Wisconsin Bills

failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AJR 61: Relating to: proclaiming June 6, 2025, as Gun Violence Awareness Day in Wisconsin.

AJR 61 is a symbolic resolution, not a law, that formally designates June 6, 2025, as "Gun Violence Awareness Day" in Wisconsin. It does not create new legal requirements or affect any specific group; instead, it serves as a ceremonial recognition of gun violence impacts. The resolution cites Wisconsin's statistics on gun-related deaths and injuries to frame the awareness day, but it contains no policy changes or funding mechanisms. This procedural action aims to highlight the issue through official proclamation, consistent with similar resolutions in other states.

Karen Kirsch (D) Maureen McCarville (D) Alex Joers (D) Tara Johnson (D) Mike Bare (D)

failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 281: Relating to: allowing certified advanced practice nurse prescribers to engage in the practice of radiography.

SB 281 would allow certified advanced practice nurses who can prescribe medications (under Section 441.16(2)) to also perform radiography, such as taking X-rays. This bill directly affects these nurses by expanding their scope of practice to include radiography without requiring separate certification. The key provision creates a new statutory section (462.02(2)(g)) to explicitly permit this expanded practice. The bill does not change requirements for other radiography professionals or alter existing radiology regulations.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SJR 60: Relating to: proclaiming June 6, 2025, as Gun Violence Awareness Day in Wisconsin.

This bill (SJR 60) is a symbolic resolution that formally proclaims June 6, 2025, as "Gun Violence Awareness Day" in Wisconsin. It does not create new laws or policies but uses the legislature's authority to recognize gun violence as a critical public health issue, citing statistics on firearm deaths and injuries in Wisconsin (including 741 annual gun deaths, 64% suicides, and 1,500 annual injuries). The resolution aims to raise public awareness and align with broader efforts to address gun violence, as noted in its "whereas" clauses referencing national and state data. It directly affects all Wisconsin residents by designating a specific day for community reflection and education on the topic.

failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 295: Relating to: allowing certified advanced practice nurse prescribers to engage in the practice of radiography.

This bill would permit certified advanced practice nurses (who prescribe medications) to perform radiography services, such as X-rays, as part of their existing practice. It creates a new statutory provision explicitly expanding their scope to include radiography without requiring separate radiography certification. The change directly affects these nurse prescribers, allowing them to conduct medical imaging procedures in healthcare settings. The bill was introduced in 2025 and referred to the Health committee for review.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 163: Relating to: redeterminations of eligibility for the Medical Assistance program and database confirmation for public assistance program eligibility. (FE)

AB 163 requires regular eligibility reviews for the Medical Assistance program (a public health benefits program) every six months, replacing automatic renewals. Recipients must report changes affecting their benefits within 10 days or face a six-month loss of coverage. The bill mandates state agencies to cross-check public benefit databases against death records and other state databases (like employment or prison records) every three months to remove deceased individuals and verify eligibility. It also establishes data-sharing agreements between agencies to confirm applicant information using sources like federal benefit records, with all eligibility reviews required to be completed by January 1, 2026.

Topics ✗ Healthcare

failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 177: Relating to: sales and use tax exemption for diapers and feminine hygiene products. (FE)

AB 177 exempts diapers and feminine hygiene products from state sales tax. The bill defines "diapers" as absorbent garments for people with incontinence and "feminine hygiene products" to include tampons, pads, menstrual cups, and similar items (excluding grooming products like soap or toothpaste). It adds these categories to the list of tax-exempt items under Wisconsin’s sales tax code (77.54(75)), directly affecting consumers who purchase these essential products. The exemption applies to both retail sales and use of these items, removing a tax burden on these daily necessities.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Healthcare

failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 19: Relating to: fee waivers for state park vehicle admission receipts to pupils with Every Kid Outdoors passes. (FE)

SB 19 creates a fee waiver for Wisconsin state park vehicle admissions for families with 4th graders who have an active Every Kid Outdoors pass from the U.S. National Park Service. It directly affects Wisconsin residents who are parents or guardians of eligible 4th graders, waiving the annual vehicle admission fee (including issuance costs) for vehicles with Wisconsin plates. The bill requires proof of the child's pass and the parent/guardian's ownership of the vehicle. This policy change provides free access to state parks for these families without altering existing park fees for other visitors.

failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 114: Relating to: sales and use tax exemption for diapers and feminine hygiene products. (FE)

Senate Bill 114 proposes to exempt diapers and feminine hygiene products from state sales and use tax. The bill defines "diaper" as an absorbent garment for humans with bladder or bowel control difficulties, and "feminine hygiene products" to include items like tampons and sanitary napkins, specifically excluding general grooming products. If enacted, consumers would no longer pay sales tax on these defined items, and retailers would not collect it. This change aims to remove the sales and use tax from the sale and consumption of these specific products.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Healthcare

failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 93: Relating to: the distribution and labeling of fertilizers and soil or plant additives produced from manure. (FE)

AB 93 modifies the labeling and distribution requirements for fertilizers and soil or plant additives created from animal or vegetable manure, specifically compost and vermicompost. The bill allows producers of these manure-based products to use a "typical analysis" of their contents on labels and invoices, instead of a "guaranteed analysis" or "grade," if the claims are scientifically validated. It also exempts mixed fertilizers made from manure-based compost or vermicompost from minimum nutrient content requirements. Additionally, the bill prohibits the state department from requiring controlled experimental field tests for compost-based soil or plant additives when substantiating claims for permits.

failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 197: Relating to: various changes to the unemployment insurance law and federal Reemployment Services and Eligibility Assessment grants. (FE)

Senate Bill 197 proposes significant changes to Wisconsin's unemployment insurance law, primarily by renaming it the "reemployment assistance" program. The bill establishes a new Division of Reemployment Assistance within the Department of Workforce Development. It also amends various statutes to reflect this name change and reiterates that individuals must be able, available, and actively seeking work to be eligible for benefits. These changes directly affect individuals applying for benefits, employers who contribute to the system, and the state's workforce development efforts.

passed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 66: Relating to: dismissing or amending certain criminal charges and deferred prosecution agreements for certain crimes.

AB 66 restricts prosecutors from dismissing or amending certain criminal charges without court approval. It applies to specific "covered crimes," including domestic abuse violations, certain violent offenses (like those under s. 940.198 or 941.29), and crimes listed in Chapter 948. Prosecutors must seek court approval for any dismissal or amendment, and courts can only approve if the action aligns with deterring these crimes. The bill also prohibits deferred prosecution agreements for individuals charged with covered crimes. This policy change directly affects prosecutors, courts, and defendants facing charges for the listed offenses.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 44: Relating to: local regulation of fowl.

SB 44 prevents local governments (cities, towns, counties) from banning residents from keeping 4 or fewer chickens or quail on residential properties they own or rent in owner-occupied homes. It allows local units to require permits, request neighbor notifications, set housing location rules, ban roosters, and enforce cleanliness standards. The bill directly affects homeowners and renters in residential zones who wish to keep small flocks of poultry. It does not override condominium rules but limits local restrictions on low-scale backyard farming. The law creates clear boundaries for municipal regulation of residential fowl keeping.

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