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Introduced
10/24/2025
10/24/2025
In Committee
12/17/2025
12/17/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Current law provides that a health care provider who conducts an examination to gather evidence regarding a sex offense may apply to the Department of Justice for an award to cover the costs of the examination. Under current law, the costs of the examination include the examination itself, any procedure during the examination that tests for or prevents a sexually transmitted disease, and medication provided or prescribed during the examination that prevents or treats a sexually transmitted disease. This bill adds the costs of a prophylaxis provided or prescribed during that examination that reduces the risk of or prevents human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) if the person performing the examination believes that exposure to HIV could be a consequence of the sex offense.
AI Summary
This bill amends existing Wisconsin law to expand the definition of "examination costs" for sexual assault forensic examinations to include prophylaxis (preventive medical treatments) that reduce the risk of or prevent Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) when the healthcare provider performing the examination believes HIV exposure could be a potential consequence of the sexual assault. Specifically, the bill updates two sections of state statute to allow healthcare providers to seek reimbursement from the Department of Justice for HIV prophylaxis administered during a forensic examination, in addition to existing allowances for sexually transmitted disease testing and treatment. This change ensures that victims of sexual assault can receive comprehensive preventive medical care without incurring personal financial burden, recognizing the potential health risks that may arise from a sexual offense. The bill maintains existing restrictions that prohibit reimbursement for processing, administrative costs, attorney fees, or other peripheral expenses related to the examination.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (16)
Elijah Behnke (R)*,
Barbara Dittrich (R)*,
Russell Goodwin (D)*,
Rick Gundrum (R)*,
Joel Kitchens (R)*,
Maureen McCarville (D)*,
Paul Melotik (R)*,
Todd Novak (R)*,
Lori Palmeri (D)*,
Jim Piwowarczyk (R)*,
Christine Sinicki (D)*,
Pat Snyder (R)*,
Angela Stroud (D)*,
Shelia Stubbs (D)*,
Mark Spreitzer (D),
Van Wanggaard (R),
Last Action
Laid on the table (on 02/12/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/2025/proposals/reg/asm/bill/ab573 |
| AB573 ROCP for Committee on Health, Aging and Long-Term Care | https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/2025/related/records/assembly/health_aging_and_long_term_care/1958988.pdf |
| BillText | https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/document/proposaltext/2025/REG/AB573.pdf |
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