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SJR 115

Relating to: proclaiming November 20 in 2025 and 2026 as Wisconsin’s Transgender Day of Remembrance.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Tim Carpenter and 6 co-sponsors

Wisconsin joint resolution designating November 20 in 2025-2026 as Transgender Day of Remembrance; failed to pass in 2026.

Failed to adopt pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1
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Bill Summary · SJR 115

Legislative bill overview

SJR 115 is a joint resolution proclaiming November 20, 2025 and 2026 as Wisconsin's Transgender Day of Remembrance. The resolution is a ceremonial measure designating a specific date to honor and remember transgender individuals who have died, particularly those lost to violence.

Why is this important

Transgender Day of Remembrance (observed nationally on November 20) memorializes transgender people who have been murdered and raises awareness about violence against the transgender community. For supporters, official state recognition affirms the dignity and visibility of a marginalized population; for opponents, it represents a statement on a contentious cultural issue.

Potential points of contention

  • Cultural and political polarization: The measure touches on transgender identity issues that have become deeply partisan, with supporters viewing it as basic recognition of human dignity and opponents viewing it as unwanted state endorsement of particular identity politics
  • Scope of state recognition: Questions about whether the state should designate observance days for specific demographic groups, and what precedent this sets for future requests
  • Motivation and symbolism: Disagreement over whether the resolution addresses a genuine public need or primarily serves symbolic/political purposes, given that the day is already observed by advocacy groups nationally

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

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