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April 6, 2017


H.O.P.E for Wisconsin


Earlier this week, I joined with my Assembly colleagues to approve nine bills aimed at combating the growing opioid epidemic in Wisconsin.  These bills were a part of the Special Session on Opioid Abuse which was called by Governor Walker back in January and a continuation of the H.O.P.E. Agenda.

The opioid epidemic has impacted communities across the 87th Assembly District, just like so many others in Wisconsin.  Far too many Wisconsinites have seen the lives of friends and loved ones cut short because of addiction.  While this package continues the great progress Wisconsin has made over the past few years more work remains to be done.  In the weeks and months ahead I am committed to continue working with my colleagues, medical experts, law enforcement, and other advocates to find new ways to help those suffering from addiction to get the help they need.
 



Learning Your Thoughts on the State Budget


Thank you to everyone who attended my one of my four recent budget listening sessions.  It was a privilege to spend the day hearing my constituents thoughts about what the state's spending priorities should be for the next two years. The feedback I received will allow me to better advocate for the people of the 87th District as the state budget works through the legislative process.

If you have been unable to attend any of my previous listening sessions there will be two more opportunities for you to share your thoughts in April.  On April 17th I will hold a budget listening session from 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM in Medford and the following day I will be in Spooner at the Joint Committee on Finance's public hearing on the state budget.  Please see below for more information.

Rep. Edming's Budget Listening Session
MONDAY APRIL 17, 2017
6:00-7:00 PM
Frances L. Simek Memorial Library (Large Conference Room)
400 N. Main Street
Medford, WI 54451

Joint Committee on Finance Public Hearing
TUESDAY APRIL 18, 2017

10:00 AM -6:00 PM
Spooner High School (Auditorium)
801 County Highway A
Spooner, WI 54801


Challenge Academy Cadets Visit the Capitol


Yesterday, I had the opportunity to address the Wisconsin National Guard Challenge Academy Cadets during their visit to the State Capitol.  I also had the opportunity to visit with Cadet Austin Boggs from Glen Flora whom I am honored to mentor as a part of this outstanding program.  I am proud of his accomplishments so far and pleased to have the opportunity to show him around the State Capitol.

Wisconsin Challenge Academy Cadets
with Members of the Legislature
Rep. Edming with Assembly Chief Clerk Patrick Fuller
& Cadet Boggs


Polish Delegation Welcomed in Madison


On Monday, I was honored to join Senator Jerry Petrowski and Representative Ken Skowronski in welcoming a delegation from Lublin, Poland to the State Capitol. Lublin, Poland is the sister city of the Village of Lublin in Taylor County. During their visit, the delegation met with Lt. Governor Rebecca Kleefisch and Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection Secretary Ben Brancel.  I thank Chris Kulinski from Lublin, WI and Senator Petrowski for organizing the visit.

The delegation meets with Lt. Governor Rebecca Kleefisch


Visit to Athens Elementary


A few weeks ago, I had the chance to spend some time with the 4th-grade students at Athens Elementary and talk to then about my job as their State Representative and what is all involved in making a bill into a law. I want to thank these great kids and their teacher Mr. Todd Diethelm for welcoming me into their classroom!

Mr. Todd Diethelm's 4th Grade Class at Athens Elementary


Stay Up to Date


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State Capitol Room 109 West - PO Box 8952, Madison, WI 53708
(608) 266-7506
Email: Rep.Edming@legis.wisconsin.gov