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SB 714

Relating to: bathing periods for inmates of state correctional institutions and county jails or houses of correction. (FE)

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Chris Larson and 1 co-sponsor

Establishes minimum bathing frequency standards for Wisconsin jail and prison inmates to ensure basic hygiene access during incarceration.

Representative Neubauer added as a cosponsor
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Bill Summary · SB 714

Legislative bill overview

SB 714 establishes minimum bathing frequency requirements for inmates in Wisconsin state correctional institutions and county jails or houses of correction. The bill specifies standards for how often incarcerated individuals must be provided access to bathing facilities during their confinement.

Why is this important

Bathing access relates to basic hygiene, health, and human dignity standards in correctional facilities. This legislation addresses whether current practices meet minimum acceptable standards and could affect operational procedures, facility costs, and inmate health outcomes across Wisconsin's corrections system.

Potential points of contention

  • Operational costs: Increased bathing access requirements may necessitate additional staffing, water usage, and facility maintenance expenses for county and state systems
  • Security concerns: Corrections officials may raise security-related questions about increased movement and facility access during bathing periods
  • Implementation variation: Different facility types (maximum security vs. minimum security, jails vs. prisons) may argue for different standards based on their operational constraints
  • Definitional specificity: The bill's exact requirements and exemptions may be debated during committee review

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

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