Relating to: suspension without pay in cases of judicial misconduct or pending final determination in proceedings involving alleged judicial misconduct or permanent disability.

SB 381 requires the Wisconsin Supreme Court to form a panel under existing law before temporarily suspending a judge without pay in cases involving alleged judicial misconduct or permanent disability. This new procedural step mandates a hearing to determine "probable cause" for the suspension before it can be imposed. The bill directly affects sitting judges facing misconduct allegations or disability proceedings by adding a formal review process prior to suspension. It amends statute 757.95 to create a specific requirement for this panel hearing, streamlining the suspension process while adding a safeguard. The bill passed committee amendments in November 2025 and is now available for scheduling.