GOP lawmakers pursue ways to take back control of administrative rulemaking

By: Baylor Spears

Outlets: Wisconsin Examiner

Published: February 5, 2026

Words: 581

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

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Republican lawmakers on Wednesday argued for a constitutional amendment proposal and a set of bills that would allow them greater say over the administrative rulemaking process.

The effort follows Wisconsin Supreme Court decisions in recent years that have limited lawmakers’ ability to restrict administrative rulemaking. The proposals are the result of a task force on administrative rulemaking organized by Assembly Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester).

Rep. Brent Jacobson (R-Mosinee), who chaired the task force, cited …

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