Wisconsin · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill

SB 844: Relating to: forensic examinations done on a crime victim to gather evidence, modifying administrative rules relating to reimbursement for forensic examinations, and making an appropriation. (FE)

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

Plain-language summary

SB 844 is a bill introduced in the Wisconsin Senate on January 15, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to: forensic examinations done on a crime victim to gather evidence, modifying administrative rules relating to reimbursement for forensic examinations, and making an appropriation. (FE). Primary sponsor: Dora Drake (Democratic), LaTonya Johnson (Democratic), Kristin Dassler-Alfheim (Democratic), Melissa Ratcliff (Democratic), Mark Spreitzer (Democratic). It lists 14 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (March 23, 2026): Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Dora Drake (Democratic); LaTonya Johnson (Democratic); Kristin Dassler-Alfheim (Democratic); Melissa Ratcliff (Democratic); and 1 more. 14 co-sponsors.