Relating to: recognizing the inherent rights of nature and Wisconsin’s commitment to environmental stewardship.

This Senate Joint Resolution (SJR 107) is a symbolic resolution recognizing that nature possesses inherent rights - such as the right to exist, flourish, and regenerate - and affirming Wisconsin’s duty to protect these rights as part of its conservation legacy. It does not create new legal obligations but calls for future exploration of policies that align with rights-of-nature principles, including collaboration with Indigenous communities, scientists, and the public. The resolution specifically urges local governments and state agencies to consider adopting rights-of-nature approaches in land use, conservation, and planning, while affirming that local governments may independently adopt such measures. It directly affects Wisconsin’s environmental governance framework and future legislative efforts, though it has no binding legal effect.