Gov. Scott Walker signed all three sweeping lame-duck bills into law in Green Bay on Friday, concluding a last-ditch effort by GOP legislators to roll back some of the next governor's authority.
Gov.-elect Tony Evers criticized the incentive package and referenced it as a reason Walker should veto recently approved lame-duck legislation.
The outgoing governor said he is considering a line-item veto for at least one provision, but wouldn't say what.
Assembly Speaker Robin Vos announced several new Assembly standing committees that will consider legislation in the upcoming session.
Some Wisconsin counties that are considering building regional youth corrections centers are hesitating as they face the likelihood the $40 million the state has set aside won't be enough.
The Republican Legislature passed the bills limiting the powers of the governor and attorney general after an all-night session.
The vote was 17-16, with Sen. Rob Cowles, R-Allouez, the lone GOP "no" vote. The bill now heads to the state Assembly.
It remained unclear if portions of the plan have support in the state Senate.
The bipartisan panel voted 6-0 to inform lawmakers of the difficulties of moving the election.
It remained unclear if portions of the plan have support in the state Senate.