Wisconsin Legislative Democrats Introduce Hazard Pay for Frontline Workers
MADISON – Today, Wisconsin State Representative Robyn Vining (D-Wauwatosa), Rep. Kristina Shelton (D-Green Bay), Rep. Katrina Shankland (D-Stevens Point), Rep. Christine Sinicki (D-Milwaukee), State Senator Jeff Smith (D-Brunswick), and State Senator Janet Bewley (D-Mason) introduced the “Hazard Pay for Frontline Workers” act, legislation which would create a new grant program to provide hazard pay for workers in industries most impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Rep. Vining, Rep. Shelton, Rep. Sinicki, Sen. Smith, and Sen. Bewley released the following statement:
“Frontline workers in Wisconsin have worked tirelessly throughout the pandemic, and now it’s our turn as legislators to do our jobs. We are proud to introduce legislation that would recognize and honor their contributions to our communities and state. Frontline workers didn’t go home early, and neither should their legislators. Our work this year isn’t finished!”
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.
Mentioned in This Press Release
Recent Press Releases by State Rep. Robyn Vining
“The Wisconsin Majority Wants to Close Our Schools–It’s Time to Be Alarmed”
Nov 19th, 2025 by State Rep. Robyn Vining–Rep. Robyn Vining on Republican-led School Consolidation Plan
“It Shouldn’t Be This Hard To Get Republican Lawmakers To Do The Right Thing.”
Nov 19th, 2025 by State Rep. Robyn Vining–Rep. Robyn Vining on Continued Republican Failure to Pass Postpartum Medicaid Expansion
“It’s Time to Go Big for Small Business”
Nov 13th, 2025 by State Rep. Robyn ViningRep. Robyn Vining Re-Introduces One-Stop-Shop Small Business Bill and Hosts Local Roundtable
