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WI AB1011
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/6/2026
Primary Sponsor
Christine Sinicki
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AI Summary
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Increases the cap on noneconomic damages in medical malpractice cases from $750,000 to $3,000,000 per occurrence
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Applies to acts or omissions by health care providers and their employees occurring after the bill's effective date
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The $3,000,000 limit applies to total noneconomic damages from all negligent health care providers combined, including claims from the Injured Patients and Families Compensation Fund
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Amends Wisconsin statutes 655.017 and 893.55, which have capped noneconomic damages at $750,000 since April 6, 2006
Legislative Description
Recovery of noneconomic damages in medical malpractice cases.
Last Action
Senator Bradley withdrawn as a cosponsor
2/18/2026
Committee Referrals
Health, Aging and Long-Term Care2/6/2026
Full Bill Text
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