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/emt-s5.jpgAccess to telehealth services, protected healthcare for pre-existing conditions, and reduced costs for prescription drugs targeted.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/tony-evers-s-sos-2022-s450.jpgGovernor’s $20 Million in Mental Health support after COVID includes $15 million for K-12 schools, $5 million for UW System.
As inflation hits 40-year high, governor pushes plan in State of the State address to refund surplus to Wisconsin taxpayers.
$5 million investment in Guard’s Wellness Office to combat burnout after two years of stress during pandemic. Blue Ribbon Commission on Veteran Opportunity created.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/eauclairebridge-s5.jpgSen. Jeff Smith writes about the city’s history and shares his experience growing up, owning a business and raising a family in Eau Claire.
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/businesses-micro-ethnically-diverse3-s5.jpgGovernor has sent grants to small businesses and family farms, expanded internet access, kept unemployment low, and signed a tax cut.