Wisconsin 2025-2026 Regular Session

Wisconsin Senate Bill SB1157

Introduced
3/19/26  
Refer
3/19/26  

Caption

An Act to amend 11.0204 (1) (a) 3., 11.0304 (1) (a) 3., 11.0404 (1) (a) 3., 11.0504 (1) (a) 3., 11.0604 (1) (a) 3., 11.0704 (1) (b) 2., 11.0804 (1) (a) 2. and 11.0904 (1) (a) 3. of the statutes; Relating to: reporting a contributor’s place of employment.

Impact

By reducing the contribution threshold for disclosure, SB1157 is expected to increase the amount of information available about campaign finance sources. This change reflects a move towards greater accountability and could potentially dissuade anonymous donations. The modification in the reporting requirement emphasizes the importance of knowing who financially supports candidates and political parties, thereby contributing to informed voting choices among constituents. However, it may increase the administrative burden on committees tasked with compliance.

Summary

Senate Bill 1157 seeks to amend existing state laws surrounding campaign finance contributions by lowering the threshold at which individuals must report their principal place of employment and occupation. Currently, contributors aggregating over $200 in contributions are required to disclose this information. SB1157 changes this threshold to contributions over $100. The bill aims to enhance transparency in campaign financing, making it easier for the public to understand the affiliations of those contributing to political campaigns.

Contention

The bill has sparked discussions among legislators regarding its potential implications. Proponents argue that it fosters a more transparent political process, allowing voters to see who is funding campaigns and making it more difficult for special interest groups to operate in the shadows. Conversely, opponents express concerns that reducing the contribution threshold could lead to an excessive amount of reported data that complicates the oversight of campaign finances. They worry that this could overwhelm smaller committees with reporting requirements, hindering political participation.

Companion Bills

WI AB1202

Crossfiled An Act to amend 11.0204 (1) (a) 3., 11.0304 (1) (a) 3., 11.0404 (1) (a) 3., 11.0504 (1) (a) 3., 11.0604 (1) (a) 3., 11.0704 (1) (b) 2., 11.0804 (1) (a) 2. and 11.0904 (1) (a) 3. of the statutes; Relating to: reporting a contributor’s place of employment.

Previously Filed As

WI HB606

An Act to amend and reenact §§ 32.1-102.2, 32.1-102.4, and 32.1-276.5 of the Code of Virginia, relating to medical care facility data reporting; value of charity care.

WI HB437

An Act to amend and reenact §§ 38.2-1845.1, 38.2-1845.10, 38.2-1845.11, 38.2-1845.12, 38.2-1845.13, 38.2-1845.14, 38.2-1845.16, 38.2-1845.18, 38.2-1845.20, 38.2-1845.21, and 38.2-1845.23 of the Code of Virginia and to amend the Code of Virginia by adding in Article 4.1 of Chapter 18 of Title 38.2 a section numbered 38.2-1845.24, relating to insurance; standards of conduct for licensed public adjusters; unauthorized practice of public adjusting.

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 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 HB637

An Act to amend and reenact §§ 3.2-4113, 4.1-1604, 18.2-36.3, 18.2-250, 18.2-251, 18.2-251.03 through 18.2-251.1:3, 18.2-308.1:5, 19.2-327.15, 32.1-45.4, and 54.1-3466 of the Code of Virginia and to amend the Code of Virginia by adding a section numbered 18.2-250.01, relating to possession of residue of a controlled substance; penalties; exceptions.

WI HB65

An Act to amend and reenact §§ 2.2-3705.6, 2.2-3711, as it is currently effective and as it shall become effective, 3.2-1100, 3.2-1104, 3.2-1105, 3.2-1106, 10.1-1458, and 15.2-2103.1 of the Code of Virginia and to repeal Chapter 12 (§§ 3.2-1200 through 3.2-1217) of Title 3.2 of the Code of Virginia, relating to Apple Board; repeal.

WI AB1513

Election procedures: certified mail and superior courts.

WI HB244

A BILL to amend and reenact §§ 16.1-309.1, 16.1-330.1, 17.1-805, 18.2-46.1, 18.2-50.3, 18.2-90, 19.2-297.1, 53.1-40.02, 53.1-131.2, 53.1-151, 53.1-165.1, and 53.1-202.3 of the Code of Virginia, relating to robbery.

WI HB4933

Occupations: employment agencies; deregulation of personnel agencies; provide for. Amends secs. 303a & 411 of 1980 PA 299 (MCL 339.303a & 339.411) & repeals art. 10 of 1980 PA 299 (MCL 339.1001 - 339.1022) & sec. 27 of 1979 PA 152 (MCL 338.2227).

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