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Joint Finance Committee Budget Hearings: In-Person and Virtual
The Wisconsin’s Legislature’s Joint Finance Committee will be holding in-person, public hearings on the 2021-2023 state budget as well as one virtual hearing. The hearing schedule:
- Wednesday, April 21, 2021, The Hodag Dome, Rhinelander, WI
- Thursday, April 22, 2021, UW-Stout, Menominee, WI
- Wednesday, April 28, 2021, Virtual (those wishing to testify will need to register in advance)
The public hearings will begin at 10 a.m. and conclude at 5 p.m. The format will be similar to past hearings. Management at each of the venues will monitor capacity. Those wishing to testify at the virtual hearing will be required to register in advance, detaisl to come on the registration process. A portal is available for individuals to provide input or you can email budget.comments@legis.wisconsin.gov
The Greater Wisconsin Agency on Aging Resources (GWAAR) has created a 2021-2023 Budget summary that highlights aspects of Governor Ever’s budget proposal that impacts older adults and caregivers.
Policy & Budget Priorities
The Wisconsin Aging Advocacy Network (WAN) has put forth their 2021-2023 Policy and Budget Priorities regarding the Governor’s budget proposal. This document is a great starting point for advocacy efforts around the budget!
Reinvest in Aging and Disability Resource Centers
The Wisconsin Aging Advocacy Network’s (WAN) publication regarding ADRC reinvestment.
This information is provided for educational purposes and to empower you with information. As advocates, being educated on proposed legislation is critical.
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Questions about advocacy issues?
Here are some resources to help guide you in effective advocacy.
Know the make-up of your government and the process for Legislative change.
- How does a bill become a law?
- Who are my Legislators?
- Know the “who’s who” of your legislature
- Find out what laws and legislation are being discussed, as well as important dates
Effective advocacy also requires effective communication.
- What can I do?
- How to speak and/or write effectively to your legislature
- Why Legislators need to hear from you
- Advocacy vs. Lobbying
Know the facts of Voting and ensure your vote is counted.
- Upcoming elections in your area or statewide
- Where do I vote?
- How to register and what your voting options are
- Tracking your ballot
Advocacy in Action – ADRC Month
May is Aging and Disability Resource Center month! Have you ever wondered how ADRCs came to exist and serve vulnerable older adults and people with disabilities throughout Wisconsin? Our creation dates back to the 1960’s when, for the first time, congress took a...
Family Caregiver Advocacy
Governor Evers' current budget proposal includes a number of critical items that would assist family caregivers throughout Wisconsin. As the state legislature begins drafting their own budget proposal, please consider reaching out to your elected officials to share...
Transition Advocacy
DID YOU KNOW? One of the services provided by ADRCs is to support young adults with disabilities while they are still in school and as they make the transition to adulthood by helping them connect to programs and services in the community. Students are supported in...
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