Walker considers replacing WI gas tax with sales tax
Gov. Scott Walker says the move could help stabilize the state's transportation fund as it faces a $680 million shortfall in the next budget.
View ArticleNew gas tax, higher fees proposed in Wisconsin
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation wants to impose higher fees on electric and hybrid cars, a new variable tax on gasoline and a higher tax on diesel fuel.
View ArticleWisconsin coalition opposes right-to-work bill
A newly formed coalition of more than 300 construction-related private businesses in Wisconsin announced that it will work to defeat a right-to-work proposa
View ArticleWalker looking at 6 to 7 Wisconsin agencies for changes
Gov. Scott Walker talked in general about his ideas for merging state government operations after speaking to Senate Republicans.
View ArticleWalker focuses on property tax cut
Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker said he remains committed to lowering property taxes next year even though the state faces a projected $2.2 billion state budget shortfall.
View ArticleWisconsin governor touts drug testing for aid recipients
Medicaid recipients in Wisconsin would be required to undergo drug testing and could be limited in how long they can receive benefits under measures proposed Thursday by Gov. Scott Walker
View ArticleTribal chairman reacts to governor’s rejection letter
Menominee Chairman Gary Besaw said Tuesday he's disappointed by the governor's response, but asks him to honor the tribe's request to meet Wednesday in Madison.
View ArticleWisconsin Legislature sends right-to-work bill to Gov. Walker
Wisconsin lawmakers voted Friday to make their state the 25th to enact right-to-work legislation, pushing a fast-tracked bill through the Assembly after an overnight debate and sending it on to Gov....
View ArticleWisconsin governor announces deal for new $500M Bucks arena
Gov. Scott Walker, team officials, state lawmakers, Milwaukee's Democratic mayor and the Milwaukee County executive have been negotiating behind closed doors for weeks.
View ArticleWisconsin legislative leaders announce transportation plan
The Legislature's finance committee is expected to approve the road plan during an all-night session Thursday into Friday.
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