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SB 903

Relating to: revising various provisions of the statutes for the purpose of making corrections and reconciling conflicts (Correction Bill).

2025-2026 Regular Session

Wisconsin's technical correction bill fixes statutory errors and conflicts; failed passage in 2026 suggests legislative disagreement over bundled amendments to state law.

Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1
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Bill Summary · SB 903

Legislative bill overview

SB 903 is a technical correction bill introduced by Wisconsin's Law Revision Committee designed to fix errors, inconsistencies, and conflicts in existing state statutes. These correction bills are routine legislative housekeeping measures that address drafting errors, conflicting provisions, and clarifications without substantively changing policy.

Why is this important

Correction bills maintain the coherence and enforceability of the legal code by resolving contradictions that could create confusion for agencies, courts, and the public. Without such corrections, conflicting statutory language can lead to legal disputes about legislative intent and inconsistent application of the law across different statutes.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited transparency: The specific corrections made are not detailed in the bill summary provided, making it difficult for the public to evaluate what changes are actually being made to state law
  • Procedural efficiency concerns: The bill's failure in March 2026 suggests possible disagreement over bundling multiple statutory fixes in a single measure rather than addressing them individually
  • Scope questions: Questions may arise about whether certain "corrections" constitute mere technical fixes or represent substantive policy changes disguised as cleanup measures

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

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