CONTACT: Sen. Mary Felzkowski 608-266-2509
Madison, WI- Senate President Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk) issued the following statement in response to the appointment of Karen Hyun as the new Secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR):
“I am pleased to see that, after more than a year, the Governor has finally appointed a new DNR Secretary,” said President Felzkowski. “While Ms. Hyun’s lack of professional experience in Wisconsin and lack of experience with sporting heritage, forestry, and freshwater lakes is concerning, I look forward to getting to know her and understanding her vision for the DNR.”
As the Senator of one of the largest rural districts in Wisconsin, President Felzkowski has extensive history with the DNR and rural issues. She has sat on various committees that govern these issue areas throughout her time in the Legislature, and has focused on the DNR during her time on the Joint Committee on Finance.
“Given the district that I represent, the issues surrounding the DNR are of utmost importance to both me and my constituents,” President Felzkowski said. “I look forward to working with Ms. Hyun to ensure that the DNR works diligently on all aspects of natural resources and for all areas of Wisconsin.”
