Wisconsin 2025-2026 Regular Session

Wisconsin Assembly Bill AB457

Introduced
9/26/25  
Refer
9/26/25  
Report Pass
11/7/25  
Refer
11/7/25  
Engrossed
1/15/26  
Refer
1/16/26  
Enrolled
1/23/26  

Caption

An Act to amend 67.05 (6a) (a) 2. (intro.) and 121.91 (3) (a) 1.; to create 67.05 (6a) (a) 3. and 121.91 (3) (a) 3. of the statutes; Relating to: the conditions under which a school district may adopt a resolution to exceed its revenue limit. (FE)

Impact

The implementation of AB457 could have a notable impact on state laws concerning education funding. By allowing school districts the opportunity to exceed their revenue limits under specified conditions, the bill could help ensure that schools have the financial resources necessary to maintain quality education. This could be particularly important for districts in low-income areas that often face funding shortages, thereby enabling them to enhance their educational programs and support systems for students.

Summary

AB457 is a legislative bill that addresses the conditions under which a school district may adopt a resolution to exceed its revenue limit. This bill is significant as it outlines the procedural parameters and stipulations that school districts must adhere to if they wish to request additional funding beyond their established financial constraints. It aims to provide a structured approach for districts facing fiscal challenges that could impact their operational capabilities and educational services.

Contention

There may be points of contention surrounding AB457, particularly regarding how the revenue limit adjustments could affect overall state funding and budget allocations. Critics might argue that enabling districts to exceed revenue limits could lead to inequalities in education funding across the state, as wealthier districts may have better access to additional resources compared to those with fewer financial means. Additionally, there may be concerns about the potential implications for state budgetary control and fiscal discipline, with opponents worrying that this could set a precedent for future requests that could strain state financial resources.

Companion Bills

WI SB451

Crossfiled An Act to amend 67.05 (6a) (a) 2. (intro.) and 121.91 (3) (a) 1.; to create 67.05 (6a) (a) 3. and 121.91 (3) (a) 3. of the statutes; Relating to: the conditions under which a school district may adopt a resolution to exceed its revenue limit. (FE)

Previously Filed As

WI SB451

The conditions under which a school district may adopt a resolution to exceed its revenue limit. (FE)

WI AB100

An act to amend the Budget Act of 2023 (Chapters 12, 38, and 189 of the Statutes of 2023) by amending Items 5227-122-0001 and 7502-495 of Section 2.

WI HB1384

An Act to amend and reenact Items 5 and 6 and Enactments 14, 15, and 16 of Chapter 725 of the Acts of Assembly of 2025, which appropriates the public revenues for two years ending, respectively, on June 30, 2025, and June 30, 2026, and to amend Chapter 725 of the Acts of Assembly of 2025, which appropriates the public revenues for two years ending, respectively, on June 30, 2025, and June 30, 2026, by adding an item numbered 78.10 and by adding enactments numbered 17, 18, 19, and 20 which appropriates the public revenues for two years ending, respectively, on June 30, 2025, and June 30, 2026; and to provide for the submission to the voters of proposed amendments to the Constitution of Virginia by amending Section 6 of Article II and by adding in the Schedule a section numbered 6; and to repeal § 30-13 of the Code of Virginia, relating to the general appropriation act; Department of Elections.

WI AB104

An act to amend the Budget Act of 2025 (Chapters 4 and 5 of the Statutes of 2025) by amending Items 0540-103-0001, 0690-301-0001, 0977-401, 1700-001-0001, 3125-301-0140, 3125-301-6088, 3540-001-0001, 3790-111-0577, 3825-002-6088, 3970-492, 5180-101-0890, 5180-151-0001, 5180-151-0890, 6100-107-0001, 6440-001-0001, 6610-001-0001, 6870-101-0001, 6870-194-0001, and 7760-101-0001 of, adding Items 3340-490, 5225-493, 5225-494, 6100-492, and 6870-403 to, repealing Item 3125-301-0720 of, Section 2.

WI HB225

An Act Making Appropriations For The Expense Of The State Government For The Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2026; Specifying Certain Procedures, Conditions And Limitations For The Expenditure Of Such Funds; And Amending Certain Pertinent Statutory Provisions.

WI HB434

Exempt military driver's license applicants from driver's ed

WI HB100

An Act Making Appropriations For The Expense Of The State Government For The Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2026; Specifying Certain Procedures, Conditions And Limitations For The Expenditure Of Such Funds; And Amending Certain Pertinent Statutory Provisions.

WI SB225

An Act Making Appropriations For The Expense Of The State Government For The Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2027; Specifying Certain Procedures, Conditions And Limitations For The Expenditure Of Such Funds; And Amending Certain Pertinent Statutory Provisions.

WI HB184

Prescribe limitations on intercollegiate athlete contracts

WI HB900

A BILL to amend and reenact §§ 33.2-358, 33.2-371, 33.2-1524, 33.2-1524.1, 33.2-1526.1, 33.2-3401, 33.2-3402, 33.2-3403, 33.2-3502, 46.2-774, 58.1-602, 58.1-603, as it is currently effective and as it may become effective, 58.1-609.5, 58.1-609.11, 58.1-612, 58.1-623, 58.1-647, and 58.1-648 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 sections numbered 58.1-603.3 and 58.1-612.3, and by adding in Chapter 17 of Title 58.1 an article numbered 13, consisting of a section numbered 58.1-1749; and to amend Chapter 766 of the Acts of Assembly of 2013 by adding a nineteenth enactment, relating to sales and use tax on taxable services and digital personal property; taxes levied in certain transportation districts; funding for transportation.

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