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AB 994

Relating to: review by state agencies of administrative rules and enactments; an expedited process for repealing rules an agency no longer has the authority to promulgate; and the rule-making authority of certain agencies. (FE)

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Dave Armstrong and 15 co-sponsors

Wisconsin bill expediting state agency repeal of rules they lack authority to enforce while modifying regulatory authority for select agencies.

Failed to concur in pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1
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Bill Summary · AB 994

Legislative bill overview

AB 994 establishes a process for Wisconsin state agencies to review and expedite the repeal of administrative rules they no longer have authority to enforce. The bill also modifies rule-making authority for certain agencies and creates mechanisms for administrative rule review by state government.

Why is this important

Administrative rules carry significant weight in how state agencies implement laws and affect businesses, workers, and residents. This bill directly impacts regulatory burden and agency operations—determining which rules stay in force affects everything from environmental standards to occupational licensing. The expedited repeal process could accelerate deregulation or modernization, depending on perspective.

Potential points of contention

  • Deregulation vs. consumer protection: Streamlined rule repeal could reduce regulatory barriers for businesses but may also eliminate protections for workers, consumers, or the environment without sufficient public input
  • Agency authority and oversight: Allowing agencies to unilaterally declare they lack authority to enforce rules could reduce legislative oversight and accountability if not carefully defined
  • Implementation and transparency: The bill's specifics on which agencies gain/lose rule-making authority and the transparency of the review process are critical but unclear from this summary alone

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

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