Bill > AB282

This bill modifies the rules of proceedings for several types of local government bodies in Wisconsin, including county boards, town boards, village boards, and city common councils. Specifically, the bill prevents these governing bodies from implementing rules that would prohibit them from reconsidering an ordinance or resolution that is substantially similar or identical to a previous proposal that failed to pass, provided that at least two years have elapsed since the original vote. This change applies to county boards under Section 59.11, town boards under Section 60.20, village boards under Section 61.32, and city common councils under Section 62.11. The bill essentially ensures that local governments cannot permanently block the reconsideration of a previously failed proposal by establishing a mandatory two-year waiting period before the same or a similar measure can be brought up again. This provision aims to provide more flexibility in local government decision-making and prevent permanent roadblocks to potential legislative actions.

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https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/2025/proposals/reg/asm/bill/ab282