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Wisconsin May Ban Credit Checks in Hiring
Posted on March 3rd, 2010 No commentsWisconsin is one of 16 states considering banning credit checks on most job applications – excluding financial institutions. Read more from WKBT-TV in La Crosse.
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Bill Would Expand Access to Capital
Posted on January 10th, 2010 No commentsState Rep. Ted Zigmunt, D-Francis Creek, is among co-authors of Assembly Bill 532, which creates a program called the Wisconsin Capital Access Program. The bill aims to expand access to credit for businesses in Wisconsin, reported the Manitwoc Herald Times Reporter. The Community Bankers of Wisconsin and the Wisconsin Bankers Association support the bill.