The Wisconsin Legislature has introduced Senate Joint Resolution 58, which urges support for a constitutional amendment that would grant states and Congress the authority to regulate campaign financing. The resolution emphasizes the importance of fostering political debate, freedom of speech, and self-government while addressing concerns that the U.S. Supreme Court's interpretation of election spending as free speech may undermine these principles. It argues that excessive election spending can drown out the voices of individual citizens and weaken the democratic process.

The resolution calls for a constitutional amendment to clarify that states and Congress can impose reasonable regulations on election spending, allowing them to differentiate between individuals and legally recognized entities. It reflects the belief that the framers of the U.S. Constitution intended for states to have the power to amend the Constitution to enhance self-government and protect citizens' liberties. The resolution will be submitted to key congressional leaders and Wisconsin's congressional delegation for consideration.