the following statement this afternoon after the election of Rep. Gordon Hintz as the Minority Leader effective at the end of the month: “It has been a great privilege to serve as Minority Leader for the last seven years. As many folks who have served the citizens of Wisconsin know, this role is not an easy one. It requires a focus not only to the Wisconsin Democrats elected to serve their districts but to each and every Wisconsinite who relies on a fair and transparent

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Vos expects to sign off on budget tomorrow

Assembly Speaker Robin Vos said he expressed frustration to Scott Walker that the guv enabled three senators to hijack the budget by promising them vetoes in exchange for their support. Still, the speaker said he expects to sign off on the budget tomorrow, a step needed before Walker can add

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Dept. of Justice: AG Schimel hails court decision upholding Wisconsin’s Right

Madison, Wisconsin – Today, the Wisconsin Court of Appeals District III upheld Wisconsin’s Right-to-Work law in International Association of Machinists v. Wisconsin,reversing the lower court’s judgment. Attorney General Brad Schimel hailed the decision and the work of the legal team at the Wisconsin Department of Justice. “The state has long argued

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Ryan talks tax reform at Harley-Davidson

House Speaker Paul Ryan told reporters his meeting with Harley-Davidson executives and union officials provided more evidence of the need for tax cuts and tax reform. Ryan, who pledges a tax reform framework will be unveiled next week reflecting the consensus of House and Senate committees and the White House,

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Milwaukee Co. Board of Supv Chair Lipscomb: Pattern of Poor Judgment Revealed by String of Departures

Contact: Brian Rothgery, 414-278-4230 MILWAUKEE – County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr., spoke out Tuesday regarding a rapidly growing list of departures by high-level managers in the Abele administration under a cloud of questionable judgment or outright unethical behavior. “If true, the allegations against the County Executive’s airport director are

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Sen. Shilling: Republicans prioritize NRA over working families

Contact: Kate Constalie 608-266-5490 kate.constalie@legis.wi.gov Madison, Wisconsin – Despite concerns raised by school advocates, health professionals and law enforcement officials, legislation that would remove training requirements and give dangerous individuals greater access to firearms passed in the Senate Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety. In response, Senate Democratic Leader Jennifer

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Kind sends out fundraising email for Grothman challenger Kohl

U.S. Rep. Ron Kind has sent out a fundraising appeal for 6th CD candidate Dan Kohl, saying he’s “the person that can bring bipartisanship back” to the district. Kohl, the nephew of former U.S. Sen. Herb Kohl, announced his bid this summer to challenge U.S. Rep. Glenn Grothman, R-Glenbeulah. Kind,

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State appeals court upholds right-to-work law

A unanimous state appeals court today upheld Wisconsin’s right-to-work law, ruling while unions may have to spend resources in representing employees who do not pay them dues, that is not an unconstitutional taking. Instead, the 3rd District ruled, the right-to-work law only precludes unions from requiring non-members to pay dues

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Senate committee approves amended constitutional carry bill

A Senate committee this morning OK’d along party lines an amended GOP bill that would allow constitutional carry over Dem objections that the legislation runs counter to what Wisconsin residents want. The bill, which was approved along with a substitute amendment on a 3-2 vote, would allow people to carry

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