Wisconsin 2025-2026 Regular Session

Wisconsin Assembly Bill AB183

Introduced
4/15/25  
Refer
4/15/25  
Report Pass
5/8/25  
Refer
5/8/25  

Caption

An Act to create 70.995 (2) (vb) and (vd), 71.07 (5n) (a) 9. d. and 71.28 (5n) (a) 9. d. of the statutes; Relating to: standard industrial classification codes for linen supply and industrial launderers and modifying the manufacturing and agriculture tax credit. (FE)

Impact

The passage of AB183 empowers businesses involved in the linen supply and industrial laundering sectors to access the same tax credits and exemptions available to traditional manufacturing entities. By modifying existing statutes, specifically in sections related to property tax and tax credits, the bill is set to enhance the financial viability of such establishments, potentially leading to increased investment and job creation within these sectors, which are essential for various industries including healthcare and hospitality.

Summary

Assembly Bill 183 (AB183) introduced in the Wisconsin Legislature focuses on the addition of standard industrial classification (SIC) codes for linen supply and industrial laundering within certain statutory frameworks. The bill aims to categorize linen supply and industrial launders as manufacturing industries for the purposes of property assessment and tax benefits. This reclassification allows property used for these services to be recognized under manufacturing property, which aligns with current industry practices and the economic realities of these businesses.

Contention

While the bill seeks to streamline tax benefits for specific industries, it may face opposition regarding the impacts this change could have on state tax revenue. Critics could argue that expanding the definition of qualified production property to include these services may decrease overall tax collections from other sectors. Additionally, there could be concerns surrounding the equitable treatment of various industries, with potential arguments from sectors not included in this reclassification that their tax obligations may unfairly increase as a result.

Companion Bills

WI SB177

Crossfiled An Act to create 70.995 (2) (vb) and (vd), 71.07 (5n) (a) 9. d. and 71.28 (5n) (a) 9. d. of the statutes; Relating to: standard industrial classification codes for linen supply and industrial launderers and modifying the manufacturing and agriculture tax credit. (FE)

Previously Filed As

WI SB177

Standard industrial classification codes for linen supply and industrial launderers and modifying the manufacturing and agriculture tax credit. (FE)

WI SB0599

Industrial Hemp: licenses; licensing and regulations for processing, brokering, and marketing industrial hemp, supplying industrial hemp seed, and engaging in wholesale of industrial hemp products; create. Creates new act & repeals 2014 PA 547 (MCL 286.841 - 286.859). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0600'25, SB 0601'25, SB 0602'25

WI LD2230

An Act to Invest in the Construction of Industrialized Housing

WI HB1532

AN ACT Relating to authorizing funding tools to mitigate the impact of sales tax sourcing and enhance community vitality in certain cities that host industrial and warehousing industries that are vital to the statewide economy;

WI SB361

To Create The Industrial Development Authorities Expansion Act; And To Provide For The Creation Of Industrial Development Authorities To Secure And Develop Industry And Foster Economic Development.

WI HB5040

Industrial Hemp: licenses; licensing and regulations for processing, brokering, and marketing industrial hemp, supplying industrial hemp seed, and engaging in wholesale of industrial hemp products; create. Creates new act & repeals 2014 PA 547 (MCL 286.841 - 286.859). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5041'25, HB 5042'25, HB 5043'25

WI HB4964

Industrial Hemp: licenses; licensing and regulations for processing, brokering, and marketing industrial hemp, supplying industrial hemp seed, and engaging in wholesale of industrial hemp products; create. Creates new act & repeals 2014 PA 547 (MCL 286.841 - 286.859). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4965'25, HB 4966'25, HB 4967'25

WI SB5518

Authorizing funding tools to mitigate the impact of sales tax sourcing in certain cities that host industrial and warehousing industries.

WI H5651

Industrial Motor Service of Anderson

WI SB187

Provides for the creation of the St. Martin Parish Economic and Industrial Development District. (8/1/25)

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