MILWAUKEE – Today, Governor Tony Evers, Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu, and Assembly Speaker Robin Vos announced a historic and bipartisan agreement to increase shared revenue for Wisconsin communities and provide Milwaukee County and the City of Milwaukee the authority to enact a sales tax to generate the funding necessary to fund critical public services. Milwaukee County Board Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson made the following statement:  “This deal presents a generational opportunity for us to address long-standing fiscal challenges and inequities that our county and state have faced for far too long. If we want to become the healthiest county in the state of Wisconsin,

“I appreciate all the hard work that has gone into this legislation.  As we approach the finish line, our top objective is within sight.  We have a proposed remedy to the fiscal challenges Milwaukee faces. “There are aspects to this legislation that I strongly object to.  However, through the give-and-take, no party to these negotiations is completely satisfied with final product. “The Governor has played an essential role in bringing the legislation to this point, and legislative leaders deserve significant credit. “To be clear, there are steps ahead before the city’s top concerns are fully resolved.  I will work with

MADISON – Following the announcement that Assembly Speaker Robin Vos, Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu and Governor Tony Evers came to a tentative agreement on education funding, the Wisconsin Coalition for Education Freedom (WCEF) issued the following statement: “Parents across Wisconsin owe gratitude to Speaker Robin Vos and Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu. Through their leadership, Wisconsin will once again be a leader in education freedom and empowering parents. “The agreement announced today was made possible by their focused leadership and the support of their legislative colleagues. Funding students more equally ranks as one of the top achievements in Wisconsin’s pioneering school

With today’s announcement of a compromise agreement from the Governor and Republican Leadership in the Legislature, we look forward to examining the final details of the legislation when they become available. As we have done throughout this process, the Milwaukee Common Council will continue to discuss the proposal with the community as we determine its impact on the future of the City of Milwaukee.

Madison – Representative Barbara Dittrich (R – Oconomowoc) proudly stood with Assembly leadership and fellow legislators at a press conference announcing a settled negotiation between both chambers of the Legislature and Governor Evers on the shared revenue package. “When it comes to negotiations in the State Capitol, no one ever gets everything they want,” stated Rep. Dittrich. “While I will always believe the taxpayers of Milwaukee should have to vote on whether or not to raise their sales tax, there are more positive components to this bill that make it worthy of my strong support.” The shared revenue bill includes an

WEST ALLIS – School Choice Wisconsin issued the following statement after Assembly Speaker Robin Vos and Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu announced legislation to strengthen and solidify the school choice programs in Wisconsin with increased per-pupil funding. “This is great news, not only for the students and families that participate in Wisconsin’s choice programs, but for the entire state,” SCW President Nicholas Kelly said. “Students in our private choice schools grow academically and spiritually in our classrooms and are beacons of hope in our communities once they graduate. This important funding will ensure these opportunities exist for a long time.

Madison – Today, Representative Bob Donovan (R-Greenfield) gave a statement following an agreement between the Legislature, the Governor, and local Milwaukee officials. Rep. Donovan said: “I think we can all breathe a sigh of relief finally. After back and forth, an agreement has been reached in regards to shared revenue. This is a win for municipalities across Wisconsin. Although sometimes the debate was contentious, I’m glad that we can deliver real change to Wisconsinites.” “I’ve said it once and I will say it again. Extra shared revenue only matters if we reinvest in public safety in a meaningful way. Without public safety,

Madison – On June 8th , the legislature unveiled a deal which will reform the state’s shared revenue program, increase funds for public safety and education, and eliminate the personal property tax. State Senator Dan Knodl (R-Germantown) issued the following statement: “The legislature has been listening to our local governments and how they have been struggling, and I am happy to say that this bill responsibly addresses their concerns. After a long process involving much negotiation, I can confidently say that this legislation will benefit the entire state of Wisconsin for years to come with a record investment. “It is

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07), joined by seven members of Congress, introduced H.R. 3930, the Milk is Indisputably Liked by Kids Act of 2023 – or MILK Act for short. This legislation would amend the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act to require schools to offer flavored milk under the school lunch program. Earlier this month, the Wall Street Journal reported that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is considering banning chocolate milk from elementary and middle schools. This comes after the USDA issued a proposed rule in February that would set new nutrition standards for school meals, including limiting added sugars and sodium. If

Madison – Senator Jesse James (R- Altoona) issued a statement regarding today’s shared revenue announcement: “Today we celebrate providing our local governments with historic funding, as well as supporting our local law enforcement entities and bolstering school choice. I applaud my colleagues for their hard work in ironing out these details.” “I want constituents to know that we have heard their requests to support local entities, fund EMS, increase funds for public schools, and remove the obsolete personal property tax.” “This is a positive step for our state, and I believe that we can look forward to more great decisions