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WI SB270
Bill
Status
12/5/2025
Primary Sponsor
Van Wanggaard
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AI Summary
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Expands appeal rights to allow complainants (not just election officials) to appeal Wisconsin Elections Commission orders to circuit court within 30 days of issuance
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Eliminates the traditional "injury to a legally recognized interest" requirement for complainants seeking to appeal commission decisions
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Permits complainants to appeal any order that dismisses their complaint or fails to grant the relief they requested
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Appeals may be filed in the circuit court of the county where the complainant resides or where the election official conducts business
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Pendency of an appeal does not automatically stay the effect of the commission's order unless the court specifically orders a stay
Legislative Description
The right of appeal for complainants aggrieved by decisions of the Elections Commission concerning the conduct of election officials.
Last Action
Report vetoed by the Governor on 12-5-2025
12/5/2025