Wisconsin Advocacy

{"version":"0.3.0","atoms":[],"cards":[],"markups":[["a",["href","https:\/\/www.aia.org\/articles\/6101900-2019-state-legislative-agenda","target","_new"]],["a",["href","https:\/\/legis.wisconsin.gov\/","target","_new"]],["a",["href","https:\/\/square.link\/u\/LiLMtYgj","target","_blank"]],["b"],["i"],["u"],["em"],["strong"],["a",["href","mailto:aiaw@aiaw.org","target","_new"]]],"sections":[[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Advocating for the profession of architecture is a focus of\nAIA Wisconsin. By working together, members are more effective in influencing\npublic policies with a direct impact on the practice of architecture as well as\nadvancing initiatives to improve the quality of life in communities across the\nstate."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"AIA Wisconsin leaders develop a "],[0,[0],1,"State Legislative Agenda"],[0,[],0,"\nfor each session of the "],[0,[1],1,"Wisconsin\nLegislature"],[0,[],0," to highlight\npublic policy issues of interest to architects. This agenda outlines AIA\nWisconsin\u2019s position on proposals related to economic development, tax policy,\nprofessional liability, procurement, public facilities, historic buildings,\nlicensing, building codes, disaster preparedness and more."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Many AIA Wisconsin members are active as \u201ccitizen\narchitects.\u201d As professionally trained problem-solvers, architects work\ncollaboratively with public officials to enhance their communities by design\nand serve as trusted advisors on emerging policy issues."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"AIA Wisconsin members also encourage the election of\ncandidates for state office who understand and support the goals of the\nprofession. This is accomplished through voluntary individual contributions to\nthe "],[0,[2],1,"Wisconsin Society of Architects\/PAC."]]],[1,"p",[]],[1,"p",[[0,[3],1,"What is a\nPAC? "]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"A\nPAC, (Political Action Committee), is an organization that supports the\nelection of candidates for political office, usually through political\ndonations. It is a vehicle through which our members can participate in the electoral\nprocess and support candidates for state office who are aligned with our\nlegislative and regulatory agenda."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[3],1,"Why Your Support Matters"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Active\ninvolvement is critical to promote good governance. This is especially true for\norganizations with a vested interest in regulatory and legislative\npolices. Without active participation in\nthe political process, decisions affecting the future of our profession will be\ninfluenced by activist groups and others who represent interests directly\nopposed to our own. "]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Your\nvoluntary contribution helps ensure that the PAC can help create a positive\npolitical climate for architects. "]]],[1,"p",[[0,[3],1,"Involvement in the\nPolitical Process is in Our Best Interest"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Public policy decisions by the people we\nelect are critical to "],[0,[4,5],2,"our"],[0,[],0," future. Significant changes in public\npolicy can often be decided by one vote. By supporting legislators who\nunderstand the unique concerns of our profession, we ensure that our voice will\nbe heard. "]]],[1,"p",[[0,[3],1,"Sitting On The\nSidelines Is Not An Option For Us"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"This past session, legislation that\nwould have been detrimental to our profession passed the Wisconsin State Senate\nby a vote of 33-0. This legislation\nwould have had a serious and long-lasting impact on architects throughout\nWisconsin. We successfully stopped the legislation in the Wisconsin State\nAssembly. Unfortunately, there will "],[0,[5],1,"more"],[0,[],0," attacks on our profession in\nthe future."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"If false narratives are allowed\nto go unchallenged, Legislators from both sides of the aisle will be left with\na negative impression and are more apt to impose unnecessary regulatory burdens\non our profession. "]]],[1,"p",[[0,[3],1,"Does Our PAC Give to Both Parties?"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[3],1,"Yes! "],[0,[],0," The Wisconsin Society of Architects political\naction committee (PAC) has ALWAYS given to both sides of the political aisle. We\nstrategically distribute funds to those candidates and office holders who\nsupport and defend our profession \u2013 regardless of party affiliation. "]]],[1,"p",[[0,[3],1,"Are Corporate\nDonations Allowed by Wisconsin Law?"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[3],1,"No."],[0,[],0," Wisconsin\nlaw requires PAC donations be from individuals only. "]]],[1,"p",[[0,[3],0,"We Are\nAsking for Your Help "],[0,[4,5,2],4,"NOW"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Our\ngoal this election cycle is to raise "],[0,[3],1,"$2,500"],[0,[],0," for our Political Action\nCommittee. We have a number of\ncommitments toward our goal -\u2013 but we need your help!"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"WSA\/PAC allows us to help elect\ncandidates to state office who will champion issues critical to our ability to\nremain competitive in today\u2019s global economy. "]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Your donations will go a long\nway toward ensuring that our profession\u2019s voice is heard throughout the\ncampaign season and into the next Legislative Session. "]]],[1,"p",[[0,[3,4],2,"Thank you for considering being a part of this important\nmission!"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[2],1,"\u003E\u003EMake an online Contribution\u003E\u003E"]]],[1,"p",[]],[1,"p",[[0,[6],0,"The "],[0,[7],1,"Wisconsin Architect "],[0,[],0," e-newsletter contains the latest news and updates on state legislative\nproposals and administrative rules being monitored by AIA Wisconsin. Please\ncontact "],[0,[8],1,"AIA Wisconsin"],[0,[],1," for more\ninformation on advocacy initiatives."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"\n\n\n\n"]]]]}