Politics & Government
Cory Mason Appointed to State Joint Committee for Finance
The Democrat from Racine replaces Jennifer Schilling.
The state Joint Committee on Finance has a new face in the crowd.
Rep. Cory Mason (D-Racine) was appointed by Assembly Minority Leader Peter Barca (D-Kenosha) to fill the seat left by Jennifer Schilling as she moves over to the Senate chamber. Mason represents parts of Mount Pleasant and Sturtevant.
Mason previously served on the committee during the 2009-2011 legislative session. He and Rep. Tamara Grigsby (D-Milwaukee) are the two Democratic Assemblypersons on the Committee. Rep. Robin Vos (R-Rochester) is the co-chair of the joint committee.
Find out what's happening in Mount Pleasant-Sturtevantwith free, real-time updates from Patch.
“I am honored to be reappointed to the Joint Committee on Finance,” said Mason in a written release. “I will continue to be a strong advocate for Racine and Wisconsin’s middle class and for families who are struggling throughout our state.”
His appointment begins immediately, and he will attend the Sept. 14 Committee meeting.
Find out what's happening in Mount Pleasant-Sturtevantwith free, real-time updates from Patch.
Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.
