Burke Testimony Continues
Committee members have been pretty complimentary of the work Commerce is doing.
Sen. Dave Hansen said of Commerce Secretary Burke, "It's great to have you as a cheerleader for Wisconsin."
He also asked if it's true the state has been pulling businesses from Minnesota.
Burke answered that the two largest growing areas of the state are around Hudson, near the Minnesota border, and Kenosha, on the Illinois border, and there is "a great deal of opportunity to attract businesses and also people who want to live here and commute."
"We are more tied to (the Minnesota and Illinois) economies every day," Burke said.
Rep. Steve Kestell said he appreciates the enthusiasm about renewable energy, but also said it should be approached with caution.
"Whenever we have dramatic changes like this, there are consequences," said Kestell, warning the side effects aren't all positive.
