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WI SB420
Bill
Status
Enrolled
2/26/2026
Primary Sponsor
Steve Nass
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AI Summary
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Prohibits cities, villages, towns, and counties in Wisconsin from enacting "rights of nature" ordinances
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Defines "rights of nature ordinance" as any local law that would confer legal rights to natural resources to exist, be protected against pollution, or maintain a healthy ecosystem
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Creates new section 66.0132 of Wisconsin statutes establishing this statewide preemption of local authority
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Takes effect the day after publication, per standard Wisconsin statutory procedures
Legislative Description
Prohibiting rights of nature ordinances. (FE)
Last Action
Report correctly enrolled
2/26/2026
Committee Referrals
Rules2/18/2026
Transportation and Local Government9/4/2025
Full Bill Text
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