Gov. Walker: Statement on unanimous passage of AB 179

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AB 179 is Second Special Session Bill to Pass Unanimously Today

MADISON – Governor Scott Walker issued the following statement today on the unanimous passage of AB 179 which was included in his “Back to Work Wisconsin” Special Session. AB 179 authorizes the creation of multijurisdictional tax incremental financing district.

“This legislation allows communities to work together to create TIF Districts to encourage economic growth and job creation,” said Governor Walker. “This is another example of bipartisan support for jobs legislation. I want to thank Rep. Weininger for bringing this legislation forward.”