Ayes: 5 - Senators Bradley, Feyen, James, Ratcliff and Smith.
Noes: 0 - None.
Senate Bill 256
Relating to: delivery network couriers and transportation network drivers, Department of Financial Institutions’ approval to offer portable benefit accounts, providing for insurance coverage, modifying administrative rules related to accident and sickness insurance, and granting rule-making authority.
Ayes: 3 - Senators Bradley, Feyen and James.
Noes: 2 - Senators Ratcliff and Smith.
JULIAN BRADLEY
Chairperson
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Petitions and Communications
Pursuant to Wis. Stats. 13.172 (2) and (3), attached is the list of agency reports received from executive branch and legislative service agencies for the month of May, 2025
Department of Administration
State Council on Affirmative Action’s 2024 Annual Report
Pursuant to 230.46, Wis. Stats.
Received on May 2, 2025.
Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Board
Wisconsin Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Board Biennial Program Evaluation Report
Pursuant to 48.982 (7)(h), Wis. Stats.
Received on May 12, 2025.
Referred to the committee on Mental Health, Substance Abuse Prevention, Children and Families.
Wisconsin Elections Commission
Barriers Faced by Voters with Disabilities and Elderly Voters Report
Pursuant to 5.25 (4)(d), Wis. Stats.
Received on May 28, 2025.
Referred to the committee on Government Operations, Labor and Economic Development.
Department of Natural Resources
Wildlife Damage and Abatement Report
Pursuant to 29.889 (11)(b), Wis. Stats.
Received on May 28, 2025.
Referred to the committee on Natural Resources, Veteran and Military Affairs.
Wisconsin Council on Forestry
Council on Forestry 2023-'24 Biennial Report
Pursuant to 26.02 (2), Wis. Stats.
Received on May 28, 2025.
Referred to the committee on Insurance, Housing, Rural Issues and Forestry.
Department of Administration
Temporary Reallocation Letter 5.31.2025
Pursuant to 20.002 (11)(f), Wis. Stats.
Received on May 30, 2025.
Referred to the joint committee on Finance.
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Motions Under Senate Rule 98 and Joint Rule 7 for the Month of May 2025
_Hlk197071064The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senators Jesse James and Jeff Smith, and Representatives Clint Moses and Rob Summerfield, hereby congratulate David Andersen in celebration of these academic achievements. The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senators Jesse James and Jeff Smith, and Representatives Clint Moses and Rob Summerfield, hereby congratulate Eric Andreo in celebration of these academic achievements.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senators Jesse James and Jeff Smith, and Representatives Clint Moses and Rob Summerfield, hereby congratulate Keira Ayers in celebration of these academic achievements.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senator Dora Drake, hereby recognize and commend Ascension Fellowship Church on the occasion of its 10th anniversary, and thank the congregation for its meaningful contributions to the Hampton Heights community and the City of Milwaukee.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senators Jesse James and Jeff Smith, and Representatives Clint Moses and Rob Summerfield, hereby congratulate Rex Bently in celebration of his well-deserved retirement and wish him continued success in future endeavors.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senators Jesse James and Jeff Smith, and Representatives Clint Moses and Rob Summerfield, hereby congratulate Drew Bowe in celebration of these academic achievements.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senators Jesse James and Jeff Smith, and Representatives Clint Moses and Rob Summerfield, hereby congratulate Lora Bowe in celebration of her well-deserved retirement and wish her continued success in future endeavors.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senators Jesse James and Jeff Smith, and Representatives Clint Moses and Rob Summerfield, hereby congratulate Sarah Buchmann in celebration of these academic achievements.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senators Jesse James and Jeff Smith, and Representatives Clint Moses and Rob Summerfield, hereby congratulate Marilyn Burish in celebration of her well-deserved retirement and wish her continued success in future endeavors.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senators Jesse James and Jeff Smith, and Representatives Clint Moses and Rob Summerfield, hereby congratulate David Cooley in celebration of his well-deserved retirement and wish him continued success in future endeavors.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senators Jesse James and Jeff Smith, and Representatives Clint Moses and Rob Summerfield, hereby congratulate Heidi Culbertson in celebration of her well-deserved retirement and wish her continued success in future endeavors.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senators Jesse James and Jeff Smith, and Representatives Clint Moses and Rob Summerfield, hereby congratulate Lizzy Dallas in celebration of these academic achievements.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senators Jesse James and Jeff Smith, and Representatives Clint Moses and Rob Summerfield, hereby congratulate Anna Ebner in celebration of these academic achievements.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senator Jesse James and Representative Karen Hurd, hereby congratulate Lisa Eslinger in celebration of her well-deserved retirement and wish her continued success in future endeavors.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senators Jesse James and Jeff Smith, and Representatives Clint Moses and Rob Summerfield, hereby congratulate Quinton Felske in celebration of these academic achievements.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senators Jesse James and Jeff Smith, and Representatives Clint Moses and Rob Summerfield, hereby congratulate Pamela Frederick in celebration of her well-deserved retirement and wish her continued success in future endeavors.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senators Jesse James and Jeff Smith, and Representatives Clint Moses and Rob Summerfield, hereby congratulate Kendal Gaier in celebration of these academic achievements.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senator Jamie Wall, hereby recognize and commend Craig D. Gehlhoff for completing the Eagle Scout Rank requirements.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senators Jesse James and Jeff Smith, and Representatives Clint Moses and Rob Summerfield, hereby congratulate Jeanette Geissler in celebration of her well-deserved retirement and wish her continued success in future endeavors.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senators Jesse James and Jeff Smith, and Representatives Clint Moses and Rob Summerfield, hereby congratulate Amy Grenko in celebration of her well-deserved retirement and wish her continued success in future endeavors.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senator Jesse James and Representative Karen Hurd, hereby congratulate Kristie Gustafson in celebration of her well-deserved retirement and wish her continued success in future endeavors.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senators Jesse James and Jeff Smith, and Representatives Clint Moses and Rob Summerfield, hereby congratulate Chase Hanson in celebration of these academic achievements.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senators Jesse James and Jeff Smith, and Representatives Clint Moses and Rob Summerfield, hereby congratulate Olivia Heidtke in celebration of these academic achievements.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senators Julian Bradley and Brad Pfaff, and Representative Jill Billings, hereby commend and congratulate the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Women’s Gymnastics Team on winning the 2025 National Collegiate Gymnastics Association (NCGA) Championship Title.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senators Jesse James and Jeff Smith, and Representatives Clint Moses and Rob Summerfield, hereby congratulate Sheri Henneman in celebration of her well-deserved retirement and wish her continued success in future endeavors.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senator Jesse James and Representative Karen Hurd, hereby congratulate Polly Hoffmann in celebration of her well-deserved retirement and wish her continued success in future endeavors.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senator Jesse James and Representative Karen Hurd, hereby congratulate Nikki Holden in celebration of her well-deserved retirement and wish her continued success in future endeavors.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senators Jesse James and Jeff Smith, and Representatives Clint Moses and Rob Summerfield, hereby congratulate Robert Hoover in celebration of his well-deserved retirement and wish him continued success in future endeavors.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senator André Jacque, hereby commend and congratulate Bill Jartz on retiring after a 40-year broadcasting career and hereby declares May 23, 2025 as “Bill Jartz Day” in the 1st Senate District.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senators Jesse James and Jeff Smith, and Representatives Clint Moses and Rob Summerfield, hereby congratulate Scott Johnson in celebration of his well-deserved retirement and wish him continued success in future endeavors.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senator Jesse James and Representative Karen Hurd, hereby congratulate Krista Keech in celebration of her well-deserved retirement and wish her continued success in future endeavors.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senators Jesse James and Jeff Smith, and Representatives Clint Moses and Rob Summerfield, hereby congratulate Susan Kern in celebration of her well-deserved retirement and wish her continued success in future endeavors.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senators Jesse James and Jeff Smith, and Representatives Clint Moses and Rob Summerfield, hereby congratulate Sophia Koehler in celebration of these academic achievements.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of State Senator Julian Bradley, hereby commend Sue Kolve’s Salon & Day Spa on 40 years of serving the Coulee Region.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senators Jesse James and Jeff Smith, and Representatives Clint Moses and Rob Summerfield, hereby congratulate Robert Kremer in celebration of his well-deserved retirement and wish him continued success in future endeavors.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senators Jesse James and Jeff Smith, and Representatives Clint Moses and Rob Summerfield, hereby congratulate Andrew Kressin in celebration of these academic achievements.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senators Jesse James and Jeff Smith, and Representatives Clint Moses and Rob Summerfield, hereby congratulate Heidi Kuepfer in celebration of her well-deserved retirement and wish her continued success in future endeavors.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senators Jesse James and Jeff Smith, and Representatives Clint Moses and Rob Summerfield, hereby congratulate Jeff Kvapil in celebration of his well-deserved retirement and wish him continued success in future endeavors.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senators Jesse James and Jeff Smith, and Representatives Clint Moses and Rob Summerfield, hereby congratulate Jennifer Loomis in celebration of her well-deserved retirement and wish her continued success in future endeavors.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senators Jesse James and Jeff Smith, and Representatives Clint Moses and Rob Summerfield, hereby congratulate Vyse Lor in celebration of these academic achievements.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senator Dora Drake, hereby commend Mixed Generation for 31 years of service, inspiration, and community leadership, and extend best wishes for continued success.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senators Jesse James and Jeff Smith, and Representatives Clint Moses and Rob Summerfield, hereby congratulate Brant Malaney in celebration of these academic achievements.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senators Jesse James and Jeff Smith, and Representatives Clint Moses and Rob Summerfield, hereby congratulate Charlize Martin in celebration of these academic achievements.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senator Julian Bradley, hereby commend Coach Jenna Matz on both her impressive achievements and her ongoing pursuit of coaching excellence at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse.
The Members of the Wisconsin Senate, on the motion of Senator Romaine Quinn, hereby acknowledge and celebrate the life and service of William Charles Metnik.
