Governor signs COVID-19 relief bill

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Gov. Tony Evers signed Assembly Bill 1038, now 2019 Wisconsin Act 185, within hours of its passage, providing critical support and relief for Wisconsinites during the COVID-19 public health emergency.

The bill will allow Wisconsin to capture a portion of federal funds from the CARES Act and help unemployed and underemployed workers in the state.

The governor released a full statement on Assembly Bill 1038, noting drawbacks with the legislation, while still moving it forward to provide relief to Wisconsinites.

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