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WI SB943

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/6/2026

Primary Sponsor

Dora Drake

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends the statutory purpose statement for city and village zoning authority under section 62.23(7)(c)

  • Removes language about "lessening congestion in the streets," "preventing overcrowding of land," and "avoiding undue concentration of population"

  • Adds new zoning purposes: ensuring land development supports healthy, livable communities and fostering a range of housing types

  • Adds "complete streets" language requiring zoning to prioritize safety, comfort, and accessibility for pedestrians, cyclists, transit riders, and motorists

  • Retains existing purposes including safety from fire and dangers, adequate light and air, groundwater protection, and preservation of burial sites

Legislative Description

The purpose statement for the statutory grant of local zoning authority.

Last Action

Senator Keyeski added as a coauthor

3/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Transportation and Local Government2/6/2026

Full Bill Text

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