Environment
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- Potential for more structured water management
Risks
- Risk of insufficient oversight for sensitive water ecosystems
StateWisconsinTo Governor
AB 881: Relating to: water diversion or elevation projects in towns.
Duke Tucker
AB 881 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
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Overall Score
45OUT OF 100
Score:45/100 civic fit
Risk:Moderate Risk
Impact:Moderate Impact 45/100
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Constitutionality80%
Bipartisan20%
Public opinion50%
Bill summary
The bill sought to establish specific state-level regulatory standards for water diversion and elevation projects within town jurisdictions.
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Impact analysis
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Economy
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- Could streamline infrastructure projects for towns
Risks
- Possible increased costs for compliance or project delays
Society
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- Local control over water infrastructure projects
Risks
- Potential conflict between local town development and state-level water policy
Technology Industry
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How trustworthy & consequential it is
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Source
OpenStates
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Confidence
Low
Information is limited or incomplete.
Analysis basis
OpenStates summary
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Source note
The bill was vetoed by the Governor, indicating significant disagreement on the proposed regulatory approach
Analysis scope
Abstract information is insufficient to detail specific regulatory changes
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Where it stands
Official record- IntroducedComplete
- CommitteeComplete
- Chamber votesComplete
- Final agreementComplete
- GovernorCurrent
- EnactedUpcoming
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