Craig Thompson: Now is the time to invest in our roads, economy and future

For many decades, motor fuel taxes have functioned adequately as a user fee to support transportation needs – and they remain a viable funding source into the foreseeable future. Most importantly, the time to act is now. Adjusting the motor fuel tax involves no administrative or infrastructure costs and can be implemented promptly to address our pressing needs.

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Assembly plans to take up three abortion-related bills next week

The Assembly is planning to take up three abortion-related bills when it convenes next week, according to a proposed calendar from Majority Leader Jim Steineke. Members are also scheduled to vote on two crime-related bills as well as Marsy’s Law, a proposed constitutional amendment aiming to bolster crime victims’ rights.

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TUE PM Update: Committees hear testimony on several abortion-related bills

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — Republicans today touted a slate of abortion-related bills they argued would boost transparency, bar discrimination, and expand protections for fetuses and babies. But Dems countered the legislation would ultimately limit options for women, as they championed Gov. Tony Evers’ proposal to boost

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Craig Thompson: Now is the time to invest in our roads, economy and future

For many decades, motor fuel taxes have functioned adequately as a user fee to support transportation needs – and they remain a viable funding source into the foreseeable future. Most importantly, the time to act is now. Adjusting the motor fuel tax involves no administrative or infrastructure costs and can be implemented promptly to address our pressing needs.

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TUE News Summary: General fund would see $1.4B less under JFC motion

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers **************************************** Today: WisPolitics.com Luncheon: WI’s role in the Presidential Race Join WisPolitics.com for lunch at The Madison Club, 5 East Wilson St., Madison, on Tuesday, May 7 with top pundits talking about Wisconsin’s role in the presidential race and how upcoming state party conventions could be

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