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WI AB446
Bill
Status
2/17/2026
Primary Sponsor
Ron Tusler
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AI Summary
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Requires all Wisconsin state agencies, local governments, and their employees to consider the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance's May 26, 2016 definition of antisemitism when evaluating evidence of discriminatory intent
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Applies to any state or local law, ordinance, or policy prohibiting discrimination based on race, religion, color, or national origin
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Applies to hate crime penalty enhancers where defendants intentionally select victims or property based on actual or perceived race, religion, color, or national origin
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Includes explicit protection for First Amendment rights and specifies the bill cannot conflict with existing federal or state antidiscrimination laws
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Creates new statutory section 20.932 covering state agencies, political subdivisions, special purpose districts, and school districts
Legislative Description
Consideration of a certain definition of antisemitism for purposes of laws, ordinances, policies, or criminal penalty enhancers concerning discrimination based on race, religion, color, or national origin.
Last Action
Placed on calendar 3-17-2026 pursuant to Senate Rule 18(1)
3/16/2026