Wisconsin 2025-2026 Regular Session

Wisconsin Senate Bill SB177

Introduced
4/3/25  
Refer
4/3/25  

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 modifications introduced by SB177 are set to enhance the definition of 'qualified production property' under current tax law. This includes items such as uniforms, linens, and other laundered goods sold or leased to industrial and commercial users. By doing so, businesses in the linen supply and laundering sectors could benefit from greater fiscal incentives, which may lead to increased business activity and investment in Wisconsin's economy.

Summary

Senate Bill 177 introduces amendments to the Wisconsin statutes regarding the classification of linen supply and industrial laundering under property tax regulations. Specifically, the bill establishes new Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes for these industries, categorized under linen supply and industrial launderers. The proposed legislation aims to facilitate the assessment of properties within these industries as manufacturing properties, thus qualifying them for certain tax benefits related to manufacturing and agriculture tax credits.

Contention

While proponents may argue that the bill is a positive step toward supporting local businesses in the laundering sector, there could be points of contention regarding its implications for tax revenue. Additional reviews may be needed to evaluate whether supporting these industries with tax credits could strain state budgets or shift tax burdens among different sectors. Furthermore, discussions may arise about the fairness of expanding tax credits to specific industries while potentially neglecting others that also contribute significantly to the state's economy.

Companion Bills

WI AB183

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 AB183

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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