Wisconsin · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill

AB 281: Relating to: the employment eligibility verification program and granting rule-making authority. (FE)

Vetoed Last action May 13, 2026: Failed to pass notwithstanding the objections of the Governor pursuant to Joint Rule 82

Plain-language summary

AB 281 is a bill introduced in the Wisconsin House on May 30, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to: the employment eligibility verification program and granting rule-making authority. (FE). Primary sponsor: Jim Piwowarczyk (Republican), Lindee Brill (Republican), Rob Brooks (Republican), Barbara Dittrich (Republican), Joy Goeben (Republican), Dan Knodl (Republican), Rob Kreibich (Republican), Dave Maxey (Republican), Paul Melotik (Republican), Dave Murphy (Republican), Jeff Mursau (Republican), David Steffen (Republican), Chuck Wichgers (Republican). It lists 4 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (May 13, 2026): Failed to pass notwithstanding the objections of the Governor pursuant to Joint Rule 82.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Jim Piwowarczyk (Republican); Lindee Brill (Republican); Rob Brooks (Republican); Barbara Dittrich (Republican); and 9 more. 4 co-sponsors.