E-Updates

Earlier this week, Legislative Republicans unveiled our plan to 'Return Your Surplus.'

Gov. Evers disappointed all of us when he vetoed the majority of the middle-class tax cut we included in the state budget. However, Legislative Republicans are committed to returning a substantial amount of the state's surplus to you: the taxpayers who have overpaid.

The first day of school is almost here! K-12 education is one of the largest investments of state general purpose revenue. This budget, we made historic increases in K-12 education, investing over $1B in new dollars for public schools. Our budget provides strong support for our public schools and the school choice programs, empowering parents to choose the school and type of education that is best for their child.

Despite historically low unemployment rates, our state is facing a serious workforce shortage. This is effecting all sides of the supply chain. Employers are struggling to recruit and retain employees, with many even modifying their hours because they're short-staffed.

Our Wisconsin State Fair had its opening ceremonies yesterday, which means the fair is ON now through August 13^th! I encourage you and your family to make a visit to this great tourist attraction that is also a wonderful display of our state's agriculture history. My family and I had a great time at Opening Day yesterday!

Last Friday, Shanda Caveney was recognized as Oak Creek's 2022 Citizen of the Year for her years of dedication to our community and the countless hours she has volunteered with numerous organizations.

On Tuesday, I attended the South Milwaukee Common Council meeting to present Tami Mayzik with a legislative citation congratulating her on her 20-year work anniversary as South Milwaukee’s City Administrator.

As things slow down in the Capitol, I'd like to use this e-update to highlight things to do throughout Wisconsin this summer. As you're thinking about weekend getaways, consider being a tourist right here in our home state!