MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — Tax and budget talks are getting off the ground at the Capitol.
Democratic Governor Tony Evers says he’s had meetings with Republican legislative leaders and staff
“Legislature seems a little slow this time around. I would prefer to be getting this done so that we have, you know, get done by summer, but I’m not even sure we’re going to be able to do that yet,” Evers said.
“I think the governor realizes that we’re not going to spend any more money unless we have the ability to reduce taxes and help folks deal with inflation. And I think we realize that we’re not going to ever get a tax cut if we don’t talk with the governor and see where his priorities are,” said Assembly Speaker Robin Vos.
Republicans prefer passing a tax package before moving on to the budget, while Evers wants any cuts to be part of the overall budget.
Evers says he won’t make a decision regarding a possible third term until after the budget is finished.
