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June 16, 2023
Young Gun: Rep. Dallman, 31, fighting for rural roads during second elected term
By Lane Kimble
When State Rep. Alex Dallman talks about his childhood career goals, he’s speaking of relatively recent history. At just 31 years old, Dallman is halfway through his second term in state office. “I told myself…
Read MoreJune 9, 2023
Sen. Wimberger hopeful budget includes significant bridge project
By Lane Kimble
State Senator Eric Wimberger knows a heck of a lot about a proposed bridge project in his home district. “The Southern Bridge in De Pere, that is my baby,” Wimberger told WTBA. “Hopefully we get…
Read MoreJune 9, 2023
Vos, Republicans announce Shared Revenue deal; Transportation budget debate delayed
By Lane Kimble
Finding out what funding will look like for road repairs, rehab, and reconstruction over the next two years will have to wait another week. With the Joint Finance Committee delaying debate Thursday afternoon on the…
Read MoreMay 25, 2023
Sen. Stroebel on transportation: “The vitality of our state… Roads are a huge part of that”
By Lane Kimble
State Senator Duey Stroebel isn’t afraid to share his opinion – and he has a lot to say. Whether it’s his reason for running for office in 2011 (“Maybe we just need a little more…
Read MoreMay 23, 2023
“This is a real issue”: WTBA members testify in support of utility bill
By Lane Kimble
MADISON -- No matter how comprehensive or complete, a bill is simply text on paper. It’s the personal stories of why that bill matters that give it life and can help it become law. This…
Read MoreMay 17, 2023
Day at the Capitol offers WTBA of Tomorrow Board face-to-face time with lawmakers
By Lane Kimble
MADISON -- With just 90 minutes to get to six individual meetings with state lawmakers and their staffs, the WTBA of Tomorrow Board proved up to the challenge… Even if there were some nerves before…
Read MoreMay 12, 2023
Transportation committee gets in-depth view on state of industry
By Lane Kimble
MADISON -- The men and women specifically tasked with transportation-related bills took a deep dive into understanding our industry this week. During a nearly three-hour informational hearing, the Assembly Committee on Transportation listened to WisDOT’s…
Read MoreMay 5, 2023
JFC Vice Chair on increases to transportation funding: “Absolutely, that will occur”
By Lane Kimble
Even when they’re badly needed, major reconstruction projects can take a long time to plan, prepare, and execute. Take, for instance, State Highway 23 between Fond du Lac and Sheboygan – made significantly better and…
Read MoreApril 28, 2023
Sen. Testin eager to hear from stakeholders on transportation budget
By Lane Kimble
State Senator Patrick Testin (R-Stevens Point) loves connecting with the people he serves by experiencing their livelihoods -- even if just for a day. "In college, I worked in factories, lumber yards, loading docks to…
Read MoreApril 28, 2023
More for municipalities? GOP unveils new state shared revenue plans which could improve roads, services
By Lane Kimble
Counties and municipalities across Wisconsin could tap into an additional $227 million to fix roads, improve infrastructure, and shore up community services under a new plan. Wisconsin Republicans unveiled their Shared Revenue proposal Thursday. The…
Read MoreMarch 23, 2023
ARTBA to Feds: Don’t change exemptions for vital transportation construction materials
By Lane Kimble
At its core, the Build America, Buy America Act (BABA) has good intentions – bolster American businesses. However without better guidance and clarification, implementing the program could end up hurting transportation contractors’ bottom lines. The…
Read MoreMarch 3, 2023
Talking Tolls: Vos again floats idea as transportation funding mechanism
By Lane Kimble
Wisconsin Assembly Speaker Robin Vos isn't sure his fellow Republicans would even go for it, let alone Democratic Gov. Tony Evers, but that's not stopping Vos from wanting to at least talk about the notion…
Read MoreFebruary 10, 2023
Key update to proposed I-94 East-West Corridor project Feb 10
By Lane Kimble
The WTBA Board of Directors hit the ground running in 2023, working through a packed agenda that included some valuable updates and notable guests at its first meeting of the year. Continuing its efforts to…
Read MoreFebruary 9, 2023
Tax cuts, DOT efficiencies key for Stroebel in 2023-25 budget
By Lane Kimble
BUDGET BUILD-UP / POLITICS State Sen. Duey Stroebel is crystal clear when it comes to a mileage-based user fee to supplement the gas tax. “That is a place that I’m really not interested in going,”…
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