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WI AB573

Bill

Status

Introduced

10/24/2025

Primary Sponsor

Patrick Snyder

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Origin

State Assembly

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Expands the definition of "examination costs" for sexual assault forensic examinations to include HIV prophylaxis (such as PEP) when the examining provider believes HIV exposure could result from the sex offense

  • Health care providers can apply to the Department of Justice for reimbursement of these HIV prevention costs as part of the existing sexual assault examination compensation program

  • Requires applicants seeking reimbursement to submit medical records pertaining to any prophylaxis provided or prescribed during the examination

  • Amends Wisconsin Statutes sections 949.20(3) and 949.24(3) to add HIV prophylaxis coverage alongside existing coverage for STD testing, prevention procedures, and treatment medications

Legislative Description

Sexual assault forensic examination compensation.

Last Action

Laid on the table

2/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules12/17/2025
Health, Aging and Long-Term Care10/24/2025

Full Bill Text

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