Wisconsin Governor Evers Vetoes Several Election Bills, Enacts Key Reforms

Governor Tony Evers signed and vetoed a series of bills aimed at modifying Wisconsin's election laws, emphasizing security and accessibility.

Evers vetoed bills that would have allowed closer observation at polling places and required elections to fill vacancies in constitutional offices.
He signed legislation barring local officials from closing more than half of polling places within 30 days of an election and strengthening protections for election officials.
A new law exempts purchases of precious metals from state sales tax, while political TV ads using AI must now include a disclaimer.
Evers rejected proposals that would have changed voting procedures in nursing homes and required state auditors to review each general election.
The governor's actions reflect a focus on maintaining election integrity and accessibility, while opposing measures perceived to potentially interfere with election administration.