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Penny Bernard Schaber
Penny Bernard Schaber (b. November 5, 1953) is a former Democratic member of the Wisconsin State Assembly, representing District 57 from 2008 to 2015.
Schaber was a 2014 Democratic candidate for District 19 of the Wisconsin State Senate.[1]
Biography
Raised in Illinois, Schaber graduated with both her associate's and Bachelor's of Science degrees from Southern Illinois University. After graduating from Southern Illinois, Schaber volunteered in the Peace Corps. After completing her service for the Peace Corps in Brazil, she returned stateside to attend Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois. Schaber graduated from Northwestern with a graduate degree in Physical Therapy. Schaber later attended Fox Valley Technical College and graduated with an associate degree in Natural Resources.[2]
Schaber is a retired physical therapist, last working with the Oshkosh Area School District.[3]
Committee assignments
2013-2014
At the beginning of the 2013 legislative session, Schaber served on the following committees:
| Wisconsin committee assignments, 2013 |
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| • Aging and Long-Term Care |
| • Jobs, Economy and Mining |
| • State Affairs |
| • Transportation |
| • Tax Exemptions |
2011-2012
During the 2011-2012 legislative session, Schaber served on these committees:
| Wisconsin committee assignments, 2011 |
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| • Jobs, the Economy and Small Business |
| • Public Health and Public Safety |
| • Transportation |
2009-2010
During the 2009-2010 legislative session, Schaber served on these committees:
| Wisconsin committee assignments, 2009 |
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| • Public Health |
| • Transportation |
| • Health and Healthcare Reform |
| • Jobs, the Economy and Small Business, Vice Chair |
Issues
Sponsored legislation
Legislation sponsored in 2009 includes:
- AB-16 Hearing aids or cochlear implants for children under 18: health insurance policies and plans required to cover; exceptions and Badger Care Plus provisions
- AB-275 Physical Therapists Affiliated Credentialing Board changed to Physical Therapy Examining Board and no longer attached to or advised by MEB
- AB-308 Police escorted vehicle or procession of vehicles: provisions created; rights-of-way penalty specified
For a full listing of sponsored legislation and details see the House site.
Elections
2014
- See also: Wisconsin State Senate elections, 2014
Elections for 17 seats in the Wisconsin State Senate took place in 2014. A primary election took place on August 12, 2014. The general election was held on November 4, 2014. The signature filing deadline for candidates wishing to run in this election was June 2, 2014. Penny Bernard Schaber ran unopposed in the Democratic primary, while Roger Roth ran unopposed in the Republican primary. Roth defeated Schaber in the general election.[4][1][5]
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican |  Roger Roth |
57.2% | 41,628 | |
| Democratic | Penny Bernard Schaber | 42.8% | 31,135 | |
| Total Votes | 72,763 | |||
2012
- See also: Wisconsin State Assembly elections, 2012
Schaber won re-election in the 2012 election for Wisconsin State Assembly District 57. Schaber ran unopposed in the Democratic primary on August 14 and in the general election on November 6, 2012.[6][7]
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | Penny Bernard Schaber Incumbent |
94% | 19,862 | |
| Republican | Brian Garrow (Write-In) | 3.2% | 668 | |
| - | Scattering | 2.8% | 594 | |
| Total Votes | 21,124 | |||
2010
- See also: Wisconsin State Assembly elections, 2010
Schaber was re-elected to Wisconsin State Assembly District 57. She defeated Republican Chris Hanson in the general election on November 2, 2010. She was unopposed in the September 14, 2010, primary election.[8]
| Wisconsin State Assembly, District 57 General Election (2010) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | |||
| Penny Bernard Schaber (D)
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10,426 | |||
| Chris Hanson (R) | 9,420 | |||
| Wisconsin State Assembly, District 57 Democratic primary (2010) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | Percent | ||
| Penny Bernard Schaber (D)
|
1,709 | 100% | ||
Campaign themes
2014
Schaber's campaign website highlighted the following issues:[9]
Jobs and the Economy
- Excerpt: "Without a strong middle class, our economy can never fully recover. That is why my number one priority is creating permanent, family-supporting jobs here in the Fox Valley. While in office, I voted to ensure that our tax dollars don’t go to help companies that ship jobs overseas. I supported tough, new legislation that would close corporate tax loopholes that would help to ensure that our economy works for everyone, not just the wealthy and well-connected. I will continue to introduce and support innovative legislation that promotes Wisconsin job growth, whether those ideas come from Republicans or Democrats. Good ideas can come from anyone and the only question that really matters is, "Is this a good idea for Fox Valley families?"
Strengthening Middle Class Families
- Excerpt: "I support policies that make hard working families and our communities stronger. Ensuring women earn equal pay for doing the same job as a man, closing tax loopholes that allow big corporations to avoid paying their fair share, and investing in our classrooms so our kids get the education and tools they need to succeed – these things are just common sense, and they will make our community stronger."
Protecting Our Outdoor Heritage
- Excerpt: "As a Wisconsinite, I know that many of our jobs and livelihoods depend on our great outdoors. Hunting, fishing, hiking, biking, skiing - these are things that make Wisconsin special, and I am passionate about protecting these traditions for future generations. I also know that we can harness the power of our natural resources to boost our economy. This starts with growing more of our own food, producing more of our own energy, and investing in sustainable industries that bring jobs to our state. I will work with folks from both sides of the aisle to make sure we're respecting our outdoor heritage while also growing our economy."
2012
Schaber's website highlighted the following campaign themes: "...promote a cleaner and healthier Wisconsin by"
- "assisting businesses to attain affordable and accessible health care for all employees and their families
- supporting strong education, preschool to post-college, with financial support based on need and merit
- advancing economic growth and environmental protection while allowing for appropriate sustainable community growth
- encouraging job growth and security including the right to organize
- decreasing unemployment and providing for a living wage
- developing efficient mass transit for urban areas
- balancing revenues with spending
- promoting cost effective, and positive issue oriented campaigns that are not influenced by financial contributions
- encouraging contested elections at all levels through a bipartisan redistricting bureau
- protecting water, air and land resources
- re-establishing the Office of the Public Intervention and an independent DNR Secretary
- making government more efficient and responsive."
Campaign finance summary
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Personal
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Schaber is a member of the Physical Therapy Association, Sierra Club, American Physical Therapy Association and the Wisconsin Physical Therapy Association.[10]
Scorecards
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2014
In 2014, the Wisconsin State Legislature was in session from January 14 through June 4.
- Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce: 2013-2014 voting record
- Legislators are scored on whether they voted for or against MMAC's position.
- National Federation of Independent Business in Wisconsin: 2013-2014 legislative voting record
- Legislators are scored on their votes on small business issues.
- Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to labor policy.
- Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters: 2013-2014 scorecard
- Legislators are scored on their stances on conservation issues.
- Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce: 2013-2014 voting record
- Legislators are scored on their votes on legislation WMC deemed as "most important issues for the business community."
- Wisconsin Professional Police Association: 2013-2014 report card
- Legislators are scored on their votes by the Wisconsin Professional Police Association on legislation related to Wisconsin's law enforcement community.
- Wisconsin Sierra Club: 2013-2014 scorecard
- Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to environmental issues.
2013
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In 2013, the Wisconsin State Legislature was in session from January 7 to December 31.
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2012
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In 2012, the Wisconsin State Legislature was in session from January 10 through March 16.
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Recent news
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See also
- Wisconsin State Legislature
- Wisconsin State Assembly
- Wisconsin State Assembly Committees
- Wisconsin Joint Committees
- Wisconsin state legislative districts
- Wisconsin State Senate elections, 2014
External links
- Official campaign website
- Profile from Open States
- Penny Bernard Schaber on Facebook
- Biography from Project Vote Smart
- Legislative Profile from Project Vote Smart
- Campaign Contributions: 2012, 2010, 2008, 2006
- Wisconsin Democracy Campaign profile
Footnotes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Wisconsin Government Accountability Board, "Candidates Registered by Office," June 11, 2014
- ↑ Representative Penny Bernard Schaber, "About Penny," accessed May 6, 2014
- ↑ Wisconsin State Assembly, "Official Biography of Penny Bernard Schaber," accessed May 6, 2014
- ↑ Wisconsin Government Accountability Board, "2014 Partisan Primary Candidates," accessed June 19, 2014
- ↑ Wisconsin Government Accountability Board, "Canvass Results for 2014 General Election," December 1, 2014
- ↑ Government Accountability Board, "2012 Fall Partisan Primary," accessed May 5, 2014
- ↑ Government Accountability Board, "2012 Fall General Election," accessed May 5, 2014
- ↑ Wisconsin Government Accountability Board, "Official 2010 Primary election results," accessed April 25, 2014
- ↑ Penny for Senate, "Penny's Priorities," accessed October 23, 2014
- ↑ Project Vote Smart, "Penny Bernard Schaber's Biography," accessed May 5, 2014
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| Preceded by - |
Wisconsin State Assembly District 57 2008-2015 |
Succeeded by Amanda Stuck (D) |
