WisPolitics Midday – September 14, 2018

In today’s WisPolitics Midday Update: Poll numbers look good for Bryan Steil in CD1 Arguments being renewed in the court case over Wisconsin’s district boundaries. … 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 Password

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DPW: Statement on Scott Walker’s empty promise to protect Wisconsinites’ health care

Contact: Alex Japko, [email protected] Just now, Scott Walker said that he would call a special session “if something were to change” to federal law protecting people with pre-existing conditions. What Walker doesn’t acknowledge: the fact that a lawsuit he signed off on is the greatest present threat to those protections. DPW released the following statement in response to his empty promises and twisted logic: “For nearly eight years, Scott Walker has been dead set on undermining protections for people with pre-existing conditions and has no credibility on the issue going forward,” said DPW Spokesperson Alex Japko. “If Walker was serious

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Wisconsin Farmers Union: Voices support for merger moratorium bill

Contact: Danielle Endvick, 715-471-0398 or [email protected] WASHINGTON, D.C. – Wisconsin Farmers Union is among a diverse coalition of agricultural groups that have stepped forward this week in support of a bill that seeks to halt the mega-mergers that are sweeping the agribusiness, food manufacturing and grocery industries. Rep. Mark Pocan (D-WI) introduced the agribusiness merger moratorium bill Sept. 14. This legislation is the House companion to The Food and Agribusiness Merger Moratorium and Antitrust Review Act of 2018 (S-3404) introduced in late August by Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ). The bill calls for an 18-month moratorium on food and agribusiness mergers

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FRI REPORT: Source: Possible WEDC package for K-C wouldn’t replace deal hung up in Senate

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers TABLE OF CONTENTS Quotes of the week Political stock report Source: Possible WEDC package for K-C wouldn’t replace deal hung up in Senate Attorneys add new Dem plaintiffs in redistricting case, file additional lawsuit UW System’s capital budget requests most taxpayer-backed borrowing since 2001 Week ahead Political TV Names in the news Lobbyist watch QU… 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.

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USDOJ: Green Bay man convicted of conspiracy to distribute heroin and fentanyl resulting in one death and two overdoses

CONTACT: Dean Puschnig PHONE: 414-297-1700 MILWAUKEE, WI – United States Attorney Matthew D. Krueger announced today that a federal jury had convicted David Shanks, 37, of Green Bay, of conspiracy to distribute heroin, fentanyl, methamphetamine, and cocaine, conduct which resulted in death. As a result of his conviction and two prior felony drug convictions, Shanks faces a mandatory sentence of life in prison. The jury also convicted Shanks of five other drug-related counts, including distribution of methamphetamine, distribution of heroin/fentanyl/methamphetamine resulting in death, and distribution of heroin/fentanyl resulting in substantial bodily injury to two overdose victims. The trial evidence established that between

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U.S. Rep. Sensenbrenner: Bipartisan group of lawmakers introduces bill to stabilize pending interstate sales tax chaos

CONTACT: Christopher Krepich, 202-225-5101 WASHINGTON, D.C. This week, Congressman Jim Sensenbrenner (WI-05), Congresswoman Anna Eshoo (CA-14), Congressman Jeff Duncan (SC-03), and Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren (CA-19) introduced the Online Sales Simplicity and Small Business Relief Act to clarify interstate sales tax collection requirements in light of the Supreme Court’s decision in Wayfair v. South Dakota. Rep. Sensenbrenner: “This bipartisan legislation reins in the taxation free-for-all created by the Supreme Court’s ruling in Wayfair. Online sellers need clarity and stability in the sales tax arena. Our bill will protect small businesses and Internet entrepreneurs from excessive regulatory burdens. Throughout the Fifth Congressional

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WI DNR: 2018 Wisconsin fall hunting and trapping forecasts available online

CONTACT:  Sawyer Briel, DNR communications, 608-282-5334 MADISON – Fall hunting and trapping seasons in Wisconsin are well underway, and a number of hunting and trapping forecasts are now available to help hunters and trappers prepare for their time in the outdoors. Forecasts for the following species can be found at the links below – each forecast is located on the corresponding species page: 2018 Fall Deer Hunting Forecast; 2018 Fall Upland Game Bird Hunting Forecast; 2018 Fall Migratory Bird Hunting Forecast; 2018 Fall Bear Hunting Forecast; and 2018 Fall Furbearer Hunting and Trapping Forecast. For more helpful information for deer season,

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Rep. Thiesfeldt: Two new direct assistance programs and 2-1-1

Contact: Paulette Kozar Phone:  608-266-3156 Deadline for reporting flood damage today Madison – Representative Jeremy Thiesfeldt announced that 2-1-1 reporting should be completed today so that the process for a Presidential Disaster Declaration can move forward. Wisconsin homeowners and businesses impacted by the recent flooding should contact 2-1-1 with any damages. Governor Walker has announced two new programs available to businesses, homeowners impacted by flooding. Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) and Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) launching new programs to provide small businesses and homeowners with forgivable or no-interest loans for flood-related cleanup, and repairs. To find out more information on the

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Dept. of Military Affairs: Wisconsin Guard ready to assist with hurricane response

CONTACT: Capt. Joe Trovato | [email protected] | 608-242-3048 The Wisconsin National Guard stands ready to assist civil authorities, if needed, with the response to Hurricane Florence. As Florence battered the East Coast, four UH-60 Blackhawk helicopters departed Wisconsin Sept. 14 en route to Maryland, where they will stage in a standby status in the event those resources are requested by civil authorities. The West Bend, Wisconsin-based Blackhawks and approximately two dozen crew members are medevac helicopters with hoist and medical treatment capabilities. The movement to Maryland represents a training opportunity while simultaneously pre-positioning forces in the region should authorities in

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Szerlong campaign: Statement regarding Rock County Agricultural Forum

Contact: Gabriel Szerlong   (608) 561-1184 or [email protected] Gabriel Szerlong, Republican Candidate for Wisconsin’s 43rd Assembly District, released the following statement regarding the agricultural forum at Johnson Tractor in Janesville, Wisconsin on Wednesday September 12, 2018. “Thank you to the host organizations, Rock County Farm Bureau and Rock County Ag. Business Council for organizing a very important and well-attended event for residents interested in learning more about the positions of state, local and federal candidates on agricultural issues.” “I was disappointed that my opponent chose to attend a facilities planning workshop for a potential tax increase referendum for the Milton School

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Evers ad responds to attacks on Middleton teacher

Tony Evers’ guv campaign released a new TV ad today seeking to refute spots that have attacked him over a Middleton teacher who kept his license even after viewing porn at work and making inappropriate comments about female students. The spot features Ellen Lindgren, who says she was the Middleton School Board president that oversaw “that teacher.” She opens the ad asking if viewers have seen “the… 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.

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Evers campaign: New ad hits back on Walker’s false, desperate attacks

Contact: [email protected] (608) 501-2762 Former Middleton School Board President: “Instead of running false, nasty attack ads, Scott Walker should focus on his own record.” MADISON – Today, Tony Evers’ campaign released a new ad responding to Scott Walker’s false, disgusting attacks regarding license revocation. The ad features Ellen Lindgren, the former Middleton School Board President who was involved in the teacher case at the center of several Walker campaign and special interest group ads. Evers’ ad can be viewed here, and a full transcript is below. “Ellen” Transcript: Have you seen these false attack ads? They’re not true. I know—I was the

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Hartwig campaign: Millennial republican candidate celebrates 25th birthday on the campaign trail

Contact: Travis Hartwig – [email protected] (GREEN BAY) – In the middle of the election season Republican State Treasurer Candidate, Travis Hartwig, will be celebrating his 25th birthday while attending his 3rd “Meet & Greet” event of the week. Since Saturday, Hartwig’s campaign has hosted events in Kenosha, Racine and Green Bay and attended events in Oshkosh, Kewaunee, Fond du Lac and Greenfield. Hartwig has made it a priority to meet voters around the state since he first announced his candidacy in April. “We are visiting every part of this great state” said Hartwig. “While my opponent is hosting a fundraiser in

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WisPolitics Midday – September 14, 2018

In today’s WisPolitics Midday Update: Poll numbers look good for Bryan Steil in CD1 Arguments being renewed in the court case over Wisconsin’s district boundaries. … 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

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USDOJ: Green Bay man convicted of conspiracy to distribute heroin and fentanyl resulting in one death and two overdoses

CONTACT: Dean Puschnig PHONE: 414-297-1700 MILWAUKEE, WI – United States Attorney Matthew D. Krueger announced today that a federal jury had convicted David Shanks, 37, of Green Bay, of conspiracy to distribute heroin, fentanyl, methamphetamine, and cocaine, conduct which resulted in death. As a result of his conviction and two prior felony

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U.S. Rep. Sensenbrenner: Bipartisan group of lawmakers introduces bill to stabilize pending interstate sales tax chaos

CONTACT: Christopher Krepich, 202-225-5101 WASHINGTON, D.C. This week, Congressman Jim Sensenbrenner (WI-05), Congresswoman Anna Eshoo (CA-14), Congressman Jeff Duncan (SC-03), and Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren (CA-19) introduced the Online Sales Simplicity and Small Business Relief Act to clarify interstate sales tax collection requirements in light of the Supreme Court’s decision in

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Rep. Thiesfeldt: Two new direct assistance programs and 2-1-1

Contact: Paulette Kozar Phone:  608-266-3156 Deadline for reporting flood damage today Madison – Representative Jeremy Thiesfeldt announced that 2-1-1 reporting should be completed today so that the process for a Presidential Disaster Declaration can move forward. Wisconsin homeowners and businesses impacted by the recent flooding should contact 2-1-1 with any damages. Governor

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Evers ad responds to attacks on Middleton teacher

Tony Evers’ guv campaign released a new TV ad today seeking to refute spots that have attacked him over a Middleton teacher who kept his license even after viewing porn at work and making inappropriate comments about female students. The spot features Ellen Lindgren, who says she was the Middleton

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