State Capitol Report: Wisconsin superintendent discusses the pandemic’s effect on schools, GOP state senator talks legislative agenda

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State Sen. André Jacque, R-De Pere
State Sen. André Jacque, R-De Pere. Photo courtesy of the Wisconsin State Legislature

Superintendent of Public Education Jill Underly explains issues facing schools across Wisconsin as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. Then, we hear about De Pere Republican André Jacque’s legislative efforts in the state Senate.

Featured in this Show

  • Wisconsin's state superintendent on the state's pandemic relief plan, recent grade card

    The Joint Committee on Finance demanded last week that the state’s superintendent propose an alternate education pandemic relief plan after parts were rejected by the federal government. We also speak with the education head about optional ACT/SAT testing and other pressing statewide issues.

  • Andre Jacque's bills aimed to protect water and vulnerable people

    State Sen. Andre Jacque, R-De Pere, joins the program to talk about bipartisan legislation he spearheaded to protect clean water and vulnerable residents. And we talk about which issues he disagrees with Democrats and where he finds common ground.

Episode Credits

  • Kate Archer Kent Host
  • Trevor Hook Producer
  • Joe Tarr Producer
  • Maria Lopez Technical Director
  • Jill Underly Guest
  • Sen. André Jacque Guest

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