Sen. Rob Hutton

Maddy summarySB 750 modifies technical college admission rules to allow district boards to reserve program spaces for two specific groups. First, it permits districts to prioritize students facing special circumstances like hardship, school-to-work program participation, or enrollment diversity through approved policies. Second, it enables districts to reserve spaces for students in protective services programs (e.g., law enforcement, firefighting, or emergency medical training). These policies require board approval but do not override existing rules for resident/non-resident admissions. The bill directly affects technical colleges and students applying to these targeted programs.

Maddy summarySB 117 requires public and participating private schools to designate all athletic teams based solely on the sex assigned at birth (as recorded on a birth certificate), labeling them as "males" or "females." It prohibits students designated as male from participating on female-designated teams or using female-designated facilities like locker rooms. The bill allows female-identified students to sue schools for violations of these rules and creates legal protections against retaliation for reporting such violations. This directly affects school athletic programs and students participating in sports, particularly those whose gender identity differs from their sex assigned at birth.

Maddy summarySB 116 requires University of Wisconsin and technical college athletic programs to designate intercollegiate or club sports teams as "male" or "female" based solely on the sex assigned at birth (per birth certificate). It prohibits students assigned male at birth from participating on women's teams or using women's locker rooms. The bill allows female students to sue institutions for violations denying participation or causing harm, and permits institutions to sue organizations penalizing them for compliance. This law applies to all affected athletic teams starting in the first semester after its effective date.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 4 congratulates the Wisconsin Lutheran Boys Basketball team on winning their 2025 Division 1 State Basketball Championship. This resolution formally commends the team and its supporting staff for their achievement and successful season.

Maddy summarySJR 44 is a procedural resolution that congratulates the Wauwatosa East Girls Basketball Team on winning their 2025 Division II State Basketball Championship.

Maddy summarySenate Joint Resolution 43 is a commemorative resolution that officially congratulates the Wauwatosa West Boys Basketball Team and Coach Christopher Newbauer for winning the 2025 Division II State Basketball Championship. The resolution commends the team for their achievement and successful season.

Maddy summarySJR 52 is a ceremonial resolution that formally congratulates the Wisconsin Lutheran High School Boys Basketball team for winning the 2025 Division 1 WIAA State Championship. It recognizes their victory over Marshfield, their defense of the title after moving divisions, and their teamwork and perseverance throughout the season. The resolution, adopted by the Wisconsin State Legislature in May 2025, has no legal effect or policy impact - it solely serves as a symbolic honor for the team, coaches, and school. This type of resolution does not affect any laws, regulations, or individuals beyond expressing legislative commendation.

Maddy summarySB 93 requires state departments to recommend revoking extended supervision, parole, or probation when a person under those programs is charged with a crime. It directly affects individuals supervised by the department after release from incarceration. The bill mandates this recommendation as a standard step in the process, without altering the existing revocation procedures or hearing requirements. The change applies to criminal charges filed on or after the bill's effective date.

Maddy summarySB 242 sets a maximum ratio of one journeyworker (skilled tradesperson) for every two apprentices in apprenticeship programs and contracts. It prohibits state agencies from requiring a stricter ratio (e.g., more journeyworkers per apprentice) through rules, program approvals, or contracts. The bill directly affects apprenticeship programs, contractors, and unions operating under collective bargaining agreements. It takes effect when existing collective bargaining agreements expire or are renewed, modifying how these agreements must align with the new ratio standard.

Maddy summarySJR 74 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing June 19, 2025, as Juneteenth Day in Wisconsin. It formally declares this date to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States, referencing the historical event when Union troops announced freedom to enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, on June 19, 1865. The resolution highlights Wisconsin's longstanding Juneteenth celebration tradition, dating to Milwaukee's first observance in 1971, and acknowledges Juneteenth's national significance as a federal holiday since 2021. This resolution has no legal effect beyond symbolic recognition and does not create new laws or funding.