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failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 54: Relating to: utilization management controls for antipsychotic prescription drugs under the Medical Assistance program. (FE)

AB 54 prohibits the state department from requiring prior authorization or other utilization management controls for FDA-approved antipsychotic prescription drugs under the Medical Assistance program. This directly affects Medicaid beneficiaries who rely on these medications, removing barriers to accessing prescribed antipsychotic treatments. The bill creates a new statute section explicitly stating that utilization management controls (such as step therapy or prior approval) cannot be imposed on these specific drugs. The policy change aims to streamline access to necessary antipsychotic medications without altering drug approval standards.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRemoves prior authorization barriers for Medicaid antipsychotic drugs, improving patient access to prescribed treatments.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid Prescription Drugs

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failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 598: Relating to: coverage under the Medical Assistance program for incarcerated individuals. (FE)

SB 598 would require the state health department to seek a federal Medicaid waiver enabling coverage for incarcerated individuals in the Medical Assistance program (state Medicaid) up to 90 days before release. It specifically covers case management, medication-assisted treatment for substance use disorders, and a 30-day supply of prescription medications for those already eligible for Medical Assistance. If approved, the federal government would fund the program’s share of these services, with the state covering its portion. This bill directly affects incarcerated individuals transitioning to community care, aiming to improve continuity of health services upon release.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProvides pre-release healthcare and medication-assisted treatment for incarcerated individuals, directly supporting rehabilitation and reducing recidivism through substance use disorder care.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands Medicaid coverage for incarcerated individuals to include case management, medication-assisted treatment, and prescriptions pre-release, improving access to healthcare services and mental health support.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Medicaid

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failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 111: Relating to: psychiatric residential treatment facilities, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority.

AB 111 establishes new regulatory standards for psychiatric residential treatment facilities (PRTFs) serving individuals under 21. It requires state certification for PRTFs, sets federal compliance standards for services, and mandates that facilities meet specific safety and treatment protocols. The bill also grants the state health department rule-making authority to set bed limits, security requirements, and geographic distribution priorities for PRTFs - prioritizing northern/north-central and southern regions for new facilities. Additionally, it clarifies reimbursement processes tied to federal approval and permits video monitoring in common areas with patient notification, while prohibiting its use as a substitute for direct patient supervision.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates safety protocols, federal compliance, and state certification for mental health facilities serving youth, directly advancing mental health service standards and patient care quality.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 157: Relating to: prohibiting gender transition medical intervention for individuals under 18 years of age.

SB 157 prohibits healthcare providers from performing or referring minors under 18 for specific gender transition medical interventions. The bill bans surgeries (like hysterectomy or mastectomy), puberty-blocking drugs, and supraphysiologic hormone treatments aimed at changing a minor’s body to align with a gender discordant with their biological sex (defined as female or male based on chromosomes, sex organs, and hormones). Exceptions apply for minors with genetic disorders of sex development, infections, injuries, or life-threatening conditions requiring immediate surgery. Violations could lead to license revocation for healthcare providers, with disciplinary processes outlined in the bill.

Topics ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareProhibits gender transition medical interventions for minors, restricting access to specific healthcare services for transgender youth under 18.95% confidence

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failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 675: Relating to: noncompete clauses for medical practitioners.

AB 675 prohibits noncompete clauses that restrict medical practitioners from working for more than 24 consecutive months after beginning employment. It also makes all noncompete agreements void if a medical practitioner’s employment is terminated by their employer. The bill applies to physicians, physician assistants, psychologists, and advanced practice nurses (including certified nurse prescribers and registered nurses). New or modified employment contracts after the law’s effective date must comply with these restrictions.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProhibits noncompete clauses for medical practitioners, improving workforce mobility and patient access to care. Directly strengthens healthcare access by removing employment restrictions.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProhibits noncompete clauses restricting medical practitioners' job mobility after termination, directly protecting workers' rights to change employment without undue restrictions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce

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failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 128: Relating to: requiring first responders to be trained to administer epinephrine delivery systems. (FE)

AB 128 requires specific first responders - including firefighters, law enforcement officers, emergency medical personnel, correctional officers, and conservation wardens - to complete training on recognizing severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis), safely storing and administering epinephrine delivery systems, and following up after use. The bill mandates that all qualifying first responders must have an epinephrine delivery system available during duty and be trained on all required subjects. The state department must compile and maintain a list of approved training organizations and may distribute epinephrine systems using existing funds. This legislation directly affects over 30,000 first responders across multiple agencies who respond to medical emergencies.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates training for first responders in epinephrine administration for anaphylaxis, improving emergency medical response and patient access to critical care services.95% confidence

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failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 109: Relating to: clinician initiation of emergency detention of a minor and providing a penalty.

SB 109 allows licensed mental health clinicians (like psychologists, psychiatrists, or clinical social workers) in counties with fewer than 750,000 residents to initiate emergency detentions for minors under specific conditions. To qualify, clinicians must complete county-approved training, document their belief that a minor is mentally ill, drug-dependent, or developmentally disabled, and confirm that custody is the least restrictive option. The county department of community programs must approve the detention before a minor can be taken into custody and transported to a treatment facility. This bill directly affects clinicians who may now initiate such detentions, minors in crisis, and county departments responsible for oversight and transportation.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEnables licensed mental health clinicians to initiate emergency detentions for minors with safeguards, expanding access to mental health crisis intervention services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 338: Relating to: coverage of treatment for mental health or substance use disorders under health insurance policies and plans.

AB 338 requires most health insurance plans (including those offered by state/local governments) to cover at least 28 annual therapy visits for mental health or substance use disorders without prior authorization. It mandates that insurers provide this minimum coverage per policy year, based on the insured's treatment goals. The law includes a cost-check mechanism: if insurers' actuarial analysis shows coverage would increase plan costs by over 10%, enforcement may be paused. This directly affects health insurers, self-insured public employer plans, and individuals seeking mental health/substance use treatment. The bill takes effect for new policy years starting after its publication date.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates 28 annual therapy visits for mental health/substance use without prior authorization, expanding insurance coverage and improving patient access to essential services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Mental Health

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vetoed · Wisconsin · Senate May 13, 2026

SB 214: Relating to: registration of out-of-state health care providers to provide telehealth services. (FE)

SB 214 requires out-of-state health care providers (like doctors and nurses) to register with Wisconsin to offer telehealth services within the state. The bill establishes a new registration fee and mandates that providers maintain malpractice insurance coverage meeting Wisconsin’s standards for health care providers. It also requires registrants to report any license issues to Wisconsin authorities. The law directly affects telehealth providers from other states seeking to serve Wisconsin patients remotely. This bill creates a formal registration process to ensure provider accountability and patient protection in telehealth.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires out-of-state telehealth providers to register, maintain state-standard insurance, and report license issues, ensuring patient safety and enabling expanded access to telehealth services.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Telehealth

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failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 258: Relating to: advanced practice registered nurses, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority. (FE)

SB 258 modifies statutes to allow certified licensed advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) to certify physical disabilities for permit applications, expanding the list of eligible professionals alongside physicians and other healthcare providers. Specifically, it amends sections 29.193 to permit APRNs to prepare and sign medical reports verifying physical disabilities for applicants seeking permits, replacing "licensed physician" with a broader list that includes APRNs in these contexts. The bill also makes technical changes to other statutes related to APRNs' practice authority but does not alter core scope-of-practice rules. This directly affects applicants for disability permits who may now use APRNs for required medical certifications. The bill focuses on administrative updates rather than new policy mandates.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands provider eligibility for medical certifications, increasing access to healthcare services by allowing APRNs to certify physical disabilities alongside physicians.95% confidence

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