The work to make our streets safer moves forward

Today, in a bipartisan vote, the Senate Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety advanced AB 078 / SB 65, which is related to the impoundment of vehicles that are used in certain reckless driving offenses. This common sense measure, which is strongly supported by the Milwaukee Common Council, will give not only Milwaukee but also other municipalities across our state greater authority to address reckless driving.

It has been a lengthy process, but one that I have fought diligently to support at the local level and will continue to monitor moving forward in Madison. These important steps forward would not have been possible without the leadership of Senator Wanggaard, Senator James, Senator Wimberger, Senator Jacque, Senator Hutton, Senator Drake and Senator Johnson. I extend my full appreciation to each of them for their continued commitment to make communities safer across Wisconsin.

As this legislative bill moves to the full Senate for a vote and then to the Governor’s desk, I encourage all elected officials in Madison to vote in support of this bill and for Governor Evers to sign this bill into law.

NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.