Wisconsin Bills

failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 893: Relating to: grants for regional biodigesters, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)

AB 893 creates a $250,000 annual grant program from the environmental fund to support planning for regional biodigesters. These facilities convert organic waste (like food scraps or farm byproducts) into energy, primarily benefiting agricultural and waste management projects. The bill authorizes the Department of Agriculture to administer the grants and develop rules for their use. It does not fund construction but focuses on initial planning phases for new biodigester facilities.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Energy ✓ Environment

failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 889: Relating to: creating the Wisconsin Climate Corps program, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)

AB 889 establishes the Wisconsin Climate Corps program to create climate-focused job opportunities for workers aged 16-30, with at least 50% from underserved communities. The program funds projects like restoring natural lands, weatherizing homes for energy efficiency, and building community gardens, administered by a board overseeing contracts with nonprofit managers. Key requirements include paying workers $15/hour, providing housing stipends ($100/week), and gold-level health insurance. Sponsors (local governments, tribes, or nonprofits) must submit annual reports, and completed projects require permanent plaques identifying them as Wisconsin Climate Corps initiatives. The bill appropriates state funds for grants to approved projects under this framework.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Energy ✓ Environment ✓ Healthcare ✓ Housing ✓ Labor & Employment

failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 895: Relating to: sentencing for crimes committed by a person who is under the age of 18.

AB 895 modifies sentencing and parole procedures for individuals under 18 convicted of crimes. It requires courts to consider youth-specific mitigating factors and relevant information when determining eligibility for release to extended supervision or parole. The bill creates new provisions (e.g., § 302.114(5)(cs), § 304.06(1)(bc)) that apply specifically to "youthful offenders" as defined in § 973.014(3)(a). These changes directly affect minors in the state’s criminal justice system by mandating more individualized review of their cases during sentencing and parole decisions.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 896: Relating to: local governmental consultation related to federal refugee resettlement and assistance. (FE)

AB 896 requires local governments (cities, towns, counties, school districts) to coordinate with federal refugee resettlement programs. If federal authorities or a private agency contact a local official about placing refugees, the official must report this within 7 business days to their chief elected official. Within 30 days, the local government must appoint a designee to consult with federal agencies, form a county committee for discussion, and hold a public hearing before making a recommendation on refugee placement. This bill establishes a structured process for local input on federal refugee resettlement plans, affecting all local governments within a 100-mile radius of the initial contact.

Topics ✓ Immigration

failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 882: Relating to: sentencing for crimes committed by a person who is under the age of 18.

SB 882 amends Wisconsin sentencing laws to specifically address individuals under 18 convicted of crimes. It requires courts to consider designated mitigating factors and relevant information (such as youth-related circumstances) when determining release eligibility for "youthful offenders" under sections 973.014 and 973.018. The bill creates new procedural requirements for parole commissions, including mandatory consideration of these factors and written reasons for denials with reconsideration timelines. These changes apply to juvenile offenders sentenced under the specified statutes, focusing on release decisions rather than sentencing ranges.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

passed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 875: Relating to: identification of the Platteville Veteran’s Memorial on state highway maps. (FE)

SB 875 requires Wisconsin state highway maps to specifically identify the Platteville Veteran’s Memorial located in Grant County. This procedural bill adds a permanent reference to the memorial's location in state statute (84.02 (5) (d) 2. r.), ensuring it appears on all future official highway maps published after the law takes effect. The bill directly affects state transportation mapmakers and users who rely on these maps for navigation. It makes no policy changes but formally documents the memorial’s location for public reference.

failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 888: Relating to: green jobs training program grants, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and making an appropriation.

AB 888 creates a new state-funded program providing $1.5 million annually in grants to public or private organizations for training workers in green jobs. Green jobs are defined as roles in renewable energy (like solar/wind) or environmental services that conserve resources or benefit the environment. Organizations receiving grants must provide matching funds, and the Department of Workforce Development will track outcomes like employment rates and wage changes for participants. The funding comes from the state's workforce development budget and requires annual reporting on program impact.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Energy ✓ Environment ✓ Labor & Employment

failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 887: Relating to: identification of the Platteville Veteran’s Memorial on state highway maps. (FE)

AB 887 adds the Platteville Veteran's Memorial in Grant County to official Wisconsin state highway maps. The bill requires the memorial's location to be marked on all future highway maps published after the law takes effect. This is a procedural change that directly affects how the memorial is identified on public transportation maps, with no financial or policy impact beyond map notation.

Topics ✓ Veterans

failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 891: Relating to: eliminating personal conviction exemption from immunizations.

AB 891 eliminates the "personal conviction" exemption from school immunization requirements in Wisconsin. It directly affects students attending public or private schools, child care centers, and nurseries, as well as their parents or guardians. The bill amends statutes (49.155 and 252.04) to restrict immunization waivers solely to health or religious reasons, removing the option for parents to cite personal beliefs as a justification. Schools must now inform families of this limited waiver process when notifying them about immunization requirements. This is a concrete policy change to narrow exemptions, not a procedural or commemorative measure.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 878: Relating to: grants for regional biodigesters, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)

SB 878 creates a new grant program to fund planning for regional biodigesters, which convert organic waste into renewable energy. It allocates $250,000 annually from the environmental fund for planning grants, specifically for establishing these facilities. The Department of Agriculture would administer the grants and develop rules for the program. This bill directly affects entities seeking to develop regional biodigester infrastructure, providing funding for initial planning stages. The legislation focuses on creating a structured process for grant distribution without specifying recipient eligibility.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Energy ✓ Environment

failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 842: Relating to: remote dispensing sites under the pharmacy practice law.

This bill creates a new regulatory category for pharmacies operating without a pharmacist physically present ("remote dispensing sites" or "remotely supervised pharmacies"). It allows the pharmacy board to establish specific rules for these sites, potentially exempting them from standard pharmacy requirements that apply to traditional locations. The law clarifies that such sites will not be classified as community or institutional pharmacies under existing rules. These changes streamline oversight for remote pharmacy operations while maintaining separate regulatory treatment.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AJR 130: Relating to: recognizing January 27, 2026, as International Holocaust Remembrance Day.

AJR 130 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing January 27, 2026, as International Holocaust Remembrance Day in Wisconsin. It formally acknowledges the 82nd anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz and commemorates the six million Jewish victims and millions of others persecuted during the Holocaust. The resolution encourages Wisconsin residents to engage in educational activities about the Holocaust and the ongoing fight against antisemitism, hatred, and discrimination. It reaffirms the state's commitment to honoring Holocaust survivors and ensuring their legacy endures for future generations. (Note: This is a procedural resolution with no binding policy changes.)

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