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SJR 148

Relating to: commending employers that permit employees to leave work to perform volunteer emergency medical services duties.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Howard Marklein

Wisconsin resolution commends employers who allow employees volunteer time for emergency medical services, aiming to increase EMS workforce participation without imposing legal requirements.

Failed to adopt pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1
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Bill Summary · SJR 148

Legislative bill overview

SJR 148 is a Wisconsin resolution that commends and encourages employers who voluntarily allow employees to take time off from work to perform emergency medical services (EMS) duties as volunteers. The resolution recognizes employers who support employee participation in volunteer emergency response services without penalizing their employment status.

Why is this important

Volunteer EMS systems rely heavily on workforce participation, and employer flexibility directly affects response capacity in rural and some suburban communities. By highlighting and commending supportive employers, the resolution aims to incentivize workplace policies that reduce barriers to emergency medical volunteering, potentially strengthening local EMS infrastructure.

Potential points of contention

  • Non-binding nature: As a resolution rather than legislation, this commendation carries no legal requirement or enforcement mechanism—it's purely symbolic and doesn't mandate employer action
  • Business burden concerns: Some employers may resist formal recognition of time-off policies if it creates expectations for expanded leave or liability concerns
  • Limited scope: The resolution doesn't address compensation for time lost, training costs, or liability protection, which may limit its practical effectiveness in changing employer behavior

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

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