AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoAssisted Suicide Debate: Catholic advocates are warning Wisconsin lawmakers about a possible push to legalize assisted suicide again in 2027, citing the Church’s view of human dignity. Religious Liberty Ballot Fight: The Wisconsin Family Council is launching a six-figure statewide campaign to persuade voters on the November constitutional amendment on religious liberty and emergency worship closures. Health Care & BadgerCare: David Crowley’s campaign says he’ll open BadgerCare as a public option statewide, arguing Tom Tiffany helped end ACA tax credits that left 45,000 Wisconsinites without coverage. Utility Rates: Sen. Jamie Wall urged restraint as Wisconsin Public Service seeks major 2027-28 rate increases, arguing ratepayers shouldn’t absorb every projected cost. Data Centers & Local Control: Jefferson County is drafting ordinances to require notice for large data center projects, while Wisconsin Policy Forum research highlights how incentives could cost the state billions. Milwaukee Court Win for Small Business: Milwaukee rescinded a food truck curfew after a lawsuit, ending a 10 p.m. shutdown requirement. Workplace Protections: Wisconsin recovered $17,000 in unpaid wages for 23 minor workers after child labor violations tied to a McDonald’s franchisee. Election Law in Federal Court: A judge rejected a 22-state bid to block DHS from accessing TANF welfare data, allowing the data-sharing to proceed while the case continues. Write-Ins Reminder: Wisconsin voters are being reminded that most write-in votes won’t count unless the write-in candidate is properly registered.
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