Wisconsin Bills

failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 119: Relating to: positions for the Office of School Safety. (FE)

Senate Bill 119 proposes to increase the staffing for the Department of Justice's Office of School Safety. The bill authorizes an additional 14.2 full-time equivalent (FTE) positions for the department. These new positions, funded by general purpose revenue, are specifically intended to support and enhance school safety initiatives. The increase in staff is scheduled to take effect on October 1, 2025.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education

failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 63: Relating to: ratification of the Driver License Compact. (FE)

Senate Bill 63 proposes to enact the Driver License Compact into state law. This compact aims to improve highway safety by promoting compliance with motor vehicle laws across participating states. It requires states to share information about convictions for traffic offenses, allowing a driver's home state to give the same effect to certain serious out-of-state violations (like OWI or vehicular manslaughter) as if they occurred locally. The bill also prevents individuals from obtaining a new license in a different compact state while their license is suspended or revoked in another.

Topics ✓ Transportation

failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 138: Relating to: prostitution crime surcharge and making an appropriation. (FE)

Senate Bill 138 establishes a new $5,000 prostitution crime surcharge to be imposed by courts on individuals convicted of specific prostitution-related offenses. This surcharge directly affects those convicted of these crimes. The bill directs that half of the collected funds be used for treatment and services for sex-trafficking victims, while the other half supports criminal investigative operations and prosecution related to Internet crimes against children.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Criminal Justice

failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 149: Relating to: requiring the legislature to convene an extraordinary session if an executive order of the president of the United States freezes federal aid to the state.

This bill, SB 149, requires the state legislature to convene an extraordinary session if a U.S. President issues an executive order that freezes federal aid previously authorized for the state. During this session, a bill would be drafted to estimate the amounts of federal aid lost by state agencies, eligible local governmental units (like school districts), and eligible nonprofit organizations. It would then provide payments from the state's budget stabilization fund to these entities to offset the estimated losses, prioritizing essential services. The bill also includes provisions for reimbursing the budget stabilization fund if the state later receives the frozen federal aid.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education

failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SJR 8: Relating to: proclaiming February 4, 2025, as Transit Equity Day.

Senate Joint Resolution 8 (SJR 8) proclaims February 4, 2025, as Transit Equity Day in Wisconsin. This resolution officially designates the day to acknowledge the importance of equitable access to public transit for all residents.

failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SJR 41: Relating to: celebrating 50 years of strength and resilience of the Hmong, Lao, Cambodian, and Vietnamese people.

Senate Joint Resolution 41 is a commemorative resolution recognizing the 50th anniversary of the conclusion of the Vietnam War, the Secret War in Laos, and the Fall of Phnom Penh in Cambodia. It honors the strength, resilience, and contributions of Hmong, Lao, Cambodian, and Vietnamese communities, particularly those who resettled in Wisconsin.

failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 9: Relating to: special registration plates with white lettering on a black background. (FE)

SB 9 creates a new special vehicle registration plate option in Wisconsin featuring a black background with white lettering displaying "Wisconsin" and the vehicle's registration number. It requires a voluntary $25 fee for issuance or renewal (with $50 for biennial plates in the first year), after which the Department of Transportation retains up to $23,700 for initial production costs, depositing any remaining funds into the transportation fund. This plate design is specifically for Wisconsin residents who choose to purchase it, distinct from existing military, sports, or university plate programs. The bill does not change existing plate categories but adds this new visual option with a dedicated fee structure.

Topics ✓ Transportation

failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 175: Relating to: local building permit fees for certain improvements of residences of disabled veterans. (FE)

Senate Bill 175 requires local governments to reduce building permit fees for certain home improvements. This applies to improvements made to the primary residence of a disabled veteran, provided the changes are necessary to accommodate their disability. The fee reduction is either 75% of the fee or $500, whichever amount is smaller. Local governments can request proof that the veteran meets the definition of a disabled veteran and that the improvements are disability-related.

Topics ✓ Veterans

failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 88: Relating to: civil action for injury or damages resulting from riot or vandalism, participation in a riot, prohibiting certain limitations or restrictions on law enforcement responses to riot or vandalism activity, and providing a penalty.

AB 88 addresses civil actions and law enforcement responses related to riot and vandalism activities. The bill prohibits government officials from limiting or restricting law enforcement's authority to arrest individuals or quell such disturbances. It also creates a new civil cause of action, allowing individuals who suffer injury or property damage from riot or vandalism to sue those who committed the acts or provided material support. Victims may seek compensatory damages, an order for property repair, and legal fees, regardless of whether criminal charges are filed. The bill also defines "rioting" and "incite" for these purposes.

Topics ✗ Criminal Justice

failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SJR 46: Relating to: honoring the life and public service of Representative Frederick P. Kessler.

Senate Joint Resolution 46 honors the distinguished life and public service of Representative Frederick P. Kessler, recognizing his extensive career in the Wisconsin State Assembly and as a Milwaukee County judge. The resolution acknowledges his contributions to areas such as language immersion schools, redistricting reform, and civil rights, and directs that a copy be provided to his family.

failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 249: Relating to: vacancies in appointive state offices.

Senate Bill 249 proposes to create a new section of state law (17.03 (10m)) concerning vacancies in specific state government positions. This bill applies to individuals serving in "appointive state offices" that have a fixed term. It defines these offices broadly to include most state departments, agencies, boards, and commissions, excluding the legislature and courts. The new section is intended to address situations where an incumbent's fixed term in such an office expires, though the specific policy change for this scenario is not detailed in the provided text.

failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AJR 44: Relating to: honoring the life and public service of Representative Frederick P. Kessler.

Assembly Joint Resolution 44 honors the distinguished life and public service of the late Representative Frederick P. Kessler, recognizing his extensive career as an assemblyman and judge in Wisconsin. The resolution details his contributions, including his work on language immersion schools and redistricting reform, and directs that a copy be provided to his family.

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