Governor Tony Evers Official Portrait
Despite his opposition to accompanying legislation, Governor Evers of Wisconsin is advocating for $125 million in funding to address PFAS contamination statewide.
The governor announced his intention to veto the PFAS plan proposed by Republican lawmakers, which allocates $125 million for grants to local communities for water cleanup efforts.
While supportive of the financial assistance, Governor Evers objects to a provision within the legislation that shields landowners from liability if PFAS chemicals pass through their property.
He proposes empowering the Department of Natural Resources to hold such landowners accountable.
The governor urges lawmakers to provide the funding separately as a compromise measure.
