Yesterday in the Assembly Committee on Children and Families, I testified alongside Sen. Andre Jacque on Assembly Bill 26, Ethan's Law. Assembly Bill 26, prohibits the out-of-home placement of a child with a person with a record of a crime against a child.
Rep. Tittl and Sen. Andre Jacque testify on Assembly Bill 26.
Tuesday Floor Session
I voted in favor of a package of bills to limit government overreach and allow for public input into the allocation of federal stimulus dollars. The Assembly approved legislation that prohibits the government from mandating vaccinations and closing places of worship.
The Assembly also voted for the Evers administration to develop a plan for state employees to return to in-person work. The bill asks for the plan to be submitted to the legislature no later than 21 days after the legislation’s effective date.
Rep Tittl shared on the floor, “this is a fundamental bill as no one should be able to prevent one from practicing their religion and worshipping the God of their choice.” The right to worship has been a fundamental right in our nation since 1791.
The Assembly approved two bills that address COVID vaccinations. One bill prohibits certain government officials from mandating COVID-19 vaccinations; the other prohibits employers from requiring a vaccination for employment. While I have gotten my first vaccination and will be getting my second in a few weeks, I believe it should be up to the individual to decide if they wish to receive the vaccination.
First Mental Health Committee Hearing
As the Chairman of the Mental Health Committee, I was thrilled to have our first hearing. Yesterday, the Assembly Mental Health Committee held an informational hearing in which we heard testimony from invited speakers regarding mental health in Wisconsin and issues for legislative consideration. I want to extend a special thank you again to those who testified.
This hearing was highly informative and brought forward many potential ideas for legislation to help Wisconsinites. All of the witnesses emphasized the impacts the pandemic has had on mental health. I look forward to working with the committee and various groups, agencies, and experts on mental health areas this session.
The committee heard testimony from the following agencies and experts:
Department of Veterans
Department of Corrections
Wisconsin Psychiatric Association
Office of Children's Mental Health
Badger State Sheriffs' Association and Wisconsin Sheriffs and Deputy Sheriffs Association
Department of Public Institution
Department of Health Services
Easter Basket Donations for Lakeshore Foster Families & Friends
Lakeshore Foster Families & Friends is working to provide educational Easter baskets for the children living in foster and kinship care in Manitowoc County.
Donations of any amount helps. Donations may be made by check (payable to Lakeshore Foster Families & Friends or to me, Kris Buege) or sponsors may pay me using Zelle - 714-539-1478.
They would like to have the donations this week so that they can plan and assemble the baskets prior to the basket distribution on March 28th.
Checks may be mailed to:
Kris Buege 2134 S 9th St Manitowoc, WI 54220 Or
Lakeshore Foster Families & Friends 111 N 10th St Manitowoc, WI 54220
Please contact Kris Buege with any additional questions, at 714-539-1478
For those that wish to receive the vaccine, fill out this form. Manitowoc County will then contact you when you become eligible to receive the vaccination.
Calumet County Residents: There is currently no form at this time. However, you can sign up here for updates from Calumet County Health and Human Services.
Vaccine Eligibility Info in Chilton: https://www.iwantthenews.com/news/vaccine-eligibility-groups-expanded-again-for-clinic-in-chilton/article_9e825600-88e0-11eb-82af-9f405d4ab0de.html
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If you have any comments regarding the subject of this E-Update, please feel free to contact me.
Rep. Paul Tittl State Capitol, Room 219N PO Box 8953 Madison, WI 53708 Toll-Free (888) 529-0025 or (608) 266-0315 Rep.Tittl@legis.wi.gov| |
