Relating to: public protective services hearing protection assistance. (FE)

SB 283 requires state contracts with hearing protection device manufacturers to provide free devices to state law enforcement agencies (any requested quantity) and to other law enforcement/fire agencies (up to 20% of personnel or 10 devices, whichever is fewer). Agencies not covered under these free provisions may purchase devices at 50% cost for any quantity. The bill directly affects public safety personnel in law enforcement and fire protective services across Wisconsin. It became law as 2025 Wisconsin Act 14 on July 3, 2025.