Rep. Sylvia Ortiz-Velez

Maddy summaryAB 52 expands the homestead income tax credit for homeowners with low to moderate income. It establishes new income-based limits: households earning $8,060 or less get credit covering 80% of property taxes, while higher earners get credit on taxes exceeding 5.614% of income over $8,060. The credit is unavailable if household income exceeds $35,000. The law also adds automatic inflation adjustments to these thresholds starting in 2026.

Maddy summaryAB 125 designates February 18 as a special observance day in Wisconsin public schools to honor Vel R. Phillips' birthday. The bill adds this date to school calendar requirements, directing schools to recognize Vel R. Phillips' contributions during the school year following the law's effective date. This applies directly to all Wisconsin public schools.

Maddy summaryAJR 9 is a Wisconsin Assembly Joint Resolution honoring Bob Uecker, the longtime Milwaukee Brewers radio broadcaster and entertainer, for his 69-year career in baseball. The resolution recognizes his contributions as a broadcaster, actor (including "Mr. Belvedere" and "Major League"), philanthropist, and community figure, citing his 54-year tenure with the Brewers and his cultural impact. It does not create new laws or affect any policies - it is a symbolic tribute passed by the Wisconsin Legislature to memorialize his legacy. The resolution extends condolences to his family and acknowledges his widespread influence on baseball fans and Wisconsin.

Maddy summaryAJR 15 is a symbolic resolution proclaiming March 26, 2025, as "Purple Day for epilepsy" in Wisconsin. It asks Wisconsinites to wear purple and encourages communities, schools, government agencies, and businesses to promote epilepsy awareness through education. The resolution highlights that epilepsy affects hundreds of thousands of people and aims to improve public understanding of the condition. This is a ceremonial gesture with no new legal requirements, focused solely on raising awareness.

Maddy summaryAJR 21 is a procedural bill that designates April 2025 and April 2026 as Testicular Cancer Awareness Month in Wisconsin. This resolution aims to raise awareness about testicular cancer, which is common among young men.

Maddy summaryAssembly Joint Resolution 24 expresses the Wisconsin Legislature's support for strengthening its relationship with Taiwan. The resolution reaffirms the existing sister-state ties between Wisconsin and Taiwan and reiterates support for the federal Taiwan Relations Act. It also endorses Taiwan's pursuit of a Bilateral Trade Agreement with the United States to foster closer economic partnerships. Furthermore, the resolution advocates for Taiwan's increased participation in international organizations that impact its people's well-being.

Maddy summaryAJR 20 is a joint resolution that proclaims the week of April 28 to May 2, 2025, as School Nutrition Professionals Appreciation Week. It recognizes the contributions of school nutrition professionals in Wisconsin and encourages the public to show gratitude for their work.

Maddy summaryThis joint resolution commends the IBS Patient Support Group for recognizing April 17-19, 2025, as "World IBS Days." It encourages Wisconsin residents to support and participate in organizations and events that raise awareness of Irritable Bowel Syndrome.

Maddy summaryAssembly Bill 215 (AB 215) modifies current law regarding name change petitions. The bill eliminates the requirement for individuals to publicly publish their name change petition if the change is sought to conform with the petitioner's gender identity. This creates an additional circumstance under which a name change petition can remain confidential. The bill directly affects individuals seeking to align their legal name with their gender identity by offering them greater privacy in this process.

Maddy summaryAssembly Joint Resolution 27 is a resolution passed by the Wisconsin State Legislature condemning the pardons and sentence commutations granted to individuals involved in the violent attack on law enforcement officers at the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. The resolution affirms the legislature's belief that those found guilty of violent assaults against law enforcement should be held accountable for their actions.