The WRA has several important pieces of pro-homeowner, pro-property owner and consumer-friendly legislation currently moving through the legislature. At REALTOR® & Government Day on March 2, you’ll have the unique opportunity to meet in person with your state lawmakers to lobby for these bills.
Background
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Right to Rent Bill (AB 583/SB 446): Allows homeowners to rent their homes for seven days or longer, subject to reasonable regulations.
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Unauthorized Practice of Law/Chapter 452 Modernization (AB 456/SB 375): Updates Chapter 452 of the Wisconsin Statutes to address a number of key issues impacting the real estate industry.
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Private Property Rights Package (AB 582/SB 464): Better protects private property rights by improving the regulatory environment at both the state and local levels.
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Landlord-Tenant Bill (AB 568/SB 445): Modifies current landlord-tenant law to better protect the interests of both tenants and landlords, including the option to expedite evictions for criminal activity.
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Chapter 30 Reform Package (AB 600/SB 459): Makes a number of changes to the Wisconsin statutes that regulate activities near navigable waterways.
The WRA engages in advocacy on behalf of REALTORS® and property owners through a variety of programs including the REALTORS® Political Action Committee and the Wisconsin Homeowners Alliance.