Speaker Vos pushed ahead vote, saying he wouldn’t be “held hostage” by the Senate GOP wanting changes
Republicans have 20-13 majority in Senate but are 5-6 votes short
Environmental and judicial rules also changed for the company
Last secretary was appointed back in mid-90s
The $76 million budget is over two months late
Bill also waives environmental regulations so Foxconn can build in wetlands or waterways
Senate, Assembly chairs disappointed no long-term solution was reached
State has yet to clear the way on $3 billion incentive package
Critics contend it’s move to push wages down, increase big business profits
Panel fielded 39 complaints over the year
Budget committee rejected self-insurance plan by Gov. Walker
Foxconn, road funding could still derail budget
Walker also heading to Asia in Sept.
Candidate Andy Gronik says Walker needs to drop “the brand”
Republicans trying to incentivize districts to make it easier to teach without license
At least 18 have declared a run for governor
“We know that outside manufacturing plants of Foxconn, rivers are very polluted,” a U of Michigan environmental engineer said.
Move saves households about $25 a year, while state loses $181.5 million for forests
Tony Evers, 65, says he can bring bipartisan solutions Gov. Walker can’t
Shilling and Billings held town meeting last week, hearing concerns over deal
