September 6, 2018 | Speaker Ryan Press Office | https://spkrryan.us/2M5pacr Summary: At his weekly press conference, Speaker Ryan spoke about how the growing economy has produced a job market full of opportunities, and discussed the work the House is doing to help job seekers gain the skills needed to fill the millions of available jobs. On The Right Economic Track “You know, I don’t know how many of you were around back at the end of the 1960s…maybe [John] Bresnahan, but… “Is he even here? “That’s the last time the number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits was this low. Forty-nine years ago.

Mayor Cory Mason 262-636-9111 “Today, the City of Racine mourns the loss of an incredibly dedicated public servant, father, and husband. Alderman Ray DeHahn spent more than 40 years serving the community he loved – as a bus driver, a county board supervisor, an alderman, and in so many other ways. This is a somber moment for us all. Just last night, Alderman DeHahn engaged in a lively debate during a Committee of the Whole meeting. It is hard to believe he is gone.” “Over the coming days and weeks, we will pause to reflect on the life and accomplishments

Contact: Amy Hasenberg, (608) 266-2839   Gov. Walker: Walker’s administration coordinating with Wisconsin communities in response to severe weather   MADISON – Governor Scott Walker’s Administration is coordinating with local governments, emergency managers, various organizations, and volunteers to make resources available to help those affected by the severe weather, heavy rains, and flooding that is impacting communities across Wisconsin. On August 29, 2018, Governor Walker declared a statewide state of emergency and directed all state agencies to assist as appropriate in the response and recovery efforts. “We thank all the individuals and organizations who have come together to provide the necessary

Contact: Jessica Ward, (608) 213-5939 Brookfield, Wis. — After immediately announcing opposition to Judge Brett Kavanaugh and refusing to do her job and meet with him before his Senate hearing, Senator Tammy Baldwin owes it to Wisconsinites to say whether she agrees with Senator Cory Booker’s unethical decision Thursday to release confidential records about racial profiling. “Senator Baldwin let Wisconsinites down by refusing to do her job and meeting with Judge Kavanaugh before his hearing. Voters deserve to know if she agrees with Booker’s unethical decision to release confidential documents,” said Leah Vukmir campaign manager Jess Ward. “Given Senator Booker

Contact: Madison Wiberg Madison.Wiberg@mail.house.gov Washington, D.C. – Today Rep. Mike Gallagher co-sponsored a bipartisan resolution to prohibit House members from serving on the boards of any publicly-held or publicly regulated companies. The resolution is similar to Senate Rule 37.6(a), which states no U.S. Senator “shall serve as an officer or member of the board of any publicly-held or publicly regulated corporation, financial institution, or business entity.” The Senate rule, however, includes exceptions for members who were serving on a board for at least two years prior to their election. The House resolution eliminates this exception and requires newly-elected members who serve on corporate

Contact: Amy Hasenberg, (608) 266-2839 MADISON – Between May 15 and July 2, 2018, almost 558,000 eligible families filed for the $100 Per-Child Tax Rebate. “It’s great to see almost $95 million returned to hardworking families throughout Wisconsin because of our $100 Per-Child Tax Rebate,” said Governor Walker. “Surplus dollars belong to the taxpayers, so it was only fitting to return those dollars through a child tax rebate and our Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday. We look forward to continue working to save taxpayer dollars and build on the more than $8 billion in cumulative tax relief enacted since taking office.”

For Immediate Release: September 6, 2018 Kevin Fischer, WHEDA, 414-227-2295 or 608-354-3580, kevin.fischer@wheda.com Two projects expected to create 329 affordable housing units Fitchburg – The Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) today announced the award of more than $2.1 million in State Housing Tax Credits to fund two multifamily developments in Fitchburg and the Town of Madison. The tax credits, which are distributed by WHEDA, will create 329 units of affordable rental housing. WHEDA Executive Director Wyman Winston made the announcement at the future site of Fitchburg Senior Apartments in Fitchburg, one of the state tax credit awardees. Developer E.J. Plesko

Media Contact: Andrew Iverson, Communications Director JANESVILLE, Wis. – First Congressional District candidate Bryan Steil’s campaign released the following statement regarding Randy Bryce’s false ad: Andrew Iverson, Steil Campaign Spokesman: “It is disappointing that our opponent has immediately resorted to name-calling and false attacks. The truth is Randy Bryce says one thing and does another. Our opponent says he is for working families, but his extreme proposals would raise taxes on working families. Bryan Steil is a problem solver who is offering real solutions so hardworking folks in Southeast Wisconsin can keep more of their paychecks. Bryan has spent the

Josh Wescott 608-266-9069 Chair, Dane County Board of Supervisors                                                            County Executive’s Office                  Dane County to Waive Construction Permit Fees for Flood Damage Victims  Help for Those Hit by High Waters, Resolution Authorizing Dane County’s Emergency Declaration Slated for Action This Evening Dane County homeowners who suffered severe damage as a result of recent flooding rains will get a bit of a break in the cost of rebuilding and repair thanks to action by County Executive Joe Parisi and the County Board of Supervisors. A resolution authorizing Dane County’s State of Emergency Declaration will be considered by the County Board this

Media Contact: Jerad Albracht, Senior Communications Specialist, 608-224-5007 or Bill Cosh, Communications Director, 608-224-5020 MADISON – College students never get scammed, right? Wrong. In fact, younger people who reported scams to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in 2017 lost money significantly more often than older consumers. The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) asks college students to study up on common scams, recognize the risks they present, and learn about ways to stay protected. “College-aged consumers who fell for financial scams in 2017 had a median loss of $400, which is a significant amount of money for a student

Contact: Sen. Jennifer Shilling (D – La Crosse) (608)266-5490 MADISON, WI – Senator Jennifer Shilling (D-La Crosse) offered the weekly Democratic radio address today. The audio file of this week’s address can be found here: http://media2.legis.wisconsin.gov/multimedia/Sen32/shillingradio090618.mp3 A written transcript of the address is below: “Hi, I’m State Senator Jennifer Shilling with this week’s Democratic Radio Address. “As students across Wisconsin head back to school, I want to take a minute to thank all of our educators, support staff and school officials who work their hardest to educate and care for our children. “For years, Republican budget cuts have reduced wages,

Contact: Amy Hasenberg, (608) 266-2839   VPI Corporation chose to create new jobs after Foxconn’s investment in Wisconsin   SHEBOYGAN – Governor Scott Walker today visited VPI Corporation to celebrate the company’s growth and continued commitment to the State of Wisconsin. VPI Corporation chose to hire additional workers starting at $21.00 per hour because of an expected increase in business brought on by Foxconn’s historic $10 billion investment in Wisconsin. VPI Corporation is a commercial flooring manufacturer in Sheboygan. The company has expanded significantly since 2005 going from 11 employees to more than 65 employees. “Wisconsin’s economy is thriving, and it

Media Relations 715-346-2490  ucm@uwsp.edu 715-346-3046 Sept. 6, 2018 UW-Stevens Point to mark opening of new Chemistry Biology Building  The community is invited to the grand opening of the new Chemistry Biology Building at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Friday, Sept. 14. A ribbon cutting ceremony will be held at 3 p.m. Friday, on the outside of south end of the building along Stanley Street. Building tours will follow from 3:30 to 6 p.m. The public may attend free of charge. The 176,500-square-foot facility features 58 research and teaching laboratories with science-on-display, two lecture halls, seven classrooms, a green roof, tropical conservatory (opening later this fall) and