Madison, WI … Senator Cory Tomczyk (R-Mosinee) released the following statement regarding the passage of the Wisconsin 2025-2027 biennial state budget:
“Wisconsin’s 2025–2027 biennial state budget represents responsible investment in the future of our state. From historic tax relief, targeted funding for rural communities, and major infrastructure initiatives, this budget reflects a bipartisan commitment to building a stronger, safer, and more affordable Wisconsin for everyone.
“This budget provides nearly $1.5 billion in tax relief to working families and seniors. It reduces income taxes for the middle class, lowers taxes on retirement to ease the burden on older Wisconsinites, and removes the sales tax on electric bills. For those in the service industry, the budget also exempts tipped income from taxation, allowing thousands of workers to keep more of what they earn.
“Rural communities are central to Wisconsin’s identity and economy, and this budget delivers for them in a big way. Increased support for the Local Roads Improvement Program (LRIP) and continued investment in the Agricultural Roads Improvement Program (ARIP), funded at $150 million, will ensure that small towns and farming regions have the infrastructure they need to stay connected and competitive.
“I am thankful to have been able to secure funds in this budget from Wisconsin’s Forestry account to help Domtar repair their failing 100-year-old dam on the Wisconsin River. If this dam were to break, Lake Wausau would drain and cause a catastrophic flood downstream. Thank you to Domtar for their investment in the dam and for their commitment to invest over $100 million into their plants in Nekoosa and Rothschild, thus cementing their presence in Central Wisconsin well into the future. This is a huge win and a worthwhile use of state dollars without increasing spending. The state is transferring $42 million from the Forestry account to help replace the dam with the remaining funding being matched by Domtar Corporation. This public-private partnership is a strong example of how government and industry can work together to grow our communities.
“Altogether, this budget reflects bipartisan policymaking that prioritizes working families, invests in rural communities, and renews Wisconsin’s infrastructure for the next generation.”
