MADISON, WI (AP)— Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers has signed into law bipartisan bills designed to combat the rise in human trafficking and better protect the safety of judges, following the killing of a retired judge.
In total, Evers signed 29 crime-related bills Wednesday, most of which passed with broad bipartisan support.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court had recommended three bills Evers signed, which were introduced in response to threats of violence against judges. Another bill will ensure full staffing of an office that assists schools with addressing safety concerns.
The governor also signed a measure that will increase the penalty for fleeing or attempting to elude a police officer.
