Concerns Raised Over Constitutional Amendments Regarding Preferential Treatment

A report detailed three constitutional amendment questions included in a November ballot. The third amendment proposes banning governmental agencies from discriminating against or giving preferential treatment to any individual or group based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin in public employment, public education, public contracting, or public administration. A representative of the League of Women Voters opposed this amendment, arguing that current DEI services provide preferential treatment paid for by taxpayers.

The proposed amendments could alter state rules regarding public spending and government operations. Specifically, the third amendment aims to restrict the use of preferential treatment in public education and public contracting, which affects how public funds are allocated.

The League of Women Voters of Wisconsin is discussing the potential impacts of constitutional amendments on state functions.