Gov. Scott Walker’s administration is projecting a $2.2 billion deficit heading into the 2015-17 budget cycle.
State faces $2.2 billion deficit heading into 2015-17 budget cycle
A memo detailing possible changes to the system to be included in Gov. Scott Walker's budget has raised concern.
The $1.4 billion deficit is based on generally accepted accounting principles.
Taxes and fees on new vehicle purchases in Wisconsin would shoot above what neighboring states charge.
The Wisconsin Policy Research Institute reviews tax mix as gubernatorial candidates avoid talk of major tax overhaul.
Eliminating the gas tax and replacing it with a sales tax would stabilize the fund over the long term, Walker said.
Sen. Scott Fitzgerald, R-Juneau, also expects reform of the state's elections agency, which he said will be controversial.
