Wisconsin · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill

AB 447: Relating to: the use of videoconferencing technology in certain civil actions.

Did not advance Last action March 23, 2026: Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1

Plain-language summary

AB 447 is a bill introduced in the Wisconsin House on September 19, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to: the use of videoconferencing technology in certain civil actions. Primary sponsor: Todd Novak (Republican), Barbara Dittrich (Republican), Ben Franklin (Republican), Rick Gundrum (Republican), Brent Jacobson (Republican), Dean Kaufert (Republican), Joel Kitchens (Republican), Dan Knodl (Republican), Dave Maxey (Republican), Paul Melotik (Republican), Dave Murphy (Republican), Jeff Mursau (Republican), Amanda Nedweski (Republican), Jerry O'Connor (Republican), Jim Piwowarczyk (Republican), Lisa Subeck (Democratic), Chuck Wichgers (Republican), Travis Tranel (Republican). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (March 23, 2026): Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Todd Novak (Republican); Barbara Dittrich (Republican); Ben Franklin (Republican); Rick Gundrum (Republican); and 14 more. 2 co-sponsors.