Gov. Evers: Milwaukee Tool expanding Wisconsin footprint

MENOMONEE FALLS — Gov. Tony Evers, together with senior leaders of Milwaukee Tool, local government officials, and regional economic development officials, today announced that the company will be expanding its footprint in southeastern Wisconsin with a new campus in Menomonee Falls. Gov. Evers also announced that Milwaukee Tool will be expanding its Imperial Blades manufacturing operation in Sun Prairie. Milwaukee Tool’s investment will lead to the creation of 870 new jobs by 2025. Milwaukee Tool expects to invest over $100 million to construct and outfit the Menomonee Falls campus, which will complement the company’s current Global Headquarters campus in Brookfield. Milwaukee

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Lt. Gov. Barnes: Calls for collective action to combat climate change upon returning from U.N. climate talks

MADISON —  After attending the U.N. Climate Change Conference (COP25) in Madrid earlier this month, Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes called for collective action to address the climate crisis and the detrimental impact it is having on Wisconsin, especially on the heels of President Trump officially withdrawing from the Paris Climate Accord. “It’s unfortunate that our federal government chooses to be so reckless and negligent about an issue that’s threatening the health and livelihood of us all,” Lt. Gov. Barnes said. “We have a lot to lose in Wisconsin and we’re missing out on economic opportunity if we don’t begin transitioning

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TUE PM Update: WEDC disputes audit finding Foxconn still eligible for tax credits for out-of-state employees

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — WEDC policies continue to allow the awarding of tax credits to Foxconn for employees working outside of Wisconsin despite a vow last year to make changes ensuring that wouldn’t happen, according to a new Legislative Audit Bureau report. But Wisconsin Economic Development Corp. CEO Missy Hughes insists the agency has already “ex… 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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League of Women Voters of Wisconsin: LWVWI and two registered Voters challenge voter purge as violating the U.S. Constitution

MADISON – Today, the League of Women Voters of Wisconsin and two registered Wisconsin voters filed a federal due process case in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Wisconsin. The lawsuit alleges the purge would violate the Due Process Clause of the 14th Amendment because the letters sent by the Wisconsin Elections Commission did not provide adequate notice of what voters needed to do to remain on the rolls, the consequences if they did not respond to the letter, and the timeline for them to act. On Friday, a state court judge ruled that state law requires the

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Rep. Sargent: Foxconn falls short again

MADISON – Representative Melissa Sargent (D-Madison), ranking Democratic Assembly member on the Joint Legislative Audit Committee, issued the following statement in response to the Legislative Audit Bureau’s (LAB) Report 19-27, released today: “Since the very beginning of the backroom Foxconn deal, I have held serious reservations and voiced my concerns at the lack of accountability in place and the company’s inability to deliver on promises made to the state of Wisconsin. Now, over 2 years later, we continue to see Foxconn’s failures to meet contractual requirements while still taking advantage of our state and taxpayers. Today, the non-partisan Legislative Audit Bureau

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U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Working for Wisconsin in National Defense Authorization

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin voted for the final version of the bipartisan National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 that includes a number of measures that deliver results for Wisconsin. The final version of this defense funding bill now heads to the President’s desk for his signature. “I voted in favor of this bipartisan defense authorization legislation because it makes important investments to strengthen our national security and support our service members and their families,” said Senator Baldwin. “In particular, I am pleased the final bill includes a pay raise for our troops and gets rid of the widow’s tax.

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U.S. Reps. Sensenbrenner and Gallego: Introduce bipartisan bill to help disabled veterans overcome mobility challenges

Washington, D.C.—Today, Congressmen Jim Sensenbrenner (R-WI) and Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) introduced legislation that would help disable veterans regain their independence. Rep. Sensenbrenner: “This is a no-brainer. Veterans who sacrifice so much for our country, especially those who must overcome serious injuries, should not have trouble getting the equipment they need to adjust back to civilian life. This legislation simply clarifies that the VA is permitted to cover these necessary items. I’m grateful for Congressman Gallego for joining me in sponsoring this bipartisan bill.” Rep. Gallego: “Veterans with serious injuries deserve all of the support we can give them to ensure

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U.S. Rep. Moore: Supports committee passage of United States Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA)

Today, the Ways and Means Committee voted to pass the USMCA. In response, Congresswoman Moore issue the following statement: “I am proud to vote in support of the improved United States Mexico-Canada Agreement today. Throughout the negotiating process, I remained concerned that, unless we address the lack of basic labor rights in Mexico, American workers would continue to be at a competitive disadvantage. After the House Democrats secured major revisions to the agreement, I am hopeful that the rapid response labor enforcement mechanism created in this updated agreement can lead to greater equity in international trade. But to make it

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U.S. Rep. Grothman: 2,371 pages in 20 hours

(Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-Glenbeulah) today released the following statement following the rushed passage of the U.S. House of Representatives fiscal year 2020 spending bills:   “Today, Congress voted on two appropriations bills that, as a practical matter, is the budget for the fiscal year ending in September 2020. A week ago, most felt that a budget deal would not be reached this year and that Congress would pass a two-month continuing resolution that held spending at last year’s levels. Five days ago, we were told that a deal was reached on a, roughly, $1.4 trillion discretionary spending

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Sen. Darling: Praises Milwaukee Tool expansion

Madison – State Senator Alberta Darling released the following statement after Milwaukee Tool announced a major expansion bringing 770 jobs to Menomonee Falls by 2025: “I’d like to congratulate Milwaukee Tool for their decision to expand and grow right here in Wisconsin. Creating 770 additional jobs in Menomonee Falls is great news for our area and for the state. It’s great to see companies like Milwaukee Tool making significant investments and creating jobs in our state. Thanks to our reforms, it’s clear Wisconsin remains open for business.” Senator Darling represents portions of Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Washington and Waukesha Counties.

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State Senate Democratic Committee: Senator Darling lacks compassion amidst the Christmas season

MADISON, WI – Republicans on the Joint Finance Committee have blocked the release of funds for homeless shelters across Wisconsin, despite the pleas from advocates, Democratic legislators and Governor Tony Evers. As the co-chair of the Joint Finance Committee, Senator Alberta Darling (R-River Hills) has already blocked this funding once before, jeopardizing housing for Wisconsin’s most vulnerable residents. “Time and time again, Senator Darling has proven how disconnected she is from the needs of Wisconsin communities,” said SSDC Executive Director Katie Iliff. “We’re talking about thousands of children, families and veterans across Wisconsin being left out in the cold because

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Rep. Kerkman: Audit again recommends WEDC revise procedures

MADISON – Today, the nonpartisan Legislative Audit Bureau (LAB) released its second annual evaluation of the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation’s (WEDC’s) process for verifying information submitted by recipients of tax credits allocated under the Electronics and Information Technology Manufacturing Zone program (report 19-27). Beginning in 2018, statutes require LAB to complete such an evaluation annually for five years. Under the program, WEDC executed a contract with Foxconn to create jobs and make capital investments over the 15-year period from January 2018 through December 2032. WEDC’s contract stipulates that WEDC could first award program tax credits in 2019, based on the jobs

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Gov. Evers: Milwaukee Tool expanding Wisconsin footprint

MENOMONEE FALLS — Gov. Tony Evers, together with senior leaders of Milwaukee Tool, local government officials, and regional economic development officials, today announced that the company will be expanding its footprint in southeastern Wisconsin with a new campus in Menomonee Falls. Gov. Evers also announced that Milwaukee Tool will be expanding

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Rep. Sargent: Foxconn falls short again

MADISON – Representative Melissa Sargent (D-Madison), ranking Democratic Assembly member on the Joint Legislative Audit Committee, issued the following statement in response to the Legislative Audit Bureau’s (LAB) Report 19-27, released today: “Since the very beginning of the backroom Foxconn deal, I have held serious reservations and voiced my concerns at

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U.S. Reps. Sensenbrenner and Gallego: Introduce bipartisan bill to help disabled veterans overcome mobility challenges

Washington, D.C.—Today, Congressmen Jim Sensenbrenner (R-WI) and Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) introduced legislation that would help disable veterans regain their independence. Rep. Sensenbrenner: “This is a no-brainer. Veterans who sacrifice so much for our country, especially those who must overcome serious injuries, should not have trouble getting the equipment they need

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U.S. Rep. Grothman: 2,371 pages in 20 hours

(Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-Glenbeulah) today released the following statement following the rushed passage of the U.S. House of Representatives fiscal year 2020 spending bills:   “Today, Congress voted on two appropriations bills that, as a practical matter, is the budget for the fiscal year ending in September

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Sen. Darling: Praises Milwaukee Tool expansion

Madison – State Senator Alberta Darling released the following statement after Milwaukee Tool announced a major expansion bringing 770 jobs to Menomonee Falls by 2025: “I’d like to congratulate Milwaukee Tool for their decision to expand and grow right here in Wisconsin. Creating 770 additional jobs in Menomonee Falls is

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Rep. Kerkman: Audit again recommends WEDC revise procedures

MADISON – Today, the nonpartisan Legislative Audit Bureau (LAB) released its second annual evaluation of the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation’s (WEDC’s) process for verifying information submitted by recipients of tax credits allocated under the Electronics and Information Technology Manufacturing Zone program (report 19-27). Beginning in 2018, statutes require LAB to complete

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