SJL Government Affairs: Transmission costs rising faster than inflation in Wisconsin, competitive bids turned in and awaiting results

Madison—New data shows that transmission rates charged by American Transmission Company (ATC) have increased by 43% since 2019, far outpacing 27% CPI inflation. As these costs continue to climb, preserving and promoting competition is more important than ever to help control costs on utility bills. Most energy infrastructure projects and

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WisPolitics-State Affairs, Wisconsin Technology Council: Sept. 16 panel looks at how the Trump tariffs are affecting the Wisconsin economy

Aug. 14, 2025 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jeff Mayers, WisPolitics-State Affairs, mayers@wispolitics.com MADISON – An expert panel on Sept. 16 will examine how President Trump’s tariffs are affecting the Wisconsin economy. The moderated panel discussion will be part of a WisPolitics-State Affairs luncheon at the Madison Club, 5 East Wilson

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Legislative Audit Bureau: Announces the Release of report 25-14, employes’ retirement system of the city of Milwaukee

The Employes’ Retirement System of the City of Milwaukee (Retirement System) was created in 1937 and is a cost-sharing, multiple-employer, defined-benefit pension plan with 29,223 members and a fiduciary net position of $6.0 billion as of December 31, 2024. The Retirement System is administered by a staff of 51 full-time equivalent positions. We provided an unmodified opinion

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