Joint Finance Committee On Trial
Oral arguments before the WI Supreme Court focused on the separation of powers between Wisconsin’s executive and legislative branches, and the impact on the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program.
Wisconsin Supreme Court hears arguments in lawsuit against legislative veto of stewardship funds
The Wisconsin Supreme Court heard oral arguments in Gov. Tony Evers’ lawsuit centered around the Joint Committee on Finance’s authority to stop the spending of funds through the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program.
Wisconsin Supreme Court hears Evers’ lawsuit against GOP lawmakers
Gov. Evers alleges ‘committee vetoes’ used to block approved Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program projects are unconstitutional.
‘Anonymous objector’ gets his/her day in court
Rep. Deb Andraca stresses how continuing to demand government transparency could impact the future of conservation in Wisconsin.
Wisconsin Supreme Court could further reshape balance of power in Capitol
Evers vs. Marklein calls into question the Joint Finance Committee’s authority to throw out policy decisions, including blocking approved Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program projects.
Wisconsin Supreme Court justices considering major case about land protection and budget decisions
The Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program is at the crux of a larger power struggle between Gov. Evers and Republican legislators.
A case before the Wisconsin Supreme Court could reshape state government. Here’s what to know
If Gov. Evers’ lawsuit is successful, the Legislature would be prevented from stalling proposed Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program projects.
Wisconsin Supreme Court justices question how much power Legislature should have
Oral arguments in the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program lawsuit center around the balance of legislative power.
Two northern Wisconsin projects sought $1M in boating grants. Only one got the money.
The City of Ashland was denied a $1 million Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program grant for a new boat launch, despite funding for similar projects being approved.
Climate-positive headlines greenwash Wisconsin’s fossil fuel dependency
Despite news of several positive developments in combating
climate change, continued investment in fossil fuels threatens Gov. Evers’ commitment to net-
zero carbon emissions by 2050.
