Bill
SJR 139
Relating to: slavery or involuntary servitude in punishment of a crime (first consideration).
2025-2026 Regular Session
Introduced by Kristin Dassler-Alfheim and 7 co-sponsors
Wisconsin SJR 139 proposes a constitutional amendment eliminating the exception permitting slavery or involuntary servitude as criminal punishment, closing a loophole inherited from the 13th Amendment.
Failed to adopt pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1