Republican backers of a federal balanced budget amendment said today it's needed to help address the nation's historically high debt levels.
But critics said the move is unnecessary and could limit spending during times of financial emergency or war.
Sen. Chris Kapenga, R-Delafield, has been one of the national leaders in the Article V movement. That part of the U.S. Constitution authorizes states...
Please log in to access subscriber content.
If you don't have a subscription, click
here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options.
