Governor Evers Chooses Big Healthcare Over Wisconsinites With Veto Of APRN Bill

Madison, WI – Governor Evers has callously vetoed the APRN bill, a pivotal legislative measure that promised to revolutionize healthcare accessibility in Wisconsin, particularly for our rural communities. This bill, which enjoyed widespread bipartisan support, aimed to empower nurses and expand healthcare delivery. The Governor's decision to block this initiative clearly prioritizes the deep pockets of the Big Healthcare Industry over the health and welfare of the people of Wisconsin.

This veto not only sabotages years of dedicated advocacy and collaboration designed to remedy our state's healthcare challenges but also blatantly ignores the critical shortages of healthcare providers that have been especially acute in rural areas. The recent closures of healthcare facilities and the ongoing nurse shortage underscore the urgent need for reform that the Governor has now hindered.

This setback is more than just a political maneuver—it is a direct attack on accessible healthcare for all, particularly disenfranchised rural communities, and a blow to the dedicated Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) prepared to serve them.

We urge supporters, healthcare professionals, and all concerned citizens to stand with us as we persist in our fight for a healthcare system that prioritizes the needs of every Wisconsinite over corporate greed. We remain steadfast in our commitment to equitable, affordable healthcare and will not falter in our efforts to bring about necessary reforms.

The path ahead may be fraught with challenges, but our resolve to overcome this blatant disregard for public health is stronger than ever.