SB 1166 Wisconsin Senate · 2025-2026 Regular Session

Relating to: use of autonomous devices equipped with weapons by law enforcement agencies.

This bill prohibits law enforcement agencies from using autonomous devices equipped with weapons. It defines an autonomous device as one that can operate without active human control and uses the existing legal definition of a dangerous weapon. The law enforcement restriction is the main policy change, while the definitions clarify what types of technology and weapons are covered. The bill was introduced in March 2026 but failed to pass the Senate.
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Mar 2026
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Introduced Mar 19, 2026 Last action Mar 23, 2026
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Introduced by Senators Roys, Larson and Spreitzer; cosponsored by Representatives Arney, Bare, Rivera-Wagner and Clancy
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