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AB 1143

Relating to: utility charges related to residential rental agreements.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Lori Palmeri

Wisconsin bill regulating how utility charges are allocated and handled in residential rental agreements between tenants and landlords.

Read first time and referred to Committee on Energy and Utilities
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Bill Summary · AB 1143

Legislative bill overview

AB 1143 addresses how utility charges are handled within residential rental agreements in Wisconsin. The bill was recently introduced by Representative Lori Palmeri and is currently under review by the Committee on Energy and Utilities. Specific provisions have not yet been publicly detailed since the bill is in its early legislative stage.

Why is this important

Utility charge allocation in rental housing directly affects tenant affordability and landlord responsibilities. This issue impacts housing costs for Wisconsin renters and establishes clear expectations about who pays for utilities—a frequent source of tenant-landlord disputes.

Potential points of contention

  • Tenant burden vs. landlord responsibility: Disagreement over whether utilities should be included in rent, paid separately by tenants, or split between parties
  • Utility efficiency incentives: Questions about whether charge structures encourage or discourage energy conservation among renters
  • Landlord operating costs: Concerns from property owners about how utility payment requirements affect rental property viability and maintenance investments

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

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