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WI SB248

Bill

Status

Engrossed

1/21/2026

Primary Sponsor

Van Wanggaard

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends ignition interlock device (IID) restriction periods by 180 days for each occurrence of: three or more violations within 60 days, tampering with or attempting to circumvent the device, or unauthorized removal of the device

  • Eliminates the 30-day waiting period for first-offense test refusal cases, allowing immediate occupational license eligibility upon IID installation

  • Eliminates the 45-day waiting period for second and subsequent OWI offenders to apply for occupational licenses, allowing eligibility immediately upon IID installation and completion of assessment requirements

  • Defines an IID "violation" as a breath sample above 0.02 grams of alcohol per 210 liters of breath or failure to provide a passing sample within the 5-minute retest window

  • Requires the Department of Transportation to develop an electronic system for IID providers to report real-time usage, violations, and compliance data

Legislative Description

License eligibility and restriction extensions relating to ignition interlock devices.

Last Action

Placed on calendar 3-17-2026 pursuant to Senate Rule 18(1)

3/16/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules2/17/2026
Judiciary and Public Safety5/9/2025

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