Governor’s budget initiatives include measures to prevent reckless driving, build electric vehicle infrastructure, pay down state debt, make historic investments in local road maintenance and projects, expand reliable, high-speed internet.

Governor’s plan to bolster workforce, economy includes expanding paid family and medical leave, investments in child care and affordable housing, new venture capital fund, developing community-based solutions to workforce challenges.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/datcp-price-protect-s445.pngWisconsin’s Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) safeguards consumers from deceptive practices and services. This week, Senator Smith discusses 2022’s top ten list of most common consumer complaints, which describe many of the ways DATCP can help consumers protect themselves from fraud.

Plan to invest in EKG Screening Pilot to Protect Student-Athlete Health. Mother, loved ones of Kai Lermer to attend as governor’s guests to 2023-25 biennial budget message.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/milw-brewers-miller-parkx-s435.jpgProposed budget invests portion of state’s historic surplus to improve American Family Field, saving taxpayers over $200 million and generating $400 million in revenue through 2043.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/voters-2022-getty-s430.pngEvers' proposal makes voting easier and more accessible for eligible voters, supports local election administration, ensures elections remain free and secure.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/apartment-for-rent-s457.jpgGovernor’s plan improves rental unit safety, rehabilitates blighted properties, expands renter protections.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/high-voltage-lines-farms-s450.jpgState budget to deliver more than $1.2 billion in targeted tax relief to working families, parents, veterans, caregivers, seniors, and student loan borrowers.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/gb-city-hall-s5.jpgCity sets the record straight on security cameras and audio/video monitoring to correct misinformation being spread to the public.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/drunk-driving-crash-s5.jpgGovernor’s plan invests in re-engineering roads, expands driver’s education, increases State Patrol trooper and inspector positions, and bolsters reckless and drunk driving penalties.