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/scott_walker_voting_booths-s5.jpgHow the Governor's claim that he supported enacting a state-level law that had the “exact same language” as the Affordable Care Act on pre-existing conditions is a lie to boost a failing campaign.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/high-voltage-lines-farms-s5.jpgNew federal data shows allowing Wisconsinites to buy-into Badgercare as a “Public Option” would slash premiums and deductibles. Data also shows gap with Minnesota is widening.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/foxconn-wall-s5.jpgThe commitment of millions of dollars to Foxconn will impact budget priorities and decisions going forward for many years. So much state funding Foxconn will limit funding for other priorities such as K-12 education and transportation – priorities that are vital to a strong Wisconsin economy.
Scott Walker is still suing to end the ACA and gut protections for pre-existing conditions.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/aca-save-s5.jpgIf successful, suit would jeopardize health care protections for 2.4 million Wisconsinites living with a pre-existing condition. Schimel and Walker ensnared in lawsuit for potentially violating open records laws.
Top Walker official admits GOP would end pre-existing condition coverage guarantee in a recent interview on Upfront with Mike Gousha.