TUE PM Update: Hintz cites Wachs’ legal experience, perspective in replacing Barca on WEDC Board

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — Assembly Minority Leader Gordon Hintz cited the ongoing review of a $3 billion incentive package for Foxconn in naming guv candidate and Rep. Dana Wachs to the WEDC Board, replacing Rep. Peter Barca, who broke with Dem colleagues to support the deal. “Foxconn represents the largest tax giveaway by a state to a foreign corporatio… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options. Username or E-mail Password * Remember Me     Forgot

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Flynn Campaign: John Chisholm, John La Fave endorse Matt Flynn for governor

For Immediate Release October 31, 2017 Contact: Bryan Kennedy – (414) 517-3864 John Chisholm, John La Fave Endorse Matt Flynn for Governor Flynn Gains Significant Momentum with Support of Two Milwaukee County Officials (Milwaukee) — Wisconsin gubernatorial candidate Matt Flynn today announced endorsements from Milwaukee County District Attorney John Chisholm and Milwaukee County Register of Deeds John La Fave. “Matt Flynn is one of the smartest people I know,” said Chisholm. “I trust him to restore clean, honest government, which Wisconsinites expect.” Chisholm is a career prosecutor and Army veteran who has served as District Attorney in Milwaukee since 2007. He

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Rep. Barca: Statement on WEDC

MADISON – Representative Peter Barca (D-Kenosha/Racine) released the following statement on the WEDC Board of Directors membership change: “I have served on the WEDC Board since its creation and have fought at every turn for greater transparency, heightened effectiveness, and protections for state taxpayers while providing Wisconsin companies and entrepreneurs the support they need to grow their business operations in our state. I am proud to have worked closely with Senators Julie Lassa and Tim Carpenter to implement common sense reforms and advocate for successful economic development programs. While there is still enormous work to do and we often had

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Rep. Kitchens: Statement on passage of Clean Water Access Bill

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE     October 31, 2017 Contact: Representative Joel Kitchens, (608) 266-5350 Rep. Kitchens Statement on Passage of Clean Water Access Bill Madison—State Representative Joel Kitchens (R-Sturgeon Bay) released the following statement after the Senate voted to pass his Clean Water Access bill: “I am incredibly pleased with the passage of my Clean Water Access bill on the floor of the Senate earlier today. This bill will allow families with contaminated wells or failing wastewater treatment systems to receive low-interest or interest-free loans from their county to rebuild or replace their wells or treatment systems. Every citizen deserves to have access to

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Dept. of Workforce Development: Receives Wisconsin Business Closing and Mass Layoff notice

Contact: DWD Communications, 608-266-2722 DWD has received the following Wisconsin Business Closing and Mass Layoff (WARN) notice: Ryder System, Inc. – Ryder System, Inc.  will be closing its facility located at W6545 Quality Drive, Greenville, WI 54942 affecting approximately 159 workers effective December 31, 2017. DWD and the Bay Area Workforce Development Area Rapid Response Team will work with the affected parties to offer rapid response services. Workforce Development Dislocated Worker Services Summary The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD) Dislocated Worker Program provides transition assistance to workers and companies affected by permanent worker layoffs. The Program’s local Rapid Response Teams help companies

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U.S. Rep. Grothman: Recognizes 500th anniversary of Protestant Reformation

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Oct. 31, 2017 Contact: Bernadette Green, (202) 225-2476 Grothman Recognizes 500th Anniversary of Protestant Reformation (Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-Glenbeulah) is today introducing a House Resolution celebrating the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation. On Oct. 31, 1517, Martin Luther nailed 95 theses to the door of a German church, igniting the Protestant Reformation and transforming the culture, political structures, economics and education of Western civilization. European Protestants eventually made their way to North America to evade religious persecution in Europe. Early American Protestants like Thomas Jefferson preserved the freedom of religion and worship through the

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Reps. Sinicki, Ohnstad, Bowen: Labor Committee Democrats stand against destructive mining bill

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE- October 31, 2017 CONTACT: Rep. Sinicki 608.266.8588 Rep. Ohnstad 608.266.0455 Rep. Bowen 608.266.7671 Labor Committee Democrats Stand Against Destructive Mining Bill Republicans with doubts still voted “yes” MADISON – Representatives Sinicki (D-Milwaukee), Ohnstad (D-Kenosha), and Bowen (D-Milwaukee) released this statement after Assembly Labor Committee members voted on party lines this morning to advance Assembly Bill 499, the destructive Industrial Acid Mining bill. “We are very disappointed that every Republican on the Labor Committee, even those who have expressed concerns about AB 499, voted today to repeal Wisconsin’s bipartisan, highly effective, “Prove It First” Mining Law. They did

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Natural Resource Development Association: Launches digital ad campaign thanking Republican committee members for voting in favor of AB 499

Contact: Nathan Conrad [email protected] 608-441-1647 Madison, Wisconsin – Today, the Assembly Committee on Labor held an Executive Session on Assembly Bill (AB) 499, which passed on a party line vote of 6 to 3. Following this legislative action, the Natural Resource Development Association launched a series of digital ads thanking members of the Assembly Committee on Labor for voting in favor of AB 499, the Mining for America Act. “We commend Representatives Kulp, Kuglitsch, Spiros, Knodl, Schraa, and Quinn for listening to their constituents who support job creation efforts that will bring a new generation of family-supporting jobs to Wisconsin,”

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Gov. Walker: Wisconsin’s water technology sector highlighted during Gov. Walker’s trade mission to Israel

Contact: Tom Evenson (608) 266-2839 Tel Aviv, Israel — Governor Scott Walker and leaders of the state’s water technology sector made a compelling case today for how Wisconsin companies can help Israel address its water challenges during the second day of the governor’s trade mission to that country. Governor Walker joined Dean Amhaus, president and CEO of The Water Council, Brett Peters, dean of the College of Engineering and Applied Science at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, and Kevin Shafer, executive director of the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District, in a “Reverse Pitch for Innovation” event in Tel Aviv. During presentations to Israeli

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Rep. Sargent: Not a single Republican cosponsor for Democrats’ bill banning “bump stock” firearm modifier possessed by Las Vegas shooter

Contact(s): Rep. Sargent 608.266.0960 Rep. Taylor 608.266.5342 Madison, Wisconsin — State Representatives Chris Taylor (D-Madison), Melissa Sargent (D-Madison), Terese Berceau (D-Madison), and Lisa Subeck (D-Madison), along with 39 Democrats in the Wisconsin State Legislature, announced a bill that would ban bump-fire stocks, or “bump stocks,” in Wisconsin, devices that were affixed to firearms found in the Las Vegas shooter’s hotel room. Despite Democrats delaying official introduction for two weeks while negotiating with Republicans in good faith in hopes of having bipartisan support, Republicans refused to support the bill, and LRB-4465 was submitted for official introduction without a single Republican cosponsor.

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Sen. Darling: Bills to combat homelessness clear Senate

Contact: Sen. Alberta Darling 1-608-266-5830 Madison, Wisconsin – As Wisconsin’s weather gets colder, efforts to help the homeless are headed to Governor Walker’s desk.  On Tuesday, the Wisconsin State Senate approved two bills to help people get off the streets and on the pathway to success.  Senator Darling says the bills will focus on collaboration to end homelessness. “These bills provide real help and real hope to the homeless,” Darling said, “They will streamline and improve policies by enabling agencies to work together to effectively provide services to our citizens.” In 2015, more than 27,500 people received services or shelter for

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Sen. Larson: We’re one step closer to tackling Wisconsin’s lead crisis

Contact: Sen.Larson 608.266.7505   Madison, Wisconsin – The following is a statement from Senator Chris Larson regarding the Senate passage of Senate Bill 48: “Each of our neighbors deserve to live in a healthy, safe community. Lead pipes are an avoidable public illness that is quietly devastating Wisconsin neighborhoods. Over the past few decades there has been significant research revealing how devastatingly harmful lead exposure is for both children and adults. We must prioritize addressing and preventing lead poisoning in our children. “Tackling the threat of lead poisoning is a moral and economic imperative. According to the Wisconsin Department of Health

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Rep. Wachs: Appointed to WEDC Board of Directors

Contact: Dana Wachs 608-266-7461 Madison, Wisconsin — On Tuesday, October 31st, Assembly Democratic Leader Rep. Gordon Hintz (D-Oshkosh) appointed Rep. Dana Wachs (D-Eau Claire) to the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) Board of Directors. Upon receiving this appointment, Rep. Wachs issued the following statement: “I look forward to serving on the WEDC Board. Wisconsin has the talent and work ethic needed to succeed in a global economy, but we must learn from past mistakes and ensure that we are responsible stewards of taxpayer money. I welcome the opportunity to help WEDC reverse course and create long-term economic growth and good

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Flynn Campaign: John Chisholm, John La Fave endorse Matt Flynn for governor

For Immediate Release October 31, 2017 Contact: Bryan Kennedy – (414) 517-3864 John Chisholm, John La Fave Endorse Matt Flynn for Governor Flynn Gains Significant Momentum with Support of Two Milwaukee County Officials (Milwaukee) — Wisconsin gubernatorial candidate Matt Flynn today announced endorsements from Milwaukee County District Attorney John Chisholm and

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Rep. Barca: Statement on WEDC

MADISON – Representative Peter Barca (D-Kenosha/Racine) released the following statement on the WEDC Board of Directors membership change: “I have served on the WEDC Board since its creation and have fought at every turn for greater transparency, heightened effectiveness, and protections for state taxpayers while providing Wisconsin companies and entrepreneurs

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Rep. Kitchens: Statement on passage of Clean Water Access Bill

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE     October 31, 2017 Contact: Representative Joel Kitchens, (608) 266-5350 Rep. Kitchens Statement on Passage of Clean Water Access Bill Madison—State Representative Joel Kitchens (R-Sturgeon Bay) released the following statement after the Senate voted to pass his Clean Water Access bill: “I am incredibly pleased with the passage of my

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U.S. Rep. Grothman: Recognizes 500th anniversary of Protestant Reformation

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Oct. 31, 2017 Contact: Bernadette Green, (202) 225-2476 Grothman Recognizes 500th Anniversary of Protestant Reformation (Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-Glenbeulah) is today introducing a House Resolution celebrating the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation. On Oct. 31, 1517, Martin Luther nailed 95 theses to the door

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Reps. Sinicki, Ohnstad, Bowen: Labor Committee Democrats stand against destructive mining bill

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE- October 31, 2017 CONTACT: Rep. Sinicki 608.266.8588 Rep. Ohnstad 608.266.0455 Rep. Bowen 608.266.7671 Labor Committee Democrats Stand Against Destructive Mining Bill Republicans with doubts still voted “yes” MADISON – Representatives Sinicki (D-Milwaukee), Ohnstad (D-Kenosha), and Bowen (D-Milwaukee) released this statement after Assembly Labor Committee members voted on

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Natural Resource Development Association: Launches digital ad campaign thanking Republican committee members for voting in favor of AB 499

Contact: Nathan Conrad [email protected] 608-441-1647 Madison, Wisconsin – Today, the Assembly Committee on Labor held an Executive Session on Assembly Bill (AB) 499, which passed on a party line vote of 6 to 3. Following this legislative action, the Natural Resource Development Association launched a series of digital ads thanking

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Rep. Sargent: Not a single Republican cosponsor for Democrats’ bill banning “bump stock” firearm modifier possessed by Las Vegas shooter

Contact(s): Rep. Sargent 608.266.0960 Rep. Taylor 608.266.5342 Madison, Wisconsin — State Representatives Chris Taylor (D-Madison), Melissa Sargent (D-Madison), Terese Berceau (D-Madison), and Lisa Subeck (D-Madison), along with 39 Democrats in the Wisconsin State Legislature, announced a bill that would ban bump-fire stocks, or “bump stocks,” in Wisconsin, devices that were

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Sen. Darling: Bills to combat homelessness clear Senate

Contact: Sen. Alberta Darling 1-608-266-5830 Madison, Wisconsin – As Wisconsin’s weather gets colder, efforts to help the homeless are headed to Governor Walker’s desk.  On Tuesday, the Wisconsin State Senate approved two bills to help people get off the streets and on the pathway to success.  Senator Darling says the bills

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Sen. Larson: We’re one step closer to tackling Wisconsin’s lead crisis

Contact: Sen.Larson 608.266.7505   Madison, Wisconsin – The following is a statement from Senator Chris Larson regarding the Senate passage of Senate Bill 48: “Each of our neighbors deserve to live in a healthy, safe community. Lead pipes are an avoidable public illness that is quietly devastating Wisconsin neighborhoods. Over the

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Rep. Wachs: Appointed to WEDC Board of Directors

Contact: Dana Wachs 608-266-7461 Madison, Wisconsin — On Tuesday, October 31st, Assembly Democratic Leader Rep. Gordon Hintz (D-Oshkosh) appointed Rep. Dana Wachs (D-Eau Claire) to the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) Board of Directors. Upon receiving this appointment, Rep. Wachs issued the following statement: “I look forward to serving on

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