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Introduced
04/25/2025
04/25/2025
In Committee
04/25/2025
04/25/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Relating to: declaration of the Economic Justice Bill of Rights.
AI Summary
This resolution is a declaration of the Economic Justice Bill of Rights for Wisconsin, which aims to address historical disparities and establish a comprehensive set of rights for all residents. The resolution outlines ten key rights, including the right to a dignified job with a living wage, quality public education, union representation, comprehensive healthcare, environmental sustainability, community infrastructure, financial equity, a fair justice system, civic participation, and life with self-determination regardless of documentation status. The document emphasizes the importance of these rights for all people in Wisconsin, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, ability status, immigration status, or country of origin. The resolution highlights the current legislative body's diversity and commitment to progressive policies, stating that these economic justice rights are essential for creating a prosperous state that works for everyone and upholding the fundamental principles of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
Sponsors (35)
Dianne Hesselbein (D)*,
LaTonya Johnson (D)*,
Chris Larson (D)*,
Kelda Roys (D)*,
Jeff Smith (D)*,
Mark Spreitzer (D)*,
Clint Anderson (D),
Mike Bare (D),
Jill Billings (D),
Brienne Brown (D),
Ryan Clancy (D),
Angelina Cruz (D),
Karen DeSanto (D),
Ben DeSmidt (D),
Joan Fitzgerald (D),
Francesca Hong (D),
Andrew Hysell (D),
Alex Joers (D),
Tara Johnson (D),
Darrin Madison (D),
Maureen McCarville (D),
Vincent Miresse (D),
Supreme Moore Omokunde (D),
Greta Neubauer (D),
Christian Phelps (D),
Ann Roe (D),
Joe Sheehan (D),
Christine Sinicki (D),
Lee Snodgrass (D),
Angela Stroud (D),
Shelia Stubbs (D),
Lisa Subeck (D),
Angelito Tenorio (D),
Randy Udell (D),
Robyn Vining (D),
Last Action
Representative Haywood added as a cosponsor (on 05/13/2025)
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/2025/proposals/reg/sen/joint_resolution/sjr33 |
BillText | https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/document/proposaltext/2025/REG/SJR33.pdf |
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