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In-District Events
[see featured photo above] This past weekend, I attended the Hmong National Labor Day Festival, which commemorated 50 years since veterans from the Secret War resettled in the United States. It was an honor to be a part of the celebration of the Hmong community’s history, contributions, and traditions here in the Fox Valley.I also had a great time at the 50th Annual Boom Bay Heights Labor Day Picnic! [see photo below] Proceeds from this long-standing tradition go right back into the community—supporting our local EMTs and the Boom Bay Fire Department, funding scholarships for local high school students, making much-needed improvements to Boom Bay Park, and helping area nonprofits.
Committee on Ways and Means
This week, the Committee on Ways and Means met for both an executive session and a public hearing. In executive session, we passed four bills—AB 38, AB 280, AB 369, and AB 375—which will now move forward to the Assembly floor. We also held a public hearing on AB 219, which I am proud to co-sponsor. This legislation would create a tax credit to modernize rail infrastructure, improving safety, boosting efficiency, and strengthening Wisconsin’s transportation network for years to come.
Executive Session
- AB 38 – Creates an income tax exemption for tips received by employees from their customers, allowing workers in industries like hospitality to keep more of what they earn. Passed 8-2.
- AB 280 – Expands the business development tax credit to include workforce housing and childcare awards, helping address two of the biggest challenges facing Wisconsin workers and employers. Passed 10-0.
- AB 369 – Establishes a tax credit for businesses that provide child care to their employees, making it easier for parents to stay in the workforce while ensuring kids have safe, quality care. Passed 10-0.
- AB 375 – Improves the historic rehabilitation tax credit to encourage investment in preserving and revitalizing Wisconsin’s historic buildings, boosting economic development and community pride. Passed 10-0.
Public Hearing
- AB 219 — Establishes a tax credit to modernize rail infrastructure and strengthen our state’s transportation network. This investment will support local businesses, create jobs, and keep Wisconsin competitive for the future.
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