January 11, 2019

Working for you!

Beginning with Bipartisanship

Wisconsin has a long history of avoiding the partisanship that brings Washington, D.C. to a halt. My Republican colleagues and I are committed to maintaining this proud tradition of cooperation to get things done for the people of our entire state. That’s why we began the 2019-20 session by sending our new governor a letter outlining issues we believe we can find common ground on.

Here are the issues we want to advance with the governor:

• Pre-existing condition coverage guarantee
• Income tax reductions
• Enhancing high speed internet access
• Support for K-12 education
• Expanding SeniorCare to cover flu shots
• Preventing homelessness
• Addressing the debt level in our transportation fund
• Childcare affordability
• Clean water
• Investments in infrastructure
• Attracting qualified employees to Wisconsin

You can read the full letter here.

Inauguration Day

Observing the Assembly inauguration ceremony with my four year old grandson Edmond. It's a privilege for representatives to have close family members join them on the floor for this occasion.

I took the oath of office on Monday and began my fourth term as a member of the Wisconsin State Legislature. I’m honored and humbled that the citizens of the 56th district have elected me to again be their voice in the State Capitol. My top priorities include coverage of pre-existing conditions in health care coverage, achievement in K-12 and higher education schools, and increased growth in our economy.

You can view my inauguration message by clicking on the video below:

Transportation Added to My Committees

I'm honored to have been reappointed as chair of the Assembly Committee on Colleges and Universities. I have also been reappointed to the committees on campaigns and elections, financial institutions, health, housing and real estate, and workforce development.

I also requested, and was granted, a seat on the Assembly Committee on Transportation. I’m looking forward to using this new position to better address the critical road infrastructure needs of our community.

Committees of the legislature offer the most direct route for constituents to weigh in on bills and issues as they work their way through the government. Keep an eye on future e-updates for regular news on my committee activities.

Apply to Serve Wisconsin on a Board or Commission

As the transition from one governor to another progresses, the new administration is looking for Wisconsin citizens to serve on advisory and governance bodies.

Please consider applying for and serving on a state board or commission. You can view the application process online here.

You can find a description of the various state boards, committees, commissions, and councils in the Wisconsin Blue Book.

Eagle Days Along the Fox River

Once a year we have a wonderful opportunity to observe and learn about our national bird right here in our community. This year, Eagle Days on the Fox River is Saturday, January 26 with events in Kaukauna and Appleton. For more information, visit their Facebook page.

Check out upcoming events near us by visiting the Wisconsin Tourism website or  https://appletondowntown.org/upcoming-events/ 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.