Slow pace that is driving divisive political rhetoric could change when President-elect Joe Biden takes office, launching $20 billion national vaccination program to vaccinate 100 million people in first 100 days.
Speaker Robin Vos says Senate chose to “cave to the governor’s demands” instead of adopting his Assembly’s version of the bill.
After months of inaction, the GOP’s return has spread disingenuousness, misinformation, and likely a dangerous virus.
But relief would still be held hostage unless Evers accepts a big legal favor for businesses that don’t protect workers and customers.
Evers said he would likely veto a bill that includes some relief measures but also several poison pills.
Legal organization said GOP bill giving businesses immunity from COVID-19 lawsuits would, “pick winners and losers.”
A public hearing is scheduled for 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Capitol, less than 24 hours after Republican bill was introduced.
Governor wants immediate action on a compromise bill while Democratic lawmakers want a proposal that goes even further.
Also, Democrat and Republican strategists talk about common ground in the upcoming Wisconsin budget.
Assembly Minority Leader says Democrats likely will not attend Monday's ceremony. Meanwhile, state senators came up with compromised, safer inauguration plan.
