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The Wisconsin Supreme Court blocks Safer at Home Order extension

By a 4-3 decision, the Wisconsin Supreme Court has blocked Governor Tony Evers' extension of the Safer at Home Order.  The highest court in Wisconsin ruled in favor of Republican lawmakers on Wednesday to curtail the power of the Evers administration to unilaterally act.  Gov. Evers, who issued the order in March, had already lifted some restrictions as the spread of the virus has slowed slightly in the state.  The Supreme Court decision will now mean Evers will have to work with the Republican-controlled Legislature to determine a response to the changing dynamics of the COVID-19 pandemic.  Bars, restaurants, and large venues will now be allowed to reopen with no COVID-19 policies active unless local municipalities impose restrictions.  Dave Lienau, Chair of the Door County Board of Supervisors, told DoorCountyDailyNews.com that based on conversations he had with state legislators on Wednesday night, the supreme court did not stay their decision until May 20 as requested.  The "Safer at Home" order extension was ruled null and void immediately because it was unconstitutional.  Lienau adds that all 72 counties in the state will now have to come up with their own responses.  The Door County Board will address the issue at 10 am on Thursday morning during a special meeting that was already scheduled.   

 

   

Click here to read the Wisconsin Supreme Court Decision

 

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