WisGOP: Teachers Union Tony Evers vetoes education bills

[Madison, WI] – Extending his record as the most veto-happy governor in over 150 years, Tony Evers vetoed nearly 30 bills today, including an education package that would have empowered parents with a bill of rights and delivered school choice for all. While the self-proclaimed

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Rep. Steineke: Gov. Evers vetoes clean water bill

MADISON – Assembly Majority Leader Jim Steineke (R-Kaukauna) responded to Governor Evers veto of Senate Bill 494 today. The bill would have provided private pond owners greater flexibility to implement proven treatment practices to better manage aquatic plants and invasive species. “Wisconsin is

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Rep. Penterman: Gov. Evers vetoes bills to strengthen our workforce

Madison, WI. Representative William Penterman (R-Columbus) released the following statement in response to Governor Tony Evers vetoing a number of bills that would have strengthened Wisconsin’s workforce. “I am disappointed that Governor Tony Evers decided to turn his back on businesses in Wisconsin by vetoing a package of bills designed

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GWAAR: Aging advocates support the Governor’s veto of medicaid bills that would make it more difficult to keep critical health care coverage

The Greater Wisconsin Agency on Aging Resources, Inc. (GWAAR) supports Governor Evers’ action today, vetoing two bills that would make it harder for low-income older adults, family caregivers, and others to obtain and keep critical health care coverage.   AB 934/SB 905 required Medicaid enrollees to reapply for program eligibility

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Sen. Stafsholt: “Best interest” legislation signed into law

Madison, WI – Today, Senate Bill 644 authored by Sen. Rob Stafsholt (R – New Richmond) relating to best interest in annuity transactions was signed into law by Governor Evers. “This law strengthens state statutes by requiring that before an annuity is sold, it is determined to be in the best interest of the consumer.

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Rep. Gundrum: When will Gov. Evers stand with parents and students?

Madison, WI – Representative Rick Gundrum (R-Slinger) has released the following statement after Governor Tony Evers vetoed several education reform bills: “During this session I worked on legislation with my colleagues that would put parents and students first when it comes to Wisconsin’s education system. Unfortunately, Governor Evers doesn’t seem

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Sen. Darling: Governor protects status quo with Friday vetoes

Madison – Governor Evers continues to veto needed educational reforms. Again on a Friday afternoon, the governor targeted parental rights with two of his vetoes. Both bills are part of the Empowering Parents Agenda authored by Senator Alberta Darling. She says it’s clear the governor didn’t even read the bills

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WisGOP: Teachers Union Tony Evers vetoes education bills

[Madison, WI] – Extending his record as the most veto-happy governor in over 150 years, Tony Evers vetoed nearly 30 bills today, including an education package that would have empowered parents with a bill of rights and delivered school choice for all. While the self-proclaimed “education governor” continues to do nothing to help solve the

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WMC: Disappointed in Gov. Evers’ decision to veto bill that would expand educational opportunities for families 

MADISON – Wisconsin Manufactures & Commerce (WMC) – the combined state chamber and manufacturers’ association – expressed frustration and disappointment with Gov. Tony Evers’ decision to veto Assembly Bill 970. The governor vetoed the bill on Friday that would have expanded educational opportunities for students and their families throughout the state. AB 970

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Rep. Steineke: Gov. Evers vetoes clean water bill

MADISON – Assembly Majority Leader Jim Steineke (R-Kaukauna) responded to Governor Evers veto of Senate Bill 494 today. The bill would have provided private pond owners greater flexibility to implement proven treatment practices to better manage aquatic plants and invasive species. “Wisconsin is known for its rich and abundant natural resources,” Rep. Steineke

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Rep. Tusler: Scores big win for small businesses

MADISON – Today, Governor Tony Evers signed Senate Bill 566 authored by Rep. Ron Tusler and Sen. Eric Wimberger. This bill is now 2021 Wisconsin Act 258. This law will make it easier to start a business and create jobs. Wisconsin has one of the lowest business creation rates in the

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