AB 399 Wisconsin Assembly · 2025-2026 Regular Session

Relating to: requirement for certain telecommunications providers to provide basic voice service.

AB 399 requires certain telecommunications providers serving residential customers to offer a basic voice service plan. This directly affects telecom companies that provide phone service in the state, mandating them to maintain an affordable, essential phone service option. The key provision is that providers must offer this service at a fixed, low cost to ensure accessibility for all residents, particularly in underserved communities. The bill aims to guarantee reliable communication for emergencies and daily needs without requiring new infrastructure.
Bill status failed 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Aug 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Aug 29, 2025 Last action Mar 23, 2026
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10
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2
Committee
3
Jan 8, 2026
Lower · Passed
Placed on calendar 1-13-2026 by Committee on Rules
lower
Nov 20, 2025
Committee
Referred to committee on Rules
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Nov 20, 2025
Lower · Passed
Report passage recommended by Committee on Energy and Utilities, Ayes 13, Noes 0
lower
Aug 29, 2025
Introduced
Introduced by Representatives Penterman, O'Connor, Gundrum, Dittrich, Knodl and Goodwin; cosponsored by Senator Nass
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6 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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