MADISON, Wis. — Gov. Tony Evers plans to kick off his series of virtual discussions this week to give Wisconsinites a place to discuss elements of his proposed biennial budget.
Evers introduced his budget last month. It includes increased spending for education, justice reform, unemployment improvements and more.
The first of the live sessions, which will focus on economic recovery and opportunity, is scheduled for Thursday at 6 p.m. Wisconsinites can register to attend online.
“We are kicking off our Badger Bounceback Live Sessions this week. On Thursday, we will be talking about economic recovery and opportunity and how our Badger Bounceback agenda puts our families, farmers, and small businesses in the best position to recover from this pandemic,” Evers said. “Folks, there’s a long road of recovery ahead of us and plenty of work to do, so let’s roll up our sleeves and get to work together.”
Evers plans to host additional virtual Badger Bounceback Live Sessions on several other topics in the coming weeks.
The full schedule is as follows:
- Badger Bounceback Live Session on Accessible & Affordable Healthcare – March 25 at 6 p.m.
- Badger Bounceback Live Session on Transportation & Infrastructure – March 30 at 6 p.m.
- Badger Bounceback Live Session on What’s Best for Our Kids – April 8 at 6 p.m.
- Badger Bounceback Live Session on Justice Reform & Marijuana Legalization – April 14 at 6 p.m.
- Badger Bounceback Live Session on Climate Change & Our Environment – April 21 at 6 p.m.
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