Environment
No direct effect
Neutral — no direct effect identified.
Benefits
- No material direct effect identified.
Risks
- No material direct effect identified.
StateWisconsinTo Governor
AB 169: Relating to: various changes to the unemployment insurance law. (FE)
Dan Knodl
AB 169 status: To Governor — Failed to pass notwithstanding the objections of the Governor pursuant to Joint Rule 82 (updated May 13, 2026).
Source
OpenStates
Confidence
Low
Analysis basis
OpenStates summary
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What this bill does
Official summary alongside an AI-generated read on where it stands and why.
Overall Score
Not enough information
Score:Not enough information
Risk:Moderate Risk
Impact:Moderate Impact 65/100
Constitutionality85%
Bipartisan25%
Public opinion50%
Bill summary
What changes
The bill proposed various changes to Wisconsin's unemployment insurance law, including updates to how benefits are calculated and managed.
Who is affected
Unemployed workers, employers who contribute to the UI fund, and state administrative agencies.
Requirements and enforcement
Not stated in the available source.
Costs and funding
The bill included a fiscal estimate for the proposed changes, but specific figures were not provided in the abstract.
When it takes effect
The bill was processed during the 2025 legislative session.
Potential benefits
Potential for improved long-term fiscal solvency of the unemployment insurance system.
Risks and tradeoffs
Concerns regarding potential reduction in benefit access or stricter eligibility requirements for claimants.
What is still unknown
The specific nature of the UI rule changes, exact fiscal cost, and long-term impact on claimant eligibility are unknown.
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Impact analysis
✦ AI analysisModeled effects across six domains, estimated from bill text and comparable legislation.
Economy
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- Potential for improved UI program solvency
- Modernized benefit calculation methods
- Clearer administrative requirements
Risks
- Potential reduction in benefit levels
- Possible stricter eligibility criteria
- Uncertain impact on labor market participation
Society
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- Clarified rules for unemployment claimants
- Potentially more consistent benefit delivery
- Formalization of program updates
Risks
- Risk of decreased access for vulnerable groups
- Potential shortened benefit duration
- Increased documentation requirements for applicants
Technology Industry
No direct effect
Neutral — no direct effect identified.
Benefits
- No material direct effect identified.
Risks
- No material direct effect identified.
Civic Accountability
Not enough information
Not enough information to score this sector.
Benefits
- No material direct effect identified.
Risks
- No material direct effect identified.
Public Health & Safety
Not enough information
Not enough information to score this sector.
Benefits
- No material direct effect identified.
Risks
- No material direct effect identified.
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How trustworthy & consequential it is
Sourcing already shown above, this is what the analysis found worth flagging.
Source
OpenStates
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Confidence
Low
Information is limited or incomplete.
Analysis basis
OpenStates summary
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Source note
Specific eligibility and benefit changes cannot be verified without full bill text.
Analysis scope
Source provided is a summary abstract only.
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Where it stands
Official record- IntroducedComplete
- CommitteeComplete
- Chamber votesComplete
- Final agreementComplete
- GovernorCurrent
- EnactedUpcoming
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