Wisconsin GOP’s Tax-Cutting Bills Head to Governor’s Desk

Republican-backed legislation to give Wisconsin taxpayers $2.1 billion in tax relief is headed to the desk of Democratic Gov. Tony Evers, who has provided mixed signals on his enthusiasm for the proposals.

The Senate Tuesday approved four separate measures cutting personal income taxes. Republicans, who hold majorities in both chambers, provided most of the supporting votes, though a bipartisan coalition approved a bill expanding the child care tax credit. After having passed the Assembly last week, all four proposals now go to Evers, who has vetoed previous GOP-sponsored tax measures.

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