Veterans

failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AJR 68: Relating to: honoring Anna Mae Robertson for her extraordinary achievements and service to our nation.

AJR 68 is a symbolic resolution honoring Anna Mae Robertson, a Milwaukee resident and member of the historic 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion (Six Triple Eight) during World War II. It recognizes her service in clearing a 17-million-piece mail backlog overseas in 1945 and her later contributions as a nurse and community member. The resolution, introduced by multiple Wisconsin legislators, formally commends her legacy and extends condolences to her family. As a procedural resolution, it does not create new laws or affect policy - it solely serves to commemorate her service through legislative recognition.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransHonors a veteran's WWII service and contributions, directly aligning with the topic's recognition aspect as a support indicator.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AJR 78: Relating to: proclaiming June 12, 2025, as Women Veterans Day.

AJR 78 is a joint resolution that directs the Wisconsin legislature to officially proclaim June 12, 2025, as "Women Veterans Day" in the state. It recognizes the historical significance of June 12, 1948 - the date President Truman signed the Women’s Armed Services Integration Act - and highlights Wisconsin’s 29,000+ women veterans, who represent about 10% of the state’s veteran population. The resolution aims to honor women veterans’ service and sacrifices, acknowledging their growing demographic presence and unique challenges like higher rates of PTSD and unemployment compared to male veterans. This is a symbolic recognition with no new policy or funding changes.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill proclaims Women Veterans Day to honor service of 29,000+ Wisconsin women veterans, explicitly recognizing their contributions as part of veteran recognition policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Mental Health

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signed · Wisconsin · Assembly Apr 2, 2026

AB 596: Relating to: a state matching grant program for recipients of federal per diem payments and making an appropriation. (FE)

AB 596 creates a state matching grant program that allocates $950,000 to provide state funds matching federal per diem payments received by eligible non-state entities. It directly affects organizations or programs receiving federal per diem payments (such as those supporting veterans) by allowing them to access additional state funding. The bill establishes this program under the Veterans Affairs department budget, requiring the state to match federal payments without changing eligibility criteria or adding new requirements for recipients.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $950,000 in state funds to match federal per diem payments for veterans' programs, directly increasing state budget appropriations for essential services.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCreates state matching grant program ($950k) for federal per diem payments to veterans' healthcare programs, expanding funding without restricting access.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransEstablishes state matching grants under Veterans Affairs budget, funding programs supporting veterans with $950,000 appropriation.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare Veteran Housing

failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 608: Relating to: a state matching grant program for recipients of federal per diem payments and making an appropriation. (FE)

SB 608 creates a state matching grant program that provides $950,000 in state funds to match federal per diem payments received by eligible non-state entities (like community organizations or service providers). The program directly affects organizations that already receive federal daily living payments, allowing them to access additional state funding through a 1:1 match. Key provisions include allocating $950,000 specifically for this matching grant under the Veterans Affairs budget and defining eligible recipients as non-state entities receiving federal per diem payments. This is a procedural funding measure that establishes a new appropriation line without changing eligibility criteria or creating new requirements.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $950,000 state funds via 1:1 match for federal per diem recipients, directly increasing budgetary support for eligible organizations under Veterans Affairs.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill allocates $950k state funds to match federal per diem payments for healthcare-related organizations, directly increasing funding for community health services and veterans' care programs.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransAllocates $950k from Veterans Affairs budget to match federal per diem for veteran service providers, expanding state funding for veteran programs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations

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failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 587: Relating to: remission of fees for veterans and their dependents enrolled in the University of Wisconsin System or in a technical college and making an appropriation. (FE)

Senate Bill 587 modifies the process for remitting educational fees for veterans and their dependents attending University of Wisconsin System institutions or technical colleges. It establishes a "sum sufficient" appropriation, ensuring that the state provides the necessary funds to fully reimburse these educational institutions for all remitted fees. The bill removes previous limitations on the amount the state's Higher Educational Aids Board can reimburse the universities and

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates full state reimbursement for veteran tuition fees via 'sum sufficient' appropriation, increasing state funding for public education without tax impact.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationRemoves reimbursement limits for veterans' fees, ensuring full state funding for higher education access at UW System and technical colleges.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill removes reimbursement limits for veterans' tuition remission, ensuring full state funding for educational fees at UW System and technical colleges.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Higher Education Military Families Veteran Benefits Veteran Education

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failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 411: Relating to: the University of Wisconsin Missing-in-Action Recovery and Identification Project, funding for the veterans housing and recovery program, eligibility changes for the veterans and surviving spouses property tax credit, and making an appropriation. (FE)

SB 411 amends Wisconsin's property tax credit for veterans and surviving spouses, requiring those with disability ratings below 100% to claim credit only up to their disability percentage or on the first $350,000 of property value. It also increases funding for the veterans housing and recovery program by $900,000 in 2025-26 and $1.05 million in 2026-27. Additionally, the bill appropriates $180,000 annually from 2025-27 for the University of Wisconsin's Missing-in-Action Recovery Project, mandating detailed annual reports on mission outcomes and expenditures. These changes directly affect eligible veterans, surviving spouses, and the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesModifies veterans' property tax credit to restrict benefits for lower disability ratings, effectively reducing tax relief for some veterans while adding program funding.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransIncreases veterans housing funding by $900k-$1.05M and appropriates $180k annually for MIA project, supporting veteran services90% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Property Tax Tax Credits Veteran Benefits Veteran Housing

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failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 520: Relating to: highway signs for the Mount Horeb Veterans Memorial. (FE)

AB 520 requires the state department to erect and maintain two directional highway signs along USH 18 (eastbound and westbound) for the Mount Horeb Veterans Memorial. This bill directly affects the memorial's visibility by mandating specific signage for drivers approaching the site. The key provision is the requirement for the department to install and upkeep these signs, with no financial or operational impact beyond this specific signage. As a commemorative procedural bill, it does not change laws or policies affecting people or programs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill mandates highway signs for veterans memorial, enhancing public recognition of veteran service per topic description.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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failed · Wisconsin · Assembly Mar 23, 2026

AB 548: Relating to: special registration plates for persons awarded the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal. (FE)

AB 548 creates a new special vehicle registration plate category for Wisconsin veterans awarded the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal. The bill establishes a $15 fee for issuing or reissuing these plates, with excess funds deposited into the veterans trust fund. It adds this category to Wisconsin's existing system of special plates, which require specific design elements like identifying words, symbols, or colors as outlined in state statutes. This is a procedural change that expands plate options for a specific veteran group without altering existing plate designs or funding mechanisms.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransCreates special plates for veterans with $15 fee, excess funds to veterans trust fund, advancing benefits and funding veteran programs.95% confidence

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failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 261: Relating to: certain limitations on claiming the veterans and surviving spouses property tax credit. (FE)

SB 261 prevents veterans and surviving spouses from claiming the property tax credit if they also claim certain other specific credits for the same tax year. It amends the law to block the property tax credit if a claim is filed under sections (3m), (9), or subchapters VIII or IX for that year. This applies to taxable years starting January 1, 2025, directly affecting eligible veterans and surviving spouses who might otherwise qualify for multiple credits. The bill creates a clear limitation to avoid overlapping claims for the same tax year.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill restricts property tax credit eligibility for veterans/surviving spouses if claiming other credits, limiting tax benefits and increasing state revenue. This restriction on tax credits aligns with 'oppose' stance.95% confidence ✗ VeteransOpposes VeteransBill restricts veterans' access to property tax credit by blocking multiple claims, limiting a benefit they otherwise qualify for.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Credits

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failed · Wisconsin · Senate Mar 23, 2026

SB 175: Relating to: local building permit fees for certain improvements of residences of disabled veterans. (FE)

Senate Bill 175 requires local governments to reduce building permit fees for certain home improvements. This applies to improvements made to the primary residence of a disabled veteran, provided the changes are necessary to accommodate their disability. The fee reduction is either 75% of the fee or $500, whichever amount is smaller. Local governments can request proof that the veteran meets the definition of a disabled veteran and that the improvements are disability-related.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill reduces building permit fees for disabled veterans' home modifications, providing direct financial benefit and improving accessibility for a specific veteran need.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Housing

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