Madison, WI – Today, Governor Tony Evers vetoed Senate Bill 16, introduced by Representative Cindi Duchow (R–Delafield) and Senator Cory Tomczyk (R–Mosinee). The bill would have prohibited school districts from being members of athletic associations that do not comply with state open records and open meetings laws. Overall, this legislation would have increased transparency in the decision-making processes that carry a lasting impact on student-athletes across the state.
“I have had parents, coaches, and athletic department personnel reach out to me regarding the conduct of our premier athletic association,” said Rep. Duchow. “The decisions made by the WIAA have the potential to impact scholarship opportunities and the overall well-being of student athletes in Wisconsin. Transparency regarding their most impactful decisions is not too much to ask.”
Duchow added, “I am not surprised at the Governor’s veto, just disappointed that transparency will have to wait another two years. This is deeply unfair to those involved with high school athletics.”
