An Act to amend 767.117 (1) (c), 767.215 (2) (j) 1., 767.41 (6) (h) 3., 767.481 (1) (a), 767.481 (1) (d) and 767.481 (5); to create 767.001 (1fm) of the statutes; Relating to: calculation of miles for purposes of relocation of a child 100 miles or more from the other parent in an action affecting the family.
Sponsored By: David Armstrong (Republican), Robert Brooks (Republican), Joy Goeben (Republican), Daniel Knodl (Republican), Jeffrey Mursau (Republican), Chuck Wichgers (Republican)
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Bill Overview
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2 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 0 costs, 2 mixed.
Parents need court OK to move 100 driving miles
The law defines “driving miles” as road distance and uses it for the 100‑mile rule. You may not move with the child 100 driving miles or more from the other parent without that parent's consent or a court order (except cases under s. 767.001(1)(g) or (h)). If both parents have court‑ordered placement, you must file a motion and get a court order before such a move. You also may not take the child out of Wisconsin for more than 90 straight days or conceal the child without consent or a court order. Parents can file a written agreement to allow the move and set custody and travel‑cost terms; the court adopts it unless not in the child's best interest.
Simpler notice when 100+ driving miles apart
If you and the other parent already live more than 100 driving miles apart, you do not need to file a motion to move. You must give the other parent written notice at least 60 days before moving. The notice must list the move date and your new address.
Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsors
David Armstrong
Republican • House
Robert Brooks
Republican • House
Joy Goeben
Republican • House
Daniel Knodl
Republican • House
Jeffrey Mursau
Republican • House
Chuck Wichgers
Republican • House
Cosponsors
André Jacque
Republican • Senate
Jerry O'Connor
Republican • House
William Penterman
Republican • House
Roll Call Votes
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Actions Timeline
Published 12-10-2025
12/10/2025HouseReport approved by the Governor on 12-9-2025. 2025 Wisconsin Act 81
12/10/2025HousePresented to the Governor on 12-4-2025
12/4/2025HouseReport correctly enrolled on 10-15-2025
10/15/2025HouseReceived from Senate concurred in
10/14/2025HouseOrdered immediately messaged
10/14/2025SenateRead a third time and concurred in
10/14/2025SenateRules suspended to give bill its third reading
10/14/2025SenateOrdered to a third reading
10/14/2025SenateRead a second time
10/14/2025SenatePlaced on calendar 10-14-2025 pursuant to Senate Rule 18(1)
10/13/2025SenateAvailable for scheduling
10/10/2025SenateReport concurrence recommended by Committee on Mental Health, Substance Abuse Prevention, Children and Families, Ayes 5, Noes 0
10/10/2025SenateExecutive action taken
10/2/2025SenatePublic hearing held
9/4/2025SenateRead first time and referred to committee on Mental Health, Substance Abuse Prevention, Children and Families
6/27/2025SenateReceived from Assembly
6/24/2025SenateOrdered immediately messaged
6/24/2025HouseRead a third time and passed
6/24/2025HouseRules suspended
6/24/2025HouseOrdered to a third reading
6/24/2025HouseRead a second time
6/24/2025HouseRepresentative O'Connor added as a coauthor
6/24/2025HouseWithdrawn from Committee on Rules and referred to calendar of 6-24-2025
6/20/2025HouseReferred to committee on Rules
6/6/2025House
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