Assembly passes pared down Knowles-Nelson stewardship bill that limits land acquisition

By: Baylor Spears

Outlets: Wisconsin Examiner

Published: January 23, 2026

Words: 1,439

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 3 days ago

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A pared-back proposal that will continue the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship program, but without allowing for new land acquisition, passed the Assembly on Thursday, eliciting critical reactions from Democrats who said it won’t uphold the legacy of the program.

The Warren Knowles-Gaylord Nelson Stewardship Program was initially created during the 1989-1990 legislative session and signed into law by former Gov. Tommy Thompson. With the goal of preserving wildlife habitat and expanding outdoor recreation opportunities throughout the state, …

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