Speaking in favor of my proposal, which would expand access to important medications at a reduced cost. Read more here:Â Senate Bill 987.
Happy Friday!
The past two weeks have been exceptionally busy and productive in the Legislature. We’ve had a full schedule that included in-depth discussions on priority legislation, a Senate floor session, the State of the State Address, public hearings in the Senate Agriculture, Revenue, and Transportation committees, a panel discussion with the Wisconsin Nurses Association, and many meetings both in Madison and around our area.
In recent weeks, we’ve welcomed several advocacy groups to the Capitol for thoughtful conversations about current bills and potential future initiatives. Among those represented were the Fox Valley Technical College Student Government Association, UW-River Falls Student Government Association, ABATE of Wisconsin, the Wisconsin Academy of Audiology, Future Farmers of America, the Wisconsin Nurses Association, the Wisconsin Hospital Association, UW-Madison, Chippewa Valley Rally, the Wisconsin Towns Association, and representatives of the Interstate Compact for Military Children. I also attended the State of the State Address and held productive meetings with leaders from the Appleton Area School District and the Waupaca School District.
Last Wednesday, the Senate held a floor session and advanced several key bills, including my proposals to ensure parental access to minors’ health records, clarifying who can write school excuse notes, and making sure foreign adversaries do not have unfettered access to state devices.
Last Thursday, a public hearing was held in the Senate Committee on Transportation and Local Government, where we heard the proposal I’ve worked on with several groups to regulate wake-enhanced boating, protecting local control. This week, the Senate Agriculture and Revenue Committee conducted an informational hearing on smoking harm reduction strategies.
A major highlight from last Thursday was the unanimous passage of Gail’s Law in the Assembly. This is a tremendous achievement, as the bill—having already cleared the Senate—now heads to the Governor’s desk. I am optimistic that he will sign it into law. Gail’s Law will require health insurance to cover supplemental breast cancer screenings at no cost-share for women with dense breast tissue. For nearly 40% of women, dense breast tissue can obscure tumors on a standard mammogram, making early detection challenging and often requiring additional tests like ultrasounds or MRIs. This marks the third legislative session that Gail’s Law has been introduced, and it has finally crossed the finish line. I am deeply grateful to finally honor the memory of Gail Zeamer and support her family by helping move this life-saving measure forward.
Wishing you all a wonderful week ahead!
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, February 27th:Â Candlelight Hikes
Friday, February 27th:Â Battle For the Lake Rodeo
Saturday, February 28th:Â Frenzy in Fremont @ Clemin’s Resort
Saturday, February 28th:Â Community Plant Swap
Saturday, February 28th:Â FREE Community Night at the YMCA – Winter Olympics
Saturday, February 28th:Â The Battle on Bear/Manawa Snodeo Ice Racing
Sunday, March 1st:Â 5th Annual Art Supply Swap
Monday, March 2nd:Â UW-Oshkosh Spring Internship & Career Fair
Tuesday, March 3rd: Emanuel Ev. Lutheran Church – Blood Drive
Wednesday, March 4th:Â Senior Safety and Scam Prevention
Wednesday, March 4th:Â Financial Education Workshop
Wednesday, March 4th:Â Town of Richford Blood Drive
Thursday, March 5th:Â Downtown Neenah Blood Drive
Below are some great resources to learn more about our community and fun events!
Fox Cities Events Calendar
Future Neenah Events Calendar
Oshkosh Chamber of Commerce
New London Chamber of Commerce
Waushara Area Chamber of Commerce
Wisconsin Sensory-Friendly Children Museums
Visit Waupaca County
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.
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.
Health (Chair)
Universities and Technical Colleges (Vice Chair)
Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Children and Families
Agriculture and Revenue
Joint Legislative Council
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.
