MADISON– Senator Robert Cowles (R-Green Bay) released the following statement in response to the Governor’s Budget Address delivered this evening: “The Governor unveiled a long list of ideas tonight, and it’s going to take weeks for legislators and the nonpartisan Legislative Fiscal Bureau analysists to sort through what’s hidden inside

MADISON – Wisconsin Conservation Voters applauds the initiatives Gov. Tony Evers laid out in his 2023-25 budget proposal tonight including initiatives addressing PFAS and lead contamination in drinking water, clean energy solutions to combat the climate crisis, and improving access to the ballot. Government Affairs Director Jennifer Giegerich has this

MADISON – Today, Senator Lena Taylor (D-Milwaukee) released the following statement regarding Governor Tony Evers State of the Budget address: “In the past 20 years, I have heard the good, bad and the ugly of State Budget addresses. This budget was palatable and given a chance, Wisconsinites could see tangible

Madison – Rep. Scott Krug (R-Rome) reacted to Governor Tony Evers’ budget, touching on his responsibilities and on the state’s overall fiscal condition. “As chair the Assembly Committee on Campaigns and Elections I see that Governor Evers has proposed a number of changes to election procedures in Wisconsin. I’m glad

MADISON…Assembly Republican Majority Leader Tyler August (R-Lake Geneva) released the following statement following the biennial Budget Address given by Governor Tony Evers: “We were looking forward to working with the governor to move our state forward. However, it is clear he has no intention of working with the legislature given

MADISON – Representative Loren Oldenburg (R-Viroqua) released the following statement after Governors Evers budget address: “After hearing the Governor’s budget proposal tonight, his budget focuses on irresponsible spending and policies that do not address the everyday concerns facing Wisconsin taxpayers” said Rep. Oldenburg. “He has requested another wish list of

MADISON – Tonight, Governor Tony Evers delivered his 2023-2025 State Budget Address, outlining Wisconsin’s spending plan for the next biennium. Wisconsin Representative Mike Bare (D-Verona) released the following statement: “I want to applaud Governor Evers for his commitment to finding solutions to the challenges facing our state. Wisconsin is in

I am excited to see the Governor’s proposed investments in Wisconsin’s technical colleges and their students. These investments are crucial to respond to the needs of Wisconsin’s employers and communities, and expand the talent pipeline. We look forward to carefully reviewing the budget provisions and working with the Governor and

MADISON – This evening, Governor Evers conducted his third budget address, highlighting Wisconsinites’ priorities for the upcoming 2023-’25 budget. In response, Representative Jodi Emerson (D-Eau Claire) issued the following statement: “I support Gov. Evers’ budget proposal and his plan to keep moving Wisconsin forward. As Governor Evers stated, we’re beginning

MADISON – Governor Tony Evers delivered his 2023 Budget Address this evening. Senator Jeff Smith (D–Brunswick) released the following statement in response to the announcement: “Today the Governor unveiled a budget that will strengthen our middle class, grow our economy and ensure our local governments can provide vital services to

Let’s not waste this historic opportunity Madison – Rep. Rob Summerfield (R-Bloomer) issued the following statement after Governor Evers’ budget address given to the joint session of the Wisconsin State Legislature Wednesday night: “Due to years of responsible budgeting by Legislative Republicans, the state is in a uniquely strong fiscal

DeForest, WI – The Wisconsin Laborers’ District Council praises Governor Evers’ historic budget proposal that invests in lead service lateral replacements and other investments for Wisconsin’s working families. “Governor Evers has proposed $200 million to replace lead service laterals, which will not only create good-paying jobs for members of our union,

Madison, WI – The largest investment in K-12 education in Wisconsin history. That’s what Governor Evers has proposed for our next state budget. In the past, state leaders have responded to desperate pleas for more funding from school districts across the state with their pockets turned inside out and shoulders

Wisconsin AFL-CIO President Stephanie Bloomingdale released the following statement: Governor Tony Evers’ proposed Biennial Budget was thoughtfully and boldly designed to support working Wisconsinites and our families in order to bolster a robust middle-class economy. The Governor’s proposed Budget reflects his genuine understanding of what we and our local communities

MADISON, WI – Following Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers’ budget address, Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA) members praised his proposed investments in dairy innovation, dairy exports, food security, and rural infrastructure. “Wisconsin’s $46 billion dairy industry is growing, thanks in part to the leadership of policymakers in our State Capitol,” said

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Madison, WI – State Representative William Penterman (R – Columbus) released the following statement following Governor Tony Evers’ State Budget Address. “I was hopeful that Governor Evers was going to take to work with the Wisconsin State Legislature to fund areas of common ground,” said Representative Penterman. “Unfortunately the governor’s

MADISON- Today Governor Tony Evers delivered his third Budget Address in the Wisconsin State Capitol, where he shared his plans for the upcoming budget. Representative Jacobson released the following statement: “I thank Governor Tony Evers for his continuation in vital investments which will improve the lives of Wisconsinites for years

Madison, Wis. — Today, Governor Tony Evers delivered his budget address to the state legislature. Senator Rachael Cabral-Guevara (R-Appleton) issued the following statement. “While there may be some areas we can work with the governor on, including mental health and workforce issues, I will not vote for a budget that raises taxes

Madison, WI – Today, Senator Dan Feyen (R-Fond du Lac), released the following statement after today’s Budget Address: “Tonight, the governor laid out his list of ideas for Wisconsin’s 2023-2025 biennial budget. This is an important starting point in the budget process and I am looking forward to diving into the details.