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All 12,159 Active 7 In committee 9,574 Passed 998 Signed 1,132 Failed 8,245

failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 1006: Relating to: the definition of “veteran” for purposes of certain state veterans benefits.

AB 1006 amends Wisconsin law to create a new definition of "veteran" specifically for state veterans benefits eligibility. It defines a veteran as a current or former National Guard member who completed their initial obligated service term and received an honorable or general discharge under honorable conditions. This change directly expands eligibility for state veterans benefits to include qualifying National Guard members who previously might not have met the existing definition. The bill does not alter benefit amounts or other eligibility criteria beyond this definition update.

Topics ✓ Veterans

failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 1031: Relating to: sales and use tax exemption for menstrual discharge collection devices. (FE)

AB 1031 exempts menstrual discharge collection devices from sales tax. The bill defines these products to include tampons, pads, menstrual cups, period underwear, and other similar items designed for menstrual cycle use (such as period swimwear or sleep shorts), while explicitly excluding regular grooming products like soap or toothpaste. It adds these items to the list of tax-exempt goods under state law, meaning retailers won’t charge sales tax on them. This change directly affects consumers who purchase these products, making them more affordable by removing the tax burden.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Healthcare

failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 922: Relating to: automatic voter registration, deceptive election practices, voter intimidation and suppression, voter rights, polling place posting and language requirements, election manual requirements, withholding of voluntarily provided elector information, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty. (FE)

SB 922 requires polling places to display a clear "Voter Bill of Rights" listing specific rights (like secret ballots, language assistance, and provisional voting) at all locations. It mandates election officials to coordinate with language advocacy groups to ensure polling places serve voters speaking non-English languages and have at least one bilingual official present. The bill also creates new legal pathways for voters to sue if their rights are violated, including seeking injunctive relief or attorney fees if they win. These provisions directly affect all voters, particularly language minority communities and those facing potential voting barriers.

failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 970: Relating to: financial exploitation of vulnerable adults.

SB 970 allows financial institutions (like banks and credit unions) to refuse or delay specific financial transactions when they reasonably suspect financial exploitation of a vulnerable adult. This applies to transactions involving the vulnerable adult’s account, accounts where they are a beneficiary, or accounts of suspected perpetrators. Financial institutions must notify authorized account holders (unless the notifier is the suspected perpetrator) and report incidents to adult-at-risk agencies, while retaining the right to delay transactions for up to 15 business days. The bill also provides legal immunity for financial institutions acting in good faith based on reasonable suspicion.

failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 971: Relating to: exempting certain agricultural warehouses from automatic fire sprinkler requirements.

SB 971 exempts agricultural warehouses storing crop protection products (like fertilizers and pesticides) from mandatory automatic fire sprinkler systems, provided they meet two conditions: liquid storage has secondary containment as required by agriculture rules, and owners notify local fire departments about stored chemicals. This applies only to warehouses primarily used for such storage, not to office areas within them. The exemption does not affect other fire safety requirements, such as detection or suppression systems. It directly affects agricultural businesses storing these products in warehouses constructed after the bill's effective date.

failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 987: Relating to: the drug repository program.

SB 987 amends the definition of "drug" within the state's drug repository program. It clarifies that "drug" includes: (1) drugs defined under existing law (s. 450.01(10)), (2) nonprescription drug products as defined in s. 450.01(13m), and (3) prescription drugs. This technical amendment updates the program's terminology to ensure all relevant drug types are explicitly covered under the repository system. The bill does not create new requirements or affect specific groups directly - it solely refines the statutory definition for administrative clarity.

failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 1028: Relating to: earned wage access services.

SB 1028 sets maximum fees for earned wage access (EWA) services, which allow workers to receive early access to earned wages. It limits fees to $5 for advances of $75 or less and $7.50 for larger advances, with adjustments every five years starting in 2030 based on the U.S. consumer price index. The bill also exempts licensed EWA providers from certain existing financial regulations, including parts of Chapters 422, 425, 426, and 427. This directly affects workers using EWA services and licensed providers operating under these rules.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment

failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 1032: Relating to: a sales and use tax exemption for the sale of over-the-counter drugs. (FE)

SB 1032 would create a sales and use tax exemption for over-the-counter drugs. The bill defines qualifying drugs as those with specific labeling, including a drug facts panel or a list of active ingredients. This exemption would remove sales tax from the purchase of these medications, directly affecting consumers buying common drugs like pain relievers or cold medicine and retailers selling them. The policy change applies only to drugs meeting the defined labeling requirements, not to prescription medications or other products.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Healthcare

failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 1010: Relating to: claims for loss of society and companionship resulting from medical malpractice. (FE)

AB 1010 allows adult and minor children to claim damages for loss of society and companionship if a parent is injured or dies due to medical malpractice. It specifically covers three situations: adult children with disabilities who relied on parental support, adult children in post-secondary education dependent on parental financial support, or children who incurred out-of-pocket medical, funeral, or legal costs. The bill creates new legal grounds for these claims while clarifying they do not replace other existing malpractice claims under Wisconsin law. It applies to cases arising after the bill's effective date.

failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 1011: Relating to: recovery of noneconomic damages in medical malpractice cases.

AB 1011 raises the cap on total noneconomic damages (such as pain, suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life) in medical malpractice cases from $750,000 to $3,000,000 per incident. This directly affects patients who win malpractice lawsuits and healthcare providers or insurers who pay these damages. The bill amends statutes to set this new $3 million limit for all claims against health care providers or their employees for negligence occurring on or after April 6, 2006. It also updates the legislative findings to state that this amount balances victim compensation with maintaining affordable healthcare access. The bill does not change limits for economic damages (like medical costs) or alter liability rules.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SJR 125: Relating to: the life and public service of George Meyer.

SJR 125 is a commemorative resolution honoring George Meyer, a former Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) secretary and conservation leader, for his decades of service protecting waterways, advancing tribal treaty rights, and expanding state land conservation. It was adopted by the Wisconsin Legislature to recognize his legacy following his death in 2025, citing his work on wetland regulations, mercury emissions rules, and land acquisitions during his DNR tenure (1993-2001). The resolution does not create new laws or policies but formally expresses legislative gratitude for his contributions to Wisconsin's environmental stewardship.

passed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SJR 132: Relating to: designating the month of February 2026 as Career and Technical Education Month in Wisconsin.

SJR 132 is a symbolic resolution designating February 2026 as "Career and Technical Education Month" in Wisconsin. It recognizes the value of career and technical education (CTE) programs by highlighting their role in preparing students for careers, with supporting data on high graduate employment rates (92%) and median salaries ($55,636 for certificates, $60,003 for associate degrees). The resolution has no binding effect or new funding - it simply encourages public awareness of CTE benefits. It affects all Wisconsinites by promoting statewide recognition of CTE opportunities, but does not alter existing programs or policies. (Note: This is a procedural resolution, not a bill with policy changes.)