An advocate for open government explains how Gov. Tony Evers’ administration is using a new law to shorten windows for public comment on state agency rules. Then, a reporter joins the program to discuss issues around farms, water quality and government regulations as some Wisconsin communities ban the expansion of large-scale farms through local ordinances.
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Evers Uses Lame Duck Law To Limit Public Comment
A law passed by Republicans after election losses last year is now being used by Democratic Gov. Tony Evers’ administration to shorten public comment periods on state agency rules. Several agencies have recently public comment for less than a day. We discuss the change with an advocate for open government.
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Large-Scale Farm Bans And Water Quality Across The Midwest
Several Wisconsin counties and municipalities have approved moratoriums on new, large-scale farms. An investigative reporter joins us to share what she’s seen across the Midwest with farm runoff regulations and water quality management. We discuss the delicate balance of agricultural growth and environmental protections.
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Colleen Leahy Producer
- Jana Rose Schleis Producer
- Lee Rayburn Technical Director
- Bill Lueders Guest
- Erin Jordan Guest
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