SB 1181·WI·senate
Relating to: residency requirements for certain employees of a local governmental unit. (FE)
In CommitteeFiled Mar 19, 2026
Sponsor: Spreitzer
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Mar 19, 2026
Summary
The bill removes an existing residency rule and gives police, fire, city, village, county and school boards the authority to require their chief officers or administrators to live in a location they specify. It applies only to employees hired on the date the law takes effect. The change could affect where key local officials must reside, impacting hiring and housing decisions.
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