AB 140 creates a specific exception in Wisconsin statute for Port Washington's Tax Incremental District Number 5, removing a standard 12% limit on the total taxable property value that can be included in such districts. This bill directly affects the city of Port Washington and its Tax Incremental District Number 5, allowing that district to exceed the usual property value cap. The key mechanism is adding a new statutory provision (66.1105 (17) (h)) that explicitly states the 12% limit does not apply to this specific district. The bill was enacted as 2025 Wisconsin Act 16 after approval by the Governor.
SB 283 requires state contracts with hearing protection device manufacturers to provide free devices to state law enforcement agencies (any requested quantity) and to other law enforcement/fire agencies (up to 20% of personnel or 10 devices, whichever is fewer). Agencies not covered under these free provisions may purchase devices at 50% cost for any quantity. The bill directly affects public safety personnel in law enforcement and fire protective services across Wisconsin. It became law as 2025 Wisconsin Act 14 on July 3, 2025.
SB 108 creates a secure online portal to share minors' safety plans during mental health or behavioral crises. It allows minors (13+) to create written plans with a facilitator, including contact info, de-escalation strategies, and crisis guidance, which they can share only with designated safety plan partners (like schools, law enforcement, or health providers) after signing a consent form. The portal, managed by the state, requires minor consent for sharing, limits access to crisis situations or updates, and expires after one year. This directly affects minors at risk of crisis encounters with emergency services and the agencies coordinating their care. The bill standardizes how safety information is shared while requiring explicit consent and confidentiality.
SB 124 creates a state board to organize, promote, and host a Wisconsin nuclear power summit. The board, including a member appointed by the public service commission chair, would direct state funds for the summit and receive administrative support from a state corporation (such as meeting coordination, public records compliance, and event logistics). This bill does not change nuclear power regulations or affect businesses; it solely establishes the framework for hosting a single summit event. The bill was enacted as 2025 Wisconsin Act 11 after receiving gubernatorial approval.
SB 125 requires the state to conduct a study on nuclear power and fusion energy siting, including reviewing approval timelines for small modular reactor projects. It mandates the state commission to engage with federal regulators to identify ways to streamline both federal and state permitting processes for advanced nuclear reactors. The bill also sets a new 19th-day deadline for final decisions on certain utility certificate applications (previously 13th), and directs the commission to assess methods for speeding up approvals for large nuclear facilities. This bill directly affects developers of nuclear and fusion energy projects seeking state permits and approvals.
SB 106 clarifies the authority of state departments to regulate psychiatric residential treatment facilities (PRTFs) by removing ambiguous language from existing rules. It requires facilities to follow department rules and allows departments to establish specific requirements, policies, and standards for PRTFs. The bill directly affects PRTFs and state departments responsible for oversight, ensuring rules are applied consistently. It became law as 2025 Wisconsin Act 9 after approval by the Governor on July 2, 2025. The changes focus on precise language to streamline regulatory processes, without creating new requirements.
SB 232 creates annual state grants of $17,000 per child advocacy center in Wisconsin to support education, training, medical advice, and quality assurance for responding to child maltreatment cases. The bill specifically authorizes funding for existing centers in Milwaukee, Kenosha, Fox Valley, Marathon, Chippewa, Brown, Racine, Walworth, and Green counties, plus adds the Lakeshore Regional Center in Sheboygan County and a statewide "Child Advocacy Centers of Wisconsin" entity. These grants, drawn from a specific state appropriation, directly support the operational capacity of these centers to improve multidisciplinary child abuse response. The bill was enacted as 2025 Wisconsin Act 13 after approval by the Governor on July 2, 2025.
SB 56 clarifies how Wisconsin can use federal funds for water infrastructure projects. It specifically prohibits using federal capitalization grant funds (from 42 USC 300j-12) to forgive loan principal for private community water systems, except for lead service line replacements. The bill ensures these federal dollars can only cover the direct costs of replacing lead pipes, not other types of financial assistance. This affects private water system owners seeking federal funding for infrastructure upgrades. The law was enacted as 2025 Wisconsin Act 8.
SB 126 amends the effective date for specific provisions in 2023 Wisconsin Act 126, delaying their implementation from July 1, 2025, to December 1, 2027. It directly affects the listed statutes in Section 35(1m), which cover areas like property tax assessments, education funding, and local government regulations. The bill does not change the substance of these provisions but adjusts their start date through a procedural amendment. This change provides additional time for affected entities to prepare for the new requirements.
Assembly Joint Resolution 12 (AJR 12) is a commemorative resolution that honors the life and public service of Patrick Fuller, who served as the Assembly Chief Clerk. The resolution expresses the Wisconsin State Legislature's condolences to his family and friends.
SJR 2 proposes a constitutional amendment that would require all qualified voters to present valid photographic identification to cast a ballot in any election. This identification must be issued by the state, federal government, a federally recognized American Indian tribe, or a college or university. The bill allows the legislature to specify acceptable forms of identification and establish exceptions to this requirement. Voters unable to present valid ID on election day would be permitted to cast a provisional ballot, which would only be counted if they present valid identification at a later time. If agreed to by the legislature on this second consideration, the proposed amendment will be submitted to the people for ratification.
AJR 14 is a joint resolution from the Wisconsin State Legislature. It formally honors the life and public service of the late Representative David O. Martin, who served five terms in the State Assembly and was known for his bipartisan work on environmental protection and education. The resolution also extends condolences to his family and friends.
