WCMA Policy Committee Meeting & State Advocacy Day (In-Person)

You're invited to join WCMA's open Policy Committee for an in-person meeting at The Concourse Hotel and State Capitol in Madison, Wisconsin on Wednesday, February 11 from 10:45 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (CT), for opportunities to hear from state lawmakers about the session ahead - and to advocate for industry priorities.

From grant programs and regulatory updates to emerging issues in food labeling and ingredients, WCMA’s advocacy makes a real impact in Wisconsin. Join us as we work to strengthen the dairy processing community through direct, effective engagement. Together, we can ensure a strong future for our industry.

Here's a look at our meeting agenda:

• 10:45 a.m.: Registration & Networking

• 11:00 a.m.: Call to Order & Introductions

• 11:15 a.m.: Committee Business
  • Chair’s Opening Remarks
  • Advocate of the Year Award Information
  • Summary of WCMA Advocacy Impact
• 11:30 a.m.: Ag Committee Legislative Panel
  • Representative Travis Tranel (Confirmed)
  • Representative Jenna Jacobson (Confirmed) 
  • Senator Brad Pfaff (Confirmed) 
  • Senator Patrick Testin (Invited)

• 12:15 p.m.: WI Department of Natural Resources Secretary Karen Hyun 

• 12:30 p.m.: Networking Lunch

• 1:00 p.m.: Advocacy Meetings Briefing & Walk to Wisconsin State Capitol

• 1:30-3:30 p.m.: Advocacy Meetings

• 3:30 p.m.: Adjournment

Please contact WCMA Senior Director of Programs & Policy Rebekah Sweeney or WCMA Programs & Policy Manager Amelia Neas with your questions and ideas.