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SB 1107

Relating to: repealing the prohibition against local governments enacting or enforcing an eviction moratorium on a landlord. (FE)

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Tim Carpenter and 4 co-sponsors

Wisconsin bill would allow cities and counties to establish eviction moratoriums, removing current state prohibition on local rental housing protections.

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Bill Summary · SB 1107

Legislative bill overview

SB 1107 would repeal Wisconsin's existing state law that prohibits local governments from enacting or enforcing eviction moratoriums on landlords. Currently, Wisconsin law prevents cities and counties from imposing temporary bans on evictions. This bill would remove that prohibition, allowing local governments to establish their own eviction moratorium policies.

Why is this important

Eviction moratoriums directly affect housing stability during crises—such as economic downturns or public health emergencies—by preventing landlords from removing tenants unable to pay rent. The outcome determines whether local communities can respond independently to housing emergencies or must defer to state-level policy. This affects both tenant protections and landlord property rights at the local level.

Potential points of contention

  • Property rights vs. tenant protection: Opponents argue moratoriums infringe on landlords' property rights and ability to collect rent, while supporters view them as necessary emergency protections for vulnerable renters facing eviction
  • Local vs. state authority: Disagreement over whether housing policy should be set uniformly statewide or allow local flexibility based on community needs and economic conditions
  • Economic impacts: Disputes over whether moratoriums burden small landlords disproportionately versus protecting tenants from displacement and homelessness

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

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