Assembly Bill 455
Last week I introduced Assembly Bill 455, the Condominium Conversion Reimbursement Grant Bill. This is part of a package of bills aimed at addressing Wisconsin’s housing shortage. AB 455 is a smart way to tackle the housing shortage by encouraging the development of owner-occupied condominiums, but our state’s condo rules haven’t kept up in decades. That’s why I’m supporting legislation to incentivize developers to convert multi-family rental units into these condos. The goal is simple: provide the funding boost needed to ease housing shortages by making it easier and more rewarding for developers to build owner-occupied condos through these targeted incentives.
NCSL Ireland Trip
I recently attended a National Conference of State Legislators (NCSL) trip to Ireland. As the Chairman of the Wisconsin Ireland Trade Commission I felt this was an great opportunity to promote Wisconsin abroad, and to continue to make connections that can benefit Wisconsin. In the photo above I’m meeting with representatives from the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. In my discussions I was happy to hear that Wisconsin is viewed as a good place to do business.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This disease touches too many lives—our mothers, sisters, wives, daughters, and friends—and I’m urging everyone to spread awareness, encourage early screenings, and support local efforts like fundraisers and walks.
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State Capitol Tours
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The best way to experience the beauty and grandeur of Wisconsin’s Capitol building (located at 2 East Main Street, Madison, WI 53702) is to see it for yourself. It is open to the public weekdays from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and weekends and holidays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Free tours are offered daily, year round except on the following holidays: New Year’s Day, Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas. Tours start at the information desk Monday through Saturday at 9:00, 10:00, 11:00 a.m. and 1:00, 2:00, 3:00 p.m.; and Sundays at 1:00, 2:00, 3:00 p.m. A 4:00 p.m. tour is offered weekdays (Monday – Friday), excluding holidays, during Memorial Day through Labor Day. Plan on spending 45-55 minutes for a tour. The sixth floor museum and observation deck are open during the summer months. Groups of ten or more can make an on-line reservation for a tour of the State Capitol or call (608)266-0382.
