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WisconsinSB2482025-2026 Wisconsin Legislature (Biennial Session)Senate
An Act to amend 343.30 (1q) (b) 3., 343.30 (1q) (b) 4. and 343.305 (10) (b) 2.; to create 343.301 (6) of the statutes; Relating to: license eligibility and restriction extensions relating to ignition interlock devices.
Sponsored By: Dan Feyen (Republican), Rob Hutton (Republican), Chris Larson (Democratic), Brad Pfaff (Democratic), Cory Tomczyk (Republican), Van Wanggaard (Republican)
Became Law
Sen Bill 248Drunken drivingFinesMotor vehicle -- Driver's licenseMotor vehicle -- EquipmentMotorcycleSentences and penaltiesTransportationDepartment of -- Vehicles
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Longer interlock time and higher penalties
Each qualifying ignition interlock event that happens 60 or more days after installation adds 180 days to your restriction. Qualifying events include tampering, removing the device without approval, service lockouts, trying to start with alcohol at 0.020 g per 210 L or more, missed random tests without an image excuse, and failed confirmation retests. A failed or skipped retest, or a breath over 0.020 g per 210 L, counts as a violation; a passing immediate retest or a pass after a bypass check does not. If you violate the interlock law, the fine is $350 to $1,100 and jail is 5 to 180 days.
Drunk driving revocations and work license
Courts revoke your license for OWI-related cases. With two counted offenses, revocation is 1 to 18 months. With three or more, revocation is 2 to 3 years. If you are convicted of an ignition interlock violation, revocation is 1 to 18 months. After the first 45 days, you can be eligible for an occupational (work) license if you finish the assessment and follow the driver safety plan. For a first improper refusal, revocation is one year; after 30 days you can get an occupational license if you install an ignition interlock device on any vehicle you operate. An occupational license cannot let you drive vehicles you are barred from or vehicle classes you were not licensed to drive when revoked.
Interlock on your vehicles, you pay costs
A court order can limit you to driving Class D vehicles that have an ignition interlock and can forbid you from driving motorcycles (Class M). The order can require an interlock on each vehicle you own or that is in your name on the registration. You must pay reasonable installation and maintenance costs. If you remove the device without proof that your driving privilege was restored, you must pay to reinstall it.
New interlock reporting and rebuttal process
When your interlock order is set to end, you must return for final service and a data review. The provider must finish the review within 7 business days after the data download. If a reportable event is found, the Department extends your order and sends you written notice; the extension starts 10 days after that notice. You can file a written rebuttal within 15 business days, and the provider must decide within 7 business days and tell you and the Department; if reversed, the extension is removed. The Department must clear a reported violation if your provider shows it was a device malfunction not caused by you. The Department runs an electronic system; providers must report start dates, real-time usage and violations, and final compliance. You must give your provider the conviction county, your case number, and the interlock start and end dates.
Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsors
Dan Feyen
Republican • Senate
Rob Hutton
Republican • Senate
Chris Larson
Democratic • Senate
Brad Pfaff
Democratic • Senate
Cory Tomczyk
Republican • Senate
Van Wanggaard
Republican • Senate
Cosponsors
Deb Andraca
Democratic • House
Brent Jacobson
Republican • House
Robert Brooks
Republican • House
Tim Carpenter
Democratic • Senate
Barbara Dittrich
Republican • House
Joy Goeben
Republican • House
Jenna Jacobson
Democratic • House
Dean Kaufert
Republican • House
Daniel Knodl
Republican • House
Dave Maxey
Republican • House
David Murphy
Republican • House
Jeffrey Mursau
Republican • House
Jerry O'Connor
Republican • House
William Penterman
Republican • House
Jim Piwowarczyk
Republican • House
Kelda Roys
Democratic • Senate
Patrick Snyder
Republican • House
John Spiros
Republican • House
Mark Spreitzer
Democratic • Senate
Lisa Subeck
Democratic • House
Randy Udell
Democratic • House
Roll Call Votes
Senate vote • 3/17/2026
Assembly Substitute Amendment 1 concurred in, Ayes 33, Noes 0
Yes: 33 • No: 0
Actions Timeline
Published 4-9-2026
4/9/2026SenateReport approved by the Governor on 4-8-2026. 2025 Wisconsin Act 210
4/9/2026SenatePresented to the Governor on 4-2-2026
4/2/2026SenateSenator Spreitzer added as a coauthor
3/19/2026SenateReport correctly enrolled
3/18/2026SenateLRB correction (Assembly Substitute Amendment 1)
3/18/2026SenateAction ordered immediately messaged
3/17/2026SenateSenator Carpenter added as a coauthor
3/17/2026SenateAssembly Substitute Amendment 1 concurred in, Ayes 33, Noes 0
3/17/2026SenatePlaced on calendar 3-17-2026 pursuant to Senate Rule 18(1)
3/16/2026SenateReceived from Assembly amended and concurred in as amended, Assembly Substitute Amendment 1 adopted
2/19/2026SenateOrdered immediately messaged
2/18/2026HouseRead a third time and concurred in as amended
2/18/2026HouseRules suspended
2/18/2026HouseOrdered to a third reading
2/18/2026HouseAssembly Substitute Amendment 1 adopted
2/18/2026HouseAssembly Substitute Amendment 1 offered by Representative Spiros
2/18/2026HouseRead a second time
2/18/2026HouseAssembly Amendment 1 offered by Representative Neubauer
2/18/2026HouseMade a special order of business at 1:17 PM on 2-18-2026 pursuant to Assembly Resolution 13
2/17/2026HouseRead first time and referred to committee on Rules
2/17/2026HouseReceived from Senate
1/22/2026HouseOrdered immediately messaged
1/21/2026SenateRead a third time and passed
1/21/2026SenateRules suspended to give bill its third reading
1/21/2026Senate
Bill Text
Assembly Substitute Amendment 1
2/18/2026
Senate Substitute Amendment 1
1/13/2026
Bill Text
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