Sen. Mark Spreitzer

Maddy summarySenate Bill 119 proposes to increase the staffing for the Department of Justice's Office of School Safety. The bill authorizes an additional 14.2 full-time equivalent (FTE) positions for the department. These new positions, funded by general purpose revenue, are specifically intended to support and enhance school safety initiatives. The increase in staff is scheduled to take effect on October 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis bill, SB 149, requires the state legislature to convene an extraordinary session if a U.S. President issues an executive order that freezes federal aid previously authorized for the state. During this session, a bill would be drafted to estimate the amounts of federal aid lost by state agencies, eligible local governmental units (like school districts), and eligible nonprofit organizations. It would then provide payments from the state's budget stabilization fund to these entities to offset the estimated losses, prioritizing essential services. The bill also includes provisions for reimbursing the budget stabilization fund if the state later receives the frozen federal aid.

Maddy summarySenate Joint Resolution 8 (SJR 8) proclaims February 4, 2025, as Transit Equity Day in Wisconsin. This resolution officially designates the day to acknowledge the importance of equitable access to public transit for all residents.

Maddy summarySenate Joint Resolution 41 is a commemorative resolution recognizing the 50th anniversary of the conclusion of the Vietnam War, the Secret War in Laos, and the Fall of Phnom Penh in Cambodia. It honors the strength, resilience, and contributions of Hmong, Lao, Cambodian, and Vietnamese communities, particularly those who resettled in Wisconsin.

Maddy summarySenate Joint Resolution 46 honors the distinguished life and public service of Representative Frederick P. Kessler, recognizing his extensive career in the Wisconsin State Assembly and as a Milwaukee County judge. The resolution acknowledges his contributions to areas such as language immersion schools, redistricting reform, and civil rights, and directs that a copy be provided to his family.

Maddy summarySenate Joint Resolution 47 is a commemorative resolution that recognizes Tuesday, March 25, 2025, as Equal Pay Day in Wisconsin. This resolution acknowledges the ongoing efforts to achieve pay equity for all working women in the state.

Maddy summarySenate Joint Resolution 40 (SJR 40) is a procedural bill that formally recognizes Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month. It acknowledges the significant contributions of Asians, Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders to the history and diversity of Wisconsin and the United States.

Maddy summaryThis joint resolution proclaims May 2025 and May 2026 as Jewish American Heritage Months in Wisconsin. It officially recognizes the historical contributions of Jewish Americans to the state and nation's civic, social, economic, and cultural life.

Maddy summarySJR 33 is a Senate Joint Resolution that declares an "Economic Justice Bill of Rights" for the people of Wisconsin. This resolution outlines ten fundamental rights, including the right to a job that pays a living wage, adequately funded public education, affordable healthcare, and a clean and sustainable environment. It serves as a legislative declaration affirming these principles for all Wisconsinites, regardless of background.

Maddy summarySB 39 proposes the establishment of a Palliative Care Council. This council would likely address matters related to palliative care services, which aim to provide comfort and support for patients with serious illnesses. An amendment to the bill details the required composition of the council's physician members. Specifically, it mandates that five physicians serve on the council, including two palliative care physicians (one specializing in pediatric palliative care) and two primary care physicians.