Vos says it’s ‘too early to tell’ if Legislature will try to override Evers’ tax-cut veto

Assembly Speaker Robin Vos says it’s “too early to tell” if the Legislature will attempt to override Gov. Tony Evers’ veto of the GOP middle-class tax cut plan. Instead, the Rochester Republican said he’s planning to wait until the plan gains enough public support in order consider challenging the guv’s decision. Evers yesterday vetoed the bill, writing in his veto message the legislation failed t… 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  

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THU PM Update: Vos says it’s ‘too early to tell’ if Legislature will override Evers’ tax-cut veto

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — Assembly Speaker Robin Vos says it’s “too early to tell” if the Legislature will attempt to override Gov. Tony Evers’ veto of the GOP middle-class tax cut plan. Instead, the Rochester Republican said he’s planning to wait until the plan gains enough public support in order consider challenging the guv’s decision. Evers yesterda… 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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Gov. Evers: To remove restrictions on petroleum and propane transporters

Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov or 608-219-7443 MADISON – Governor Tony Evers issued Executive Order 12 exempting drivers of commercial motor vehicles transporting petroleum and propane from Wisconsin hours-of-service and weight requirements. The order comes in response to recent weather events that have closed terminals, the closure of the West Shore pipeline, industry requests, and tightening in the petroleum and propane markets which has resulted in increased wait times at terminals. “Petroleum is a vital resource for transportation and most of Wisconsin’s terminals are in the Southern part of the state. Recent weather conditions have presented increasing challenges to the delivery of petroleum

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WisPolitics Midday: Feb. 21, 2019

In today’s WisPolitics Midday update: Gov weighs in on laws passed in the extra session that he says limits his powers. WI Realtors Assn withdraws its endorsement of a Supreme Court candidate.

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Pro-Life Wisconsin: Governor Evers to restore public funding to Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin

Contact: Matt Sande, Legislative Director 262.796.1111 ext. 13 Matt.S@ProLifeWI.org Anna DeMeuse, Communications Director 262.796.1111 ext. 12 Anna.D@ProLifeWI.org Madison – Governor Tony Evers announced today his intention to restore public funding to Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin, the state’s largest abortion provider, as part of his state biennial budget proposal. His so-called “Healthy Women, Healthy Babies” initiative would eliminate current law provisions that redirect federal Title X and Title V Maternal and Child Health family planning funds away from organizations that perform or refer for abortions. Pro-Life Wisconsin Legislative Director Matt Sande offered the following comments: “Restoring family planning funds to Planned Parenthood of

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Rep. Steineke: Continues advocating to end homelessness

Contact: Rep. Jim Steineke (608) 266-2418 GREEN BAY – At a news conference today with local lawmakers and area homelessness advocates, Assembly Majority Leader Jim Steineke (R-Kaukauna) announced the introduction of a bill he authored that makes targeted investments in the State Shelter Subsidy Grant program. Additionally, it adds performance metrics to incentivize shelters to responsibly transition individuals into permanent housing. The legislation is part of a new package of eight bills, “A Hand for the Homeless,” which takes next steps towards combatting homelessness in Wisconsin. “Since beginning this work last session, I’ve been able to see first-hand how much

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U.S. Rep. Steil: Opens Racine and Kenosha Constituent Services Centers

Contact: Sally Fox Sally.Fox@mail.house.gov RACINE, WI—Following two ribbon cutting ceremonies, Bryan Steil announced the opening of Constituent Services Centers located in Racine and Kenosha Counties. Southeast Wisconsin residents now have three locations in the First District to receive assistance from Steil. “One of the most important parts of my job is being accessible to the people of Southeast Wisconsin. Our two new offices are conveniently located for those living in the Racine and Kenosha areas and give residents the opportunity to receive the assistance they need. I’m committed to providing the best constituent services possible and helping those in our community,” said

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Rep. Plumer: Supports plan to fight homelessness

Contact: Rep. Jon Plumer 608-266-3404 Madison – At a news conference at the Porchlight Men’s Shelter at Grace Episcopal Church in Madison, Rep. Jon Plumer (R-Lodi), along with Assembly Republican colleagues announced their latest initiative to fight homelessness. Plumer released the following statement: “First off, I want to thank the Interagency Council on Homelessness and Rep. Steineke’s office for their leadership on this extremely important issue. Homelessness is not just a problem in urban areas like Madison and Milwaukee – it is statewide. Thus, my colleagues and I have worked together to craft eight pieces of legislation to help homeless Wisconsinites

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WisDems: File federal lawsuit over Republicans’ lame-duck power grab

Contact: Courtney Beyer, courtneyb@wisdems.org MADISON — The Democratic Party of Wisconsin today filed a lawsuit in federal court to stop the unprecedented and illegal laws passed by Republicans during December’s lame-duck session. The laws, which stripped Governor Tony Evers and Attorney General Josh Kaul of their traditional powers shortly after they were elected, are being challenged under the United States Constitution’s Guarantee Clause, the First Amendment, and the Equal Protection Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment. Plaintiffs from each congressional district in Wisconsin are also part of the federal lawsuit, which alleges that the lame-duck laws are invalid because they effectively blunted

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Rep. Rohrkaste: Lends a hand in fight against homelessness

Contact: Rep. Mike Rohrkaste (608) 266-5719 Green Bay, WI – Representative Mike Rohrkaste (R-Neenah) joined area representatives and homeless advocates at the Micah Center in Green Bay to unveil a package of bills to address homelessness. Assembly Republicans today announced the introduction of the new “A Hand for the Homeless” initiative, comprised of eight bills. “Homelessness is an issue in Neenah just as it is in Green Bay, Milwaukee, Madison, Eau Claire, and other cities. It affects thousands of individuals,” said Rep. Rohrkaste. “This initiative will put resources behind ensuring everyone has an opportunity to thrive – that means housing and

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Gov. Evers: To remove restrictions on petroleum and propane transporters

Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov or 608-219-7443 MADISON – Governor Tony Evers issued Executive Order 12 exempting drivers of commercial motor vehicles transporting petroleum and propane from Wisconsin hours-of-service and weight requirements. The order comes in response to recent weather events that have closed terminals, the closure of the West Shore pipeline, industry

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WisPolitics Midday: Feb. 21, 2019

In today’s WisPolitics Midday update: Gov weighs in on laws passed in the extra session that he says limits his powers. WI Realtors Assn withdraws its endorsement of a Supreme Court candidate.

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Pro-Life Wisconsin: Governor Evers to restore public funding to Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin

Contact: Matt Sande, Legislative Director 262.796.1111 ext. 13 Matt.S@ProLifeWI.org Anna DeMeuse, Communications Director 262.796.1111 ext. 12 Anna.D@ProLifeWI.org Madison – Governor Tony Evers announced today his intention to restore public funding to Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin, the state’s largest abortion provider, as part of his state biennial budget proposal. His so-called “Healthy Women,

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Rep. Steineke: Continues advocating to end homelessness

Contact: Rep. Jim Steineke (608) 266-2418 GREEN BAY – At a news conference today with local lawmakers and area homelessness advocates, Assembly Majority Leader Jim Steineke (R-Kaukauna) announced the introduction of a bill he authored that makes targeted investments in the State Shelter Subsidy Grant program. Additionally, it adds performance

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U.S. Rep. Steil: Opens Racine and Kenosha Constituent Services Centers

Contact: Sally Fox Sally.Fox@mail.house.gov RACINE, WI—Following two ribbon cutting ceremonies, Bryan Steil announced the opening of Constituent Services Centers located in Racine and Kenosha Counties. Southeast Wisconsin residents now have three locations in the First District to receive assistance from Steil. “One of the most important parts of my job

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Rep. Plumer: Supports plan to fight homelessness

Contact: Rep. Jon Plumer 608-266-3404 Madison – At a news conference at the Porchlight Men’s Shelter at Grace Episcopal Church in Madison, Rep. Jon Plumer (R-Lodi), along with Assembly Republican colleagues announced their latest initiative to fight homelessness. Plumer released the following statement: “First off, I want to thank the Interagency

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WisDems: File federal lawsuit over Republicans’ lame-duck power grab

Contact: Courtney Beyer, courtneyb@wisdems.org MADISON — The Democratic Party of Wisconsin today filed a lawsuit in federal court to stop the unprecedented and illegal laws passed by Republicans during December’s lame-duck session. The laws, which stripped Governor Tony Evers and Attorney General Josh Kaul of their traditional powers shortly after they

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Rep. Rohrkaste: Lends a hand in fight against homelessness

Contact: Rep. Mike Rohrkaste (608) 266-5719 Green Bay, WI – Representative Mike Rohrkaste (R-Neenah) joined area representatives and homeless advocates at the Micah Center in Green Bay to unveil a package of bills to address homelessness. Assembly Republicans today announced the introduction of the new “A Hand for the Homeless” initiative,

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