Madison – Rep. Rob Summerfield (R-Bloomer) issued the following statement after voting to pass the state’s biennial budget early this morning on the Assembly floor:
“I’m happy to have voted for a responsible budget” said Rep. Summerfield. “This budget keeps Wisconsin on the right track and brings meaningful investments to the 68th Assembly District and the State of Wisconsin.”
This budget will deliver nearly $1.5 billion in tax relief on hardworking Wisconsinites, including the full elimination of the sales tax on natural gas and electricity. Thanks to the conservative-led legislature, the governor’s proposal to increase taxes by over $3.7 billion was stopped, and over 300 unnecessary state government positions were eliminated. The legislature also helped our local governments with transportation funding by providing $150 million for the Agriculture Road Improvement Program and a 3% increase in General Transportation Aid. These investments are all significant victories for our community.
In budget negotiations, Rep. Summerfield prioritized the needs of rural Wisconsin and secured funding for the County Forest Administration Grant, the Sustainable Forestry Grant, and the Wildlife Habitat Grant.
“Knowing how important and impactful the forestry industry is for the 68th district, we are pleased to see this investment in our area,” said State Rep. Summerfield.
This budget also included provisions that are focused on expanding access to critical mental health services in our communities, including funding to establish a behavioral health hospital and funding to renovate and re-open the L.E. Phillips Libertas Treatment Center.
“Another meaningful investment for our area was the increase in funding for mental health services in our community,” said Rep. Summerfield. “I am proud to have voted for a budget that supports our region in such an impactful way.”
The 68th Assembly District includes Chippewa, Price, Rusk, and Taylor counties
Last Update: Jul 03, 2025 11:11 am CDT
