Ayes - Senators Bernier, Bewley, Carpenter, Cowles, Craig, Erpenbach, Feyen, Fitzgerald, Hansen, Jacque, Johnson, Kooyenga, Larson, LeMahieu, Marklein, Miller, Nass, Olsen, Petrowski, Ringhand, Risser, Roth, Schachtner, Shilling, Smith, Stroebel, L. Taylor, Testin, Tiffany, Wanggaard and Wirch - 31.
Noes - Senator Kapenga - 1.
Absent or not voting - Senator Darling - 1.
Concurred in.
Senator Fitzgerald, with unanimous consent, asked that all action be immediately messaged to the Assembly:
Messaged.
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Motions may be offered
Senator Ringhand asked unanimous consent that the rules be suspended and Senate Bill 130 be withdrawn from the committee on Agriculture, Revenue and Financial Institutions and be taken up at this time.
Senator Fitzgerald objected.
Senator Ringhand moved that the rules be suspended and Senate Bill 130 be withdrawn from the committee on Agriculture, Revenue and Financial Institutions and be taken up at this time.
Senate Bill 130
Relating to: property tax assessments regarding leased property and assessments based on comparable sales and market segments.
hist100808The question was: Shall the rules be suspended and Senate Bill 130 be withdrawn from the committee on Agriculture, Revenue and Financial Institutions and be taken up at this time? The ayes and noes were demanded and the vote was: ayes, 14; noes, 18; absent or not voting, 1; as follows:
Ayes - Senators Bewley, Carpenter, Erpenbach, Hansen, Johnson, Larson, Miller, Ringhand, Risser, Schachtner, Shilling, Smith, L. Taylor and Wirch - 14.
Noes - Senators Bernier, Cowles, Craig, Feyen, Fitzgerald, Jacque, Kapenga, Kooyenga, LeMahieu, Marklein, Nass, Olsen, Petrowski, Roth, Stroebel, Testin, Tiffany and Wanggaard - 18.
Absent or not voting - Senator Darling - 1.
Refused to suspend rules.
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Announcements, Adjournment Honors, and Remarks Under Special Privilege
Senator Hansen, with unanimous consent, asked that the Senate adjourn in honor of three institutions that came about in 1919 and are celebrating 100 years: IBEW-Local 158, Fort Howard, now Georgia Pacific, and the Green Bay Packers.
Senator Wanggaard, with unanimous consent, asked that the Senate adjourn in honor of Peace Officers Memorial Day, and National Police Week. In 1962, President Kennedy declared today, May 15th, Peace Officers Memorial Day, and the corresponding week Police Week. This annual observance pays respect to law enforcement officers who have been disabled or have lost their lives in the line of duty for the safety and protection of others. As a retired police officer, Senator Wanggaard is proud and honored to remember his fellow law enforcement officers. Thank you to all of those who have served, and all of those who continue to protect and serve us today.
Senator Miller, with unanimous consent, asked that the Senate adjourn in honor of Maya Jadhav of Eagle School in Fitchburg and Spencer Phillips of Indian Mound Middle School in McFarland. Maya won the 2019 Badger State Spelling Bee and has advanced to the 92nd Scripps National Spelling Bee, May 27-30. Spencer Phillips and other Wisconsin students have also qualified for the Scripps National Spelling Bee.
Senator Taylor, with unanimous consent, asked that the Senate adjourn in honor of the women who fought for the suffrage and the black women who were left out of the 19th Amendment.
Senator Taylor, with unanimous consent, asked that the Senate adjourn in honor of her mother Lena J. Taylor and grandmother Delta Packard, who taught her not only entrepreneurship but also to love herself and not define herself based on what others say or think.
Senator Taylor, with unanimous consent, asked that the Senate adjourn in honor of fallen officers across the nation and the two fallen officers from the Milwaukee community. They will be naming a highway in honor of them.
Senator Schachtner, with unanimous consent, asked that the Senate adjourn in honor of Becky Olson of Somerset. Becky Olson was recognized by Minneapolis Fox 9 as a Top Teacher for her outstanding work in and out of the classroom.
Senator Schachtner, with unanimous consent, asked that the Senate adjourn in honor of graduating students from Senate District 10.
Senator Schachtner, with unanimous consent, asked that the Senate adjourn in honor of law enforcement officers across Wisconsin. As a medical examiner, Senator Schachtner works closely with law enforcement and observes the dedication of those in uniform regularly.
Senator Bewley, with unanimous consent, asked that the Senate adjourn in honor of Jayme Closs, the young woman who escaped her abductor. She came to the Assembly today to accept a Hometown Hero Award.
Senator Wanggaard, with unanimous consent, asked that the Senate adjourn in honor of his intern, Seap Bhardwaj. For the last year he have had the pleasure of having Seap Bhardwaj as an intern in his office. She is a constituent from Bristol and is a junior at UW-Madison, majoring in Political Science and Economics. Next semester she will be interning and taking classes in Washington D.C. She has been an outstanding intern and her work ethic is admirable. It has been a pleasure having her here over the past year, and Senator Wanggaard wishes her the very best in her future endeavors! Fine job!
Senator Wanggaard, with unanimous consent, asked that the Senate adjourn in honor of his intern, Kennedy Borman. Kennedy has worked in his office during different periods since 2015 and has provided their office with hours of hard work and entertainment. This past weekend she graduated from UW-Madison with a degree in Political Science. Her passion about the legislative process and work ethic have earned her a job in the Assembly. Senator Wanggaard wishes her all the luck in her new position and is excited to see her around the building. Fine job, Kennedy!
Senator Wanggaard, with unanimous consent, asked that the Senate adjourn in honor of a member of his staff, Michelle Osdene, who turned forty on May 13th. Michelle has been an essential part of his office since he was elected back to the Senate in 2014. She is the most important person in his life, with the possible exception of his wife. Senator Wanggaard is so grateful for all she has done for his as a seasoned veteran. Happy birth-week, Michelle!
Senator Cowles, with unanimous consent, asked that the Senate adjourn in honor of staffers Toni Herkert and Jason Mugnaini, who put hundreds of hours into the pollution trading bill.
Senator Shilling, with unanimous consent, asked that the Senate adjourn in honor of Senator Darling and wishes her a speedy recovery.
Senator Shilling, with unanimous consent, asked that the Senate adjourn in honor of Senator Risser who celebrated his birthday this month.
Senator Fitzgerald, with unanimous consent, asked that the Senate adjourn in honor of his former staffer, Cindy Block. Cindy Block started her career in Wisconsin state government in 1981 as a part of the legal team in Governor Lee Sherman Dreyfus' administration. Cindy worked for the Senate Republican Caucus and researched marital property reform and equal rights for women. Cindy served as a legislative aide for Senator Barbara Lorman and later for newly elected Senator Scott Fitzgerald. She researched legislative policy, managed constituent relations, worked with state agencies and oversaw daily office operations. Over the years, Cindy helped plan legislative events such as Senate inaugurations, Senate reunions, Fallen Soldier resolutions and receptions, and the Capitol's 100th Birthday Celebration. Cindy has enjoyed helping the 13th Senate District, working with constituents from all backgrounds and passing legislation to address common sense issues impacting Wisconsin residents. Cindy appreciated the unpredictable nature of her job, from women protesting the right to go topless, circus elephants in the rotunda, Capitol restoration, Apartheid sit-ins, and Act 10 protests. Cindy earned a bachelor’s degree in journalism from UW-Madison and a Baccalaureate Paralegal Degree and she is a member of the Madison Paralegal Association, UW-Madison Alumni Association, Wisconsin Women's Council, Historical Society Alumni Committee, State Capitol Ornament Committee, and the Governor's Commission on Celebrating the 100th Birthday of the State Capitol. Cindy is appreciated for her thoughtful, wise leadership and political acumen. Her friendship, humor, dog stories, and travel adventures will be sorely missed. Senator Fitzgerald commends Cindy Block for her years of dedicated public service and her contributions to Wisconsin State Government and wishes her the best in her retirement.
Senator Fitzgerald, with unanimous consent, asked that the Senate adjourn in honor of Darling as she recovers.
Senator Carpenter, with unanimous consent, asked that the Senate adjourn in honor of Milwaukee Police Officer Michael Michalski, who was killed in the line of duty on July 25, 2018.
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Adjournment
Senator Fitzgerald, with unanimous consent, asked that the Senate stand adjourned pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1.
Adjourned.
12:39 P.M.
