AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoBudget Deal Watch: Gov. Evers and GOP leaders unveiled a proposed $1.8 billion Wisconsin budget package that would send refund checks ($850M total) and expand school funding, with property tax relief tied to the public-school portion—expect debate and criticism ahead of a Wednesday vote. Air Quality Accountability: Neenah Foundry will pay a $200,000 fine to settle state claims tied to 18 air-pollution permit and monitoring violations. Prison Pressure: The Wisconsin DOC says overcrowding and staffing shortages are still driving major strain, with hundreds of job vacancies even after pay increases. Weather + Wildlife: Storm chances return Tuesday in SE Wisconsin, while scientists urge Wisconsinites to turn off non-essential outdoor lights overnight to protect migrating birds. Tech + Schools: A Canvas cyber attack has disrupted classes across Wisconsin, and UW-Stevens Point at Wausau is partnering with Northcentral Technical College to relocate operations.
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