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SB 570

Relating to: a statewide Parkinson’s disease registry. (FE)

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Rachael Cabral-Guevara and 8 co-sponsors

Wisconsin establishes a statewide Parkinson's disease registry to collect health data on affected residents for research, disease tracking, and public health planning purposes.

Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1
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Bill Summary · SB 570

Legislative bill overview

SB 570 establishes a statewide Parkinson's disease registry in Wisconsin to collect and maintain data on individuals diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. The registry would allow health officials and researchers to track disease prevalence, progression, and treatment outcomes across the state's population.

Why is this important

Parkinson's disease registries enable public health agencies to understand disease burden, identify geographic clusters or environmental risk factors, and support medical research. This data infrastructure can inform resource allocation for patient services, support early intervention programs, and help researchers study disease patterns more effectively.

Potential points of contention

  • Privacy and data security concerns: Patient medical information requires robust protections; any breaches could expose sensitive health data tied to individuals
  • Participation and voluntary enrollment: Unclear whether registry participation would be mandatory or voluntary, affecting data completeness and selection bias in the dataset
  • Funding and implementation costs: The fiscal estimate indicates costs associated with establishing and maintaining the registry infrastructure, raising questions about long-term budgetary commitment and operational responsibility

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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