A Dane County judge ruled Tuesday Gov. Tony Evers appropriately used his partial veto authority when he cut parts from the reading bill, a move that sparked controversy among lawmakers. The ruling came after a lawsuit was filed by opponents of the governor's actions, claiming he overstepped his boundaries with the veto. However, the judge's decision affirms Evers' constitutional right to exercise his veto power in this manner.
The controversy surrounding the governor's veto stems from the language he removed from the bill, which opponents argue significantly altered the intended purpose of the legislation. Despite these objections, the judge's ruling emphasizes that Evers acted within his legal authority and did not violate any provisions of the state constitution.
A judge says Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers properly used his partial veto powers on a literacy bill. Evers signed a bill in July 2023 that aimed to improve literacy rates among students in the state. However, he utilized his partial veto authority to remove certain provisions from the bill that he deemed unnecessary or redundant. This move sparked backlash from some lawmakers, who accused the governor of overreaching with his veto power.
The Republican Party of Florida is at least $1.7 million richer thanks to a frantic fundraising effort from hemp companies after Gov. Evers vetoed a bill that would have legalized hemp production in the state. The veto came as a surprise to many, as Evers had previously indicated support for the hemp industry. However, after careful consideration, he decided to veto the bill due to concerns about potential environmental impacts and regulatory challenges.
Just a day after the City of St. Peters got approval of a bill that allowed sales and use of fireworks for the Fourth of July, the decision was overturned by the governor's veto. This move frustrated many residents who were looking forward to celebrating the holiday with fireworks. However, Evers defended his veto, citing safety concerns and the need to prevent accidents and injuries.
A Hungarian train consortium backed by prime minister Viktor Orbán is withdrawing its takeover bid for a Spanish trainmaker after Madrid exercised its veto power. The decision to veto the acquisition was met with mixed reactions, with some praising the move as a necessary protection of national interests, while others criticized it as a hindrance to free market competition.
Republican vice-presidential-hopeful Sen. JD Vance spent his weekend reassuring voters that Donald Trump has no intentions of supporting a controversial veto on immigration reform. The issue has been a point of contention within the party, with some advocating for a more hardline approach to immigration policy. However, Vance's reassurances indicate that Trump's stance on the issue remains unchanged.
Brussels has raised no objections to the Spanish veto of a Hungarian bid that would have acquired the totality of Talgo, a domestic train manufacturer. The veto was seen as a strategic move to protect Spain's rail industry from foreign takeover. Despite concerns about potential backlash from Hungarian officials, the decision was ultimately accepted without any major pushback from the European Union.
Peter Pinedo, Catholic News Agency. Wednesday, August 28, 2024. Republican vice-presidential nominee J.D. Vance has confirmed that Trump would veto any immigration reform that does not align with the party's core principles. The statement comes amid growing debate within the GOP about the direction of future immigration policy, with some advocating for a more inclusive approach, while others push for stricter enforcement measures.
August Revenues – So Far. We're days away from the end of the second month of the new fiscal year and, so far, it looks like the lackluster economic performance is taking a toll on state revenues. Despite efforts to stimulate growth and boost consumer spending, revenue projections are falling short of expectations. This has raised concerns about the state's financial stability and the need for budget cuts or revenue-raising measures in the near future.
