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Committee
Rachael Dowling
Campaign Phone
9202687344
Education
FAA Part 107 Drone Pilot
My priorities are protecting Wisconsin residents from rushed decisions that affect our privacy, natural resources, and local control. First, I believe we need to slow down hyperscale data center approvals until environmental impact, utility costs, water use, and long-term risks are fully understood. Second, I oppose Flock cameras being used to record residents and turn that data over to private companies without proper consent and oversight. Third, I support single-issue bills so representatives can vote clearly and honestly on each issue. I am serving my third term on the Winnebago County Board and have served on local government committees for Winnebago County and the City of Menasha, giving me practical experience in policy and service.
The most pressing housing issue in Wisconsin is affordability. Seniors who want to downsize are struggling to find retirement homes or apartments they can afford, leaving many living alone in larger 3+ bedroom homes. At the same time, younger families and first-time buyers are being priced out of starter homes. With high home prices and interest rates, the path to homeownership has become much harder. I would support policies that allow smaller homes to be built on smaller lots, encourage more practical starter-home options, and remove unnecessary barriers that keep affordable housing from being built responsibly in our communities.
After talking with voters at the doors (including some who were not aware they were in my district) I believe the current district lines should remain in place before the next national census. Wisconsin’s maps were recently redrawn under Governor Evers, and changing them again so soon would create more confusion for voters, candidates, clerks, and local communities. Fair representation matters, but voters also need stability and clarity. Before making more changes, I believe we should allow the current maps to function through the next census cycle and focus on making sure voters know who represents them.
This is exactly why I support single-issue bills. The bipartisan $1.8 billion tax and education package should have been separated so school funding could be debated and voted on clearly. Our schools have real needs, including support for students with disabilities and the paraprofessionals who help them succeed. In our own districts, paraprofessionals are at risk of losing their jobs because of funding concerns. We should not be sitting on money while schools struggle to meet basic staffing and student-support needs. Funds need to be allocated responsibly and transparently.
In regard to data centers, we need clear parameters for working with responsible builders. Data centers are not new, and some older models from 10+ years ago relied heavily on coolant and did not touch our water system. If new data centers are truly needed, then health concerns, utility costs, water use, environmental impact, and local infrastructure must be addressed and protected before projects move forward.
In regard to CAFOs, I believe they exist in part because we failed to protect local farmers. We need to take a serious look at regulations shaped by lobbying that push family farms out and make it harder for them to earn a livable wage. Wisconsin policy should protect our environment without destroying the farmers who feed us.
Committee
Becky Nichols for Assembly
Education
University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh
Personal Pronouns
she/her
Education: Republicans have chronically underfunded our public schools since 2011. Schools are making decisions about cuts to academics, arts, and extra-curricular activities while taxpayers continue to fund the hidden costs of school vouchers. I'll make sure students get the knowledge necessary to meet the ever-changing needs of our economy.
Healthcare: No one should have to prioritize cost over care, or have to wait for care that is needed now. I will work to protect and expand healthcare for all.
Costs: Working people deserve to know they’ll be able to pay the bills, put food on the table, and be able to save. I’ll work to lower costs, raise the minimum wage, and make sure people don’t have to work multiple jobs to support their family
Cost and availability are the two most pressing housing-related issues in Wisconsin. I will support policies that increase the number of housing units and ensure they are safe, affordable, and built by Wisconsin workers. I will work to support policies that create better living options for every type of family in Wisconsin.
Voters should get to decide who’ll represent them, not the other way around. I support a process that allows Wisconsin voters’ voices to be heard rather than those acting in their best interests.
As a teacher and a mom of two public school kids, I have a unique perspective into how the Legislature’s refusal to adequately fund our public schools affects our kids, their families, and our communities. I will work with my colleagues to advocate for increased public school funds in the next State Budget and take advantage of opportunities to meet with the next Governor to make sure public school funding is a priority. I also support voucher transparency so you know exactly how much of your taxpayer money is going to unaccountable voucher schools.
Protections for our air, water, and land contribute to good health, stable property values, and manageable household budgets. I support policy and decision-making that protects our natural resources and puts our communities ahead of profits. People have a right to clean air and water, and that these large scale projects will not raise their utility bills or property taxes. Wisconsin needs to act soon to create common-sense rules and regulations around data center creation, including making sure residents' voices are heard at every phase of a potential project. I’m committed to investigating potential impacts of these projects, listening to voters and community’s concerns, and supporting common-sense solutions.
