Wisconsin Supreme Court Blocks Stay-At-Home Order Extension

The Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled that the Ivors administration lacked the authority to extend the stay-at-home order without legislative approval. Initially issued in March to curb COVID-19, the order was extended by Secretary Andrea Palm until May 26th, sparking legal challenges. The court emphasized the need for rulemaking to prevent unilateral decisions by unelected officials. The order remains until May 20th, with the court urging lawmakers and the administration to collaborate on a COVID-19 response plan.

What was the initial reason for issuing the stay-at-home order in Wisconsin?

• To reduce traffic congestion

• To combat the spread of the coronavirus

• To increase online shopping

• To improve air quality

Who extended the stay-at-home order until May 26th?

• Secretary Andrea Palm

• The Wisconsin Supreme Court

• Republican lawmakers

• Governor Evers

What was the main argument of Republican lawmakers against the extension of the order?

• It was unnecessary

• It was too short

• It required legislative approval

• It would harm the economy

What did the court's majority opinion emphasize regarding rulemaking?

• It is only for emergencies

• It is unnecessary

• It should be avoided

• It prevents subjective judgment by unelected officials

What did the Supreme Court urge lawmakers and the administration to do?

• Reopen all businesses immediately

• Extend the order indefinitely

• Work together on a COVID-19 plan

• Ignore the pandemic