Issue Position: Environment

Issue Position

Wisconsin has a tradition in conservation that is unparalleled by any other state in the nation and is essential to our quality of life. We depend on a healthy, clean, preserved environment for our economy, our recreation, our food, and our livelihood. Our environment is an integral part of our culture.

As someone who grew up fishing and hunting, I treasure, and hope to preserve, these great traditions that are staples of Wisconsin outdoor life. I coauthored legislation that would restore the independence of the DNR. I supported a veto-override attempt that failed due to a lack of Republican support. The bill would have helped free the DNR from political pressure to help safeguard our natural environment.

I also coauthored legislation that will streamline regulations to enable wind energy development in Wisconsin. I believe Wisconsin must position itself to be competitive in the clean energy economy, and we must recognize that economic growth is compatible with environmental interests.

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