Rep. Amanda Nedweski

Maddy summaryAB 832 requires schools to implement human trafficking and sextortion prevention education in health classes for students in grades 6-8 and 9-12 starting in the 2026-27 school year. It mandates that teachers receive training to identify children at risk of trafficking (under s. 948.051) or sextortion - defined as threatening to release explicit content unless victims send money or more content. The bill directs the Department of Children and Families and Department of Justice to create a list of age-appropriate training courses for educators. This affects all public school districts, teachers, and students in the specified grade ranges, with curriculum content aligned to the recommended training courses. The law takes effect for the 2026-27 school year.

Maddy summaryAJR 127 is a proposed constitutional amendment that would prohibit the governor from using a partial veto to create or increase any tax or fee. If approved by voters, it would amend the state constitution to restrict the governor's partial veto power specifically regarding tax or fee increases. This change would directly affect the governor's authority when reviewing budget bills containing tax or fee provisions. The amendment is currently moving toward a voter referendum in November 2026, following legislative approval. It does not change current law but would require voter ratification to become effective.

Maddy summaryAJR 129 is a symbolic resolution designating February 6 as "Ronald Reagan Day" in Wisconsin. It does not create new laws or affect specific groups; instead, it urges Wisconsin citizens to recognize this day in observance of Ronald Reagan's birthday (February 6, 1911). The resolution highlights Reagan's roles as a governor, president, and his historical impact, including economic policies and Cold War contributions. As a commemorative measure, it has no binding effect beyond encouraging public acknowledgment of Reagan's legacy.

Maddy summaryAB 840 regulates data centers in the state by requiring specific operational and environmental standards. It mandates that data centers use closed-loop cooling systems (recycling water instead of using fresh water) and report annual water usage to the department. The bill also requires renewable energy facilities serving data centers to be located on-site and prohibits utility customers from paying for data center infrastructure costs. Additionally, operators must provide financial bonds for construction and restore land if projects are abandoned. These provisions directly affect all data center operators and developers in the state.

Maddy summaryAB 948 requires Wisconsin public school boards to adopt policies by July 1, 2027, prohibiting students from using personal wireless devices (like cell phones, tablets, and laptops) during the entire school day - including instruction, recess, transitions, and lunch - except for specific exceptions. These exceptions include emergencies, health management, accommodations under IEPs or 504 plans, and teacher-approved educational use. Schools must annually provide students with a copy of the policy and submit it to the Department of Justice by October 1, 2027, with annual updates thereafter. The bill affects all public school students and boards in Wisconsin, taking effect July 1, 2027.

Maddy summaryAB 908 requires state agencies to improve how they deliver public services (like tax filings or business licensing) by creating new standards for accessibility, efficiency, and customer feedback. It mandates agencies to designate a lead official to develop implementation plans, collect public input, and measure service quality using metrics like wait times and ease of access. The Secretary of State must appoint a coordinator to oversee cross-agency efforts and establish guidelines for service delivery channels (in-person, digital, phone, etc.). Annual reports to the legislature will track progress on these improvements.

Maddy summaryAB 909 creates a joint legislative steering committee to conduct a state-wide study of data sharing practices across government agencies. The committee will hire an external firm to assess current data management systems, identify barriers to efficient data sharing, and recommend improvements like standardized frameworks or an enterprise data office. The study must evaluate best practices from other states and identify high-value use cases for better data collaboration. The committee must submit its final report with recommendations by December 31, 2026, to the legislature. This bill focuses on improving internal government efficiency through data standardization, not on direct policy changes affecting the public.

Maddy summaryAB 965 prohibits operators of AI chatbots designed to simulate ongoing, humanlike relationships with children (under 18 in the state) from making them available without specific safety measures. The bill requires these "companion chatbots" to avoid encouraging self-harm, illegal activity, sexual content, or prioritizing a child’s feelings over safety, while excluding standard customer service tools. Violations could result in civil penalties up to $25,000 per day or private lawsuits by affected children or parents for damages. The law takes effect after January 1, 2027, with a transition period for operators unaware a user is a child.

Maddy summaryAB 767 requires Wisconsin's retirement systems (including the Wisconsin Retirement System and Milwaukee's city/county systems) to vote on shareholder proposals based solely on the financial returns for participants, not social or environmental goals. It prohibits voting to advance environmental, social, or governance objectives unless an economic analysis proves it benefits participants financially. The bill also restricts how retirement boards use proxy advisory firms, mandating that their recommendations must align with the sole economic interest of participants and banning recommendations based on prior shareholder support or non-financial criteria. These rules apply to all voting on shareholder proposals, including executive compensation votes.

Maddy summaryAB 806 modifies Wisconsin law to clarify parental access to minors' health and court records. It generally grants parents access to their minor child's records but allows minors aged 14 or older to block access by submitting a written objection to the records custodian. The bill also explicitly denies access rights to parents who have been denied physical placement due to child protection cases (e.g., under § 48.13 for parental actions causing harm). These changes apply to health care records under statutes § 146.82 and § 146.83. The bill is currently pending in the Health, Aging and Long-Term Care Committee.