Housing

failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 942: Relating to: changes to the low-income housing tax credit. (FE)

SB 942 amends state tax statutes to clarify how the low-income housing tax credit is claimed by entities and their members. It specifies that partnerships, limited liability companies, and tax-option corporations cannot claim the credit directly, but their individual partners, members, or shareholders may claim it based on the entity’s eligible costs. The bill requires entities to calculate and distribute credit amounts to members and mandates that individuals claiming credit under written agreements must submit those agreements with tax returns. It also adds a specific provision allowing insurers (as shareholders) to claim the credit based on costs incurred by the entity they are part of. This bill directly affects housing developers, investors, and insurers involved in low-income housing projects financed with tax-exempt bonds.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesClarifies tax credit claiming process for low-income housing, enabling individuals to access relief, supporting tax credit program implementation.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingClarifies tax credit claiming for low-income housing, enabling more efficient funding of affordable housing developments through tax incentives.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Affordable Housing Housing Finance Property Taxes

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failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 1057: Relating to: access to prospective tenants’ credit scores and consumer credit reports.

SB 1057 limits landlords' ability to use credit reports when screening tenants. It caps fees for credit checks at $25 (with prior notice) and requires landlords to provide tenants with a copy of the report. Crucially, it prohibits landlords from demanding access to a tenant's credit score or report, instead mandating that landlords offer an alternative screening method if a tenant declines to share this information. The bill directly affects landlords and prospective tenants in housing applications, shifting the process to prioritize tenant choice while maintaining screening options.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRestricts landlord credit check access, mandates alternatives for tenants declining, caps fees - strengthens tenant protections against credit-based discrimination85% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 1049: Relating to: residents’ right to purchase and regulations regarding a mobile or manufactured home community, low-interest loans and tax incentives for owners of mobile or manufactured home communities, and providing a penalty. (FE)

AB 1049 strengthens residents' rights in mobile or manufactured home communities by requiring owners to provide 12 months' notice before closing and 14 days' notice for sales or foreclosure, while granting residents a 90-day window to form a group (with 51% approval) to purchase the community. The bill also creates tax incentives for owners by excluding income from sales to resident groups from taxable income for years after 2025. Additionally, it establishes new operational standards, including annual inspections, defined maintenance responsibilities (like roads and utilities), and mandatory evacuation plans for emergencies. These changes directly affect mobile home community owners and residents in the state.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesProvides tax incentive excluding sales income from taxable income for owners, creating a tax break. Aligns with 'oppose' indicator of tax breaks for wealthy owners.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingStrengthens tenant rights by requiring notice periods and enabling resident purchase of communities, with tax incentives to preserve affordable housing access in mobile home communities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mortgages

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failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 943: Relating to: the purpose statement for the statutory grant of local zoning authority.

SB 943 amends state zoning law to update the purpose statement guiding local zoning regulations. It adds specific priorities including ensuring access to sunlight for solar energy systems, protecting groundwater resources, promoting diverse housing types, and designing "complete streets" that safely accommodate pedestrians, cyclists, transit users, and drivers. The bill directly affects local governments (cities and counties) as they develop zoning codes and land-use plans. These changes require zoning decisions to explicitly consider these new community goals while maintaining existing standards like safety, congestion reduction, and preservation of burial sites. The bill has been introduced but not yet voted on in the legislature.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyExplicitly adds 'ensuring access to sunlight for solar energy systems' to zoning priorities, directly enabling renewable energy infrastructure development.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentAdds explicit environmental priorities: solar access protection and groundwater resource conservation to zoning law, directly advancing environmental conservation goals.92% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly promotes 'diverse housing types' in zoning priorities, advancing housing development and affordability through local land-use planning.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill explicitly requires 'complete streets' design accommodating pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users, advancing sustainable transportation infrastructure priorities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Solar Conservation Land Use Zoning Pedestrian Safety

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failed · Wisconsin · Senate Aug 18, 2026

SB 1027: Relating to: residents’ right to purchase and regulations regarding a mobile or manufactured home community, low-interest loans and tax incentives for owners of mobile or manufactured home communities, and providing a penalty. (FE)

SB 1027 gives mobile home residents the right to collectively purchase their community if 51% of adult residents approve, requiring owners to provide 60-day notice before selling or closing. The bill creates tax incentives for owners who sell to resident groups, homeowner associations, or nonprofits, and defines "maintenance costs" to exclude capital improvements. It also mandates annual inspections, evacuation plans for emergencies, and requires owners to notify residents of sales offers or foreclosure. These changes directly affect mobile home community owners and residents in Wisconsin, aiming to increase resident control and transparency.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly creates tax incentives for mobile home community owners selling to residents/nonprofits, directly advancing tax policy within Budget & Taxes framework.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingGives mobile home residents collective purchase rights, mandates owner notice before sales, creates tax incentives for community transitions, and requires safety inspections - directly advancing tenant protections and affordable housing options.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homeownership Mortgages

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failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 1058: Relating to: access to prospective tenants’ credit scores and consumer credit reports.

AB 1058 limits landlords' ability to screen tenants using credit information. It prohibits landlords from requiring prospective tenants to grant access to their credit scores or credit reports, and mandates that landlords inform tenants of this right to decline. If a tenant declines, landlords must provide an alternative method to assess their ability to pay rent. The bill also caps tenant screening fees at $25 for credit reports and requires landlords to disclose charges before requesting reports. This directly affects renters seeking housing and landlords conducting tenant screenings in the state.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits credit-based tenant screening, mandates alternative assessments, and caps fees - protects tenants from discriminatory barriers to housing access.92% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRestricts landlords' access to tenant credit data, enhancing data privacy protections per topic description's indicators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 1063: Relating to: prohibiting landlords from charging application fees and credit checks and background checks obtained by landlords.

SB 1063 prohibits landlords from charging prospective tenants application fees for reviewing rental applications. It also limits credit and background check fees to $25 per report, requires landlords to provide copies of these reports within 7 business days if charged, and allows tenants to submit their own recent (under 6 months) credit or background reports to avoid paying. The bill directly affects landlords and prospective renters in rental housing applications. It takes effect for applications submitted on its effective date, which is three months after publication.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill prohibits application fees and caps credit/background check fees at $25, allowing tenants to submit their own reports. This reduces financial barriers for renters, strengthening tenant protections and advancing affordable housing access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 1064: Relating to: prohibiting landlords from charging application fees and credit checks and background checks obtained by landlords.

AB 1064 prohibits landlords from charging prospective tenants application fees or requiring tenants to pay for credit or background checks. Landlords may charge up to $25 for these reports but must provide a copy within 7 business days. Tenants can avoid these fees by providing their own recent credit report (less than 30 days old) or background check (less than 6 months old) before the landlord requests one. The bill takes effect 3 months after publication.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits landlord application fees and shifts credit check costs to landlords, reducing tenant financial barriers and strengthening tenant protections in housing affordability.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 1090: Relating to: the statewide policy regarding homelessness, an income tax credit for property taxes paid by senior citizens, and making an appropriation. (FE)

AB 1090 establishes a statewide policy to prevent and end homelessness, requiring specific strategies for older adults. It creates a property tax credit for Wisconsin seniors aged 65 or older who own their primary home, allowing them to claim a credit equal to the increase in their annual property taxes compared to the previous year. The credit is funded through a state appropriation, with eligibility limited to full-time homeowners who file tax claims, excluding part-year residents and nonresidents. The bill also amends statutes to integrate this credit into the state’s tax code under section 71.07(8d).

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates property tax credit for seniors, funded by state appropriation, providing tax relief and increasing state spending on this credit.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingEstablishes statewide homelessness policy with strategies for older adults and funds senior property tax credit to improve housing affordability for homeowners.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Income Tax Property Tax Affordable Housing Homelessness Property Taxes Tags Seniors

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failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 1080: Relating to: local regulation of the short-term rental of residential dwellings.

SB 1080 removes state-imposed limits on how cities and counties can regulate short-term rentals (like Airbnb) of residential properties. It repeals specific sections of law that previously restricted local governments from setting their own rules about the number of days a residential dwelling can be rented out annually. This change directly affects local governments (cities, towns, counties), property owners who rent short-term, and renters by allowing communities to develop their own regulatory frameworks without state caps. The bill focuses on updating statutory language to eliminate existing restrictions, not creating new programs or financial impacts.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRemoves state barriers to local regulation of short-term rentals, enabling communities to protect long-term housing supply and affordability.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters

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