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WI AB530
Bill
Status
11/19/2025
Primary Sponsor
Joel Kitchens
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AI Summary
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Prohibits operating drones over property owned by or containing public, private, or tribal schools in Wisconsin
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Allows drone operation over school property with express authorization from the school board, governing body, or governing board with jurisdiction over the school
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Permits public protective services agencies (law enforcement, fire, EMS) to operate drones over school property for active search and rescue, locating escaped prisoners, executing arrest warrants, or preventing imminent danger or evidence destruction
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Violations carry a forfeiture penalty of up to $5,000, matching the existing penalty for unauthorized drone flights over correctional institutions
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Requires law enforcement to seize any photographs, videos, or visual data recorded by drones during violations and transfer them to the appropriate law enforcement agency
Legislative Description
The operation of drones over school property and providing a penalty.
Last Action
Placed on calendar 3-17-2026 pursuant to Senate Rule 18(1)
3/16/2026