Legislative Updates
July 2024- Current Legislative Update: This month, the Wisconsin State Supreme Court ruled 6-1 against the Joint Finance Committee's authority to block Stewardship program purchases, citing unconstitutional overreach by the legislature into executive branch responsibilities. Justice Rebecca Bradley authored the majority opinion, with Chief Justice Annette Ziegler dissenting. The court addressed whether legislative veto provisions violated the separation of powers, concluding they did. Looking ahead to the 2025-27 budget cycle, there are concerns that legislative Republicans may seek to restrict the program's scope if they fail to overturn the ruling. Coalition efforts are mobilizing to defend and advocate for the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program's reauthorization, emphasizing community engagement and awareness campaigns. Additionally, preparations for the 2024 elections are underway, urging stakeholders to stay informed about candidates and upcoming primaries.
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2021 Legislative Updates December 2021 November 2021 October 2021 September 2021 August 2021 July 2021 June 2021 June 14, 2021- Press Release: Statement from the Wisconsin Parks and Recreation Association Thanking the Joint Finance Committee on Stewardship Action May 2021 April 2021 March 2021 February 2021 January 2021
October 30, 2020 - WPRA Letter to Governor Bolster Stewardship Local Assistance Program Sent to: Governor Tony Evers
April 24, 2020 – WPRA Letter to Governor Plans to Reopen Wisconsin’s Parks, Aquatic Resources and Recreational Amenities Sent to: Governor Tony Evers and Secretary-designee Andrea Palm, Department of Health Services
Hamilton Consulting Group COVID-19 Resource Website on the State Actions
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