State Senator Romaine Quinn (WI)
Recent News About State Senator Romaine Quinn (WI)
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Wisconsin Senator's Flood Resilience Bill Signed into Law
Madison, Wis. — Senator Romaine Robert Quinn (R-Cameron) expressed his pride as his Flood Resilience Bill, aimed at improving wetlands to manage flooding, was signed into law this week."We in the north are all too familiar with flooding, which is one of the most frequent and costly natural disasters in Wisconsin," Senator Quinn stated, highlighting the urgent need for proactive measures in addressing flooding challenges.Senator Quinn emphasized the necessity for a new approach, stating, "A new approach was needed." The bill, officially known as Senate Bill 222 and now...
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School Safety Bill Signed into Law in Wisconsin
Madison, Wis. — Senator Romaine Robert Quinn (R-Cameron) is proud that his bill to continue funding for the Office of School Safety (OSS) was signed into law earlier today."The Office of School Safety is an essential tool to prevent threats in our schools," Quinn said. "This week in Barron County we saw an example of just how important it is for the services provided by the Office of School Safety to remain in place."On Monday, the Barron County Sheriff’s Department acted on a tip received from the state school tip line Speak Up, Speak Out, concerning a potential threat...
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Constitutional Amendment Coming to April Ballot in Wisconsin
State Senator Romaine Robert Quinn has announced that on April 2, voters in Wisconsin will have the opportunity to decide on a constitutional amendment regarding the use of private funds in elections. The proposed amendment aims to prohibit the use of private donations and grants in connection with the conduct of primaries, elections, or referendums.Senator Quinn provided details on the exact questions that will appear on the April ballot, stating, "Shall section 7 (1) of article III of the constitution be created to provide that private donations and grants may not be...
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Senate Passes Bill to Protect Kids and Support Victims of Abuse
Senator Romaine Robert Quinn, representing the 25th Senate District, played a pivotal role in advocating for the protection of Wisconsin children through the passage of significant legislative measures.Quinn's commitment to safeguarding students was reflected in his support for the funding of the Office of School Safety (OSS) until the fall of 2025. "The Office of School Safety provides an important and essential tool to prevent threats in our schools," Quinn emphasized. He further explained that the bill ensures the continuity of OSS services until a long-term funding...
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State Senate Passes Tax Relief Aimed at Helping Middle-Class and Seniors
Senator Romaine Robert Quinn (R-Cameron) has voted in favor of legislation that aims to provide significant tax relief for middle-class earners and retirees in Wisconsin. The bill, which passed the State Senate with a vote of 22-10, is estimated to reduce the state's tax burden by over $2.9 billion.Under the proposed plan, the middle-class tax bracket will be reduced from 5.3% to 4.4%, resulting in an average savings of $772 for filers. In addition, seniors over the age of 67 will be exempt from paying taxes on up to $150,000 of retirement account income.Senator Quinn...
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Quinn Reflects on First Year in Office
Madison, Wis. - Senator Romaine Robert Quinn (R-Cameron) has issued a statement reflecting on his first year in office and discussing his plans for the year ahead. Senator Quinn expressed his pride in the accomplishments made in a short period of time, focusing on the work done on behalf of families in Northwestern Wisconsin.One of the key achievements mentioned by Senator Quinn is the state budget that he voted for, which allocated funds to address community needs. The budget utilized the state's record surplus to provide funding for additional health care services,...
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Quinn Bills Signed Into Law
Madison, Wis. — Legislation authored by Senator Romaine Robert Quinn (R-Cameron) was signed into law today, bringing about several important changes in Wisconsin. The bills, which received bipartisan support, aim to improve the well-being of the constituents of the 25th Senate District.One of the bills, Senate Bill 109, allows electric cooperatives to operate all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and utility terrain vehicles (UTVs) on public roadways for the purposes of line maintenance, construction, or restoration of power. This legislation was introduced with Representative...
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Quinn - Brewers Deal A Swing and A Miss
Madison, Wis. - Senator Romaine Robert Quinn (R-Cameron) has expressed his opposition to the Brewers stadium deal following its passage in the State Senate. In a statement, Quinn stated, "Today I voted no on the Brewers stadium deal. I do not believe it is in the best interests of taxpayers to pay the majority cost of stadium upgrades."Quinn's primary concern is the financial burden placed on taxpayers. He argues that the team's contribution of roughly 20% of the cost is significantly less than their ownership share of the stadium. He also highlights the lack of a...
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Senator Quinn Delivers GOP Radio Address: Embrace Them Both
In a recent GOP radio address, Senator Romaine Robert Quinn discussed the "Embrace Them Both" initiative, aimed at supporting new parents and their babies. Senator Quinn emphasized the importance of championing the sanctity of life and the miracle of pregnancy in Wisconsin.One of the key proposals put forward by Senator Quinn is to expand the dependent tax exemption to include children before birth, with an increased amount of $1,000 for each child in a family. This move recognizes that expenses for families begin long before the birth of their child and aims to provide...
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Quinn Bill Supporting Families Passes Senate
Madison, Wis. - The State Senate has passed a bill authored by Senator Romaine Robert Quinn (R-Cameron) to expand the child tax exemption for all families. The legislation, known as Senate Bill 344, increases the individual income tax exemption to $1,000 for each child and extends the definition of dependent to include children before birth."This proposal acknowledges the importance of all children and provides additional financial relief to parents," said Senator Quinn. "We know expenses for families expecting a baby begin long before birth. New parents will receive the...