Republicans Offer Tax Cut Package
- Expanding the Second Tax Bracket: – Expand the second tax bracket from $38,190 to $150,000 (married filing jointly).
- Expanding the Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit: Â Expand the current 50% tax credit to 100% of the federal tax credit. Â It would increase the maximum allowable expenses to $10,000 for one child or $20,000 for two children.
- Expanding the Married Couple Credit: Â Increase the maximum credit from $480 to $870.
- Retirement Income Exemption: Â Exempt up to $150,000 in retirement income per couple ($75,000 per individual filer) from state income tax.
Capitol Visits
Wisconsin State Treasurer John Leiber stopped by the office this week.
Christina Nistler and Courtney Koci visited on behalf of the Wisconsin Restaurant Association.
Jonathan Krause from Green Bay’s WHBY Radio stopped by on Wednesday.
Wisconsin Snow Report
It’s time to enjoy winter in Wisconsin! Check out the Travel Wisconsin Snow Report by clicking on the image above to find conditions in your area.
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.
