The Wisconsin Counties Association, the League of Wisconsin Municipalities, and the Wisconsin Towns Association have been working closely with state leaders to craft a proposal that would provide one cent of the state’s five-cent sales tax to increase aid that goes to Wisconsin local governments. In his 2023 State of the State Address, Governor Tony Evers also expressed his openness to this proposal, stating he will be introducing a budget provision that would send up to 20 percent of sales tax revenue back to communities for shared revenue. The three groups have issued the following statement: “Both sides of the

Madison, WI — Wisconsin State Senator Eric Wimberger (R-Green Bay) issued the following statement regarding the Governor’s State of the State Address: “I am glad that after four years in office the Governor is finally able to celebrate the benefits that responsible budgets bring. As a new member of the budget committee, I am looking forward to helping turn another tax and spend wish list into a budget that delivers for taxpayers and all of Wisconsin” “I welcome the Governor’s sentiments on PFAS, but his words ring hollow as his administration continues to authorize spreading PFAS-laden biosolids at more than

MADISON, Wis. — In tonight’s State of the State address, Governor Tony Evers proved what many of us across zip codes, backgrounds, and income levels in Wisconsin already know: the Badger State is in a great position to grow our economy, come together across differences, and set Wisconsin families up to thrive. “Gov. Evers continues to listen to Wisconsinites, and deliver on what we say matters most to us as constituents,” said Chris Walloch, executive director of A Better Wisconsin Together. “He is building a strong economy and local infrastructure, supporting our public schools, fighting for reproductive freedoms, and investing in

MADISON – Today Governor Evers delivered his fifth State of the State Address. Governor Evers highlighted his accomplishments over the past four years and discussed what’s in store for Wisconsin’s future. Representative Ohnstad released the following statement:  “Governor Evers’ commitment to making sure Wisconsin is a great place to live, learn, and work is certainly refreshing. His previous investments to expand small businesses across all 72 counties has been life-changing for thousands of small business owners as they faced extreme challenges through the course of the pandemic.” “I’m excited to work with the Governor and my colleagues to maintain our

MADISON – Tonight, Governor Tony Evers delivered his fifth State of the State Address to a joint meeting of the Wisconsin State Legislature. Rep. Mike Bare (D-Verona) released the following statement: “I applaud Governor Evers for the successes of the past four years and appreciate his vision for continuing to move Wisconsin forward.” “With our state having its largest surplus in history, I’m pleased Governor Evers has a plan to make crucial investments in local government, schools, and our communities. As a small business owner, I’m grateful for his plan to maintain the state’s economic momentum by bolstering the state’s

Kenosha – Sen. Bob Wirch (D-Somers) issued the following statement after Governor Evers delivered his 2023 State of the State address: “The Governor’s speech tonight set the tone for what I hope will be a cooperative and productive session.  Our record budget surplus and unprecedented rainy day fund have us in position to do some big things; we should definitely give a portion of it back to the people who helped us build it – the middle and working class families of Wisconsin.  We are also able to make investments in education, homelessness, mental health, PFAS and clean energy, and shared

MADISON- Tonight, Governor Tony Evers delivered his fifth State of the State Address in Wisconsin State Capitol, where he highlighted his administration’s work over the past four years and looked ahead at what the next four years will hold. State Rep. Dora Drake (D-11th Assembly District, Milwaukee) released the following statement: Governor Evers has led our state by putting people first and by consistently doing what is right for everyone in Wisconsin. His investments in our small businesses and working families have put us in a strong position to tackle our challenges. By laying out a robust plan to strengthen our

Madison, Wis… Following Governor Tony Evers’ State of the State address, the Republican Party of Wisconsin released the following statement from WisGOP Chairman Brian Schimming:  “Governor Evers failed to propose any significant solutions to Wisconsin’s most pressing issues like inflation, rampant crime, workforce shortages, and struggling schools.  Evers’ speech was about throwing money at problems when most Wisconsinites are hoping for real solutions and tired of excessive spending.” — WisGOP Chairman Brian Schimming

Madison – Following Governor Tony Evers’ annual State of the State address this evening, IRG Action Fund CEO CJ Szafir issued the following statement in response: “We’ve seen many challenges facing the state, and we still need reforms. With no shortage of problems facing working families in Wisconsin, IRG Action is prepared to work across the aisle to deliver real results for our state. “We know that passing transformative tax reform remains a priority for so many looking to make ends meet. At a time when the economic forecast is uncertain, we should allow hardworking taxpayers and small businesses across the state to

MADISON – In reaction to Governor Tony Evers’ State of the State Address this evening, State Rep. Samba Baldeh (D-Madison) released the following statement: “Tonight, we heard Governor Tony Evers clearly lay out just how far we as a state have come in the last four years. Before Gov. Evers’ first election, Wisconsin’s schools were falling behind, our roads and bridges were falling apart, and people who wanted to work were falling through the cracks. But today, Wisconsin has made huge strides in all of these areas: after Gov. Evers’ historic investments in schools, our public schools are back in