Wisconsin Bills

failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SJR 56: Relating to: proclaiming April 20 to 26 as 2025 National Infertility Awareness Week in Wisconsin.

Senate Joint Resolution 56 proclaims April 20 to 26, 2025, as National Infertility Awareness Week in Wisconsin. The resolution highlights that infertility affects one in six individuals and recognizes it as a disease, impacting women and men equally. It affirms the legal right of patients with infertility to undergo treatments like in vitro fertilization (IVF) and other fertility options. The resolution also rejects the concept of embryonic or fetal "personhood" and encourages participation with RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association.

Jodi Habush Sinykin (D) Mark Spreitzer (D) Chris Larson (D) Dianne Hesselbein (D) Tim Carpenter (D)

failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AJR 58: Relating to: designating May as Older Americans Month in Wisconsin.

Assembly Joint Resolution 58 officially designates the month of May as Older Americans Month in Wisconsin. This resolution aims to recognize the significant contributions of older Americans in the state and underscore the importance of supporting programs that help them maintain health and independence.

failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 73: Relating to: prosecuting or adjudicating delinquent a person under the age of 18 for committing an act of prostitution.

Senate Bill 73 prevents individuals under the age of 18 from being prosecuted for committing an act of prostitution. It amends current law to explicitly state that a person under 18 cannot be charged under the statute defining this offense (944.30 (1m)). The bill also makes conforming changes to other statutes, removing requirements for DNA collection and certain expungement provisions that would otherwise apply to offenses under this section for minors. This legislation establishes a non-prosecutorial approach for minors involved in acts of prostitution.

failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 241: Relating to: tax incremental financing districts containing qualified data centers. (FE)

Senate Bill 241 creates special provisions for "data center districts" within tax incremental financing (TIF) districts. It exempts a TIF district from a standard 12 percent limit requirement if all its project costs are dedicated to a qualified data center located within its boundaries. This aims to streamline the creation or amendment of TIF districts specifically for data center development. However, districts receiving this exemption cannot later amend their project plans to include costs unrelated to the data center, and their value increment will not count towards the 12 percent limit calculation for other TIF districts.

Topics ✗ Budget & Taxes ✓ Technology

passed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SJR 30: Relating to: congratulating the University of Wisconsin–Madison women’s hockey team on winning the 2025 NCAA Division I Women’s Hockey National Championship.

SJR 30 is a ceremonial resolution expressing the Wisconsin State Legislature's commendation of the University of Wisconsin-Madison women’s hockey team for winning the 2025 NCAA Division I Women’s Hockey National Championship. It specifically highlights their championship victory over Ohio State in overtime, key players like Kirsten Simms and Ava McNaughton, and the coaching staff. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely symbolic, offering formal congratulations without enacting new laws or allocating resources. This type of resolution is standard for recognizing athletic achievements and does not affect any legislation or funding.

passed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SJR 52: Relating to: congratulating the Wisconsin Lutheran Boys Basketball team on their 2025 Division 1 State Basketball Championship.

SJR 52 is a ceremonial resolution that formally congratulates the Wisconsin Lutheran High School Boys Basketball team for winning the 2025 Division 1 WIAA State Championship. It recognizes their victory over Marshfield, their defense of the title after moving divisions, and their teamwork and perseverance throughout the season. The resolution, adopted by the Wisconsin State Legislature in May 2025, has no legal effect or policy impact - it solely serves as a symbolic honor for the team, coaches, and school. This type of resolution does not affect any laws, regulations, or individuals beyond expressing legislative commendation.

passed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SJR 36: Relating to: congratulating the University of Wisconsin–La Crosse women’s gymnastics team on winning the 2025 National Collegiate Gymnastics Association Championship.

This is a ceremonial resolution (SJR 36) expressing legislative congratulations to the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse women’s gymnastics team for winning the 2025 National Collegiate Gymnastics Association (NCGA) championship. It formally recognizes their achievement of an 18th national title (first since 2016) and highest-scoring championship in program history. The resolution has no policy impact or binding requirements - it simply serves as a symbolic gesture of recognition.

passed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 194: Relating to: obtaining attorney fees and costs under the state’s public records law when an authority voluntarily or unilaterally releases a contested record after an action has been filed in court.

SB 194 clarifies when public records requesters can recover attorney fees after suing a government agency. It applies directly to individuals or groups who file court cases seeking records and later get the records released. The bill adds that requesters "prevail" if a court orders the release or if the agency voluntarily shares the record *after* a lawsuit is filed, and the court finds the lawsuit was a key reason for the release. This change makes it easier for requesters to get fee awards without waiting for a full court ruling, streamlining the process under the state's public records law.

passed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 147: Relating to: interpreter action by telephone or live audiovisual means in civil or criminal proceedings.

SB 147 allows courts to permit interpreters to participate in civil and criminal trials via telephone or video, rather than requiring in-person attendance. This directly affects parties in court cases who need language assistance, including non-English speakers and their legal representatives. The key provision requires the court to grant permission only upon a party's request and with the consent of all other parties involved. The bill amends existing court procedures to formally enable this remote interpretation option.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 155: Relating to: requiring periodic inspections of parking structures.

SB 155 requires owners of parking structures (like multi-level garages) to hire a licensed engineer for a structural safety inspection at least once every five years. Owners must submit inspection reports to their local government or the state department responsible for building reviews. Failure to comply results in monthly fines of $200 and potential closure of the parking structure after 12 months without an inspection. The bill directly affects commercial parking facility owners and aims to ensure ongoing structural safety through mandatory, regular checks.

Topics ✓ Transportation

failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SJR 57: Relating to: designating May as Older Americans Month in Wisconsin.

SJR 57 designates the month of May as "Older Americans Month" in Wisconsin through a symbolic resolution. It recognizes Wisconsin's over 1.45 million residents aged 60+ (25% of the state's population) and honors their contributions, aligning with the federal Older Americans Act's focus on community-based services like Meals on Wheels and senior center programs. The resolution does not create new programs or alter funding - it solely serves as a formal acknowledgment to promote awareness of seniors' roles and encourage community engagement. This ceremonial measure affects no specific individuals or policies, instead emphasizing recognition of older adults' value to Wisconsin society.

failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 224: Relating to: the form of referendum questions.

AB 224 requires that referendum questions on ballots - whether for constitutional amendments or other measures - be written in plain, clear language. It prohibits wording that would force voters to cast a "negative vote" to approve a proposal or an "affirmative vote" to reject one. For constitutional amendment questions, the ballot must also specify if any part of the amendment is already in existing state law. This rule applies to all public votes on measures submitted to voters, aiming to make ballot initiatives easier for the public to understand. The bill directly affects voters and election officials who draft and administer referendum questions.

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