Wisconsin · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill

AB 377: Relating to: establishing English as the official state language, use of artificial intelligence or other machine-assisted translation tools in lieu of appointing English language interpreters, and use of English for governmental oral and written communication and for nongovernmental purposes. (FE)

Passed one chamber Last action March 23, 2026: Failed to concur in pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1

Plain-language summary

AB 377 is a bill introduced in the Wisconsin House on July 17, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to: establishing English as the official state language, use of artificial intelligence or other machine-assisted translation tools in lieu of appointing English language interpreters, and use of English for governmental oral and written communication and for nongovernmental purposes. (FE). Primary sponsor: Dave Murphy (Republican), Elijah Behnke (Republican), Rob Brooks (Republican), Rick Gundrum (Republican), Rob Kreibich (Republican), Dave Maxey (Republican), Jerry O'Connor (Republican). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (March 23, 2026): Failed to concur in pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Dave Murphy (Republican); Elijah Behnke (Republican); Rob Brooks (Republican); Rick Gundrum (Republican); and 3 more. 2 co-sponsors.