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Re-Vote Stalled for $1.8 Billion Wisconsin Surplus Package

Gov. Evers says he will call a special session if holdout senators reverse course, leaving schools and taxpayers waiting for rebates and extra aid.

Republican Assembly Speaker Robin Vos stands with fellow Republicans for a press conference to discuss a proposed property tax agreement Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at the Wisconsin State Capitol in Madison, Wis. Angela Major/WPR
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Overview

  • Assembly Speaker Robin Vos publicly pushed for a new vote this week and said he asked the governor’s office to help arrange another attempt to pass the package.
  • Senate Democratic Leader Dianne Hesselbein and all 15 Senate Democrats have rejected calls to reconvene and say they are not aware of any Democrat who will flip to support the deal.
  • A governor’s spokesperson said Evers stands ready to call a special session if the lawmakers who opposed the bipartisan plan are willing to reconsider and supply the votes.
  • The negotiated $1.8 billion plan would have provided more than $1 billion in rebates and property-tax relief, ended state income tax on tips and overtime, and added about $300 million for special education and other school aid.
  • Fiscal analysts warn the package uses one-time surplus dollars that could create future budget shortfalls under no-growth revenue scenarios, and the fight has become a campaign issue ahead of 2026 races.