Rep. Penterman: Housing reform package clears Assembly

Poised to Slash Construction Costs, Trim Red Tape, and Spark New Homebuilding Madison – Today, State Representative William Penterman (R-Hustisford) supported a package of legislation aimed at addressing Wisconsin’s housing crisis by lowering costs, cutting red tape, and expanding the supply

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Rep. Duchow: Assembly advances workforce housing package

Madison, WI – Today, Representative Cindi Duchow (R-Delafield) joined her Assembly colleagues in passing a workforce housing package designed to lower home prices and increase housing availability across Wisconsin. Excessive regulations can drive up housing costs, with studies estimating that

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Rep. Haywood: GOP housing package fails to meet moment

MADISON, Wis. – Today, the State Assembly passed a series of bills that sought to increase affordable housing for Wisconsinites. In response, Assembly Assistant Democratic Leader Representative Kalan Haywood (D-Milwaukee) released the following statement: “While these bills slightly move the needle

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Rep. Piwowarczyk: Backs housing reforms

Madison- With Wisconsin’s median home price jumping from $160,500 in 2015 to $338,000 today, homeownership has become out of reach for many people just starting out. Today, the Assembly is making it a top priority to reverse this trend. One

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U.S. Sen. Johnson: Joins bipartisan resolution supporting Israel and condemning Hamas’ heinous attack two years ago

WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined U.S. Sens. Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), John Fetterman (D-Pa.), and all Senate Republicans in a bipartisan resolution condemning Iran-backed Hamas terrorists and supporting an outcome to the war that ensures Israel’s security. The senators called for the release of all remaining hostages, including the remains

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Rep. Vining: “When we fail to fund the schools, housing costs rise.” –Rep. Robyn Vining on addressing housing affordability

MADISON– The Wisconsin State Assembly was in session today and passed a package of housing bills. Rep. Robyn Vining (D-Wauwatosa) released the following statement:  “Wisconsinites deserve affordable housing. Today we passed several bipartisan bills that address the cost of housing, but this isn’t enough. If we continue to fail to

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Rep. Penterman: Housing reform package clears Assembly

Poised to Slash Construction Costs, Trim Red Tape, and Spark New Homebuilding Madison – Today, State Representative William Penterman (R-Hustisford) supported a package of legislation aimed at addressing Wisconsin’s housing crisis by lowering costs, cutting red tape, and expanding the supply of attainable homes for working families. “These bills take meaningful

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Rep. Tittl: Emotional Support and Service Animal Protection Act passes Assembly

Madison, WI– Representative Paul Tittl (R-Manitowoc) applauds the Wisconsin State Assembly for passage of the Emotional Support/Service Animal Protection Act. “This bill lifts up legitimate emotional support/service animals and their owners”, said Tittl. “Passage of the legislation is a step in the right direction to fix misrepresentation.” Tittl’s bill makes

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Rep. Zimmerman: Votes for legislative package to address housing costs

River Falls, WI — Representative Shannon Zimmerman (R–River Falls) voted for a package ofbills to lower costs for home buyers and increase the supply of homes during today’s Assemblyfloor session. After passage, he released the following statement: “In recent years there are many individuals who are struggling to purchase their

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U.S. Rep. Van Orden: Releases statement on Mark Pocan town hall

PRAIRIE DU CHIEN, Wisc. — On Tuesday, Congressman Derrick Van Orden released the following statement in response to Democrat Mark Pocan hosting campaign-funded, politically motivated town hall in La Crosse during a government shutdown. “If Mark Pocan is so serious about healthcare and driving down costs, then he should be in Washington,

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Rep. Duchow: Assembly advances workforce housing package

Madison, WI – Today, Representative Cindi Duchow (R-Delafield) joined her Assembly colleagues in passing a workforce housing package designed to lower home prices and increase housing availability across Wisconsin. Excessive regulations can drive up housing costs, with studies estimating that zoning and permitting rules add up to $88,000 to the

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Rep. Neylon: Assembly votes to increase working class housing supply

Madison – Today, State Representative Adam Neylon (R-Pewaukee) joined Assembly Republicans to approve a slate of bills designed to address Wisconsin’s growing housing crisis by increasing the supply of affordable homes and streamlining development processes. The legislative package expands the use of Tax Increment Districts (TIDs) to support workforce housing,

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Rep. Haywood: GOP housing package fails to meet moment

MADISON, Wis. – Today, the State Assembly passed a series of bills that sought to increase affordable housing for Wisconsinites. In response, Assembly Assistant Democratic Leader Representative Kalan Haywood (D-Milwaukee) released the following statement: “While these bills slightly move the needle to create more affordable housing, they do not quite meet

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Rep. Piwowarczyk: Backs housing reforms

Madison- With Wisconsin’s median home price jumping from $160,500 in 2015 to $338,000 today, homeownership has become out of reach for many people just starting out. Today, the Assembly is making it a top priority to reverse this trend. One key strategy involves expanding the use of Tax Increment Districts

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Rep. Green: County forest administrator bill passes assembly

Madison, WI – Representative Chanz Green (R-Grand View) had his bill, Senate Bill 158, which updates county forest grant eligibility to fund half the salary and benefits of county forest administrators who meet new qualifications based on forestry or natural resources education and experience, pass the Assembly earlier today. “SB 158 expands

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Rep. Rivera-Wagner: Authors resolution honoring former Rep. Jim Soletski

MADISON – A joint resolution authored by Rep. Amaad Rivera-Wagner (D-Green Bay) honoring the life of former State Rep. Jim Soletski was passed unanimously today by the State Assembly. Assembly Joint Resolution 11 (AJR11), co-authored by Sen. Jamie Wall (D-Green Bay) and Rep. Ryan Spaude (D-Green Bay), recognizes “…the life and

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Rep. Kaufert: Funeral procession “Purple Light” Bill passes assembly

MADISON – A bill authored by Rep. Dean Kaufert [R–Neenah] and Senator Julian Bradley [R–New Berlin] to help prevent disruptions of funeral processions passed the State Assembly with bipartisan support. The bill (AB 302), commonly called the “Purple Light” Bill, allows funeral directors to utilize a flashing purple light to

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