Maddy summarySB 651 prohibits telecommunications providers in Wisconsin from using critical infrastructure equipment made by "foreign adversaries" (as defined by federal law) or equipment banned by the federal government under 47 USC 1601. It directly affects telecom providers, requiring them to remove existing prohibited equipment by a specified date and cease purchasing such equipment going forward. The bill mandates annual certification of compliance, public reporting of equipment locations and replacement plans, and requires the Public Service Commission to publish a public map and annual report to the legislature. These provisions align with federal actions under the Secure and Trusted Communications Networks Act (47 USC 1601 et seq.) to address national security risks in telecommunications infrastructure.
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Maddy summarySB 665 requires the state wildlife department to establish a specific statewide population goal for wolves when they are not listed as endangered under federal or state law. This goal would guide the department's management plan, which must allow regulated hunting and trapping of wolves. The bill mandates that the department issue licenses to limit the number of hunters, trappers, and wolves taken. It directly affects the department's authority to manage wolf populations and hunting regulations. The bill does not set a specific numerical target but requires the department to define and implement a population goal as part of its management plan.
Maddy summarySB 662 requires gas stations in Wisconsin to display a sticker on every fuel pump showing the current federal and state gas tax rates in cents per gallon for both gasoline and diesel. The sticker, mandated to be at least 3.5 inches square, must be placed prominently on the pump face by inspectors during routine checks and updated whenever tax rates change. This affects gas station operators (who are protected from liability for applying the sticker) and directly informs consumers about the tax components of their fuel prices. The law takes effect July 1, 2026.
Maddy summarySB 648 prohibits Wisconsin state agencies from contracting with business entities tied to certain foreign governments designated as adversaries (like the People’s Republic of China or its government entities). It requires contractors to certify they are not prohibited entities and that their goods/services don’t originate from such entities, with state agencies relying on these certifications. Violations trigger penalties including fines up to $250,000 or twice the contract value, plus a 5-year ban on state contracts. Exceptions exist if goods/services are unavailable elsewhere and approved by the Department of Administration.
Maddy summarySB 331 updates rules for operating all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and utility terrain vehicles (UTVs) by creating new definitions for specific vehicle types, including "dune buggies" and emergency-use vehicles operated by public safety agencies. The bill requires ATVs to have one headlight and tail light (with lights on), UTVs to have two of each with specified visibility standards (200 feet for headlights, 500 feet for tail lights), and mandates functional brakes for all vehicles. It also prohibits modifications that exceed width limits (except on private property) and adds a requirement for operators to render aid after accidents.
Maddy summarySB 395 creates a new process for certified alternative telecommunications providers to request reduced regulatory requirements. These providers can ask the commission to exempt them from most state telecom regulations, keeping only specific provisions like basic service requirements (e.g., Section 196.503) and certain wholesale service rules. The bill repeals Section 196.503 entirely and modifies recertification procedures to allow providers to choose which regulations apply. This directly affects alternative telecom utilities seeking a streamlined regulatory framework under current law.
Maddy summaryThis law requires all marked police vehicles to display blue lights on the passenger side (roof or interior) and red lights on the driver side, with all lights designed to be clearly visible from 500 feet in daylight or darkness. It also restricts when officers may use warning lights - only during emergencies, pursuits, fire responses, or when parked hazardously - and prohibits use otherwise. The bill, now effective as Wisconsin Act 39 (signed November 2025), directly affects all law enforcement agencies operating police vehicles in Wisconsin.
Maddy summarySB 264 requires health insurance plans and the Medical Assistance program to cover specific breast cancer screenings without out-of-pocket costs for enrollees. It defines two key types of screenings: "diagnostic breast examinations" (used to evaluate symptoms or abnormalities, like mammograms) and "supplemental breast screening examinations" (for high-risk individuals without symptoms, using MRI or ultrasound). The bill prohibits cost-sharing (such as copays) for all diagnostic screenings and for the first supplemental screening per year, while allowing limited cost-sharing for additional supplemental screenings in the same year. This directly affects individuals with health insurance or Medical Assistance who require these screenings, particularly those at higher risk for breast cancer.
Maddy summarySB 692 would add carfentanil - a powerful opioid used in veterinary medicine but dangerous to humans - to Wisconsin's list of controlled substances under the Uniform Controlled Substances Act. This change directly affects individuals who possess, distribute, or use carfentanil without authorization, subjecting them to existing penalties for controlled substance violations. The bill modifies the statute by renumbering the section that lists carfentanil as a Schedule I controlled substance, aligning it with other opioids. The measure is pending in the Senate Committee on Mental Health, Substance Abuse Prevention, Children and Families after being introduced in December 2025.
Maddy summarySB 620 requires sex offenders on parole or extended supervision who cannot provide an address to notify the department within 24 hours of becoming unable to do so. It also mandates that the department use location tracking technology (passive positioning systems) for these individuals if they fail to provide an address as required under existing registration rules. The bill directly affects sex offenders subject to registration who lose the ability to provide a stable address. Key mechanisms include the 24-hour notification deadline and automatic departmental implementation of tracking when address information is unavailable. The policy change ensures continuous monitoring of this specific group to maintain public safety oversight.