TUE PM Update: Assembly panel approves package of bills to help farmers

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — An Assembly panel today threw bipartisan support behind two tax cuts targeted largely to farmers while pumping more money into one of the Gov. Tony Evers’ proposals to help the struggling ag industry. The most expensive piece of the Assembly GOP package is an income tax credit for farmers that amounts to $27.3 million a year. 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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Pro-Life Wisconsin: Assembly Health Committee to hear Wisconsin Personhood Amendment

CONTACT: Matt Sande, Legislative Director P: 262.352.0890 E: Matt.S@ProLifeWI.org Madison, WI –  The Assembly Committee on Health will hold a public hearing on Assembly Joint Resolution (AJR) 130, known as the Wisconsin Personhood Amendment, this Thursday at the State Capitol. The legislation would amend the Wisconsin Constitution to apply personhood rights to preborn children at all stages of development. An amendment to the Wisconsin Constitution requires passage in two successive legislatures followed by a simple majority vote of the people. The Governor’s signature is not required. Pro-Life Wisconsin (PLW) Legislative Director Matt Sande will offer public testimony in support of AJR 130. Attorney Gualberto

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Assembly passes free expression bill, Dems deem it unnecessary

The Assembly today passed a bill that would establish mandatory punishments for UW System students who “materially or substantially disrupt the free expression of others.” But Dems quickly decried the bill as unnecessary, saying it would have a chilling effect on free speech guaranteed under the First Amendment. Rep. Jimmy Anderson, D-Fitchburg, called the bill “an internet commenter’s interpretation of the First Amendment.” The bill passed 62-37 with GOP Rep. Shae Sortwell, of Two Rivers, joining Dems in opposition. It now heads to the Senate. “We live in the United States of America where we should be allowed to have

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Rep. Moore: Statement on President Trump’s FY2021 budget proposal

The Trump Administration unveiled a budget for the 2021 fiscal year that includes severe cuts to critical programs and initiatives that Americans rely on. In response, Congresswoman Moore released the following statement: “Trump’s budget exposes his lies to the American people, his cruelty towards our most vulnerable, and his stunning duplicity. This past weekend, he promised to not cut Social Security and Medicare. When disregarding his rhetoric and focusing on his actions, this promise once again, rings hollow. His budget reveals his blatant disregard for Americans’ needs to put food on the table, and to access affordable housing, health care

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Gov. Evers asks for federal disaster assistance in southeastern Wisconsin

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers has submitted a request for a federal disaster declaration for three southeastern Wisconsin counties damaged by severe winter storms that occurred Jan. 10-12. The request, made in a letter Monday to President Donald Trump, could make Milwaukee, Racine and Kenosha counties eligible for federal disaster assistance to repair damage to public infrastructure along the Lake Michigan shoreline. “Large waves and shoreline flooding across southeastern Wisconsin badly damaged infrastructure that helps protect communities and enhances the valuable natural resource that is Lake Michigan,” Gov. Evers said. “Federal disaster assistance would help ensure those areas can be repaired quickly

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AG Kaul talks about internet safety on ‘Protect Kids Online’ podcast for “Safer Internet Day”

MADISON, Wis. –  A new episode of Protect Kids Online, a podcast by the Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force, featuring Attorney General Josh Kaul was released today. February 11, 2020 is Safer Internet Day and aims to increase awareness of emerging online issues and advocate safe and positive use of digital technology among all users, especially young people. “Our communities are safer when people are safe online,” said Attorney General Kaul. “Safer Internet Day provides a good reminder of the importance of being aware of dangers that can be present on the Internet.” During the

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AFL-CIO: President Bloomingdale thanks Sen. Miller for standing with Wisconsin working families

Stephanie Bloomingdale, President of the Wisconsin AFL-CIO released the following statement, thanking Senator Mark Miller for fighting for union families while in office. “Senator Mark Miller has been a steadfast advocate for the rights of working people in Wisconsin. Workers will never forget that as Minority Leader during the Act 10 protests, Senator Miller fought tirelessly to protect collective bargaining freedoms in Wisconsin as a leader of the “Fab 14.” Senator Miller’s record speaks for itself. After 22 years in office, Senator Miller will leave the Wisconsin legislature with a Wisconsin AFL-CIO working families lifetime voting record of 98% in the

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WCMA applauds Assembly Committee passage of export, dairy processor grant boosts

MADISON – The Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA) applauded today’s bipartisan passage of two key dairy industry bills through the Assembly Committee on Agriculture. Special Session Assembly Bill 6, as proposed by Governor Tony Evers, boosts state dairy export endeavors with an investment of $1 million, with an amendment from Rep. Tony Kurtz (R-Wonewoc) holding the potential for up to $5 million in funding.  Special Session Assembly Bill 7, as proposed by Governor Tony Evers, increases funding for the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection dairy processor grant program by $1 million, with an amendment from Rep. Loren

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Rep. Subcek: Put victims first by passing bipartisan Bill (AB 214/SB 200) to eliminate future backlogs for sexual assault kits

MADISON – Today, Representative Lisa Subeck (D-Madison) called on Republican leadership in the State Assembly to immediately schedule a vote on Assembly Bill 214/Senate Bill 200 (AB 214/SB 200) to prevent future backlogs of testing of sexual assault kits. Wisconsin recently eliminated a longstanding backlog with the help of a federal grant program. Under the previous administration, untested kits had sat in storage with law enforcement agencies across the state, never making it to the state crime lab for testing. Without legislation outlining a procedure to ensure kits make it to the state crime lab for prompt testing moving forward,

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Hoyer campaign: Brown County supervisor announces run for State Assembly

Contact: Erik Hoyer (920) 366-1396 ewhoyer@hotmail.com Allouez, WI — Today four-term Brown County Supervisor Dr. Erik Hoyer announced his candidacy as a Democrat for the 4th Wisconsin Assembly District. “I am running because I have the combination of collaborative leadership skills and common-sense fiscal insight needed in Madison and the drive to serve all who live in District 4” said Hoyer. Issues that are important to Dr. Hoyer’s candidacy include prison reform, safeguarding of our natural resources, and human services.  While on the board, he was the chair of the Human Services Committee and the Mental Health Subcommittee. “My work in human

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Dept. of Health Services: Winnebago Mental Health Institute Admissions Unit now serving patients

Wisconsin Department of Health Services Secretary-designee Andrea Palm has officially opened the new admissions unit at the Winnebago Mental Health Institute in Oshkosh. The new unit is part of a series of investments being implemented this year across the state’s mental health services system to ensure people have access to a full range of prevention, early intervention, treatment, and recovery support services. “The admissions unit at Winnebago Mental Health Institutes provides a dedicated space to address the immediate needs of a new patient,” Palm said. “It’s another step toward achieving our vision of providing person-centered care to all patients. By separating

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Pro-Life Wisconsin: Assembly Health Committee to hear Wisconsin Personhood Amendment

CONTACT: Matt Sande, Legislative Director P: 262.352.0890 E: Matt.S@ProLifeWI.org Madison, WI –  The Assembly Committee on Health will hold a public hearing on Assembly Joint Resolution (AJR) 130, known as the Wisconsin Personhood Amendment, this Thursday at the State Capitol. The legislation would amend the Wisconsin Constitution to apply personhood rights to preborn children

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Assembly passes free expression bill, Dems deem it unnecessary

The Assembly today passed a bill that would establish mandatory punishments for UW System students who “materially or substantially disrupt the free expression of others.” But Dems quickly decried the bill as unnecessary, saying it would have a chilling effect on free speech guaranteed under the First Amendment. Rep. Jimmy

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Rep. Moore: Statement on President Trump’s FY2021 budget proposal

The Trump Administration unveiled a budget for the 2021 fiscal year that includes severe cuts to critical programs and initiatives that Americans rely on. In response, Congresswoman Moore released the following statement: “Trump’s budget exposes his lies to the American people, his cruelty towards our most vulnerable, and his stunning

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Gov. Evers asks for federal disaster assistance in southeastern Wisconsin

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers has submitted a request for a federal disaster declaration for three southeastern Wisconsin counties damaged by severe winter storms that occurred Jan. 10-12. The request, made in a letter Monday to President Donald Trump, could make Milwaukee, Racine and Kenosha counties eligible for federal disaster assistance to

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Hoyer campaign: Brown County supervisor announces run for State Assembly

Contact: Erik Hoyer (920) 366-1396 ewhoyer@hotmail.com Allouez, WI — Today four-term Brown County Supervisor Dr. Erik Hoyer announced his candidacy as a Democrat for the 4th Wisconsin Assembly District. “I am running because I have the combination of collaborative leadership skills and common-sense fiscal insight needed in Madison and the drive

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