Knowles-Nelson stuck after a frustrating week in the Capitol
The Senate pulled its own reauthorization bill after failing to secure votes. Meanwhile, compromise remains on the table.
Gathering Waters: Statement on Senate inaction and bipartisan path forward for Knowles-Nelson
The Wisconsin Senate failed to advance Knowles-Nelson reauthorization after Republicans pulled their bill and rejected a one-year extension, leaving the program at risk of expiring in June 2026 despite broad public support.
Stewardship Fund may be in jeopardy
The Spooner Advocate reports on uncertainty surrounding the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program after a state Supreme Court ruling ended legislative veto power over projects, prompting some Republicans to question reauthorization.
Kitchens disappointed in Evers’ final State of the State address
Rep. Joel Kitchens tells Door County Daily News that Gov. Tony Evers’ final State of the State address was divisive and says he hopes lawmakers pass a $28 million-per-year Knowles-Nelson compromise focused more on land management than new acquisitions.
Sen. Keyeski Responds to Republicans Pulling Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program Bills From Senate Calendar Last Minute
Sen. Sarah Keyeski said Republicans’ last-minute move to pull their Knowles-Nelson bills has left the program in limbo after rejecting compromise and a one-year extension.
