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Evers Proposes $1.3B Relief, Urges Bipartisan Legislative Action

PUBLISHED Jan 13, 2026, 6:54 AM ET

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MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers outlined his legislative priorities, proposing a $1.3 billion property tax relief package and urging the Republican-controlled Legislature to enact measures on school funding, SNAP protections, PFAS water cleanup and housing reform. Evers defended his 2023 partial budget veto that adjusted school district levy limits and highlighted bipartisan gains in the 2025 budget, including higher special education reimbursements. He emphasized balancing economic development, including data centers, with environmental protections. Lawmakers have shown resistance to proposals, and debate over tax relief and veto repeal continues at the state Capitol. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

By Sarah Whitman | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

2019: Tony Evers begins serving as Wisconsin governor.
2020: Wisconsin votes narrowly for Joe Biden in the presidential election.
2023: Evers issues a partial budget veto that altered school district levy limits.
2025: The Legislature and governor negotiate a bipartisan budget, raising special education reimbursement rates.
Jan. 12, 2026: Evers holds a press conference and outlines a $1.3B property tax relief proposal and other priorities.

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Who Benefited

State government and data center companies may gain from investment and economic development, while homeowners and veterans could benefit if the proposed $1.3 billion property tax relief and targeted credits are enacted by the Legislature.

Who Impacted

Local homeowners, school districts and taxpayers may suffer higher property taxes absent legislative action, and environmental stakeholders worry about water use and PFAS contamination risks if data center safeguards are insufficient.

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