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Milwaukee, WI – The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Wisconsin State Conference President Dean A. Warsh released the following statement in response to Governor Evers’ Budget Address: “Governor Evers continues to put Wisconsin workers and families first in his 2023-2025
MADISON,WI – Senator Howard Marklein (R-Spring Green) made the following statement in response to Governor Tony Evers’ Budget Address: “The Governor’s budget is just a list of ideas. The legislature will build the state budget and it will fund our priorities, address our
Madison, WI – On Wednesday, the Legislature convened in the Assembly Chambers to hear Governor Evers’ budget address. Senator Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk), a member of the budget-writing Joint Committee on Finance, made the following comments on his address: “Heading into
Madison, WI – Rep. Treig E. Pronschinske released the following statement succeeding Governor Evers’ budget address: “Hard work demonstrated by strong Republican leadership led to a substantial surplus after the last legislative session. Governor Evers came to the table with tax
MADISON, Wis. — Tonight – on National Wisconsin Day – Governor Tony Evers unveiled a state budget that prioritizes the people of Wisconsin. Gov. Evers’ new biennial budget is one that will put more money into middle class pockets, ensure fully funded schools,
Madison, WI – Tonight, Senator Brad Pfaff (D-Onalaska) joined his colleagues at the Wisconsin State Capitol as Governor Tony Evers delivered the 2023-25 State Budget Address. Among other provisions, this budget would provide the largest increase in aid to municipalities and
MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce President & CEO Kurt Bauer released the below statement on Wednesday following the introduction of Gov. Tony Evers’ 2023-25 State Budget proposal: “Wisconsin’s business community will face many challenges in the coming years. A majority
Madison, WI – Senator Rob Stafsholt (R – New Richmond) issued the following statement about Governor Evers’ proposed budget: “Throughout the last few weeks, Governor Evers has been making it clear he plans to spend the entire surplus on special interests, pet projects
MADISON – Governor Tony Evers delivered the state budget address tonight, introducing his proposed 2023-2025 biennial state budget. Representative Robyn Vining (D-Wauwatosa) issued the following statement in response: “A budget is a moral document–it reflects our values. Tonight Governor Evers
MADISON, Wis. – The Governor’s Budget Address promises to give 20% of sales tax back to local communities as shared revenue. This investment includes 250 million dollars in public safety aid to help local communities with police, fire, and EMS
MADISON — Senator Eric Wimberger (R-Green Bay) released the following statement in reaction to the State Budget Address: “Tonight, Governor Evers said it was his duty to spend the record surplus legislative Republicans have built through years of responsible budgeting.
Madison, WI – Today, Representative David Steffen (R-Howard) provided the following statement regarding Governor Evers’ 2023-2025 budget proposal: “Republicans have prioritized prudent financial planning over the past ten years, placing Wisconsin in a historically unprecedented position with a rainy day
Madison- Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu (R-Oostburg) responds to Governor Evers’ budget. “The Governor’s budget lacks the responsible decision making that the Legislature has provided in the past two budgets. The growth of government and the handouts to special interests
Urges continued support for farm initiatives not included MADISON- Wisconsin farm and agribusiness groups jointly issued the following statement following Governor Tony Evers’ budget address delivered this evening: “Wisconsin agriculture generates $104.8 billion dollars toward our state’s economy. Support for
MADISON – Tonight, Governor Tony Evers delivered his State of the Budget address and laid out his vision to invest in the future of Wisconsin. Gov. Evers’ 2023-2025 biennial budget proposal would accomplish the following: Representative Madison (D-10) issued the
Credit for caregivers, expansion of Medicaid & broadband, and workplace retirement program are welcome provisions in governor’s 2023-25 budget MADISON, WISCONSIN – Wisconsin’s nearly 600,000 unpaid family caregivers – a group that AARP refers to as the state’s unsung heroes
MADISON, Wis. — Following Governor Evers’ Budget Address, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler released the following statement commending the governor’s budget proposal: “In his Budget Address tonight, Governor Evers showed once again that he will always do the right thing for
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
FRANKLIN, WI — Senator Julian Bradley released the following statement in response to Tony Evers’ reckless budget proposal. “Tonight, Tony Evers laid out a radical agenda full of liberal wish list items. He’s proposing reckless increases in government spending and providing
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
Milwaukee, WI – The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Wisconsin State Conference President Dean A. Warsh released the following statement in response to Governor Evers’ Budget Address: “Governor Evers continues to put Wisconsin workers and families first in his 2023-2025 biennial budget proposal,” said IBEW Wisconsin State Conference President, Dean
MADISON,WI – Senator Howard Marklein (R-Spring Green) made the following statement in response to Governor Tony Evers’ Budget Address: “The Governor’s budget is just a list of ideas. The legislature will build the state budget and it will fund our priorities, address our obligations, cut taxes and prepare Wisconsin for the future. We
Madison, WI – On Wednesday, the Legislature convened in the Assembly Chambers to hear Governor Evers’ budget address. Senator Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk), a member of the budget-writing Joint Committee on Finance, made the following comments on his address: “Heading into our third budget with Governor Evers in control of the
Madison, WI – Rep. Treig E. Pronschinske released the following statement succeeding Governor Evers’ budget address: “Hard work demonstrated by strong Republican leadership led to a substantial surplus after the last legislative session. Governor Evers came to the table with tax increases, expensive programs, and lofty expectations built on Wisconsinites taxes.
MADISON, Wis. — Tonight – on National Wisconsin Day – Governor Tony Evers unveiled a state budget that prioritizes the people of Wisconsin. Gov. Evers’ new biennial budget is one that will put more money into middle class pockets, ensure fully funded schools, address mental health needs, lower healthcare costs, support our local
Madison, WI – Tonight, Senator Brad Pfaff (D-Onalaska) joined his colleagues at the Wisconsin State Capitol as Governor Tony Evers delivered the 2023-25 State Budget Address. Among other provisions, this budget would provide the largest increase in aid to municipalities and counties in decades, increase funding for public schools by $2.6
MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce President & CEO Kurt Bauer released the below statement on Wednesday following the introduction of Gov. Tony Evers’ 2023-25 State Budget proposal: “Wisconsin’s business community will face many challenges in the coming years. A majority of employers believe we will enter a recession in 2023.
Madison, WI – Senator Rob Stafsholt (R – New Richmond) issued the following statement about Governor Evers’ proposed budget: “Throughout the last few weeks, Governor Evers has been making it clear he plans to spend the entire surplus on special interests, pet projects and expanding government. Now that he has released his entire
MADISON – Governor Tony Evers delivered the state budget address tonight, introducing his proposed 2023-2025 biennial state budget. Representative Robyn Vining (D-Wauwatosa) issued the following statement in response: “A budget is a moral document–it reflects our values. Tonight Governor Evers delivered a budget proposal that reflects the values and needs
MADISON, Wis. – The Governor’s Budget Address promises to give 20% of sales tax back to local communities as shared revenue. This investment includes 250 million dollars in public safety aid to help local communities with police, fire, and EMS services. The budget also includes a 2.6 billion dollar increase
MADISON — Senator Eric Wimberger (R-Green Bay) released the following statement in reaction to the State Budget Address: “Tonight, Governor Evers said it was his duty to spend the record surplus legislative Republicans have built through years of responsible budgeting. While he wants to take advantage of the strong fiscal
Madison, WI – Today, Representative David Steffen (R-Howard) provided the following statement regarding Governor Evers’ 2023-2025 budget proposal: “Republicans have prioritized prudent financial planning over the past ten years, placing Wisconsin in a historically unprecedented position with a rainy day fund surpassing $1.7 billion. This, coupled with the fact that
Madison- Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu (R-Oostburg) responds to Governor Evers’ budget. “The Governor’s budget lacks the responsible decision making that the Legislature has provided in the past two budgets. The growth of government and the handouts to special interests is out of control. Once again, the Republican led Legislature
Urges continued support for farm initiatives not included MADISON- Wisconsin farm and agribusiness groups jointly issued the following statement following Governor Tony Evers’ budget address delivered this evening: “Wisconsin agriculture generates $104.8 billion dollars toward our state’s economy. Support for crucial agricultural supply chain initiatives is vital to the long-term
MADISON – Tonight, Governor Tony Evers delivered his State of the Budget address and laid out his vision to invest in the future of Wisconsin. Gov. Evers’ 2023-2025 biennial budget proposal would accomplish the following: Representative Madison (D-10) issued the following statement: “My constituents sent me to the Capitol with
Credit for caregivers, expansion of Medicaid & broadband, and workplace retirement program are welcome provisions in governor’s 2023-25 budget MADISON, WISCONSIN – Wisconsin’s nearly 600,000 unpaid family caregivers – a group that AARP refers to as the state’s unsung heroes for giving up so much of their own time and
MADISON, Wis. — Following Governor Evers’ Budget Address, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler released the following statement commending the governor’s budget proposal: “In his Budget Address tonight, Governor Evers showed once again that he will always do the right thing for Wisconsin. Now, it’s time for Republican politicians in Madison to
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
FRANKLIN, WI — Senator Julian Bradley released the following statement in response to Tony Evers’ reckless budget proposal. “Tonight, Tony Evers laid out a radical agenda full of liberal wish list items. He’s proposing reckless increases in government spending and providing very little tax relief with our state’s historic $7.1 billion
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