The WRA recently passed four important pieces of pro-homeowner, pro-property owner and consumer-friendly legislation in Madison. Your support and advocacy for these issues makes continued legislative success possible. Thank you! 

Background

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, including creating an independent contractor safe harbor. Status: passed.

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. Status: passed.

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. Status: passed.

Chapter 30 Reform Package (AB 600/SB 459): Makes a number of changes to the Wisconsin statutes that regulate activities near navigable waterways. Status: passed.

What's in play

Four pieces of legislation that are beneficial to the Wisconsin real estate climate.

Bill status

All four pieces of legislation passed and are awaiting Gov. Walker's signature.

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.