MADISON – Today, Representative Angelina Cruz (D-Racine), alongside Representative Christian Phelps (D-Eau Claire), Senator Chris Larson (D-Milwaukee), and key constituents & community members, held a press conference to introduce the “Frozen Federal Funds Emergency Act”. This bill is a proposed stopgap that would require Wisconsin’s state legislature to convene a special session and allocate money from the state “rainy day” fund if the U.S. President abuses power and freezes already-approved funds to Wisconsin by executive order.
Speaking at the press conference, Rep. Cruz released the following statement:
“At best, this bill will be an example of how bipartisan efforts can meet the basic needs of every Wisconsinite. At worst, it will highlight the stark contrast between legislators who stand with their constituents and those who side with federal interests that are undermining our democracy.
“No matter the outcome, Wisconsinites will continue to demand that their representatives act in the best interest of the people. Those engaged in the current power grab frenzy can buy anything, but they can’t buy a backbone. And we shouldn’t let anyone forget it.”
