Coronavirus COVID-19 |
As this is a national emergency, we
are looking for the federal government to act first and
Wisconsin will fill in any gaps as necessary through legislative
action.
Please do not panic or hoard supplies.
Supply chains to our local stores are strong and replenish
shelves as normal. Public services of power, water, telephones,
and internet will continue and, in many instances,
providers are
stopping disconnections for non-payment.
Follow the guidelines being provided by the
CDC and Wisconsin Department of Health Services. Remain home if
you are able. Continue social distancing. Wash your hands.
The governor has asked me to pass along
this website:
https://govstatus.egov.com/wi-covid-19 as a hub for
information and resources from the state relating to COVID-19.
Below I have highlighted helpful
information and resources:
Schools and Childcare
Internet access
Free online courses for children
Activities parents can do with children
Unemployment and Job Opportunities
Small Businesses
Financial Resources
Voting
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For information on early or absentee
voting, registration, and polling locations, visit
myvote.wi.gov.
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The Wisconsin Elections Commission has
a list of all
clerks, as well as any recent communications.
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Nominate Someone for
Recognition |
In times of crisis it’s more important than
ever to recognize the heroes in our community. If you know of
someone who deserves to be recognized for their efforts,
sacrifices, or resilience, please reach out to my office
via email with the
subject line “Hometown Hero.” Be sure to include your name and
address, along with the reason you are nominating the
individual.
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In the District |
Earlier this month, I joined Jim Clemons
and Supreme Court Justice Dan Kelly at events to discuss Fox
Valley concerns about the coronavirus and how our government
might respond.
I had the opportunity to discuss Jim
Clemons’ plans for the City of Appleton as it addresses public
health and economic issues arising from the coronavirus.
Justice Dan Kelly listening to a Fox Valley resident about
coronavirus concerns.
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Consider Voting
Absentee |
If you are in a high-risk group or have
concerns about the Coronavirus, it is important to make sure
your vote will count on April 7th. In Wisconsin, you have the
option to Absentee Vote. To request your absentee ballot, visit
https://myvote.wi.gov/en-us/VoteAbsentee
If you are not in a high-risk group,
consider volunteering as an election official with your local
municipal clerk. Since most election officials are usually
retired, and in a high-risk age category, they may not be able
to work this coming election.
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Crafting Achievement |
Today is international Certified Nurses
Day. Nurses are one of many overlooked professions that have
been forced to the frontline in confronting this public health
pandemic. Take a few moments today to recognize the critical
role nurses provide in our community.
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Blood Donations Are Needed |
Due to the cancellation of normal blood drives, donors are
needed more than ever.
Learn more about where and when you can save a life by donating
blood in the community by visiting
www.communityblood.org
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Your Questions and
Concerns |
Troy of Grand Chute asks:
As a small business already selling alcohol in a mall that
is closing to the public due to the emergency, may I deliver
alcohol to customers instead?
I spoke with one our Legislative Counsel
staff attorneys who specializing in alcohol laws and she
confirmed that the law requires face to face transactions at the
licensed premises. Retailers cannot do on-line or telephonic
transactions and then deliver the alcohol to customers.
In order to support small businesses, the
Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation is making available
grants of up to $20,000 to targeted small businesses with no
more than 20 employees to cover rent and to meet payroll
expenses, including paid leave. The governor has also formally
requested federal assistance an Economic Injury Disaster Loan
from the U.S. Small Business Admin (SBA).
The legislature is continuing to explore
additional ways we can support businesses and employees during
this period of shut-down.
If you have a question or a
suggestion, please email me at
rep.murphy@legis.wi.gov
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important topics facing the state. Please like it by
clicking here! 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.
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Welcome!
I live in Greenville, but have an
office at the State Capitol in Madison. If you are in
downtown Madison, please feel free to stop by and say
hello! Just go to the information desk in the rotunda,
and they can direct you on how to find my office, 318
North. At the bottom of each e-update, you'll see my
office contact information.
If your school or group plans to tour the Capitol
building, please let me know in advance. I'd
love to visit with you for a few minutes and take a
group photo.
Thank you for the opportunity to serve you.
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