Rep. VanderMeer: Statement on biennial budget address

Madison – Representative Nancy VanderMeer (R-Tomah) released the following statement on Governor Evers’ 2025-27 biennial budget address: “Our governor has proven himself over and over to be an inept financial manager incapable of grasping how to balance the state’s checkbook. What

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Rep. Arney: Reacts to Governor Evers’ budget address

(MADISON, Wis) – On the evening of Tuesday, February 18th, Governor Evers gave his 2025 Budget Address before a joint session of the Wisconsin Legislature, outlining his legislative priorities for the 2025-2027 budget cycle. Rep. Margaret Arney (Milwaukee/Wauwatosa) released the following

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Rep. Kitchens: Statement on Governor Evers’ budget plan

Madison— On Wednesday, State Representative Joel Kitchens (R-Sturgeon Bay) issued the following statement after Governor Evers delivered his budget address: “Once again, the governor announced a completely unrealistic budget plan that taxpayers can’t and shouldn’t have to afford. His plan

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Rep. Callahan: Pledges to fight for a responsible budget

[Madison, WI] – Last night, Governor Evers delivered his biennial State Budget Address. State Representative Calvin Callahan (R-Tomahawk) released the following statement in response: “I was glad to see the governor finally embracing some conservative ideas, like eliminating the income tax

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Rep. Goeben: Governor’s math does not add up

Madison – Rep. Joy Goeben (R-Hobart) issued the following statement in response to the Governor’s Budget Address: “Governor Evers needs to head back to the classroom for a lesson on math and economics before he makes bold promises to provide $2 billion

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Rep. Joers: Votes against unfunded mandates

MADISON – Today, Representative Joers (D-Waunakee) voted against several education-related bills on the Assembly Floor. He released the following statement: “I voted against these bills because they are unfunded mandates. Unfunded mandates restrict our schools by forcing school districts to

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Central Wisconsin Interstate Alliance: Applauds Governor for including I-39/90/94 project enumeration in budget proposal

CWIA Statement on Governor Evers Budget 2.19.25Download… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for subscription options on the WisPolitics-State Affairs platform, which is the new home for WisPolitics subscriber products. Username or E-mail Password * Remember Me     Forgot Password

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Rep. VanderMeer: Statement on biennial budget address

Madison – Representative Nancy VanderMeer (R-Tomah) released the following statement on Governor Evers’ 2025-27 biennial budget address: “Our governor has proven himself over and over to be an inept financial manager incapable of grasping how to balance the state’s checkbook. What we heard last night were largely some of his same,

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Universities of Wisconsin: President Jay Rothman appoints John Chenoweth as interim chancellor of UW-River Falls

MADISON, Wis.—Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman today announced the appointment of John Chenoweth as interim chancellor of UW-River Falls. Chenoweth, currently the provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs of UW-Whitewater, replaces Michael V. Martin. The appointment is effective on March 1, 2025. “John is a seasoned leader who

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Rep. Arney: Reacts to Governor Evers’ budget address

(MADISON, Wis) – On the evening of Tuesday, February 18th, Governor Evers gave his 2025 Budget Address before a joint session of the Wisconsin Legislature, outlining his legislative priorities for the 2025-2027 budget cycle. Rep. Margaret Arney (Milwaukee/Wauwatosa) released the following statement in response: Last night, Governor Evers laid out a

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Rep. Kitchens: Statement on Governor Evers’ budget plan

Madison— On Wednesday, State Representative Joel Kitchens (R-Sturgeon Bay) issued the following statement after Governor Evers delivered his budget address: “Once again, the governor announced a completely unrealistic budget plan that taxpayers can’t and shouldn’t have to afford. His plan includes a 20% spending increase, 1,300 new positions, and a

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Sen. Nass: 2025-27 biennial budget process commences with Evers fantasy budget; Pledges to oppose excessive spending offered by Governor Evers or Republicans

Senator Steve Nass (R-Whitewater) issued the following statement in response to Governor Evers’ introduction of his 2025-27 Biennial Budget proposal: “Last night, Governor Tony Evers presented his fantasy budget proposal for the 2025-2027 biennium.  It would expend nearly $119 billion (All Funds) over two years.  Evers’ plan would take the

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Rep. Callahan: Pledges to fight for a responsible budget

[Madison, WI] – Last night, Governor Evers delivered his biennial State Budget Address. State Representative Calvin Callahan (R-Tomahawk) released the following statement in response: “I was glad to see the governor finally embracing some conservative ideas, like eliminating the income tax on tips and providing middle-class tax relief. However, let’s not

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Wisconsin Laborers’ District Council: Statement on Governor Evers’ 2025-27 budget proposal

DeForest, WI – The Wisconsin Laborers’ District Council hails Governor Evers’ pro-infrastructure and pro-worker biennial budget proposal.  “Governor Evers’ budget proposal makes significant investments that not only rebuild our state’s infrastructure but also provide opportunities for Wisconsinites to get great paying jobs doing this important work,” said Kent Miller, President/Business …

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Survival Coalition of Wisconsin Disability Organizations: Governor’s budget recognizes importance of people with disabilities

(MADISON) – The Survival Coalition of more than 20 statewide disability organizations thanks Governor Tony Evers for his proposed budget including significant investments to improve the lives of people with disabilities across the lifespan. The Governor’s budget includes a historic, sum-sufficient commitment of 60% state funding for special education to

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Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association: WIAA board votes to update policy on eligibility

Stephanie Hauser, Executive Director of the WIAA, released the following statement regarding today’s vote by the organization’s Board of Control with regard to eligibility: “Today the WIAA Board of Control voted to update the organization’s policy regarding student-athlete eligibility – affirming its compliance with federal directives that only students designated as

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Rep. Goeben: Governor’s math does not add up

Madison – Rep. Joy Goeben (R-Hobart) issued the following statement in response to the Governor’s Budget Address: “Governor Evers needs to head back to the classroom for a lesson on math and economics before he makes bold promises to provide $2 billion in tax relief when in reality he is continuing to

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Rep. Joers: Votes against unfunded mandates

MADISON – Today, Representative Joers (D-Waunakee) voted against several education-related bills on the Assembly Floor. He released the following statement: “I voted against these bills because they are unfunded mandates. Unfunded mandates restrict our schools by forcing school districts to adopt additional curriculum, instructional requirements, and reporting requirements under their

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Clean Economy Coalition of Wisconsin: Applauds Evers’ dedication to a clean energy economy for Wisconsin

MILWAUKEE – The following statement was issued today by the Clean Economy Coalition of Wisconsin following the release of Governor Tony Evers’ 2025 budget, which includes numerous provisions that expand access to clean energy technologies and planning tools for the state’s future: “The Clean Economy Coalition of Wisconsin applauds Governor Evers

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