Wisconsin Governor Proposes Citizen-Led Ballot Initiatives
Governor Tony Evers aims to include a process for voter-driven lawmaking and repeals in his upcoming state budget, challenging Republican legislative control.
- Governor Tony Evers is reviving his proposal to allow Wisconsin voters to directly create or repeal state laws through citizen-led ballot initiatives.
- This initiative, included in Evers' upcoming state budget, would make Wisconsin the first state in over 30 years to adopt such a process if approved.
- Evers argues the measure would address public support for policies like abortion access, marijuana legalization, and gun control, which have been stalled by the Republican-controlled Legislature.
- Republican lawmakers, who hold majorities in both chambers, are likely to reject the proposal, citing concerns over outside influence and the effectiveness of representative democracy.
- The proposal highlights ongoing tensions between Evers and Republican leaders, who have frequently used constitutional amendments to bypass the governor and shape policy.
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