Relating to: the administration of the office of county sheriff and the appointment of county medical examiners. (FE)
Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1
Summary
The bill repeals and amends dozens of sections of Wisconsin law that relate to how county sheriff offices are run and how county medical examiners are appointed. It adds a new safeguard that deputy sheriffs cannot be suspended or dismissed without pay until a grievance or appeal is resolved, and it updates timing rules to align with collective bargaining agreements. The changes take effect on January 4, 2027.
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