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Scott Walker was officially sworn into office this week as Wisconsin's 45th governor and the Legislature has begun the 2011-12 session. Within minutes after taking the oath of office, Gov. Walker declared an economic emergency and called a special session to pass legislation aimed at adding jobs and sending a message that "Wisconsin is open for business."

In the short two months between election night and inauguration, Gov. Walker unveiled numerous policies he plans to pursue soon after being sworn in and calling a special session focusing on job creation.