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failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AJR 26: Relating to: honoring the life and public service of Senator Timothy Francis Cullen.

Assembly Joint Resolution 26 is a commemorative resolution introduced by the Wisconsin Legislature. It honors the life and public service of the late Senator Timothy Francis Cullen, recognizing his contributions as a public servant, including his time in the State Senate, as an ombudsman, and in various community roles.
Alex Joers (D) Tara Johnson (D) Mike Bare (D) Christine Sinicki (D) Lee Snodgrass (D)
failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 61: Relating to: excluding expenditures funded by referenda from shared costs for the purpose of determining equalization aid for school districts. (FE)

SB 61 modifies how Wisconsin school districts calculate their "shared costs" for determining state equalization aid. It creates a new provision (121.07(6)(ap)) that excludes debt service from referenda-approved borrowing (over $50 million) from these costs, but only if the district's equalized valuation exceeded a specific threshold. This directly affects school districts that use referendum funds to finance large capital projects or debt, preventing those costs from reducing their state aid. The change applies to districts that borrowed via referendum after the bill's effective date and met the valuation condition.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExcludes referendum debt service from shared costs, preserving state equalization aid for school districts by preventing aid reduction. Directly strengthens fiscal support for public education funding.92% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationExcludes referendum debt service from shared costs, preserving state equalization aid for school districts, thereby increasing available funding for educational purposes.92% confidence
Steve Nass (R) Julian Bradley (R)
failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 144: Relating to: eliminating a judgeship from district IV of the court of appeals and establishing an additional judgeship for district III of the court of appeals.

Senate Bill 144 proposes to reallocate judgeships within the state's court of appeals. It eliminates one judgeship from District IV of the court of appeals, effective July 31, 2026, upon the expiration of the current term. Concurrently, the bill establishes an additional judgeship for District III, increasing its total to four judges. The initial election for this new District III position would take place in spring 2026, with the term beginning on August 1, 2026.
Eric Wimberger (R)
failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 84: Relating to: prostitution crime surcharge and making an appropriation. (FE)

Assembly Bill 84 establishes a new "prostitution crime surcharge" for individuals convicted of or placed on probation for certain prostitution-related offenses. If passed, courts would be required to impose a $5,000 surcharge in these cases. Funds collected from this surcharge would be divided equally: half would support treatment and services for sex-trafficking victims, and the other half would fund criminal investigative operations and law enforcement efforts against Internet crimes against children.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates new $5,000 surcharge (tax) to fund victim services and law enforcement, directly allocating funds through fiscal mechanism.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeFunds sex-trafficking victim services and law enforcement operations, aligning with criminal justice reform indicators like victim support and targeted enforcement.85% confidence
Barbara Dittrich (R) Scott Allen (R) Joe Sheehan (D) Jeff Mursau (R) Jim Piwowarczyk (R)
failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 72: Relating to: ratification of the Driver License Compact. (FE)

Assembly Bill 72 (AB 72) proposes that the state join the Driver License Compact, an agreement among states to share information about driving offenses. This directly affects drivers who operate vehicles in different states and the state's motor vehicle licensing authority. Under this compact, states would report convictions for motor vehicle violations to a driver's home state. The home state would then apply its own laws regarding license suspension, revocation, or limitation, giving the same effect to certain serious out-of-state offenses (like DUI or vehicular manslaughter) as if they occurred within its borders. Additionally, it would prevent individuals with suspended or revoked licenses from another compact state from obtaining a new license until the original suspension or revocation period has ended.
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by enabling cross-state enforcement of driving violations through the Driver License Compact, ensuring consistent license penalties for offenders.90% confidence
Barbara Dittrich (R) Alex Joers (D) Mike Bare (D) Clint Moses (R) Rick Gundrum (R)
failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 150: Relating to: requiring the legislature to convene an extraordinary session if an executive order of the president of the United States freezes federal aid to the state.

This bill requires the state legislature to convene an extraordinary session if a U.S. President issues an executive order freezing federal aid to the state. This affects state agencies, local governments, and nonprofit organizations that receive federal funding. During the extraordinary session, the legislature would consider a bill to estimate the amounts of federal aid lost by these entities. The bill would then provide payments from the state's budget stabilization fund to offset these losses, prioritizing essential services. It also includes provisions for the budget stabilization fund to be reimbursed if the state later receives the previously frozen federal aid.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesUses state budget stabilization fund to offset federal aid losses, promoting fiscal responsibility in budget management.90% confidence
Karen Kirsch (D) Alex Joers (D) Francesca Hong (D) Tara Johnson (D) Mike Bare (D)
failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 120: Relating to: positions for the Office of School Safety. (FE)

AB 120 proposes to increase the staffing of the Office of School Safety, which operates under the Department of Justice. The bill authorizes an additional 14.2 full-time equivalent (FTE) positions for the department. These new positions, funded by general purpose revenue, would become effective on October 1, 2025. The stated purpose of this increase is to support and enhance school safety initiatives.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesFunds 14.2 new positions for school safety via general revenue, increasing public safety program spending under state budget.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill increases school safety staffing (14.2 FTEs) to enhance school safety initiatives, directly supporting K-12 educational environment and student safety as part of education policy.95% confidence
Barbara Dittrich (R) Alex Joers (D) Tara Johnson (D) Rick Gundrum (R) Chanz Green (R)
failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AJR 7: Relating to: proclaiming February 4, 2025, as Transit Equity Day.

Assembly Joint Resolution 7 (AJR 7) designates February 4, 2025, as Transit Equity Day in Wisconsin. This joint resolution aims to recognize the importance of equitable access to public transit for all residents, including people of color, economically disadvantaged individuals, and those with disabilities.
Karen Kirsch (D) Alex Joers (D) Francesca Hong (D) Tara Johnson (D) Mike Bare (D)
failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 154: Relating to: requiring the Department of Health Services to seek any necessary waiver to prohibit the purchase of candy or soft drinks with FoodShare benefits. (FE)

Senate Bill 154 requires the Department of Health Services (DHS) to request a waiver from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. This waiver aims to prohibit the use of FoodShare benefits, also known as the federal food stamp program, for purchasing candy or soft drinks. If the waiver is granted, individuals receiving FoodShare benefits would no longer be able to use them to buy these specific items. The bill mandates that DHS continue to submit this waiver request annually until it is approved.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRestricts FoodShare use for unhealthy items to promote healthier diets, aligning with public health goals in healthcare policy.85% confidence
Steve Nass (R) Cory Tomczyk (R) Rachael Cabral-Guevara (R) Chris Kapenga (R)
failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 234: Relating to: posting the child abuse and neglect reporting hotline in school buildings. (FE)

Senate Bill 234 requires school boards, certain charter schools, and private schools participating in specific programs to post a sign in each school building. This sign must be placed in a conspicuous public area. It will display the telephone number for the local agency responsible for receiving and investigating child abuse and neglect reports.
André Jacque (R)
failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AJR 42: Relating to: an advisory referendum on an amendment to the U.S. Constitution.

Assembly Joint Resolution 42 (AJR 42) proposes an advisory referendum for Wisconsin voters at the general election in November 2026. This referendum asks voters if Wisconsin's congressional delegation should support, and the state Legislature should ratify, an amendment to the U.S. Constitution. The proposed amendment would state that only human beings have constitutional rights, not corporations or other artificial entities. It would also declare that money is not speech, allowing for limitations on political contributions and spending.
Karen Kirsch (D) Maureen McCarville (D) Alex Joers (D) Francesca Hong (D) Tara Johnson (D)
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