http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/family-worried-bills-s5.jpgSen. Smith talks about the importance of budgeting, saving and learning about our personal finances. Lawmakers have a responsibility to address important policy issues affecting financial wellness, including healthcare affordability, insurance accessibility and payday lenders.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/family-baby-s5.jpgProposal expands coverage for workers who take leave to care for a grandparent, grandchild or sibling and creates new protections for relatives of active duty service members. Also new options for private sector employees to purchase coverage.

Lawmakers with history of NRA backing refuse to support Gov. Evers call for legislation to address gun violence

Will be in Oconto Falls Nov. 21 and in Kewaunee, Brillion, and Winneconne Nov. 25-26.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/seniors-happy-s5.jpg21 picked to look into ways to improve Wisconsinites financial security in retirement.