http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/jfcphoto-s5.jpgSenator Smith details the role and responsivities of the Joint Finance Committee, and how politics is getting in the way of its work for the people of Wisconsin.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/forest-conserve-s451.pngObjective to plant 75 million trees by the end of 2030 raised to 100 million. Since 2021, Wisconsin has planted over 32 million trees, which means the state has already achieved over 40 percent of its initial target in just three years.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/trump-trial-2024-s460.pngThe former president complained that he had to sit in a “freezing” room for hours.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/electrical-workers-s5.jpgNew workforce programs announced Wednesday in Green Bay to build on successes and incentivize new solutions to workforce challenges.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/wi-senate-swearing-in-s5.jpgSen. Jeff Smith provides an overview of the budget process and what was included in the 2021-23 budget signed by Governor Evers last week.
These Republican bills make it harder to vote and need to be stopped.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/construction-jobs-s5.jpgNew law keeps current unemployment tax rates on employers by transfer of $60 million each fiscal year from general fund.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/evers-budget-sign-s5.jpgBudget includes more than $100 million in new funding for public schools and $2 billion in individual tax relief, delivers on campaign promise to cut taxes for middle-class families by 10 percent.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/work-from-home-s5.jpgInternet connectivity deemed a vital service that allows renters to engage in distance learning, telework, telemedicine, and obtain essential government services. Money comes from Federal funds.