State’s high court rules Legislature can’t block conservation funds after they’ve been budgeted
The Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled that the Joint Finance Committee’s use of its power to block state spending on land conservation projects after the money has been budgeted is unconstitutional.
Court rules for executive branch
The WI Supreme Court rules 6-1 that the executive branch has the authority to spend Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program dollars already budgeted for without the Joint Finance Committee’s oversight.
Wisconsin Republicans are improperly blocking conservation work, court says
Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled in favor of Governor Tony Evers, stating that the Republican-controlled Joint Finance Committee (JFC) cannot block conservation projects initiated by the governor’s administration.
Lawmakers unconstitutionally blocked conservation funds, court rules
The Wisconsin Supreme Court declared the Republican legislature’s ability to veto conservation projects as a violation of the state’s separation of powers.
GOP committee overstepped authority by blocking governor, state Supreme Court finds
Governor’s lawsuit argued GOP committees violated Wisconsin Constitution.
Legislative trick that slowed the Pelican River Forest project in the Northwoods ruled improper
The Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled the Republican-controlled legislature’s power to block the governor’s conservation projects unconstitutional.
WI Environmental Groups Celebrate Supreme Court Ruling
Midwest Environmental Advocates and Clean Wisconsin, both of which filed amicus briefs in the separation of powers lawsuit, praised the court’s decision that a statute allowing the Joint Finance Committee (JFC) to block Knowles-Nelson projects is unconstitutional.
Wisconsin Supreme Court strikes down ‘legislative veto’ powers
6-1 ruling prompts reactions from state legislators.
Protecting water quality near Lake Superior: Whittlesey Creek Watershed
Landmark Conservancy aims to protect 160 acres of prime trout habitat and forest in Bayfield County.
An interactive map of Knowles-Nelson grants
Explore how Knowles-Nelson funds have been invested in your community.
