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SB 777

Relating to: local regulation of certain containers.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Tim Carpenter and 8 co-sponsors

Wisconsin bill enabling local governments to establish their own container regulations failed to pass, limiting municipal control over packaging waste standards.

Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1
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Bill Summary · SB 777

Legislative bill overview

SB 777 would allow local municipalities in Wisconsin to regulate certain types of containers, likely including single-use plastics, food packaging, or beverage containers through local ordinances. The bill was introduced in December 2025 with bipartisan cosponsor support but failed to pass in March 2026.

Why is this important

Local container regulations affect waste management, environmental pollution, and business operations. This bill addresses whether cities and counties can set their own container standards independent of state law, which has significant implications for waste reduction efforts, landfill usage, and retailer compliance costs across different jurisdictions.

Potential points of contention

  • Preemption vs. local control: Whether states should allow municipalities to regulate containers or maintain uniform statewide standards to avoid creating a patchwork of conflicting local rules
  • Business compliance burden: Companies operating across multiple jurisdictions would face different container requirements, increasing costs for packaging and distribution
  • Environmental effectiveness: Debate over whether local regulations are an effective environmental tool versus whether state or federal action would be more impactful and efficient

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

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