Governor Evers unveiled his $83.4 billion state budget proposal last week, including a gas tax increase, new marijuana policy and more. We get reaction from Democratic and Republican lawmakers. We also discuss what it would take to better serve our state’s schools, teachers and students.
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State Capitol Report: Two Takes On Governor Evers' Proposed Budget
Governor Evers’ proposed $83.4 billion state budget would expand Medicaid in Wisconsin, raise the gas tax by 8 cents a gallon, and legalize medical marijuana, among other things. On this edition of the State Capital Report, we’re joined by two state lawmakers, a Republican and a Democrat, for some budget analysis, and hear their takes on the proposed spending plan.
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Actions And Ideas To Better Serve Wisconsin's Students
Last week the Governor proposed increasing education spending in Wisconsin. Beyond funding, people across the state are trying to find solutions to the achievement gap, how to address charter school and more. We talk with two advocates of varying perspectives about how to fund, maintain, and improve education.
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Chris Malina Producer
- Jana Rose Schleis Producer
- Mark Born Guest
- Amanda Stuck Guest
- Will Flanders Guest
- Heather DuBois Bourenane Guest
- Lee Rayburn Technical Director
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