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Wisconsin Assembly Bill AJR108
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Wisconsin 2025-2026 Regular Session

Wisconsin Assembly Bill AJR108

Introduced
10/24/25  
Refer
10/24/25  

Caption

To create section 27 of article I of the constitution; Relating to: equality of rights on the basis of sex, gender identity, race, color, sexual orientation, disability, religion, national origin, marital status, family status, age, ancestry, or any other immutable characteristic and creating a private cause of action for violations of those rights by state actors (first consideration).

Impact

The potential implementation of AJR108 would have far-reaching implications on state laws concerning civil rights. By enshrining the protection of rights based on diverse characteristics within the state constitution, the bill seeks to combat discrimination more effectively and systematically. The establishment of a private cause of action means that affected individuals would have the ability to hold state entities accountable, which can lead to enhanced enforcement of these rights and significant changes in how state agencies and entities operate in relation to marginalized groups.

Summary

AJR108, also known as the Equality Rights Amendment, aims to establish and ensure equality of rights for individuals based on various immutable characteristics, including sex, gender identity, race, color, sexual orientation, disability, religion, national origin, marital status, family status, age, and ancestry. This resolution also seeks to create a legal avenue for private individuals to pursue actions against state actors who violate these rights. The amendment represents a significant shift in the protection of individual rights, aiming to fortify existing anti-discrimination laws by providing clearer and more formalized protections.

Contention

Discussions surrounding AJR108 reflect a polarized environment regarding the expansion of civil rights protections. Supporters argue that the amendment is a necessary progression towards inclusivity and equality, providing critical protections for vulnerable populations. However, detractors raise concerns about the potential for it to lead to increased litigation against the state, which they argue could strain resources and encourage a culture of litigation. This opposition often stems from broader ideological beliefs about the role of government in regulating rights and identities, making the path forward for AJR108 complex and contentious.

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Companion Bills

WI SJR98

Crossfiled Equality of rights on the basis of sex, gender identity, race, color, sexual orientation, disability, religion, national origin, marital status, family status, age, ancestry, or any other immutable characteristic and creating a private cause of action for violations of those rights by state actors (first consideration).

Previously Filed As

WI SJR98

Equality of rights on the basis of sex, gender identity, race, color, sexual orientation, disability, religion, national origin, marital status, family status, age, ancestry, or any other immutable characteristic and creating a private cause of action for violations of those rights by state actors (first consideration).

WI A00317

Prohibits peremptory challenges of prospective jurors based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, religion, religious practice, age, disability, or sexual orientation.

WI S02491

Prohibits peremptory challenges of prospective jurors based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, religion, religious practice, age, disability, or sexual orientation.

WI S04569

Prohibits discrimination during the appraisal of real property because of the age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status or status as a victim of domestic violence.

WI S01728

Requires the modification of restrictive covenants prior to the sale of real property when covenants, conditions and restrictions exist which discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, familial status, marital status, disability, national origin, source of income or ancestry.

WI A01820

Requires the modification of restrictive covenants prior to the sale of real property when covenants, conditions and restrictions exist which discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, familial status, marital status, disability, national origin, source of income or ancestry.

WI S03178

Requires the modification of restrictive covenants prior to the sale of real property when covenants, conditions and restrictions exist which discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, familial status, marital status, disability, national origin, source of income or ancestry.

WI A00459

Expands the definition of acts of terror to include those committed against individuals or private or public property based on a belief or perception regarding race, color, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, religion, religious practice, age, disability or sexual orientation associated with such.

WI S03888

Relates to the determination of damages in a civil action arising from personal injury or wrongful death; provides that damages shall not be reduced because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status, or status as a victim of domestic violence; provides that damages shall not be based on statistical tables unless agreed to by all parties.

WI A05379

Relates to the determination of damages in a civil action arising from personal injury or wrongful death; provides that damages shall not be reduced because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status, or status as a victim of domestic violence; provides that damages shall not be based on statistical tables unless agreed to by all parties.

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