State Capitol Report
Friends and Neighbors,
Throughout our state and nation this Memorial Day weekend, thousands of individuals and families will take time to enjoy a long weekend together. Whether you are traveling or staying at home, though, I hope you will join me in taking some time to remember and honor those who died while serving our country.
As always, if you would like something to be included in future e-newsletters, or have a problem with a state relate related problem, just let me know at (608) 266-0455 or Rep.Ohnstad@legis.wi.gov.
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Rep. Ohnstad Receives WEDA Award
I am honored to be named a 2018 "Champion of Economic Development" award
by the Wisconsin Economic Development Association (WEDA). Looking ahead, I will continue to work for continued economic development in the 65th District.
According to WEDA, recipients were chosen based on who best exemplified their mission of promoting economic development and showed a commitment to making Wisconsin a better place to live, work, and do
business.
Rep. Ohnstad
meeting with a group of scholars from Shanghai Normal University to discuss
healthcare and education
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2018 Legislative Survey
Earlier this year, my office sent out our legislative survey. I enjoy hearing from my constituents and wanted to share with you all some of the results returned to us.
You can see the results of the survey below.
Total Responses |
65th AD |
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Q1-Do you support legalization of medical
and/or recreational marijuana? |
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Yes |
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133 |
56% |
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No |
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65 |
27% |
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Undecided |
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35 |
15% |
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No Response |
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3% |
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Q2- Do you feel our state is doing enough to
support our students in the
college/university? |
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Yes |
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51 |
21% |
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No |
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139 |
58% |
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Undecided |
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38 |
16% |
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No Response |
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5% |
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Q3- Do you support the weakening of
environmental standards for the proposed
acid mine up north? |
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Yes |
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25 |
10% |
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No |
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177 |
74% |
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Undecided |
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29 |
12% |
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No Response |
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4% |
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Q4- Do you believe we should give Wisconsin
workers an option to voluntarily participate
in a paid family medical leave program? |
Yes |
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151 |
63% |
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No |
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9% |
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Undecided |
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24% |
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No Response |
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4% |
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Q5- Do you believe Wisconsin workers should
receive a living wage? |
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Yes |
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203 |
85% |
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No |
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7% |
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Undecided |
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4% |
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No Response |
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4% |
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Q6- Do you support requiring a background
check for all gun purchases? |
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Yes |
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90% |
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No |
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5% |
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Undecided |
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2% |
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No Response |
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3% |
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Child Tax Credit: What You Need to Know
The Department of Revenue (DOR) will be accepting applications for the $100 per-child tax rebate starting May 15, 2018. All residents of the state of Wisconsin are eligible to receive $100 for each dependent child under the age of 18 who are living at home.
Qualifications:
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Under age 18 on December 31, 2017
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A dependant of claimant for tax year 2017
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A Wisconsin resident on December 31, 2017
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A Unites States Citizen
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A social security number to prove you were are a Wisconsin resident for the 2017 tax year
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A social security number for your child and their date of birth
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A bank routing number and account number for direct deposit.
You can also visit
childtaxrebate.wi.gov through July 2, 2018 to apply.
I am disappointed the Governor is using this one time pay-off as an election year gimmick. This is fiscally irresponsible and will not help our state achieve prosperity, rather it is unsustainable and inequitable.
With this money, the State of Wisconsin could have fixed lead pipe laterals and expand rural broadband to areas where it is needed the most.
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Kenosha Farmer's Markets
The outdoor Farmers Market is up and running! We are lucky to have farmers market options almost every day of the week! Here is a list of the times and days of the week for each location.
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Kenosha Farmer's Market - Pennoyer Park
3601 Seventh Ave (next to the Band Shell)
Tuesdays, 6am - 12pm
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Kenosha Farmer's Market - Columbus Park
54th Street & 22nd Avenue
Wednesdays, 6am - 12pm & Saturdays 6am - 1pm
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Kenosha Farmer's Market - Lincoln Park
18th Avenue & 70th Street
Thursdays, 6am - 12pm
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Kenosha Farmer's Market - Baker Park
66th Street & Sheridan Road
Fridays, 6am - 12pm
In addition to the rotating Farmer's Market, there is also the
HarborMarket on Saturdays located at 56th Street & 2nd Avenue from 9AM - 2PM.
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Upcoming Events
CUSH Immigration Task Force Immigration 101:
Facts, Myths and the Human Story
When: Thursday, May 24, 2018 6:30-7:30PM
Where: Kenosha Public Museum
What: The Kenosha Public Museum
will include a presentation, by the Racine
Interfaith Coalition, Exploring Immigration
Issues. Attendees will also hear personal
testimonials from immigrants and refugees. Sponsored
by CUSH, LULAC Council 360 and Forward Kenosha.
Memorial Day Spring Fling
When: Saturday, May 26th, 2018 7:00 pm -
10:00 pm
Where: Kemper Center, 6501 3rd Ave,
Kenosha, WI
What: Join the Kemper Center in
honoring our service men and women! We will have
live big band music by "Southport Sound",
complimentary dessert buffet and DANCING! Tickets
sold at the door, $15 per person. $5 discount to all
military or those in uniform.
Navy Ship 40 Kenosha Memorial Day Event
When: Monday, May 28, 2018 at 9:00
am
Where: At Navy Park, the corner of
6th Avenue and 54th Street,
Kenosha WI
What: In observance of Memorial
Day. For more details about the ceremony please
contact Dick Stader at 262-654-9202
VFW Post 1865 Kenosha Junker Ball Memorial
Day Ceremony
When: Monday, May 28, 2018 at 12:00
PM
Where: Junker Ball located at 6618
39th Avenue, Kenosha, WI
What: Flag Retirement Ceremony to
be included at 1:00 pm. For more details contact
Dennis Eis at 262-652-2751
Kenosha Area Vietnam Veterans Memorial Day
Ceremony
When: Monday, May 28, 2018 at 12:00
PM
Where: Library Park located at 711
59th Place, Kenosha, WI
What: In Observance of Memorial
Day. For more details contact Rich Bowker at
262-909-1248. Relay for Life Bingo
Benefit
When: Saturday, June 30th, 2018
Where: Moose Lodge 3003 30th
Avenue, Kenosha, WI 53144
What: Join the Senior Action
Council for their Bingo Benefit! This event will be
open to the public! |
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