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.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/covid-19-vaccination2-s5.jpgIt’s important that more people get vaccinated to keep moving our state in the right direction. Sen. Smith shares information about the COVID-19 vaccine and where Wisconsinites can get their shot.