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passed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AJR 49: Relating to: congratulating the Milwaukee Rufus King Cheer and Stunt Team on their double state championship win in 2025.

AJR 49 is a joint resolution expressing formal congratulations to the Milwaukee Rufus King Cheer and Stunt Team for winning two state championships in the Wisconsin Association of Cheer and Pom Coaches (WACPC) competition on February 22, 2025. It recognizes their historic achievement as the first Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) team to win both the Non-Tumble and Cheer Dance division titles in a single season, marking their sixth overall state championship. The resolution specifically thanks the team and their coaches - Olivia Raasch, Ryonna Hendricks, Kydra Johnson, and Destiny Tillman - for their "determination, perseverance, and talent." As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or affect any policies, only formally acknowledging the team's athletic accomplishment.

Dan Knodl (R) Christine Sinicki (D) Lee Snodgrass (D) Shelia Stubbs (D) Robyn Vining (D)

passed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 380: Relating to: suspension without pay in cases of judicial misconduct or pending final determination in proceedings involving alleged judicial misconduct or permanent disability.

AB 380 requires judges facing allegations of misconduct or permanent disability to be suspended without pay during disciplinary proceedings. It amends statutes to mandate that both final suspensions imposed by the Supreme Court for misconduct and temporary suspensions pending investigations must be without pay. The bill directly affects judges under investigation by the Judicial Commission or facing formal complaints. This policy change clarifies that judges cannot receive salary during these disciplinary processes, applying to all cases involving alleged misconduct or disability.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

passed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 117: Relating to: hunting of sandhill cranes, programs related to sandhill crane damage, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)

AB 117 establishes a permit system for hunting sandhill cranes in the state, requiring hunters to have both a small game license and a specific sandhill crane permit. It creates a $1.875 million annual program to reimburse landowners for crop damage caused by sandhill cranes and allocates 50% of permit fees to fund crane population management and hunter education. The bill also sets up a points-based preference system for permit applications when demand exceeds supply and requires the department to set seasonal limits and protected zones to minimize unintended harm to other birds or endangered species. This directly affects hunters, landowners dealing with wildlife damage, and state wildlife agencies managing the program.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

passed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 625: Relating to: pay for performance grant requirements. (FE)

AB 625 requires state agencies to withhold 10-50% of certain homelessness program grants for at least 9 months. Service providers receiving these grants must demonstrate improved outcomes - like increased housing retention, job placement, or reduced homelessness returns - compared to a base year to receive the withheld funds. The bill mandates detailed reporting on program data and client outcomes, including housing stability metrics and demographic information. It directly affects organizations funded through specific homelessness grant programs under state statutes.

Topics ✓ Housing

passed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 335: Relating to: ratification of the Cosmetology Licensure Compact. (FE)

SB 335 ratifies the Cosmetology Licensure Compact, enabling cosmetologists, aestheticians, and manicurists to practice across participating states using a single multistate license. The bill adds new provisions allowing licensed professionals from states that joined the compact to work in this state without obtaining a separate state license, provided they hold a valid multistate license. It defines key terms like "multistate license" and updates licensing requirements to include this new pathway, while maintaining existing single-state license rules. This directly affects licensed beauty industry professionals seeking to work in multiple states without reapplying for licenses in each jurisdiction.

passed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 253: Relating to: jurisdiction over juveniles on federal enclaves. (FE)

SB 253 clarifies that the state retains concurrent jurisdiction over juveniles aged 10 or older for delinquency or protection cases, even when offenses occur on federal lands within the state. The bill requires the governor to accept federal offers to transfer jurisdiction over such juveniles back to the state. Key provisions include creating new statutes (1.03(4) and 1.031(2)) to formalize this state jurisdiction and mandate documentation of any transferred cases. This directly affects juveniles aged 10+ who commit offenses on federal enclaves, ensuring state courts maintain authority unless federal authorities proactively transfer jurisdiction.

passed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 564: Relating to: allowing chiropractors to perform school employee health examinations.

AB 564 updates Wisconsin law to allow chiropractors to perform health examinations required for school employees (like teachers and staff). The bill amends statute 118.25(1)(a) by explicitly adding "chiropractor" to the list of licensed professionals authorized to conduct these exams, alongside physicians, naturopathic doctors, and physician assistants. This change directly affects school employees needing these exams and chiropractors who can now legally provide them. The law does not alter exam requirements or costs but expands who may perform the exams. The bill was introduced in October 2025 and referred to the Health Committee for review.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 377: Relating to: establishing English as the official state language, use of artificial intelligence or other machine-assisted translation tools in lieu of appointing English language interpreters, and use of English for governmental oral and written communication and for nongovernmental purposes. (FE)

AB 377 establishes English as the official language of the state and requires all state agencies and local governmental units (like cities, counties, and school districts) to conduct official communications in English. It allows these entities to use artificial intelligence or machine translation tools instead of hiring human interpreters for individuals with language barriers, while still requiring interpreters in specific cases like health/safety emergencies or legal proceedings. The bill permits limited exceptions for non-English communication (e.g., for teaching languages, protecting criminal defendants' rights, or complying with federal law), but prohibits restricting private language use for non-governmental purposes. This law directly affects government operations and individuals seeking services who need language assistance.

Topics ✓ Technology

passed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 226: Relating to: prohibiting school boards and independent charter schools from providing food containing certain ingredients in free or reduced-price meals.

AB 226 prohibits public school districts and independent charter schools from serving free or reduced-price school meals containing five specific ingredients: brominated vegetable oil, potassium bromate, propylparaben, azodicarbonamide, and red dye 3. The law applies to meals under federal programs like the National School Lunch Program and takes effect July 1, 2027. It does not restrict private vendors from serving these ingredients at school events or on school premises. The bill directly affects schools serving subsidized meals to eligible students.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 69: Relating to: an income tax subtraction for certain expenses paid by a school teacher. (FE)

SB 69 would allow school teachers to subtract certain work-related expenses from their taxable income, directly affecting teachers who pay for classroom supplies or professional development out of pocket. The bill creates a specific income tax subtraction provision, reducing the taxable income of eligible teachers by the amount of qualifying expenses they incur. This policy change aims to offset some costs teachers personally cover for their work, without altering tax rates or brackets. The bill passed committee with unanimous support and is now awaiting further legislative action.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education

passed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 362: Relating to: requiring cardiac emergency response plans for cardiac emergencies that occur on school property or at school-sponsored athletic events. (FE)

AB 362 requires all public school districts and charter schools to create written cardiac emergency response plans for cardiac emergencies occurring on school property or at school-sponsored athletic events, starting in the 2026-27 school year. These plans must include core elements like designated response teams, clear AED placement and maintenance, annual drills, and staff training in CPR and AED use following American Heart Association guidelines. Schools must also ensure coaches at athletic events hold current CPR/AED certification and that AEDs are accessible at all athletic venues. The law directly affects all K-12 schools and their staff, aiming to improve immediate response to cardiac emergencies.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 640: Relating to: setting a maximum age for serving as a supreme court justice or judge of a court of record.

AB 640 sets a maximum age of 75 for new appointments or elections to the state supreme court or trial court judgeships. It prohibits anyone turning 75 or older from being appointed or elected to these positions on or after their 75th birthday. The bill excludes temporary reserve judges appointed under separate statutes. This directly affects future judicial candidates and appointments, not current judges.