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AB 896·WI·house

Relating to: local governmental consultation related to federal refugee resettlement and assistance. (FE)

In CommitteeFiled Jan 23, 2026
Sponsor: Hurd
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Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1

Jan 23, 2026

Summary

The bill creates a new statute that obligates city, village, town, county and school officials to promptly report any federal or nonprofit contact about refugee placement. It then triggers a series of notifications, meetings, a county‑wide committee, and a public hearing before any placement plan is finalized. The goal is to increase local transparency and input on refugee resettlement.

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