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WI SB287

Bill

Status

Engrossed

2/18/2026

Primary Sponsor

Eric Wimberger

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • State agencies, local governments, and authorities would be prohibited from contracting with employers not enrolled in the federal E-Verify program or that knowingly employ individuals identified as ineligible to work in the United States

  • State agencies and local governmental units would be required to verify employment eligibility through E-Verify for all new hires after the bill's effective date, and could not offer employment to anyone identified as ineligible

  • Contracts violating E-Verify requirements must be terminated without liability for uncompleted work or materials purchased by the employer

  • All state procurement and construction contracts must include written notification of E-Verify requirements with employer signature certifying compliance

  • E-Verify enrollment requirements would not apply if the federal program is discontinued

Legislative Description

The employment eligibility verification program and granting rule-making authority. (FE)

Last Action

Received from Senate

2/18/2026

Committee Referrals

Government Operations, Labor and Economic Development5/30/2025

Full Bill Text

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