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April 18, 2011

Report: Walker to Propose Emergency Management Bill 
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Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker is reportedly preparing a new effort to
further weaken the public sector in his state. According to Forbes
magazine, Walker's camp is drafting legislation that would allow for a
takeover of local municipalities that fail a financial stress test.
Walker could then appoint emergency managers empowered to cancel union
contracts, dismiss elected officials and school board members, and take
control of entire cities and towns. Walker would also have unchecked
authority to cancel government services, including safety net
assistance. A high-powered Wisconsin law firm is said to be drafting the
plan. The plan would mirror a law enacted in Michigan last month.



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