Wisconsin · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill

SB 357: 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)

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

Plain-language summary

SB 357 is a bill introduced in the Wisconsin Senate on June 27, 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: André Jacque (Republican), Steve Nass (Republican). It lists 7 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (March 23, 2026): Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: André Jacque (Republican); Steve Nass (Republican). 7 co-sponsors.