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failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 226: Relating to: determination of where a defendant resides or does substantial business for purposes of venue.

SB 226 clarifies venue rules for civil cases involving corporations. It creates two new statutory provisions: Section 801.50(3c) prevents courts from considering joined parties (like insurers under §803.04) when determining proper venue, and Section 801.50(3g) defines where corporations "reside" (place of incorporation) and where they "do substantial business" (only their principal county). This directly affects businesses and plaintiffs in civil lawsuits by limiting venue options based on corporate structure. The bill aims to standardize venue decisions for corporations, preventing claims of business activity in multiple counties to influence court location.
Romaine Quinn (R) Dan Feyen (R) Howard Marklein (R)
failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 99: Relating to: spinal cord injury research grants and symposia and making an appropriation. (FE)

SB 99 creates a Spinal Cord Injury Council to oversee research grants and allocates $2.5 million biennially for spinal cord injury research in Wisconsin. The council, composed of researchers, individuals with spinal cord injuries, veterans, family members, and medical professionals, develops grant criteria and reviews applications. Researchers receiving grants must present findings at department-hosted symposia every two years and report annual progress to the legislature. The bill specifically funds innovative treatments and rehabilitative approaches, with grants allowing up to 8% for administrative costs.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $2.5M biennially for spinal cord injury research via state appropriation, directly funding a public health program per budget/fiscal management definition.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllocates $2.5M biennially for spinal cord injury research, directly advancing medical research within healthcare through funding and structured oversight.95% confidence
Jodi Habush Sinykin (D) Cory Tomczyk (R) Mark Spreitzer (D) Chris Larson (D) Tim Carpenter (D)
failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 406: Relating to: University of Wisconsin System resident undergraduate tuition and fees. (FE)

AB 406 establishes the framework for setting resident undergraduate tuition and fee rates at the University of Wisconsin System. It directly affects Wisconsin residents enrolled in undergraduate programs across UW System campuses. The bill outlines the process for determining these rates, though specific dollar amounts or changes are not detailed in the current summary. Introduced in August 2025 and referred to the Consumer Protection committee, it is currently under review with a fiscal estimate received.
Barbara Dittrich (R) Scott Allen (R) Dan Knodl (R) Ron Tusler (R) Dave Murphy (R)
failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AJR 84: Relating to: recognizing National Propane Day.

This joint resolution recognizes October 7, 2025, as National Propane Day in Wisconsin. It highlights propane as a clean-burning, low-carbon fuel that supports 278,175 Wisconsin homes, 1,360 jobs, and over $1 billion in annual economic activity. The resolution emphasizes propane’s role in meeting energy needs while improving air quality and supporting Wisconsin’s energy security. As a symbolic gesture, it does not create new laws or obligations but formally acknowledges the industry’s contributions.
Dan Knodl (R) Dave Murphy (R) Calvin Callahan (R) Duke Tucker (R) Will Penterman (R)
failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 92: Relating to: spinal cord injury research grants and symposia and making an appropriation. (FE)

AB 92 creates a Spinal Cord Injury Council in Wisconsin's Department of Health Services to oversee research funding. It allocates $2.5 million biennially for grants supporting research into new treatments for spinal cord injuries, including pharmaceutical, medical device, and rehabilitative approaches. The council - composed of researchers, patients, veterans, and family members - sets grant criteria, reviews applications, and recommends awardees. Grant recipients must present findings at department-hosted symposia (held no more than once every two years) and report annual results to the legislature. This directly affects Wisconsin-based researchers and medical institutions conducting spinal cord injury research.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates $2.5M biennially for spinal cord injury research grants, directly funding a public health program through state budget allocation.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllocates $2.5M biennially for spinal cord injury research grants, advancing medical treatment options under healthcare funding and research initiatives.95% confidence
Barbara Dittrich (R) Cindi Duchow (R) Ron Tusler (R) Christine Sinicki (D) Paul Tittl (R)
failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 311: Relating to: changing an individual’s sex on a birth certificate.

AB 311 would allow transgender and intersex individuals to update their sex marker on birth certificates without requiring medical documentation. The bill directly affects people seeking to align their legal identity with their gender identity through simplified administrative changes. Key provisions would replace current requirements (like court orders or medical certifications) with a straightforward self-attestation process. The bill is currently under review in the Assembly Judiciary Committee after being introduced on June 6, 2025.
Barbara Dittrich (R) Scott Allen (R) Cindi Duchow (R) Dave Murphy (R) Calvin Callahan (R)
failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 421: Relating to: prohibiting rights of nature ordinances. (FE)

AB 421 prohibits cities, towns, and counties from enacting "rights of nature" ordinances that grant legal rights to natural resources like rivers or forests. The bill defines such ordinances as those conferring rights to exist, be protected from pollution, or maintain healthy ecosystems. It creates a new state law (66.0132) banning these local measures, preventing municipalities from using this approach to legally protect natural areas. The bill was introduced in September 2025 and referred to the Judiciary Committee.
Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentProhibits local 'rights of nature' ordinances that protect natural resources from pollution and ecosystems, weakening environmental protections.90% confidence
Dave Murphy (R) Clint Moses (R) Gus Gustafson (R) Amanda Nedweski (R) Lindee Brill (R)
failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 312: Relating to: changing an individual’s sex on a birth certificate.

SB 312 prohibits changing the sex marker on a birth certificate to reflect a person's gender identity. It defines "biological sex" as the sex assigned at birth based on chromosomes, and bans courts from ordering such changes - even after gender-affirming surgery. The bill affects transgender individuals seeking to update their birth certificates to match their gender identity. Key provisions include creating new statutes (69.115, 69.12 (2m)) that prevent sex marker changes and amending existing laws to remove court authority for such updates. The bill does not affect name changes on birth records.
Romaine Quinn (R) Steve Nass (R) Van Wanggaard (R)
failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 396: Relating to: the Veterans Outreach and Recovery Program and making an appropriation. (FE)

SB 396 increases funding for the Veterans Outreach and Recovery Program by $512,900 for fiscal year 2025-26 (adding 7 staff positions) and $602,800 for fiscal year 2026-27. This directly expands services provided to veterans through the Department of Veterans Affairs by authorizing additional staff to support outreach and recovery efforts. The bill makes specific appropriations to the department without creating new program requirements or altering eligibility. It affects veterans seeking outreach services and the department’s capacity to deliver them.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly increases state appropriations ($512k + $602k) for veterans' services, directly funding essential public program expansion through budget allocation.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareIncreases funding and staff for veterans' healthcare outreach program, directly expanding services through additional appropriations.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransIncreases funding by $1.1M total for VA outreach staff, directly expanding veteran services without restrictions or eligibility changes.95% confidence
Jodi Habush Sinykin (D) Mark Spreitzer (D) Chris Larson (D) Dianne Hesselbein (D) Tim Carpenter (D)
failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 385: Relating to: the veterans housing and recovery program and making an appropriation. (FE)

SB 385 increases funding for Wisconsin's Veterans Housing and Recovery Program. It adds $900,000 for fiscal year 2025-26 and $1,050,000 for 2026-27 to cover program supplies, services, and leasing a new facility in Chippewa Falls. The additional funds address space limitations and facility deficiencies at the current location. This bill directly affects veterans participating in the housing program by ensuring continued support through improved resources and accommodations. The changes are purely fiscal, with no new policy requirements for veterans or service providers.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases state budget allocation for veterans housing program through new appropriations, directly funding essential services and facility improvements.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingIncreases funding for Wisconsin's Veterans Housing and Recovery Program to improve housing resources and accommodations for veterans, directly advancing housing support through program funding.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill increases funding by $900k/$1.05M for veterans housing program, addresses facility deficiencies, and ensures continued support through improved resources for veterans.95% confidence
Brad Pfaff (D) Jodi Habush Sinykin (D) Mark Spreitzer (D) Chris Larson (D) Dianne Hesselbein (D)
failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 398: Relating to: requiring universal changing stations in certain buildings, creating a tax credit for installation of the stations, and making an appropriation. (FE)

SB 398 creates a tax credit for small businesses to install universal changing stations in certain buildings. The credit covers 50% of installation costs, up to $5,125, for businesses with annual gross receipts under $1 million or 30 or fewer full-time employees. The bill amends tax statutes to allow this credit against state income tax, with credits calculated based on entity payments and distributed to owners proportionally for partnerships and similar entities. It requires stations to meet specific standards defined in the law and includes funding through an appropriation account.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides 50% tax credit (up to $5,125) for small businesses to install changing stations, reducing their state income tax liability.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProvides tax credit for universal changing stations, enhancing workplace safety and accessibility for workers, directly supporting Labor & Employment standards.95% confidence
Jodi Habush Sinykin (D) Mark Spreitzer (D) Chris Larson (D) Dianne Hesselbein (D) Tim Carpenter (D)
passed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 23: Relating to: establishment of a Palliative Care Council. (FE)

AB 23 establishes a 22-member Palliative Care Council within the Department of Health Services to advise on palliative care policy. The council includes physicians, nurses, patient advocates, insurers, and legislators, with specific requirements for geographic and program-type representation (e.g., community-based vs. hospital-based care). It will evaluate palliative care programs, advise on reimbursement mechanisms, and report biennially to the legislature on access and impact. The bill explicitly excludes physician-assisted suicide and similar topics from the council’s advisory scope. This bill directly affects palliative care providers, patients, insurers, and state health agencies through structured policy guidance.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes Palliative Care Council to advise on policy, evaluate programs, and improve reimbursement/access for palliative care services, directly strengthening healthcare delivery.90% confidence
Barbara Dittrich (R) Maureen McCarville (D) Tara Johnson (D) Mike Bare (D) John Spiros (R)
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