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AB 1144

Relating to: filling vacancies on a county board. (FE)

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Ryan Clancy and 6 co-sponsors

Wisconsin bill modifies how county board vacancies are filled, but failed to pass the legislature in March 2026.

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Bill Summary · AB 1144

Legislative bill overview

AB 1144 addresses the process for filling vacancies on county boards in Wisconsin. The bill modifies procedures that county officials must follow when a board seat becomes vacant, though specific provisions are not detailed in the action summary provided.

Why is this important

County boards make decisions affecting local governance, budgets, and public services. How vacancies are filled determines whether replacements are appointed by officials, elected by voters, or filled through other mechanisms—each approach has different implications for democratic representation and continuity of government.

Potential points of contention

  • Appointment vs. election: Whether vacancies should be filled by appointed officials (faster, less democratic) or special elections (slower, more democratic)
  • Timeline and temporary service: How long an interim board member can serve and whether there are limits before a permanent replacement must be selected
  • Selection criteria: Whether the bill establishes qualifications, partisan balance requirements, or other standards for who can fill vacancies

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

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