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WI SB798
WI SB798A wetland assured delineation program, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
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Introduced
12/22/2025
12/22/2025
In Committee
02/17/2026
02/17/2026
Crossed Over
02/11/2026
02/11/2026
Passed
04/06/2026
04/06/2026
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
04/06/2026
04/06/2026
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend 15.347 (22) (b) 9., 23.321 (5) (a) and 23.321 (5) (b) 1. (intro.); to create 23.321 (2d) of the statutes; relating to: a wetland assured delineation program.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a "wetland assured delineation program" where certified professionals, known as "assured delineators," can perform wetland delineations that have the same legal effect as those done by the Department of Natural Resources, meaning they won't require further confirmation by the department. To become an assured delineator, professionals must meet specific educational and experience requirements, complete training, and submit past delineation reports for review, with applications accepted annually. The department will oversee this program by reviewing assured delineators' work, conducting audits, and having the authority to revoke certifications for violations such as knowingly falsifying wetland boundaries or failing to follow proper delineation protocols. The bill also modifies existing laws to reflect this new program, including extending the effectiveness period for wetland delineations performed by assured delineators to 5 years, or 15 years if a federal determination is made.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (13)
Kristin Dassler-Alfheim (D)*,
Mary Felzkowski (R)*,
Dan Feyen (R)*,
André Jacque (R)*,
Elijah Behnke (R),
Steve Doyle (D),
Joy Goeben (R),
Chanz Green (R),
Dan Knodl (R),
Maureen McCarville (D),
Jeff Mursau (R),
David Steffen (R),
Chuck Wichgers (R),
Last Action
Published 4-3-2026 (on 04/06/2026)
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