Rep. Calvin Callahan

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) adopted by the Wisconsin Assembly to honor Irish heritage. It formally expresses the Assembly's appreciation for Irish descendants in Wisconsin and their cultural contributions, specifically joining in the celebration of Saint Patrick's Day on March 17, 2025. The resolution acknowledges historical Irish immigration, military service (including the 17th Wisconsin Infantry), and the current Irish-American population in the state. It has no binding effect or policy changes - it is purely symbolic recognition. The resolution was adopted by the Assembly on March 13, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Wisconsin laws regarding when deer baiting is prohibited in counties where chronic wasting disease or bovine tuberculosis has been found. It requires that bans on baiting be based only on confirmed cases in free-roaming animals and limits how long these bans can last. Specifically, baiting restrictions cannot extend more than three years after a positive test in a county where the disease was found, or more than two years in counties within 10 miles of such a case. These changes aim to clarify the criteria for enforcing deer baiting rules while setting specific time limits on those restrictions.

Maddy summaryThis bill would have required public schools and private schools in Wisconsin to label their athletic teams and sports as male, female, or mixed-sex based on the sex assigned at birth. It prohibited students from participating in sports designated for the opposite sex and mandated written notice to students and parents if a team's designation changed. The legislation also established legal rights for female students to sue schools for damages if they were denied participation or faced retaliation for reporting violations. Although the bill passed the legislature, the governor vetoed it, and the state legislature did not override that veto.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits University of Wisconsin System institutions and technical colleges from requiring individuals or groups to pledge allegiance to specific political ideologies, including statements on diversity, equity, and inclusion, as a condition for admission, funding, or employment. It mandates that these institutions publicly post all training materials and policies related to nondiscrimination and bias to ensure transparency. Additionally, the legislation establishes strict penalties for violations, including mandatory unpaid leave and termination for employees who enforce such pledges, while allowing individuals to sue institutions for damages or reinstatement if their rights are infringed. Although the bill passed the legislature, it was vetoed by the Governor and ultimately failed to become law.

Maddy summaryThis Wisconsin bill proposes to lower individual income tax rates for residents in the third tax bracket while simultaneously expanding the retirement income subtraction available to retirees. The legislation would allow more retirees to exclude a larger portion of their pension and retirement account withdrawals from state taxable income, with specific provisions added for those who are permanently and totally disabled. Although the bill passed the legislature, it was vetoed by the Governor and ultimately failed to become law.

Maddy summaryThis Wisconsin bill prohibits health care providers from performing gender-affirming surgeries, administering puberty-blocking drugs, or prescribing high-dose hormones to minors under 18. The law specifically bans procedures intended to change a minor's body to match a sex different from their biological sex, with exceptions only for treating medically verifiable genetic disorders or life-threatening conditions. If a provider violates these rules, the state medical board must investigate and can revoke their license without the possibility of reinstatement. Additionally, the bill prevents courts from issuing injunctions to stop the enforcement of these medical restrictions.

Maddy summaryThis bill would have allowed students at Wisconsin public colleges and universities to request a waiver from mandatory immunization requirements based on health, religious, or personal conviction reasons. Under the proposed law, institutions could not require students to explain or justify their objection to vaccines, and schools receiving public funds would have to inform applicants of their right to request such a waiver. Although the legislation was passed by the legislature, the Governor vetoed it, preventing it from becoming law.

Maddy summaryThis bill, which was ultimately vetoed by the Governor, would have changed how deer hunting is regulated in Wisconsin's northern forest zone. It prohibited the state from allowing seasons where only antlerless deer could be hunted and banned the issuance of special permits to kill antlerless deer, with one specific exception for hunters under 16. The legislation also limited individuals to holding only one permit for killing antlered deer per season and allowed those who did not use their bow or crossbow permits to use them during the other type of season. Because the bill was vetoed, these regulatory changes were not enacted.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes specific rights for parents and guardians regarding their children's upbringing, education, and healthcare, while creating a legal cause of action for violations of these rights. It requires schools to notify parents about controversial subjects taught in classrooms, such as gender identity or systemic racism, and grants parents the ability to opt their children out of related classes based on religious or personal convictions. Additionally, the legislation mandates that parents be informed about disciplinary actions, medical records, and school security systems, and it allows them to file complaints with school boards or sue for up to $10,000 if they believe their rights have been infringed. The law explicitly states that these provisions do not override existing court orders or authorize parents to neglect or abuse their children.