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LRB’s Summary of the 2011–2012 Wisconsin Legislative Session
Submitted by Hamilton on Thu, 05/31/2012 - 9:40amThe Wisconsin Legislative Reference Bureau has released its research bulletin providing an overview of the acts and joint resolutions of the 2011–2012 Wisconsin Legislative Session. Legislation is organized by topic with acts described under the appropriate subject heading or headings. Significant acts and joint resolutions are highlighted by shading.
Legislative Audit Bureau Reviews Two DHS Programs
Submitted by Hamilton on Thu, 05/31/2012 - 9:37amWisconsin’s independent Legislative Audit Bureau recently released its audits of the Wisconsin FoodShares program and the state’s Health Insurance Risk-Sharing Plan (HIRSP) Authority.
Criminal Justice Coordinating Council Seeks Public Input
Submitted by Hamilton on Thu, 05/31/2012 - 9:30amIn April, Governor Scott Walker signed Executive Order #65, creating the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council. The Council is designed to explore ways to improve planning, coordination and cooperation between law enforcement agencies and the state. The Council will meet at least four times per year and annually report to the Governor and other relevant state agencies, including the Supreme Court.
During each meeting the Council will hold a listening session for the public to express thoughts about the system. The Council is interested in hearing perspectives from across the criminal justice system to develop strategies to improve coordination among criminal justice professionals and overall justice system operations.
DHS Sec. Smith Speaks About Medicaid Reforms
Submitted by Hamilton on Thu, 05/31/2012 - 9:21amAt a luncheon sponsored by Wisconsin Health News and Badger Bay Management, Wisconsin Department of Health Services Secretary Dennis Smith gave an update on DHS’s Medicaid reforms. Smith also discussed his unique experiences working on Medicaid waivers at both the state and federal levels.
Recall Update
Submitted by Hamilton on Thu, 05/31/2012 - 9:18amWith less than a week to go before the June 5 recall elections, tensions are running high across the Badger State. Hamilton Consulting’s detailed analysis of the recall primary results lays out each race and the implications of different outcomes, so in case you missed it be sure to check it out. Since the primary, few things have changed, but there is new information regarding polling and voter turnout.
Don't forget to vote on June 5th, and be sure to follow @HCG500 on Twitter for Hamilton Consulting's election night updates!