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McCabe and Kober Tour Sand Mine Sites Near Black River Falls PDF Print E-mail
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Written by Commoners for Mike McCabe, Christine Welcher   
Thursday, 05 July 2018 15:23

sand-mining-wiStatewide Candidates get private tour of area mines, and meeting with families whose lives have been affected by sand mines in their backyards.

Last Updated on Friday, 06 July 2018 15:38
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Roys Promises Pardons If Roe Is Overturned PDF Print E-mail
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Written by Kelda for Governor Press   
Wednesday, 04 July 2018 10:11

kelda-roys"The idea is that no one would ever serve a day in jail, no one would ever have a record, nobody would be convicted.” - Kelda Roys


MADISON - In an article appearing Tuesday in the Capitol Times, Gubernatorial Candidate Kelda Roys says she would pardon anyone charged under Wisconsin's criminal abortion ban if Roe v. Wade is overturned by the U.S. Supreme Court.

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The Cap Times: Kelda Roys: If Roe v. Wade is overturned, I would pardon anyone charged under state law
by Jessie Opoien, 7/3/2018

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"...in this time of peril, certainly the most dangerous time for Roe v. Wade that we’ve ever had since 1973, it is essential that we elect somebody in Wisconsin who has been a champion on this issue and is unequivocal."

The future of abortion access in states with criminal bans on the books has been called into question since Justice Anthony Kennedy announced last week that he will retire from the high court.

Under Wisconsin's currently unenforceable ban, any person — other than the mother — who "intentionally destroys the life of an unborn child" is guilty of a class H felony, punishable by up to six years in prison, a fine of up to $10,000, or both.

If elected governor, Roys said, she would make it a priority to repeal Wisconsin's abortion ban. If any physician were to be charged with violating the ban, she said, she would pardon him or her.

"The idea is that no one would ever serve a day in jail, no one would ever have a record, nobody would be convicted.”

“...because abortion is such a personal decision, that is exactly why we have to not let politicians make this decision, we have to make sure that individual people get to make these decisions.”

 
Hemp Growing Pains PDF Print E-mail
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Written by Kathleen Vinehout, State Senator 31st District   
Wednesday, 04 July 2018 01:33

hemp-farmerWisconsin farmers are facing challenges starting the new industrial hemp pilot program. Now confidentiality roadblocks are generating a new organization to connect growers, processors, retailers and consumers to establish and promote a dynamic hemp market.

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Frostman Announces Senate Office Staff PDF Print E-mail
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Written by Wisconsin Senate, Kara Pennoyer   
Tuesday, 03 July 2018 16:33

door-county-peopleGreen Bay native Steve Peters has joined his legislative office staff for constituent outreach.


STURGEON BAY, WI – Senator Caleb Frostman (D-Sturgeon Bay) announced that Steve Peters, a Green Bay native, has joined his legislative office staff. Steve previously worked for Representative Eric Genrich (D-Green Bay) and will be assisting Sen. Frostman with constituent outreach in order to provide one-on-one assistance to the residents in the 1st Senate District.

calab-frostman“Steve’s understanding of local issues and responsiveness to constituents will help me to provide high quality services that people expect from their elected officials,” said Sen. Frostman. “As I continue to meet with residents, community leaders, and businesses throughout northeastern Wisconsin, I want to be a resource and advocate for our community. Steve shares my passion for outdoor recreation, strong schools and safe roads, and his assistance will ensure that local needs are addressed and the interests of our region are well-represented.”

Constituent, media, legislative, and scheduling inquiries should be directed to Senator Frostman’s Capitol office.

Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Phone: 608-266-3512

Madison Office: Room 22 South, State Capitol
PO Box 7882
Madison, WI 53707

Last Updated on Friday, 06 July 2018 16:48
 
Kaul Calls on Schimel to Use School Safety Grant Money for Mental Health PDF Print E-mail
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Written by Kaul for Attorney General Press   
Tuesday, 03 July 2018 16:00

sandy-hook-motherProvide additional funding for mental health programs to to make schools safer.


MADISON - Former federal prosecutor and candidate for Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul is calling on Brad Schimel to use a portion of the remaining school safety grant funds to fulfill State Superintendent Tony Evers’ recent request for full funding of important mental health programs.

josh-kaulJosh Kaul commented, "We must do more to make sure that kids come home from school each day excited about what they learned, not scared. Recent efforts to make our schools safer are a first step, but they are just that. We should be working to make schools safer by providing additional funding for mental health programs.

"We also need to take action to keep guns out of our schools,” Kaul said. Unlike the current AG, who has criticized gun-free school zones, Kaul has advocated for common-sense gun-safety measures like universal background checks.

Josh Kaul served as a federal prosecutor in Baltimore, one of America’s most violent cities. There, Kaul prosecuted murderers, gang members, and drug traffickers, taking dangerous criminals off the street and making communities more secure. He grew up in Oshkosh and Fond du Lac in a family of law enforcement professionals and teachers. He is running for Attorney General in 2018.

For more information, please visit: www.joshkaul.org

 
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