Commentary: The election is over. The energy bills aren’t. Five priorities for Wisconsin’s new leadership.

By: John Imes

Outlets: Wisconsin Examiner

Published: November 9, 2026

Words: 968

Last Updated: 14 hours, 4 minutes ago

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Wisconsin voters have chosen a new governor and Democratic majorities in the Legislature. The campaigns have ended. The bills will not.

Families and businesses still face rising utility costs. Communities are weighing enormous data center developments. Utilities are proposing billions in new power plants and transmission infrastructure. And too many Wisconsin families live in homes that are expensive to heat and cool.

Governor-elect David Crowley and the incoming Legislature have an opportunity …

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