Press Releases

Republican chairs of the Joint Committee on Finance announced four public hearings
to discuss Gov. Evers’ proposed 2025-27 biennial budget

We call on our Republican colleagues to seize this moment and join us in putting forth a budget that genuinely supports all Wisconsinites.

The devastating actions made by Republicans today will only intensify our workforce crisis. We have the opportunity to invest in our workers and make Wisconsin a welcoming place for anyone eager to work hard.

JFC Democrats remain committed to meeting the needs of the people. We proposed much-needed investments to ensure our state government continues to efficiently serve Wisconsinites.

Today, Republicans missed an opportunity to use our historic surplus to invest in our state's infrastructure, create jobs, promote tourism, and expand broadband access.

Today, JFC Democrats showed that we’ve been listening by offering a $340 million proposal that responds to the child care crisis.

JFC Democrats are eager to make investments that will attract talent to our state and support people with the resources they need to thrive.

For years, Republicans have ignored water quality issues and voted against proposals that would address PFAS, lead, and nitrate contamination. Today, Republicans on Joint Finance once again proved they aren’t serious about addressing these issues.

Today, the Joint Committee on Finance followed Gov. Evers’ lead to provide historic investments in our state’s court system, which will help keep our communities safe and ensure our courts can continue to provide fair representation.

Today, the Democrats on the Joint Committee on Finance will offer a measure to ensure accountability and greater transparency to prevent future runaway investigations. Wisconsinites deserve a government that invests in them and their communities.