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May 9, 2025
Wisconsin political news for clients and colleagues.
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This week in Tidbits, we have an update on the Joint Committee on Finance hearings. We also take a closer look at Wisconsin's Medicaid program which is undergoing several changes and we cover the APRN bill that was released this week. Nominate someone for WMC's Business Friend of the Environment Award. And, so many Legislative Days!
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| | Joint Committee on Finance Update | | |
On May 8, the Republican-controlled Joint Committee on Finance removed 612 items from Governor Evers’ 2025-27 budget proposal and voted to reset the budget to “base,” or current spending levels. Items included in the budget motion included all non-fiscal policy items and several of the governor’s major proposals.
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| | Wisconsin Medicaid Faces Enrollment Shifts, Largest Cost-to-Continue and Potential Federal Funding Changes | | |
Wisconsin’s Medicaid program is undergoing several developments, including a decline in enrollment, increased funding needs to maintain current services, and potential changes at the federal level that could impact future funding and operations.
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| | APRN Modernization Act Released | | |
On Tuesday, Senators Testin, Cabral Guevera, and Roys were joined by Assembly Representatives Kurtz and Subeck to release this session’s APRN modernization bill. As stated in the cosponsorship memo, “the APRN Modernization Act will bring Wisconsin in line with the National Consensus Model of Advanced Nurse Licensure. It will provide clarity to the scope of practice of these important healthcare providers in comparison to other professionals in the state and their peers across state lines. APRNs are recognized in states all across the country, including our neighbors Minnesota and Illinois.”
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| | Legislative Days at State Capitol | |
Legislative Days at the Wisconsin State Capitol open the doors for individuals, businesses, and organizations to speak directly with their elected officials. Over the past few weeks, representatives from a wide range of industries gathered in Madison to share their priorities, discuss key issues, and help shape the policies that affect their communities and professions.
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| | WMC Launches Nominations for Business Friend of the Environment Awards Program | |
Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) – the combined state chamber and manufacturers’ association – opened nominations for its annual Wisconsin Business Friend of the Environment Awards Program. The program, sponsored by WM, seeks to demonstrate to state policymakers and the public that Wisconsin businesses are leading the way in sound environmental practices.
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On day 1 of votes, Wisconsin Republicans cut over 600 items from Gov. Tony Evers’ budget
Wisconsin Public Radio, May 8, 2025
Evers again insists any tax cut deal be part of budget, wants education funded ‘at every level’
WisPolitics, May 7, 2025
Wisconsin Republicans poised to delete hundreds of items from Evers’ budget
Wisconsin Public Radio, May 6, 2025
Democratic proposal seeks to ban hedge funds from buying Wisconsin houses
Wisconsin Watch, May 5, 2025
Constitution should clip governor’s veto wings, GOP lawmakers say
Capital Times, May 5, 2025
Republican lawmakers propose sweeping deregulation
Wisconsin Examiner, May 5, 2025
At budget hearings, Wisconsinites call for education, health care funding
Wisconsin Examiner, May 2, 2025
Requiring stores to accept cash, and other notable bills introduced in Wisconsin in April
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, May 2, 2025
Wisconsin Republican Josh Schoemann makes early entry into 2026 governor's race
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, May 1, 2025
Wisconsin needs to pass a state budget. Here’s how it works.
Capital Times, May 1, 2025
Republican bills aim to roll back state regulations
Wisconsin Public Radio, April 30, 2025
Assembly Corrections Committee questions DOC Sec. Jared Hoy on budget plan
Wisconsin Examiner, April 30, 2025
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