MADISON (WKOW) -- The State Senate today approved a $250 million income tax cut proposal after Democrats blocked the idea yesterday during session.

The move forced lawmakers to gavel in this morning to hold a vote after Democrats rejected the idea because they would rather invest in K-12 schools.

The proposal now moves to the Assembly where it is expected to pass, then Gov. Tony Evers can decide whether to sign it or veto it.

The GOP bill would result in an average reduction of $106 for most taxpayers, affecting about 64% of all filers -- or 2 million people.

Evers plan would rather use the state surplus to invest $250 million toward boosting K-12 school and includes spending $130 million to reduce property taxes.

Republican leaders have refused to take up his proposal.

Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald said his conversations with the governor about signing the bill were “genuine” and hopes he considers it.

Fitzgerald argues schools saw a major investment last year through the state budget and believes the surplus should be returned to taxpayers.

“I think you're going to have more revenue to play with in the next budget,” Fitzgerald said he told the governor in a private meeting.

In a tweet, Evers said he hopes the legislature reconsiders.

I know there are Republicans concerned about the high price tag of their own unsustainable tax bill that shortchanges our rainy day fund. My plan invests in our kids and property tax relief. There’s still time to do the right thing. — Governor Tony Evers (@GovEvers) February 20, 2020

Last year, Evers vetoed a similar income tax proposal and is asking the Legislature to reconsider investing in schools over cutting taxes.