Thompson Uses Record 457 Vetoes To Shape Wis. Budget

By Debra Viadero

Gov. Tommy G. Thompson of Wisconsin used a record 457 vetoes last month to refashion a controversial state budget plan approved by the legislature in July.

The retooled, $6.7-billion budget includes a new property-tax-relief plan created by the Governor. It also resurrects a controversial proposal, previously rejected by lawmakers, to offer incentives for teenage mothers on welfare to marry.

Mr. Thompson's handiwork bears little resemblance to the $28-billion, two-year proposal approved by the legislature early in July. (See Education...