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AFP-WI Statement on ‘Right of First Refusal’ Passing Assembly

 

By - Feb 15th, 2024 12:09 pm

Madison, WI — Today, the Wisconsin State Assembly passed AB 470, “Right of First Refusal” legislation eliminating competition in the utility sector and paving the way for higher rate hikes for Wisconsinites.

Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin (AFP-WI) State Director Megan Novak made the following statement:

“Today, our legislators sided with utility companies over hardworking ratepayers like you and me, without even a second of debate. Their approval of a ‘right of first refusal’ law doubles down on government monopolies, ends competitive bidding, and guarantees even higher utility bills many Wisconsinites cannot afford.

“Far too many Wisconsinites are already grappling with the consequences of rising energy costs, but today’s vote robbed ratepayers of much needed relief. Our legislators tilted the field in favor of crony capitalism and against the best interest of Wisconsinites.”

Through broad-based grassroots outreach, Americans for Prosperity (AFP) is driving long-term solutions to the country’s biggest problems. AFP activists engage friends and neighbors on key issues and encourage them to take an active role in building a culture of mutual benefit, where people succeed by helping one another. AFP recruits and unites Wisconsinites behind a common goal of advancing policies that will help people improve their lives. For more information, visit www.AmericansForProsperity.org

NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. It has not been verified for its accuracy or completeness.

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