A new survey of Wisconsin businesses found the workforce shortage to be the top public policy issue facing the state. According to the Wisconsin Employer Survey, which is conducted by Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce, 66% of respondents agreed this was the top issue, and many businesses believe lowering the tax burden will help improve the situation.
When asked what was the one thing government could do to improve the business climate, a plurality of employers (34%) said, “reduce taxes.” Other top responses included making health care more affordable, reducing the regulatory burden, and reforming education.
According to the Wisconsin Employer Survey, roughly nine in 10 businesses support significantly reducing and flattening the state individual income tax. To combat the workforce shortage, three-quarters of respondents also support a taxpayer-funded talent attraction campaign to encourage more people to move to Wisconsin for the career opportunities available in the state.
