Official Twitter page of Wisconsin State Representative Jessie Rodriguez, Assembly District 21. Serving the people of Oak Creek, Milwaukee, and Greenfield.
Today we pause to honor the courageous men and women who heroically gave their lives in service to our country. We must always remember that our freedom comes at a cost. May their sacrifice never be forgotten.
This week is National EMS Week!
Thank you to all the dedicated EMS professionals and first responders who answer the call every day to serve our communities in times of need. This week, we recognize and appreciate their unwavering service, sacrifice and commitment.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Breaking the stigma around mental health can save lives, so talk about it! If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis, the @988Lifeline is available 24/7 for free to people of all ages.
Today, as part of National Police Week, we honor the brave men and women in law enforcement who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Our thoughts are with their families and colleagues today💙.
UPDATE: Unfortunately, the Senate failed to concur with us on our plan to return $1.8 billion of the surplus to Wisconsin taxpayers.
Across the country, families are feeling the strain of rising costs. The #WIAssembly and @GovEvers wanted to do our part by using $1.8 billion from the state surplus to help families manage rising costs, reward hard work, and continue investing in special education. Instead, that money will remain in the state’s coffers. It’s disappointing that this surplus will not be returned to you, the taxpayers who overpaid.
The Wisconsin Assembly met for a Special Session today to pass a bill that uses $1.8 billion from the state surplus to help families manage rising costs, reward hard work, and continue investing in our K-12 schools to help stabilize property taxes. Our bill will… (🧵1/8)
This bill is the result of months of bipartisan negotiations. I am proud to support the compromise before us today and look forward to seeing it signed into law so we can return the surplus to Wisconsinites and help families address rising costs! (🧵8/8)
The Wisconsin Assembly met for a Special Session today to pass a bill that uses $1.8 billion from the state surplus to help families manage rising costs, reward hard work, and continue investing in our K-12 schools to help stabilize property taxes. Our bill will… (🧵1/8)
I never thought that when Ashley asked to be my campaign manager for my primary in 2013 that I would end up gaining two great friends in you and Ashley. You, Ashley and Adam are the reason why I won that special election and I would not have served all these years if she hadn’t asked to help me. I love you both. Thank you for your friendship.