Joint Finance Committee
Coverage of Joint Finance Committee in the Nexus archive.
- Knowles Nelson Stewardship Program dead at 37
The Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program, which supported Wisconsin's natural areas and parks, expired after 37 years due to legislative opposition. Republican legislators in northern Wisconsin opposed the program, citing concerns over property tax bases, while the state Supreme Court ruled against the Joint Finance Committee's process, leading to its expiration despite bipartisan support efforts.
- Delaware lawmakers propose adding $87M to FY2027 budget, exceeding governor’s growth cap
Delaware lawmakers added $87.4 million to the state's FY2027 budget, exceeding Governor Matt Meyer’s 5% spending growth cap. The Joint Finance Committee increased total spending to $7 billion and one-time supplemental spending to $146.2 million, supported by projected additional revenue from the Delaware Economic and Financial Advisory Council. The budget did not draw from the state’s rainy day or stabilization funds.