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

How could the proposed constitutional amendments affect Governor Tony Evers' authority?

Amendment could limit Governor Evers' ability to use partial veto power Voters in Wisconsin are considering a constitutional amendment that would restrict the governor's ability to use a partial veto when it increases a tax or fee. This proposal is a direct response to Governor Tony Evers' use of his partial veto power to increase revenue limits on public schools by $325 per year for the next 402 years. If the amendment passes, it would add this restriction to the Wisconsin Constitution, limiting his authority going forward.

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  • Voters will see three proposed constitutional amendments on their Nov. 3 ballot, including one dealing with the governor’s partial veto power.wxow.com
  • The proposed amendment would limit the governor’s ability to use a partial veto when it would create or increase a tax or fee.wxow.com
  • The amendment comes in response to Governor Evers’ use of his partial veto power to increase revenue limits on public schools by $325 per year for the next 402 years.wxow.com

Why it matters

The potential passage of this amendment represents a significant check on the executive branch's power in Wisconsin. If approved, it would legally restrict Governor Evers' ability to unilaterally lock in tax increases through partial vetoes, forcing the legislature to have a say in revenue increases.

This debate highlights a broader tension between executive flexibility and legislative oversight. While the League of Women Voters of Wisconsin opposes the amendments, arguing they reduce necessary flexibility, the Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty supports the change, arguing that no governor should lock in taxes for future generations without legislative input.

What we don't know yet

  • Will the amendment pass the November 3 ballot?
  • How will the legislature respond if the amendment passes and limits the governor's veto power?

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The amendment passes the November 3 ballotGovernor Evers' ability to use partial vetoes to increase taxes or fees would be legally restricted going forward.
The amendment fails the November 3 ballotGovernor Evers' current partial veto authority would remain unchanged, allowing him to continue using it as he has previously.

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