State of the Tribes Address improves working relationship between state and the eleven sovereign tribal nations in Wisconsin, Hintz applauds budget proposals that invest in tribes.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/education-s5.jpgSen. Smith writes about public education and the impact of referenda in funding local schools.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/kc-neenah-s5.jpgProactive plans sponsored by Stuck and Hansen to Help Keep Mills Open in the Paper Valley

Popular program extended until April 30th while federal government reviews state’s request to keep it in place until 2028.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/steelworkers-400x285.jpgSen. Smith writes about the budget process and the role the State Building Commission plays in approving Gov. Evers’ capital budget requests. We need bipartisanship throughout the budget process to support Wisconsin’s future.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/shopko-s5.jpgShopko goes the way of many retailers before it, as local Senator says predatory hedge funds like Sun Capital are a threat to the retail industry and thousands of people who work.