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Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program
Coverage of Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program 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.