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AB 1226

Relating to: the fee for filing limited liability company articles of organization with the Department of Financial Institutions. (FE)

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Sequanna Taylor

Wisconsin bill proposing to adjust LLC registration filing fees with the Department of Financial Institutions; failed to pass in 2026 session.

Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1
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Bill Summary · AB 1226

Legislative bill overview

AB 1226 proposes to modify the filing fee that businesses must pay when registering a limited liability company (LLC) with Wisconsin's Department of Financial Institutions. The bill was introduced in March 2026 but failed to advance past its initial committee stage before the legislative session ended.

Why is this important

Filing fees directly affect the cost of starting a business in Wisconsin. Changes to LLC formation fees can influence entrepreneurship rates and business creation decisions, particularly for small business owners and startups with limited capital. Fee structures also impact state revenue that funds regulatory operations.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost burden on small business: Supporters may argue for fee reductions to encourage entrepreneurship, while opponents may contend that current fees appropriately cover regulatory costs
  • State revenue impact: Any fee decrease would reduce Department of Financial Institutions revenue without knowing the proposed new amount or offsetting budget measures
  • Competitive positioning: Wisconsin's fees relative to neighboring states could affect where businesses choose to incorporate, though this impact is typically modest

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

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