TUE PM Update: Senate yet to confirm 150 Walker appointments; Hintz re-elected Assembly minority leader

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — The state Senate failed to confirm some 150 of Gov. Scott Walker’s appointments before adjourning the regular season, including PSC Commissioner Rich Zipperer. That means Gov.-elect Tony Evers could rescind all of them his first day in office unless senators act before year’s end. Even if the Senate acted on Zipperer’s nominati… 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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Rep. Hintz: Re-Elected to lead Assembly Democrats

For Immediate Release November 13, 2017 Contact: Aaron Collins, 608-237-9154 MADISON – Today, members of the Assembly Democratic Caucus held leadership elections for the 2019-2020 legislative session. Representative Gordon Hintz (D-Oshkosh) released the following statement following his re-election as Assembly Democratic Leader: “I am honored to be re-elected as Assembly Democratic Leader. Together, our caucus has made progress in advancing the issues facing our state and holding the Republicans in power accountable. Assembly Democrats look forward to working toward policy solutions that reflect our shared Wisconsin values in the upcoming legislative session. “Our work in the Assembly in creating a

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Assembly Dems re-elect Hintz as minority leader

Assembly Dems have re-elected Gordon Hintz as minority leader after the caucus gained one seat in the midterm elections. The Oshkosh Dem ran for the post unopposed. But a motion to re-elect him unanimously was shot down following Rep. Christine Sinicki’s objection, leading to a paper-ballot vote. The caucus also selected Dianne Hesselbein, of Middleton, as assistant minority leader over challenger David Crowley, of Milwaukee; and Steve Doyle, of Onalaska, as caucus vice-chair over Lisa Subeck, of Madison. And members re-elected Mark Spreitzer, of Beloit, as caucus chair; Beth Meyers, of Bayfield, as caucus secretary; and Sinicki, of Milwaukee, as

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Sen. Marklein: Statement on Governor-Elect Evers’ transition budget

View this email in your browser PDF of Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 13, 2018 CONTACT: Senator Howard Marklein, 608-266-0703 Joint Finance Committee Approves Transition Budget Madison, WI – Senator Howard Marklein offered the following statement on his vote to approve Governor-Elect Tony Evers’ transition budget: “I look forward to continuing to work on behalf of the 17th Senate District with my colleagues and with Governor-Elect Evers,” Marklein said. “The transition budget and transition process is essential for continuity of governance for the people we serve. Governor-Elect Evers and his team need time and resources to review and analyze

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WisPolitics Midday: Nov. 13, 2018

In today’s WisPolitics Midday update: Joint Finance Committee members approve Gov.-elect Tony Evers’ transition budget request. Assembly Democrats are meeting for leadership elections today. … 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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Sen. Hansen: Announces plans to re-introduce non-partisan redistricting bill

For Immediate Release Contact: Sen. Hansen November 13, 2018 608-266-5670 (Madison)—State Senator Dave Hansen (D-Green Bay) announced today that he will re-introduce legislation to create a non-partisan redistricting process. The announcement comes on the heels of the election of Tony Evers for Governor. Governor-elect Evers pledged during his campaign to end partisan gerrymandering. “With a new governor and redistricting coming up soon, now is the right time to pass legislation to create a non-partisan redistricting process. Voters in Wisconsin should have confidence that their votes count and that our elections are both fair and competitive,” said Hansen who has introduced

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JFC approves Evers transition budget

The Joint Finance Committee today quickly approved Tony Evers’ request for $94,600 to fund his transition team. The proposal was introduced and adopted by unanimous consent in just a matter of minutes, a rarity for the committee. Lawmakers also didn’t comment on the proposal before adopting it. Most of the $94,600 would cover seven staff positions, including transition director JoAnne Anton, who w… 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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Waukesha County Board of Supervisors: Pass 2019 Waukesha County Budget

Contact: Nicole Armendariz Email: narmendariz@waukeshacounty.gov Phone: 262-548-7902 (WAUKESHA, WI) – Today, the Waukesha County Board of Supervisors passed the 2019 Waukesha County Budget, 24-1. It will invest in public safety; roads and infrastructure; economic development; and the initial stages of the new courthouse project. County Executive Paul Farrow is expected to sign the 2019 Budget Friday morning. The 2019 Adopted Waukesha County Budget will cut the County tax rate for the fourth consecutive year while falling under the state revenue cap. The 4-year annual tax levy change will be 0.95%. The tax rate will drop from $1.95 to $1.89 per

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U.S. Department of Labor: Investigation results in Wisconsin assisted living facilities paying $113,701 in overtime back wages to 114 employees

Contacts: Scott Allen, 312-353-4727, allen.scott@dol.gov Rhonda Burke, 312-353-6976, burke.rhonda@dol.gov NEW FRANKEN, WI – Following an investigation by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division (WHD), Anna’s Healthcare Inc. will pay $113,701 in overtime back wages to 114 current and former employees at both of its Wisconsin residential healthcare facilities in New Franken and Sturgeon Bay. Violations of the overtime and recordkeeping requirements of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) were identified. WHD investigators found Anna’s Healthcare Inc. failed to accurately record the number of hours worked by hourly employees primarily employed as aides. The inaccurate recordkeeping led the employer to fail

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City of Milwaukee: Amended 2019 budget creates watchdog position, adds health outreach positions, and establishes neighborhood COP houses

Contact: Brian DeNeve (414) 286-3881 The Milwaukee Common Council today adopted an amended 2019 City of Milwaukee budget in the amount of about $1.54 billion. The budget would add specialized positions to tackle the most pressing health-related issues facing the city. It establishes an Inspector General Position to act as a watchdog for city agencies including the Health Department and adds four Community Outreach Liaisons and one Health Project Coordinator while creating a $425,000 special purpose account to address elevated blood level follow-up and lead hazard remediation, family and community health visits and communicable disease prevention.            “The struggles we went

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WisDOT: Two Fox Valley-area salvage dealers must close by year end due to fraud

Contact: Michael Domke, Division of Motor Vehicles (608) 267-2033, michaell.domke@dot.wi.gov The salvage dealer licenses of Gibson Iron Metal and Auto, Inc. in Neenah and Fox Valley Iron Metal & Auto Salvage, Inc. of Oshkosh were revoked by the state of Wisconsin for conducting fraudulent activities. The order, issued by Brian Hayes, Administrator of the Wisconsin Department of Administrations Division of Hearings and Appeals, determined the two motor vehicle salvage dealerships were in violation of state law. The judge ordered that the two salvage dealerships must immediately cease purchasing scrapped motor vehicles but will be allowed a wind-down period for the companies,

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Rep. Hintz: Re-Elected to lead Assembly Democrats

For Immediate Release November 13, 2017 Contact: Aaron Collins, 608-237-9154 MADISON – Today, members of the Assembly Democratic Caucus held leadership elections for the 2019-2020 legislative session. Representative Gordon Hintz (D-Oshkosh) released the following statement following his re-election as Assembly Democratic Leader: “I am honored to be re-elected as Assembly

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Assembly Dems re-elect Hintz as minority leader

Assembly Dems have re-elected Gordon Hintz as minority leader after the caucus gained one seat in the midterm elections. The Oshkosh Dem ran for the post unopposed. But a motion to re-elect him unanimously was shot down following Rep. Christine Sinicki’s objection, leading to a paper-ballot vote. The caucus also

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Sen. Marklein: Statement on Governor-Elect Evers’ transition budget

View this email in your browser PDF of Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 13, 2018 CONTACT: Senator Howard Marklein, 608-266-0703 Joint Finance Committee Approves Transition Budget Madison, WI – Senator Howard Marklein offered the following statement on his vote to approve Governor-Elect Tony Evers’ transition budget: “I look forward

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WisPolitics Midday: Nov. 13, 2018

In today’s WisPolitics Midday update: Joint Finance Committee members approve Gov.-elect Tony Evers’ transition budget request. Assembly Democrats are meeting for leadership elections today. … 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

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Sen. Hansen: Announces plans to re-introduce non-partisan redistricting bill

For Immediate Release Contact: Sen. Hansen November 13, 2018 608-266-5670 (Madison)—State Senator Dave Hansen (D-Green Bay) announced today that he will re-introduce legislation to create a non-partisan redistricting process. The announcement comes on the heels of the election of Tony Evers for Governor. Governor-elect Evers pledged during his campaign to

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JFC approves Evers transition budget

The Joint Finance Committee today quickly approved Tony Evers’ request for $94,600 to fund his transition team. The proposal was introduced and adopted by unanimous consent in just a matter of minutes, a rarity for the committee. Lawmakers also didn’t comment on the proposal before adopting it. Most of the $94,600

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Waukesha County Board of Supervisors: Pass 2019 Waukesha County Budget

Contact: Nicole Armendariz Email: narmendariz@waukeshacounty.gov Phone: 262-548-7902 (WAUKESHA, WI) – Today, the Waukesha County Board of Supervisors passed the 2019 Waukesha County Budget, 24-1. It will invest in public safety; roads and infrastructure; economic development; and the initial stages of the new courthouse project. County Executive Paul Farrow is expected

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U.S. Department of Labor: Investigation results in Wisconsin assisted living facilities paying $113,701 in overtime back wages to 114 employees

Contacts: Scott Allen, 312-353-4727, allen.scott@dol.gov Rhonda Burke, 312-353-6976, burke.rhonda@dol.gov NEW FRANKEN, WI – Following an investigation by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division (WHD), Anna’s Healthcare Inc. will pay $113,701 in overtime back wages to 114 current and former employees at both of its Wisconsin residential healthcare facilities in New

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