Wisconsin Bills

failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 30, 2026

SB 1090: Relating to: the distribution of the Wisconsin Blue Book and highway maps. (FE)

This bill modifies how Wisconsin distributes the state Blue Book and highway maps to legislative members. It requires legislative offices to request specific quantities of the Blue Book before printing, with each Senator capped at 600 copies and each Assembly Representative at 350 copies. The bill also establishes free distribution limits for highway maps, providing 50 service maps and 500 folded maps to each legislator without charge, while allowing paid requests for additional copies. Additionally, it mandates that audit report summaries be distributed using the same method as the Blue Book.

failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 30, 2026

AB 1217: Relating to: prior authorization transparency, exemptions from prior authorization requirements, and granting rule-making authority. (FE)

This bill requires health care plans to publicly disclose their prior authorization requirements on their websites in plain language, making it easier for patients and providers to understand which services need approval before being covered. It mandates that plans maintain complete lists of required authorizations, including when rules began and ended, and ensures clinical review criteria are based on nationally recognized, evidence-based standards. The legislation also grants the state insurance commissioner authority to create rules regarding prior authorization exemptions and establishes protections against claim denials when prior authorization rules change after services are already provided.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 30, 2026

SB 1170: Relating to: prohibitions on postemployment nonsolicitation clauses in employment contracts.

This bill prohibits employers from including postemployment nonsolicitation clauses in employment contracts, which would prevent former employees from recruiting their current coworkers for other jobs. The law declares such provisions illegal, void, and unenforceable because they impose an unreasonable restraint on trade after employment ends. Employers must post notices in conspicuous locations and on their websites explaining that these clauses are unenforceable. The restrictions apply to contracts entered into, extended, modified, or renewed on the bill's effective date.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment

failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 30, 2026

SB 1114: Relating to: permitting certain qualified individuals to make a request for medication for the purpose of ending their lives and providing a penalty. (FE)

This bill, titled the "Our Care, Our Options Act," would create a legal process allowing mentally capable adults with terminal illnesses to request medication to end their lives within six months of diagnosis. It requires patients to make both oral and written requests to their doctors, with a 15-day waiting period between the initial and final requests, though this wait can be waived if death is expected within 15 days. Two separate medical providers must confirm the patient's diagnosis, prognosis, and mental capacity, while also ensuring the patient understands all treatment options and risks before proceeding. The legislation defines specific protections against coercion or undue influence and establishes penalties for violations, while also clarifying that providers who object to participating may refer patients to other qualified providers without facing disciplinary action.

failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 30, 2026

AB 1155: Relating to: protection of pregnant individuals’ information, authorization for disclosure, data breach, and providing a penalty.

This bill requires unregulated pregnancy centers to obtain written authorization from individuals before disclosing their personal health information, with specific requirements for what the authorization must include and how long it remains valid. The law defines unregulated pregnancy centers as facilities that do not provide abortions or emergency contraception and are not covered by existing medical privacy laws, while also establishing rules for when information can be shared without consent, such as for legal compliance or law enforcement cooperation. Centers must notify individuals if their health data is breached and face penalties for violating these privacy protections, while also being prohibited from discriminating against people who refuse to authorize information sharing. The bill creates a new section in the state statutes to establish these requirements and specifies that the law takes effect three months after publication.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Technology

failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 30, 2026

AJR 150: Relating to: proclaiming April 2026 as family strengthening month in Wisconsin.

This bill is a joint resolution that designates April 2026 as Family Strengthening Month in Wisconsin. It directly affects the state legislature, which would officially proclaim the month to raise awareness about preventing child abuse and neglect. The resolution highlights the importance of building family protective factors like parental resilience and social connections to support children and communities. It does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic acknowledgment of the state's commitment to family support. The bill is procedural in nature and does not change any existing policies or programs.

failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 30, 2026

SB 1182: Relating to: testing cosmetics on animals and providing a penalty.

SB 1182 prohibits cosmetic manufacturers from conducting or contracting for animal testing of cosmetics within the state after December 31, 2026, and bans the manufacture or import of products developed using such testing after that date. The law also prevents the sale of cosmetics containing ingredients tested on animals after the deadline, with limited exceptions for testing required by federal or state regulations, foreign jurisdictions, or specific federal laws. Penalties for violations include a $5,000 forfeiture plus $1,000 for each day the violation continues. This legislation directly affects cosmetic manufacturers, importers, and sellers operating in the state by establishing clear restrictions on animal testing practices and product sourcing.

Topics ✓ Environment

failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 30, 2026

AB 1190: Relating to: algorithmic pricing of essential consumer goods, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.

This bill prohibits grocery retailers from using personalized algorithmic pricing for essential consumer goods like food and household products. It requires clear disclosure when prices are set by algorithms using personal data and bans displaying such prices on electronic screens within stores. The law also prevents retailers from using consumer data to set prices that vary based on protected characteristics like race, sex, or disability. Grocery retailers face penalties of up to $2,000 per violation and could be subject to investigations and civil lawsuits from affected consumers.

Topics ✓ Technology

failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 30, 2026

SB 1185: Relating to: a tax credit for local newspaper subscriptions. (FE)

This bill creates a state tax credit for individuals who purchase subscriptions to qualifying local newspapers, which are defined as newspapers eligible to print legal notices. The credit allows taxpayers to claim 50 percent of their subscription costs as a credit against their state income tax, with a maximum benefit of $250 per year or $125 for married individuals filing separate returns. To use the credit, taxpayers must file a claim within the standard tax filing period for the year in which they paid for the subscriptions. The legislation applies to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2024, and follows existing administrative procedures for similar tax credits.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 30, 2026

AB 1104: Relating to: requiring school boards to compensate teachers for time spent on nonclassroom services. (FE)

This bill requires school boards to pay teachers for time spent on nonclassroom duties, such as grading, planning, or administrative tasks, rather than expecting this work to be done without compensation. The key provision states that no school board can require teachers to perform services outside regular classroom instruction unless they are compensated for that time. The law applies to all teachers affected by collective bargaining agreements or contracts, taking effect when their current agreements expire or are modified. This change aims to ensure teachers are paid for all professional time they spend supporting students and school operations.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education ✓ Labor & Employment

failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 30, 2026

SB 947: Relating to: a requirement to report lost or stolen firearms and providing a penalty. (FE)

SB 947 requires firearm owners to report lost or stolen guns to local law enforcement within 24 hours. Law enforcement must then forward these reports to a state database for tracking, and owners must report recovery of a firearm as soon as possible. Failure to report a lost or stolen firearm carries penalties: a Class A misdemeanor for a first offense, escalating to a Class I felony for repeat violations. Additionally, sellers must provide new buyers written notice of these reporting requirements and penalties at the time of sale. The bill directly affects firearm owners, sellers, and law enforcement agencies.

failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 30, 2026

SB 946: Relating to: containers or trigger locks provided at a firearm sale and providing a penalty.

SB 946 requires firearm sellers in Wisconsin to provide a specific written warning about child access risks and either a secure container or trigger lock during retail sales or transfers. The warning must state: "IF YOU LEAVE A LOADED FIREARM WITHIN THE REACH OR EASY ACCESS OF A CHILD YOU MAY BE FINED OR IMPRISONED OR BOTH..." The bill directly affects retail firearm sellers, mandating these provisions at the point of sale. Violations carry penalties of up to $500 fine, 30 days in jail, or both. The legislation focuses on preventing accidental firearm access by children through mandatory seller actions during transactions.

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