State Rep. Tyler August
Recent News About State Rep. Tyler August
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Historic Workforce Package Passes Legislature
Nov 15 2023This week, the Assembly passed a historic workforce package in a special session, providing much-needed relief for the middle class and addressing important issues such as childcare affordability and workforce development.One of the key components of the package is a $2 billion middle-class tax cut. The bill aims to reduce the tax burden on single filers making $27,630 or more, or $36,840 for married couples, by lowering the state's third income tax bracket rate from 5.3% to 4.4%. This change would result in an average savings of $600 annually for Wisconsin...
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Assembly Passes Measures for Election Integrity, Higher Education Reforms, and Workforce Strengthening
The Wisconsin Assembly has taken significant steps this week to address election integrity, higher education reforms, and workforce strengthening. Multiple measures were passed by both the Assembly and the Senate, including constitutional amendments that will now be placed on a statewide ballot for approval.One of the key measures passed is the prohibition of out-of-state billionaires from funding election administration. This provision aims to prevent individuals like Mark Zuckerberg from influencing how elections are run in Wisconsin. The Assembly believes that...
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Williams Bay Police Officer Honored as First Responder of the Year
Williams Bay veteran police officer Mark Erickson has been named the First Responder of the Year by State Representative Tyler August (R-Lake Geneva). Officer Erickson was recognized for his dedication and service to the community during a ceremony held at the State Capitol earlier this month.Representative August emphasized the importance of acknowledging the selfless acts of first responders, stating, "Officer Erickson has earned this award for his dedication to our community over the course of his 22 years of service." August also commended Erickson for his sincerity,...