StateWisconsin

SB 424: Relating to: teacher preparatory programs.

Van WanggaardTo Governor

SB 424 status: To Governor — Failed to pass notwithstanding the objections of the Governor pursuant to Joint Rule 82 (updated May 13, 2026).

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What this bill does

Overall score

Score50/100 civic fit
RiskHigh risk
ImpactModerate impact 40/100

Bill summary

Official

The Senate is currently reviewing a new law about how colleges train people to become teachers.

Key analysis

Constitutionality80%
Bipartisan20%
Public opinion50%
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Impact analysis

Environment

Mixed / Neutral
50%

Benefits

  • No direct impact on environmental policy.

Risks

  • No direct impact on environmental policy.

Economy

Mixed / Neutral
50%

Benefits

  • No direct impact on the broader economy identified.

Risks

  • No direct impact on the broader economy identified.

Society

Mixed / Neutral
50%

Benefits

  • Potential for improved alignment between teacher training and classroom needs.

Risks

  • Risk of state interference in university curriculum and pedagogical autonomy.
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How trustworthy & consequential it is

Source

OpenStates

Confidence

low

low

Analysis status

OpenStates summary

Warning

Evidence is insufficient to confirm the specific impact on teacher training standards.

Limitation

Abstract provided is extremely vague and lacks specific legislative provisions.

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Where it stands

Introduced

Complete

Committee

Complete

Floor

Complete
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Governor

Current

Failed to pass notwithstanding the objections of the Governor pursuant to Joint Rule 82

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Enacted

Upcoming
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