September 29, 2017

Working for you!

Best State Tax Rating in Over 50 Years

We've reduced the tax burden on hardworking citizens like you by over $8 billion since 2011. This means that Wisconsin raced from the 9th highest tax burden in the nation, to 22nd in just five years (2010-2015), outpacing all but two states in improving our standing. Wisconsin’s overall tax burden, as a percentage of personal income, is now below the national average and our ranking against other states is the best it has been in over 50 years.

Wisconsin 2017-18 Blue Books Now Available!

Everyone's favorite almanac of state government activities has arrived! This year's feature article highlights women in the legislature. To request a copy visit my webpage and fill out the Blue Book request form.

Committee Week Resumes

This week was particularly busy in the Capitol as we got back to non-budget related committee work. In the Assembly Financial Institutions Committee on Thursday, we held both an executive session and a public hearing on six bills, which you can watch here: http://www.wiseye.org/Video-Archive/Event-Detail/evhdid/11870

On Thursday, in the Assembly Health Committee, we held a public hearing on four bills. You can learn more about these bills by visiting the committee's webpage here: https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/2017/committees/assembly/1683

Wisconsin Capitol 100th Anniversary Gala

This year marks the 100th anniversary of our beautiful State Capitol building. In honor of this anniversary, the Wisconsin Historical Foundation is throwing a once in a lifetime gala to benefit the Capitol Restoration Fund. Learn more about the event and purchase tickets by clicking on the image below:

World Rabies Day

This week Wednesday marked World Rabies Day, a day set aside in the worldwide effort to control the spread of the rabies virus. In recognition of this effort, the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade & Consumer Protection has created a coloring book to help children learn about rabies.

Steps featured in the coloring book to help protect yourself and your pets from rabies include:

• Enjoy wildlife from a distance.

• Do not let pets roam free. Always walk them on a leash or keep them in a fenced yard.

• Cover garbage cans securely and do not store pet food bags outside to attract wildlife.

• Prevent bats from entering your home.

• Provide bat houses as an alternative nesting location.

You can download and print the coloring book by clicking here:  https://datcp.wi.gov/Documents/ProtectYourselfRabiesColoringBook.pdf

Appleton's Octoberfest

Hundreds of classic cars, live music, family arts and crafts, great food, and tens of thousands of people are gathered together to for one of the best Wisconsin events of the year: Appleton’s Octoberfest!

Check out other upcoming events near us by visiting the Wisconsin Tourism website, and if you run into me while you’re out and about be sure to stop and say hi!

"Like" Representative Murphy's Facebook Page

I use Facebook to update constituents more frequently on my work in Madison and the 56th Assembly District. I look forward to using this as another way to connect with constituents and encourage you to follow it and watch for regular updates.