State Capitol Report: Policy goals of credit unions, Wisconsin’s sunshine laws

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We explore the policy agenda of the Wisconsin League of Credit Unions, which disclosures show is among the most active groups lobbying the state Capitol. Then, an attorney discusses the power of state laws mandating government transparency.

Featured in this Show

  • Top legislative priorities for Wisconsin League of Credit Unions

    The Wisconsin League of Credit Unions is among the top 10 lobby group spenders in the state. We speak with the president and CEO on why the trade associate advocates for financial protection for seniors, tax exempt status and other top legislative priorities.

  • Wisconsin's public records laws

    Two judges have found the speaker of the Wisconsin Assembly violated the state’s open records law. We chat with the founder of the Wisconsin Transparency Project about what records are public, how officials tend to break the law and what recourse people have to hold them accountable.

Episode Credits

  • Lee Rayburn Host
  • Mackenzie Krumme Producer
  • Joe Tarr Producer
  • Maria Lopez Technical Director
  • Brett Thompson Guest
  • Tom Kamenick Guest

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