Wisconsin 2025-2026 Regular Session

Wisconsin Assembly Bill AB1061

Introduced

2/26/26

Refer

2/26/26

Failed

3/23/26

Caption

An Act to repeal 15.103 (7), 16.24, 20.505 (4) (fg), 20.505 (4) (fm), 94.55 (1m), 94.55 (2t), 94.56 (title), (1) (intro.), (a), (b) and (d), (2), (3), (4), (5) and (6), 961.11 (4g), 961.14 (4) (t), 961.32 (2m), 961.38 (1n), 961.41 (1) (h), 961.41 (1m) (h), 961.41 (1q), 961.41 (3g) (e), 961.571 (1) (a) 7., 961.571 (1) (a) 11. e., 961.571 (1) (a) 11. k. and L. and 967.055 (1m) (b) 5.; to renumber and amend 94.56 (1) (c), 450.071 (1), 961.01 (14) and 961.34; to amend 59.54 (25) (title), 59.54 (25) (a) (intro.), 66.0107 (1) (bm), 66.1201 (2m), 66.1213 (3), 66.1301 (2m), 66.1331 (2m), 66.1333 (3) (e) 2., 77.52 (13), 77.53 (10), 94.55 (1), 94.80 (17), 94.81 (3) (a) 4., 101.123 (1) (h) (intro.), 102.43 (9) (e), 106.50 (1m) (h), 111.35 (2) (c), 111.35 (2) (e), 139.971 (1) (b) and (c) and (3), 139.973 (3) (b) and (c) 1. (intro.), (5), (7), (8), (9), (11) and (12) (b), 146.44 (1) (f), 175.35 (2g) (c) 4. a., 450.07 (1), 961.41 (1r), 961.41 (1x), 961.41 (3g) (c), 961.41 (3g) (d), 961.41 (3g) (em), 961.47 (1), 961.48 (3), 961.48 (5), 961.49 (1m) (intro.), 961.571 (1) (a) 11. (intro.), 971.365 (1) (a), 971.365 (1) (b), 971.365 (1) (c) and 971.365 (2); to create 15.103 (7), 15.133, 16.24, 20.115 (7) (f), 20.115 (7) (gg), 20.435 (1) (ec), 20.435 (1) (gq), 20.435 (1) (s), 20.505 (4) (fg), 20.505 (4) (fm), 20.566 (1) (bn), 20.566 (1) (gh), 20.835 (4) (gj), 25.86, 66.04185, 66.04186, 77.54 (76), 93.025, subchapter I (title) of chapter 94 [precedes 94.01], 94.55 (1m), 94.56, subchapter II of chapter 94 [precedes 94.80], 94.80, 94.81, 94.82, 94.83, 94.84, 94.85, 100.145, 101.123 (3) (p), 108.04 (5m), 111.32 (15), 111.34 (1) (c), 111.35 (2) (f), subchapter IV of chapter 139 [precedes 139.97], 139.97 (13m), 146.44, 146.45, 175.35 (2g) (b) 3., 450.03 (1) (em), 450.03 (1) (ep), 450.07 (1s), 450.071 (1) (b) 2. and 3., subchapter VIII of chapter 961 [precedes 961.70] and 973.016 of the statutes; Relating to: legalizing the possession of cannabis; medical cannabis; expunging or adjusting past convictions for marijuana-related crimes; regulating the production, processing, transportation, testing, and sale of cannabis; granting rule-making authority; providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures; making an appropriation; and providing a penalty. (FE)

Impact

The implications of AB1061 on state laws are significant. By legalizing cannabis possession and usage, it aligns with a growing shift towards cannabis acceptance in various states. Furthermore, the provisions for expungement of past convictions would contribute to social justice by allowing those with previous marijuana-related crimes to reintegrate into society without the stigma of a criminal record. The establishment of regulatory measures for cannabis production and sale is likely to create a controlled environment that prioritizes public safety and health, while also generating tax revenue for the state.

Summary

AB1061 focuses on the legalization of cannabis, specifically addressing the possession of cannabis and the regulation surrounding its medical use. The bill also aims to expunge or adjust past convictions related to marijuana offenses, which underscores the legislative effort to rectify past injustices associated with cannabis criminalization. This comprehensive approach not only emphasizes personal use but also outlines the governance of cannabis production, processing, transportation, testing, and sale, laying a regulatory framework intended to oversee the burgeoning cannabis market in the state.

Contention

Despite its progressive stance, AB1061 is expected to face contention regarding the nuances of cannabis regulation and the potential public health implications. Critics may argue about the adequacy of regulations proposed in the bill and express concerns about underage consumption, public safety, and law enforcement’s ability to adapt to new norms. Additionally, the process of expunging records may encounter administrative hurdles that could impede its effectiveness, leading to debates on implementation timelines and the resources required to facilitate these adjustments.

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Companion Bills

WI SB1045

Crossfiled An Act to repeal 15.103 (7), 16.24, 20.505 (4) (fg), 20.505 (4) (fm), 94.55 (1m), 94.55 (2t), 94.56 (title), (1) (intro.), (a), (b) and (d), (2), (3), (4), (5) and (6), 961.11 (4g), 961.14 (4) (t), 961.32 (2m), 961.38 (1n), 961.41 (1) (h), 961.41 (1m) (h), 961.41 (1q), 961.41 (3g) (e), 961.571 (1) (a) 7., 961.571 (1) (a) 11. e., 961.571 (1) (a) 11. k. and L. and 967.055 (1m) (b) 5.; to renumber and amend 94.56 (1) (c), 450.071 (1), 961.01 (14) and 961.34; to amend 59.54 (25) (title), 59.54 (25) (a) (intro.), 66.0107 (1) (bm), 66.1201 (2m), 66.1213 (3), 66.1301 (2m), 66.1331 (2m), 66.1333 (3) (e) 2., 77.52 (13), 77.53 (10), 94.55 (1), 94.80 (17), 94.81 (3) (a) 4., 101.123 (1) (h) (intro.), 102.43 (9) (e), 106.50 (1m) (h), 111.35 (2) (c), 111.35 (2) (e), 139.971 (1) (b) and (c) and (3), 139.973 (3) (b) and (c) 1. (intro.), (5), (7), (8), (9), (11) and (12) (b), 146.44 (1) (f), 175.35 (2g) (c) 4. a., 450.07 (1), 961.41 (1r), 961.41 (1x), 961.41 (3g) (c), 961.41 (3g) (d), 961.41 (3g) (em), 961.47 (1), 961.48 (3), 961.48 (5), 961.49 (1m) (intro.), 961.571 (1) (a) 11. (intro.), 971.365 (1) (a), 971.365 (1) (b), 971.365 (1) (c) and 971.365 (2); to create 15.103 (7), 15.133, 16.24, 20.115 (7) (f), 20.115 (7) (gg), 20.435 (1) (ec), 20.435 (1) (gq), 20.435 (1) (s), 20.505 (4) (fg), 20.505 (4) (fm), 20.566 (1) (bn), 20.566 (1) (gh), 20.835 (4) (gj), 25.86, 66.04185, 66.04186, 77.54 (76), 93.025, subchapter I (title) of chapter 94 [precedes 94.01], 94.55 (1m), 94.56, subchapter II of chapter 94 [precedes 94.80], 94.80, 94.81, 94.82, 94.83, 94.84, 94.85, 100.145, 101.123 (3) (p), 108.04 (5m), 111.32 (15), 111.34 (1) (c), 111.35 (2) (f), subchapter IV of chapter 139 [precedes 139.97], 139.97 (13m), 146.44, 146.45, 175.35 (2g) (b) 3., 450.03 (1) (em), 450.03 (1) (ep), 450.07 (1s), 450.071 (1) (b) 2. and 3., subchapter VIII of chapter 961 [precedes 961.70] and 973.016 of the statutes; Relating to: legalizing the possession of cannabis; medical cannabis; expunging or adjusting past convictions for marijuana-related crimes; regulating the production, processing, transportation, testing, and sale of cannabis; granting rule-making authority; providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures; making an appropriation; and providing a penalty. (FE)

Previously Filed As

WI HB642

An Act to amend and reenact §§ 2.2-2499.8, 2.2-2818, 2.2-2905, 2.2-3114, 2.2-3711, as it is currently effective and as it shall become effective, 2.2-3802, 2.2-4024, 3.2-4112, 3.2-4113, 3.2-4116, 3.2-4126, 3.2-5145.1, 3.2-5145.2:1, 3.2-5145.4, 4.1-103, 4.1-105, 4.1-352, 4.1-600, 4.1-601, 4.1-603, 4.1-604, 4.1-606, 4.1-607, 4.1-611, 4.1-614, 4.1-621, 4.1-1100, 4.1-1101, 4.1-1121, 4.1-1402, 4.1-1500, 4.1-1501, 4.1-1502, 4.1-1600 through 4.1-1603.2, 4.1-1604, 5.1-13, 9.1-1101, 15.2-912.4, 16.1-69.40:1, 16.1-260, 16.1-273, 16.1-278.9, 18.2-46.1, 18.2-247, 18.2-248, 18.2-248.01, 18.2-251, 18.2-251.03, 18.2-251.1:1, 18.2-251.1:2, 18.2-251.1:3, 18.2-252, 18.2-254, 18.2-255, 18.2-255.1, 18.2-255.2, 18.2-258, 18.2-258.02, 18.2-258.1, 18.2-265.1, 18.2-265.2, 18.2-265.3, 18.2-287.2, 18.2-308.012, 18.2-308.4, 18.2-371.2, 18.2-460, 18.2-474.1, 19.2-66, 19.2-81, 19.2-81.1, 19.2-83.1, 19.2-188.1, 19.2-303.01, 19.2-386.22 through 19.2-386.25, 19.2-389, as it is currently effective and as it shall become effective, 19.2-389.3, 19.2-392.02, 19.2-392.6 and 19.2-392.12:1, as they shall become effective, 22.1-206, 22.1-277.08, 23.1-1301, 46.2-105.2, 46.2-347, 48-17.1, 53.1-231.2, 54.1-2903, 54.1-3401, 54.1-3443, 58.1-301, and 59.1-200 of the Code of Virginia; to amend the Code of Virginia by adding in Subtitle II of Title 2.2 a part labeled D, containing a chapter numbered 61, consisting of a section numbered 2.2-6100, by adding in Chapter 6 of Title 4.1 sections numbered 4.1-629 and 4.1-630, by adding in Title 4.1 chapters numbered 7 through 10, consisting of sections numbered 4.1-700 through 4.1-1010, by adding sections numbered 4.1-1102 through 4.1-1105, 4.1-1106, 4.1-1106.1, 4.1-1113, 4.1-1114, 4.1-1115, 4.1-1117, 4.1-1118, and 4.1-1119, by adding in Title 4.1 a chapter numbered 12, consisting of sections numbered 4.1-1200 through 4.1-1206, by adding in Chapter 13 of Title 4.1 sections numbered 4.1-1300, 4.1-1301, and 4.1-1303 through 4.1-1309, by adding in Chapter 14 of Title 4.1 sections numbered 4.1-1403 through 4.1-1407, by adding a section numbered 4.1-1602.1, by adding in Title 4.1 a chapter numbered 17, consisting of sections numbered 4.1-1700 through 4.1-1705, by adding in Article 2 of Chapter 1 of Title 6.2 a section numbered 6.2-108, and by adding in Chapter 44 of Title 54.1 a section numbered 54.1-4426; and to repeal Article 4 (§§ 3.2-4122 through 3.2-4126) of Chapter 41.1 of Title 3.2 and §§ 3.2-5145.4:1, 4.1-1101.1, 4.1-1105.1, 18.2-248.1, and 18.2-251.1 of the Code of Virginia, relating to cannabis control; retail market; penalties.

WI H4189

DHEC Restructuring

WI HB1179

Transportation; changes various provisions of existing funds, etc.

WI HB1179

A BILL to amend and reenact §§ 33.2-359, 33.2-371, 33.2-1526, 33.2-1526.1, 33.2-3102, 33.2-3401, 33.2-3402, 33.2-3403, 33.2-3502, 46.2-774, and 46.2-2099.48 of the Code of Virginia; to amend the Code of Virginia by adding in Article 2 of Chapter 19 of Title 33.2 a section numbered 33.2-1904.1, by adding in Article 11 of Chapter 19 of Title 33.2 a section numbered 33.2-1937, by adding in Chapter 24 of Title 33.2 a section numbered 33.2-2402, by adding in Chapter 7 of Title 46.2 a section numbered 46.2-775, by adding a section numbered 58.1-603.3, and by adding in Chapter 17 of Title 58.1 articles numbered 13, 14, and 15, consisting of sections numbered 58.1-1749, 58.1-1750, and 58.1-1751; and to repeal § 33.2-3100.1 of the Code of Virginia, relating to transportation funding.

WI HB278

Regards the Treasurer of State

WI HB271

A BILL to amend and reenact §§ 2.2-203.3, 2.2-401.01, 2.2-511, 2.2-614.3, 2.2-3705.3, as it is currently effective and as it shall become effective, 2.2-3705.6, 2.2-3705.7, 2.2-3711, as it is currently effective and as it shall become effective, 2.2-3802, 2.2-4002, 2.2-4346, 3.2-102, 3.2-6201, 4.1-100, 4.1-206.3, as it is currently effective and as it shall become effective, 4.1-226, 6.2-603.1, 8.01-216.3, 8.01-534, 11-16.1, 11-16.2, 15.2-912.2, 15.2-2825, 18.2-513, 19.2-66, 19.2-215.1, 19.2-389, as it is currently effective and as it shall become effective, 19.2-390, 22.1-140.1, 37.2-304, 37.2-314.2, 52-53, 52-54, 58.1-3, 58.1-439, 58.1-460, 58.1-3510, 58.1-3732.1, and 59.1-542.1 of the Code of Virginia; to amend the Code of Virginia by adding a title numbered 29.5, containing a subtitle numbered I, consisting of chapters numbered 1 through 6, containing sections numbered 29.5-100 through 29.5-650, a subtitle numbered II, consisting of chapters numbered 7 and 8, containing sections numbered 29.5-700 through 29.5-814, and a subtitle numbered III, consisting of a chapter numbered 9, containing sections numbered 29.5-900 through 29.5-913; and to repeal §§ 2.2-2455 and 2.2-2456, Article 1 (§§ 18.2-325 through 18.2-340) of Chapter 8 of Title 18.2, Article 1.1:1 (§§ 18.2-340.15 through 18.2-340.37) of Chapter 8 of Title 18.2, Chapter 40 (§§ 58.1-4000 through 58.1-4048) of Title 58.1, Chapter 41 (§§ 58.1-4100 through 58.1-4141) of Title 58.1, Chapter 29 (§§ 59.1-364 through 59.1-405) of Title 59.1, Chapter 29.1 (§ 59.1-405.1) of Title 59.1, and Chapter 51 (§§ 59.1-556 through 59.1-570) of Title 59.1 of the Code of Virginia, relating to Virginia Gaming Commission established; penalties.

WI AB2478

An act to amend Sections 49069.3, 49076, 56055, and 56155.5 of the Education Code, to amend Sections 6552, 8609, 8704.5, 8708, 9201, and 9203.1 of the Family Code, to amend Sections 7930.165, 7930.190, and 30029.7 of the Government Code, to amend Sections 1501.1, 1502, 1505, 1506, 1506.1, 1506.5, 1506.9, 1507.25, 1517, 1517.2, 1517.3, 1520, 1520.3, 1522, 1522.08, 1522.1, 1522.4, 1522.44, 1523.1, 1524, 1524.01, 1527, 1527.1, 1527.2, 1527.4, 1527.5, 1530.5, 1530.7, 1536, 1536.2, 1538, 1558, 1559.110, 1568.26, and 115725 of, and to repeal Sections 1506.6, 1506.7, 1506.8, and 1517.1 of, the Health and Safety Code, to amend Section 676.7 of the Insurance Code, to amend Sections 11105.2, 11165.7, 11167.5, 11170 of the Penal Code, to amend Sections 1541 and 1543 of the Probate Code, and to amend Sections 224.1, 291, 293, 294, 295, 309, 319, 361, 361.2, 361.4, 361.45, 362.04, 366.1, 366.3, 366.31, 628, 706.5, 706.6, 727, 727.05, 727.12, 727.4, 827, 4684, 10553.12, 10952.5, 11362, 11363, 11386, 11391, 11400, 11402, 11461, 11461.3, 11461.36, 11461.6, 11462, 11462.01, 11463, 16003.5, 16119, 16161, 16501.01, 16501.02, 16501.1, 16507.5, 16514, 16519, 16519.3, 16519.5, 16519.501, 16519.502, 16519.51, 16519.52, 16519.53, 16519.54, 16519.55, 16519.555, 16519.56, 16519.57, 16519.6, 16521.6, 16563, 16565, 17710, 17730, 17731, 17736, and 18250 of, and to amend the heading of Article 2 (commencing with Section 16519.3) of Chapter 5 of Part 4 of Division 9 of, and to add Sections 16519.605 and 16519.615 to, and to repeal and add Section 16519.4 of, the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to foster care.

WI SB126

An act relating to the Budget Act of 2025. An act to amend Sections 1240, 2575.2, 2575.3, 8281.5, 8320, 8482.3, 8482.4, 8483.3, 8484.8, 8901, 8902, 11300, 11301, 14041.5, 14500, 14501, 14502.1, 14503, 14504, 14504.2, 14505, 14506, 14507, 14508, 14509, 32526, 33050, 41020, 41020.2, 41020.3, 41020.5, 41203.1, 41206.04, 41341, 41344.4, 41404.5, 41585, 42238.022, 42282, 42284, 42287, 44225.6, 44235, 44258.9, 44259, 44395, 44400, 44400.01, 44400.02, 44400.03, 44415, 44415.5, 44415.6, 44418, 45037, 45125.1, 46120, 46141, 46146, 46146.5, 46392, 47604.3, 47604.32, 47605, 47605.6, 47605.9, 47607, 47607.3, 48000, 51221.2, 51745.6, 51747.5, 52064.5, 52066, 52071, 52071.5, 52072, 52072.5, 53008, 53009, 54681, 54682, 54683, 54684, 56836.146, 56836.148, 60900.5, 66032.2, 69617, and 76004 of, to amend, renumber, and add Section 17076.11 of, to amend, repeal, and add Sections 44965, 45193, and 47607.2 of, to add Sections 1632, 2575.35, 2580, 2581, 2582, 2583, 8901.5, 8903, 17376, 41020.6, 44259.4, 44259.8, 44415.71, 44415.9, 44690.1, 46149, 49507, 51225.33, 52071.1, 52071.51, 53008.5, 53008.7, 53009.1, 53009.5, 54451, 54685.1, and 76001.5 to, to add Article 4 (commencing with Section 44475) to Chapter 3 of Part 25 of Division 3 of, and Article 11.5 (commencing with Section 51827) to Chapter 5 of Part 28 of Division 4 of, Title 2 of, to repeal Section 42252.1 of, and to repeal and add Sections 41020.8 and 44281 of, the Education Code, to amend Section 17581.6 of the Government Code, to amend Sections 143 and 162 of Chapter 44 of the Statutes of 2021, to amend Section 117 of Chapter 48 of the Statutes of 2023, to amend Section 81 of Chapter 8 of the Statutes of 2025, to repeal Section 55 of Chapter 13 of the Statutes of 2015, to repeal Section 135 of Chapter 44 of the Statutes of 2021, to repeal Section 137 of Chapter 52 of the Statutes of 2022, and to repeal Section 115 of Chapter 48 of the Statutes of 2023, relating to education finance, and making an appropriation therefor, to take effect immediately, bill related to the budget.

WI AB126

An act to amend Sections 1240, 2575.2, 2575.3, 8281.5, 8320, 8482.3, 8482.4, 8483.3, 8484.8, 8901, 8902, 11300, 11301, 14041.5, 14500, 14501, 14502.1, 14503, 14504, 14504.2, 14505, 14506, 14507, 14508, 14509, 32526, 33050, 41020, 41020.2, 41020.3, 41020.5, 41203.1, 41206.04, 41341, 41344.4, 41404.5, 41585, 42238.022, 42282, 42284, 42287, 44225.6, 44235, 44258.9, 44259, 44395, 44400, 44400.01, 44400.02, 44400.03, 44415, 44415.5, 44415.6, 44418, 45037, 45125.1, 46120, 46141, 46146, 46146.5, 46392, 47604.3, 47604.32, 47605, 47605.6, 47605.9, 47607, 47607.3, 48000, 51221.2, 51745.6, 51747.5, 52064.5, 52066, 52071, 52071.5, 52072, 52072.5, 53008, 53009, 54681, 54682, 54683, 54684, 56836.146, 56836.148, 60900.5, 66032.2, 69617, and 76004 of, to amend, renumber, and add Section 17076.11 of, to amend, repeal, and add Sections 44965, 45193, and 47607.2 of, to add Sections 1632, 2575.35, 2580, 2581, 2582, 2583, 8901.5, 8903, 17376, 41020.6, 44259.4, 44259.8, 44415.71, 44415.9, 44690.1, 46149, 49507, 51225.33, 52071.1, 52071.51, 53008.5, 53008.7, 53009.1, 53009.5, 54451, 54685.1, and 76001.5 to, to add Article 4 (commencing with Section 44475) to Chapter 3 of Part 25 of Division 3 of, and Article 11.5 (commencing with Section 51827) to Chapter 5 of Part 28 of Division 4 of, Title 2 of, to repeal Section 42252.1 of, and to repeal and add Sections 41020.8 and 44281 of, the Education Code, to amend Section 17581.6 of the Government Code, to amend Sections 143 and 162 of Chapter 44 of the Statutes of 2021, to amend Section 117 of Chapter 48 of the Statutes of 2023, to amend Section 81 of Chapter 8 of the Statutes of 2025, to repeal Section 55 of Chapter 13 of the Statutes of 2015, to repeal Section 135 of Chapter 44 of the Statutes of 2021, to repeal Section 137 of Chapter 52 of the Statutes of 2022, and to repeal Section 115 of Chapter 48 of the Statutes of 2023, relating to education finance, and making an appropriation therefor, to take effect immediately, bill related to the budget.

WI AB164

An act relating to the Budget Act of 2025. An act to amend Sections 2191 and 2811.5 of, and to add Sections 2190.4, 2454.7, and 3524.65 to, the Business and Professions Code, to amend Section 100520.5 of the Government Code, to amend Sections 1254, 1256.05, 1256.06, 1367.03, 1367.04, 1367.626, 1728.1, 1728.3, 1728.7, 1734, 1735, 11832.2, 11832.18, 11834.015, 11834.02, 11834.026, 11834.26, 11834.30, 11834.31, 11834.40, 11834.50, 11839.2, 11839.3, 11839.6.1, 11839.16, 120956, 127630, 127631, 127632, 127633, 127634, 127635, 127638, 130201, and 130290 of, to add Sections 1253.4, 1367.252, 1367.253, 1728.75, 1728.9, 1728.95, 127437, and 127631.1 to, to add Chapter 11 (commencing with Section 127770) to Part 2 of Division 107 of, and to repeal Sections 11834.29, 130204, 130206, 130208, and 130209 of, the Health and Safety Code, to amend Section 10133.8 of, and to add Sections 10123.861 and 10123.862 to, the Insurance Code, to amend Sections 1602, 1603, and 1604 of the Penal Code, to amend Section 30461.6 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, and to amend Sections 5892, 5963.02, 5963.04, 14005.36, 14005.37, 14007.5, 14007.65, 14007.8, 14016.2, 14019, 14019.6, 14043.26, 14132.100, 14154, 14184.101, 14184.102, 14184.200, 14184.404, 14197.2, and 15926 of, to amend, repeal, and add Sections 14005.62 and 14005.11 of, and to add Sections 4360.5, 5892.2, 14005.365, 14005.69, 14007.12, 14132.14, and 14184.900 to, the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to health, and making an appropriation therefor, to take effect immediately, bill related to the budget.

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