Tax Cuts and More!
Senator Julian Bradley (R-Franklin) and Senator Rachael discuss their tax proposal that will “Return Your Surplus.” Click here to watch the video.
It was another busy week in Madison and around the district!
On Tuesday, I testified before the Universities and Revenue Committee on Senate Bill 435, the “Returning Your Surplus” tax cut that I’ve authored with Representative Dave Steffen. This crucial piece of legislation will put an average of over $750 back in to your pocket and make up to $100,000 of retirement income tax-free. I’m hopeful that Governor Evers will do the right thing and stand with taxpayers and our grandparents.
Three other bills I authored moved through the public hearing process this week, including:
- Senate Bill 39: adding the opportunity for voters to receive text notifications regarding their absentee ballot.
- Senate Bill 83: giving voters the tools to understand the true cost of referenda, including interest in the total ask.
- Senate Bill 261: Making sure tanning facilities follow best practices and protect minors.
On Wednesday, I chaired the Senate Committee on Health. We took up executive appointments to the Medical Examining Board, the Dentistry Examining Board, and DHS Secretary-designee Kirsten Johnson!
I also had the pleasure of speaking with former State Senator Gary Goyke and Jack Voight who have been outspoken advocates for making the Monarch our state butterfly. I’m proud to lead that bill in the senate!
In addition, my office and I had productive meetings with:
- Susan G. Komen
- State Monarch Butterfly Legislative Briefing
- Appleton Armory
- Advocates for “Final Five” voting
- A PFAS Sequestration company
- Several constituents
If you’d like to check out more of what I’m working on, click here!
Do you support including estimated interest cost in the total ask for referenda? Vote here!
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Senator Rachael with members of the State Assembly and Senate during the Monarch Butterfly Legislative Briefing and release!
Wisconsin’s Earn While You Learn Health Care Programs
Wisconsin’s health care sector, like many other facets of our economy, is struggling to find workers. According to a report from the Department of Workforce Development, Wisconsin could find itself 20,000 nurses short by the year 2040.
WisCaregiver Careers is funded through the federal and state government which covers the cost of obtaining a CNA certification for Wisconsin Nursing Homes. There is a $500 bonus for those who remain employed for six months.
SSM Health is a Catholic non-profit healthcare system that covers the Midwest. This program offers CNA training which is open to the public.
UW Health offers a registered apprenticeship for medical assistants. Apprentices that complete this program will then be eligible to take the Clinical Certified Medical Assistant credentialing program.
A recent Post-Crescent article further explains more programs and organizations that offer free or low-cost programs to train more health care professionals! Read more here.
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!
Saturday, September 30th: Appleton’s Octoberfest, Appleton Farmer’s Market, Neenah Farmers Market, “The Hallows” A Haunted Trail Walk
Sight In Day for Youth and Disabled Hunters: 9am-4pm, Springbrook Sportsman’s Club, 5923 Springbrook Rd, Omro WI
This event is free for: Hunters 16 years and younger, disabled hunters and veterans
Sunday, October 1st: Sips & Strums
Monday, October 2nd: Wild Child Adventure Storytime
Tuesday, October 3rd: Food Truck Rally
Friday, October 6th: Fitness Friday, “The Hallows” A Haunted Trail Walk
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.
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.
