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19th Senate District Update: April 5, 2024

Read more about Act 148 here.

As the legislative session wraps up in Madison and we plan a busy summer in-district, I wanted to share some of the things we’ve gotten done for you this session.

One big change that will help families save for their kids’ college is our recent update to 529 (EdVest) accounts. Assembly Bill 793, now Act 148, was signed into law on March 21st.

As a mom of four, I know what a daunting challenge saving up for college can be. That’s why the legislature has taken action to make sure you have more tools in your pocket to help. Act 148 helps families save by making EdVest account contributions up to $5000 tax-deductible.

We also made sure you can use EdVest accounts for apprenticeships and loan repayments. As our education system evolves, we need to make sure the government is not standing in the way of you accessing your money.

My staff and I were also happy to meet with:

  • Winnebago County Human Services
  • Manawa Fire Department
  • Direct Primary Care Providers
  • Community members in Wautoma

Next week, I look forward to many more meetings in our area!


Getting Ready for April – Month of the Military Child

As a military kid myself, I am doing what I can to bring awareness to the Month of the Military Child! If interested, click on the link below to learn about how you can support our military families.

Purple Up! April is the Month of the Military Child


Community Events

Here is a list of some events happening around our area in the next few weeks. If you have an event you would like included in future e-updates, email us here!

Friday, April 5th: Timber Rattlers Home Opener
Friday, April 5th: Waushara Interactive Networking (WIN) Group
Saturday, April 6th: 
Blue Ribbon Kids Day
Saturday, April 6th: Northport Snowriders Snowmobile Club – Blizzard Bash
Saturday, April 6th: New London Parks & Recreation – The Great Pup Hunt

Sunday, April 7th: Waupaca Community Chorus and Civic Orchestra Mostly Mozart
Wednesday, April 10th: Storytime at the Wautoma Library

COMING UP: Friday, April 12, 2024: American Legion Norris Spencer Post 263 and Auxiliary – Blood Drive
Saturday, April 13, 2024: Spring into Coloma

Below are some great resources to learn more about our community and fun events, opportunities to explore our wonderful parks and trails, along with great cuisine!

Fox Cities Events Calendar
Future Neenah Events Calendar
48 Hours to Explore Appleton
Wisconsin Sensory-Friendly Children Museums
Travel Wisconsin Appleton Area Events
Travel Wisconsin


Traveling to the Capitol

My office is available five days a week for anyone looking to travel down to the Capitol!

If you are interested in a guided tour provided by my staff, or me, please email Sen.Cabral-Guevara@legis.wisconsin.gov. Emailing my office as early as possible will help ensure that I can allot time in my calendar to get to know you, your family and friends, and show you around the building!


Committees

This session, I serve as the chair of the Senate Committee on Health. My number one priority has always been to increase affordability and accessibility in health care for the state of Wisconsin.

Click on the links to check out what the committees I serve on are up to!

Health (Chair)
Mental Health, Substance Abuse Prevention, Children and Families (Vice Chair)
Education
Universities & Revenue


Contacting My Office

My capitol office is here to help you with general inquiries as well as questions and concerns regarding legislative matters. Feel free to contact me or my staff. We are always ready to assist you in your needs. Please visit my website for press releases and other capitol updates.

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