Noes - None.
Absent or not voting - Senator Wirch - 1.
Passed.
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Assembly Bill 46
Relating to: eliminating the World Dairy Center Authority.
Read a second time.
Ordered to a third reading.
Senator S. Fitzgerald, with unanimous consent, that the bill be considered for final action at this time.
Assembly Bill 46
Read a third time and concurred in.
Assembly Bill 59
Relating to: semiannual meetings of small winery cooperative wholesalers.
Read a second time.
Ordered to a third reading.
Senator S. Fitzgerald, with unanimous consent, asked that the bill be considered for final action at this time.
Assembly Bill 59
Read a third time and concurred in.
Assembly Bill 104
Relating to: membership of the Natural Resources Board.
Read a second time.
Ordered to a third reading.
Senator S. Fitzgerald, with unanimous consent, asked that the bill be considered for final action at this time.
Assembly Bill 104
Read a third time.
The question was: Shall Assembly Bill
104 be concurred in?
The ayes and noes were demanded and the vote was: ayes, 23; noes, 9; absent or not voting, 1; as follows:
Ayes - Senators S. Coggs, Cowles, Darling, Ellis, S. Fitzgerald, Galloway, Grothman, Hansen, Harsdorf, Kedzie, King, Lasee, Lassa, Lazich, Leibham, Moulton, Olsen, Schultz, Shilling, Vinehout, Vukmir, Wanggaard and Zipperer - 23.
Noes - Senators Carpenter, T. Cullen, Erpenbach, Holperin, Jauch, C. Larson, Miller, Risser and Taylor - 9.
Absent or not voting - Senator Wirch - 1.
Concurred in.
Assembly Bill 200
Relating to: temporary alcohol beverages licenses issued for fairgrounds and eligibility for state aid for fairs.
Read a second time.
Senate amendment 1 to Assembly Bill 200 offered by Senator Lasee.
Senator Lasee, with unanimous consent, asked that Senate amendment 1 to Assembly Bill 200 be withdrawn and returned to author.
Ordered to a third reading.
Senator S. Fitzgerald, with unanimous consent asked that the bill be considered for final action at this time.
Assembly Bill 200
Read a third time and concurred in.
Assembly Bill 228
Relating to: exemptions from securities registration requirements.
Read a second time.
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Ordered to a third reading.
Senator S. Fitzgerald, with unanimous consent, asked that the bill be considered for final action at this time.
Assembly Bill 228
Read a third time.
The question was: Shall Assembly Bill
228 be concurred in?
The ayes and noes were demanded and the vote was: ayes, 32; noes, 0; absent or not voting, 1; as follows:
Ayes - Senators Carpenter, S. Coggs, Cowles, T. Cullen, Darling, Ellis, Erpenbach, S. Fitzgerald, Galloway, Grothman, Hansen, Harsdorf, Holperin, Jauch, Kedzie, King, C. Larson, Lasee, Lassa, Lazich, Leibham, Miller, Moulton, Olsen, Risser, Schultz, Shilling, Taylor, Vinehout, Vukmir, Wanggaard and Zipperer - 32.
Noes - None.
Absent or not voting - Senator Wirch - 1.
Concurred in.
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President Ellis in the chair.
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President Ellis ruled on the point of order that was raised on November 3, 2011 by Senator Miller, questioning the status of Senate Resolution 22.
"On November 3, 2011, the Senator from the 16th, Senator Miller, raised a point of order questioning the status of Senate Resolution 22 as a privileged resolution. The Chair took the question under advisement. The Chair is now prepared to rule.
Senate Rule
69 states that a privileged resolution "need not lie over for consideration, but may be taken up immediately unless referred to the calendar or committee." However, Senate Rule
90 specifically governs the procedure for changing the Senate Rules stating: "after the senate rules have been established at the commencement of the biennial session, any resolution to change the senate rules must lay over one week." These rules appear to conflict, with one saying that a privileged resolution need not lie over and the other saying that a change to the rules must lie over. It is the Chair's opinion, though, that when a privileged change to the rules is involved, the key to harmonizing Senate Rule
69 and Senate Rule
90 is the phrase "unless referred to the calendar."
The Chair hereby rules that, pursuant to these two rules, a privileged resolution that changes the Senate Rules must be placed under the 10th Order of business on the first calendar established at least one week after introduction of the resolution.
More than one week has passed since the introduction of Senate Resolution 22. Thus, under the terms of this ruling, Senate Resolution 22 shall be placed on the next established calendar. The resolution shall be placed under the 10th Order of Business, consideration of motions, resolutions, and joint resolutions not requiring a 3rd reading.
The Chief Clerk shall spread this ruling upon the journal."
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Senator Erpenbach, with unanimous consent, asked that when the Senate adjourn, it do so in honor of Grace Elizabeth Becker, born January 2, 2012 to Kelly and Matt Becker and big brother Logan. Kelly Becker is a member of Senator Erpenbach's staff.
Senator Taylor, with unanimous consent, asked that when the Senate adjourn, it do so in honor of the more than one million Wisconsinites who signed the petitions to recall Governor Walker and Lieutenant Governor Kleefisch, because they are continuing the fight Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. began 44 years ago in Memphis, Tennessee: the fight for workplace democracy, for dignity, for equity, and for access to the ballot and their just rights.
Senator Hansen, with unanimous consent, asked that when the Senate adjourn, it do so in honor of his newest grandson, Grayson Brandon Scharer. He was born on January 8th - his Dad's birthday. He is the Senator's 11th grandchild.
Senator Wanggaard, with unanimous consent, asked that when the Senate adjourn, it do so in honor of Carly Renguette, a constituent of his, who was recently named the 2011 National Youth Equestrian Rider of the Year by the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship. Carly is a 16-year-old student at Racine Lutheran High School. She began horseback riding four years ago as an intensive therapy program to help her regain movement after she was paralyzed from the neck down from a stroke. Thanks to her hard work and dedication, today she is able to maintain her balance while standing in the saddle. Congratulations, Carly, on this wonderful achievement. Carly's exceptional attitude and incredible perseverance should be an inspiration to us all.
Senator Jauch, with unanimous consent, asked that when the Senate adjourn, it do so in honor of Sawyer County Sheriff's Patrol Deputies Laura Poppe and Jon Walter. This summer, on July 26, deputies Laura Poppe and Jon Walter responded to a house fire near Seeley. Poppe arrived at the scene first and heard Susan Earle yelling for help and indicating that she was badly burned. In order to reach Ms. Earle, Poppe ran to the back of the home, removed a section of chain-link fence without the use of tools, and entered the home. She then led Ms. Earle just outside the home where they were met by Deputy Walter. Walter stayed with Ms. Earle while being feet from the flames until Poppe returned with a blanket. The two deputies wrapped Ms. Earle in the blanket and carried her to safety. Poppe and Walter's quick actions helped save the life of a resident in peril. The deputies have received much deserved thanks and recognition for their heroism, including from the Sawyer County Sheriff's Department. Recently, the department presented the deputies with the Life-Saving Award at the December 15 Sawyer County Board meeting. Today the Senator would like to add his name to the list of those who are thankful that Deputy Laura Poppe and Deputy Jon Walter are on duty for Sawyer County.
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Senator Jauch, with unanimous consent, asked that when the Senate adjourn, it do so in honor of Matt Rooni of the Ashland Police Department, and eight other Ashland Police officers honored for their service in 2011. Officer Matt Rooni recently received the Meritorious Service Award from the office of Wisconsin Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen for his efforts in solving crimes and saving multiple lives in the past year. This marks the first ever Meritorious Service Award given by the Attorney General's office. The Ashland Police Department also honored officers Ty Juoni, Michelle Tutor, Nick Ovaska, Curt Greene, Scott Morland, Gene Grinker, and Investigator Jerry Katchka. Officer John Fangman also received the Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition from the office of U.S. Congressman Sean Duffy. In his first year on duty, Rooni successfully resolved several violent incidents, including saving the life of a man being stabbed and beaten in an apartment, and stopping a bar fight and maintaining order until EMS arrived to treat a man who was severely beaten and another man whose throat had been slashed. Rooni also helped save the life of a woman who led police on a high speed chase and proceeded to douse herself with lighter fluid and light herself on fire. Rooni acted quickly and removed the woman from the car and covered her with snow to extinguish the fire. Rooni has had an incredible and difficult first year. The Senator wants to commend him and all the other officers honored for their bravery and willingness to put themselves into harms way in order to create a safer community for our citizens.
Senator Lassa, with unanimous consent, asked that when the Senate adjourn, it do so in honor of Army Staff Sgt. Joseph J. Altmann, 27, of Marshfied, who died on Sunday, December 25, 2011, in Afghanistan, while supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. Joe was a medic with the 2nd Battalion, 27th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division.
Senator Lassa, with unanimous consent, asked that when the Senate adjourn, it do so in honor of Private First Class Ryan J. Larson, of Friendship, who passed away on June 15, 2011, at Kandahar province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered with insurgents attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device. Private First Class Larson was 19 years old. He was with the Army 1st Battalion, 5th Infantry Regiment, 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division.
Senator Lassa, with unanimous consent, asked that when the Senate adjourn, it do so in honor of Diana Reabe, the mother of her former intern Gretchen Reabe, who passed away unexpectedly on Friday, November 4th, at Ministry St. Joseph's Hospital in Marshfield.
Senator Lassa, with unanimous consent, asked that when the Senate adjourn, it do so in honor of Norman W. "Norm" Tritz, who was born in 1921, and died on November 11th, 2011. Norm was the "go to" guy in Marshfield and was involved in everything. He was a gentle soul and he will be missed by so many in our community.
Senator Harsdorf, with unanimous consent, asked that when the Senate adjourn, it do so in memory of her father, Ervin Harsdorf, who passed away on December 3rd.
Senator Coggs, with unanimous consent, asked that when the Senate adjourn, it do so in honor of a colleague on the mend, Rep. Tamara Grigsby. All over the state, both Democrats and Republicans, we've prayed for Tamara to get better. She's the perfect example that "Prayer Works!"
Senator Coggs, with unanimous consent, asked that when the Senate adjourn, it do so in honor of Dick Wheeler, recognizing his life and his legacy, which is his work and his family.
Senator Lazich, with unanimous consent, asked that when the Senate adjourn, it do so in honor of the New Berlin Eisenhower High School's Academic Decathlon team that took first place in the State regional competition on Friday, January 13th. Eisenhower will now advance to the state competition. The Wisconsin team that wins the State Championshipon March 15th and 16th in Wisconsin Dells will qualify to attend the U.S. Academic Decathlon National Competition in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on April 25-28.
Senator Lazich, with unanimous consent, asked that when the Senate adjourn, it do so in honor of New Berlin West Middle/High School's 50th Anniversary. In 1962, the opening of New Berlin High School, as West was known back then, opened as the city's first high school. Prior to 1962, students from New Berlin attended Brookfield, Muskego or West Allis high schools. For seven years, New Berlin High School was the only high school in the fast-growing city, until New Berlin Eisenhower High School opened in 1969 and New Berlin High School changed its name to New Berlin West, reflecting its comparative geographical position.
Senator Miller, with unanimous consent, asked that when the Senate adjourn, it do so in honor of Jeff Renk, who just completed his first day of session with his new duties.
Senator Fitzgerald, with unanimous consent, asked that when the Senate adjourn, it do so in honor of Deputy Secretary of the Department of Employee Trust Funds, Rob Marchant. Rob began serving the Wisconsin State Senate as our Chief Clerk in 2004, and served in a way that focused on doing the people's business to the best of his abilities, while encouraging others to do the same. The Senator would like to thank Rob for his great service to this chamber and to the people of this state, as well as wish him well on his future endeavors.
Senator Darling, with unanimous consent, asked that when the Senate adjourn, it do so in honor of her new grandson, William Darling, who was born on November 26th.
Senator Wanggaard, with unanimous consent, asked that when the Senate adjourn, it do so in honor of Laura Kaeppeler of Kenosha, who was just crowned Miss America.
Senator Ellis, with unanimous consent, asked that when the Senate adjourn, it do so in honor of the Green Bay Packers and their great season.
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