Dear Friend,
This past year has been one of little progress, especially in the area of job creation and economic growth. Below we look at the partisan road blocks that have prevented our state from moving forward.
As usual, please feel free to contact me with any questions, concerns or opinions you may have about our community or our state.
Sincerely,
Chris Larson
State Senator, District 7
Milwaukee County Transit Cuts Soon in Effect
Public transit systems across Wisconsin are struggling to maintain current service levels after devastating cuts were implemented by Governor Walker. This is especially concerning for neighbors now relying on public transit to get to their jobs in an effort to spend less of their hard-earned money on vehicle expenses.
The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) has been undergoing some changes recently. On January 1 of this year, fares for TransitPlus users were increased by 75 cents, raising the cost of each bus ticket to $4. The system will see even bigger changes on Sunday, January 29, when some bus stops will be eliminated and other bus routes will be renamed.
Click here for more information about these current and future changes to public transit in Milwaukee.
These changes are being implemented as Milwaukee County struggles with the drastic cuts incurred under Governor Walker's budget, including $77 million to shared revenue and a loss of 10% of funds used to maintain public transit. I strongly opposed these cuts, and the resulting shift of these funds to cover unnecessary highway projects, knowing that it would have a detrimental impact on those that rely on public transit, including individuals with disabilities, the elderly, and commuters. I will continue working to help ensure that public transportation remains available to everyone.
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Know Your Voting Rights
Scott Walker and Republican legislators recently enacted some of the most restrictive ID requirements for voters in the country. While they have been working to silence Wisconsin's voters, I have been working hard to keep Wisconsin's voters informed of their rights. I have created a simple handout answering some of the most frequently asked questions surrounding Wisconsin's new voter restrictions.
Click here to view this handout or visit my Web site, SenatorChrisLarson.com.
Click here to view the same PDF in Spanish.
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