Bipartisanship

This week, I joined my colleagues in signing a letter to Governor Tony Evers exploring areas of public policy where we can work together. Wisconsin has a long history of avoiding the partisan rancor that has, throughout history, brought Washington, D.C. to a screeching halt; I am committed to maintaining this proud tradition, in an effort to enact meaningful legislation that positively impacts every Wisconsinite. 

Here are the issues addressed in the letter:

• Pre-existing condition coverage
• Income tax reductions
• Enhancing high-speed internet access
• Support for K-12 education
• Expanding SeniorCare to cover influenza shots
• Preventing homelessness
• Adding 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.

Alice in Dairyland 

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection is now accepting applications for the 72nd Alice in Dairyland. If you love Wisconsin's booming agriculture industry, exploring our beautiful state, and connecting with different types of people, be sure to apply. Applications will be accepted through February 4. More information and an application can be found by clicking here. 

Internships

If you know of a college student in the Madison area who is looking for an exciting, fast-paced internship in the Wisconsin State Capitol, my office is currently accepting applications. Interns will receive $12 per hour and assist with constituent issues and casework, database management and entry, and scheduling. 

60th District high school students who are interested in shadowing me for a day are also welcome to contact my office. Over the past two sessions, we have had several high school students come to Madison for the day to better familiarize themselves with the legislative process.

Interested students can contact my office at (608)267-2370 or: Rep.Rob.Brooks@legis.Wisconsin.gov.

60th District events

The following is a calendar of events in the 60th Assembly District from January 14-19. If there are events that you would like to bring to our attention or have included in our weekly updates, please email or call my office. Please click the links for information about these events. 

4-H Communication Festival, Saukville, January 15

Mindful Movement, Cedarburg, January 16

Ozaukee County Board Meeting, Port Washington, January 16

"Collage!," Cedarburg, January 16-May 12

Port Washington Winter Market, Port Washington, January 19

West Bend Antiques, Vintage & Fine Art, Showcase and Sale, West Bend, January 18-19

Stay up to date

One of the best ways to date with what is happening in Madison is to sign up for the legislature's notification tracking system. This service affords you with the opportunity to track legislative activities in Madison. Upon creation of a free account, you can sign up to receive notification about specific bills of committees as well as legislative activity pertaining to a subject (i.e., health care, education, etc.).