SB357Wisconsin2025 sessionFailed / Dead
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)
Plain-language summary
Establishes English as Wisconsin's official state language and permits the use of artificial intelligence or other machine-assisted translation tools in place of appointed interpreters for government proceedings and communications.
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History
Jun 27, 2025
SIntroduced
Jun 27, 2025
SRead first time and referred to Committee on Government Operations, Labor and Economic Development
Jul 15, 2025
SFiscal estimate received
Jan 15, 2026
SRepresentative Steffen added as a cosponsor
Mar 12, 2026
SSenate Amendment 1 offered by Senator Jacque
Mar 23, 2026
SFailed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1
Progress
Introduced
Engrossed
Enrolled
Passed
Signed into law
Failed / DeadMar 23, 2026
Sponsors
AJ
Sen. Andre Jacque (R)Prime sponsor
SN
Sen. Steve Nass (R)
DM
Rep. David Murphy (R)
JO
Rep. Jerry O'Connor (R)
RG
Rep. Rick Gundrum (R)
DM
Rep. Dave Maxey (R)
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