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How a bill becomes a law in Wisconsin

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In June 2016, the WHPA Board approved the creation of a Legislative Watch Committee, headed by our Legislative Watch Chairperson. The LWC keeps up-to-date on state and national issues that may affect Wisconsin homeschool law. They watch, analyze, and call on members when action is needed.

So, how does a bill become a law in this state? How can we all cultivate relationships with our representatives to make it easy and productive to call when we have a concern?

Click here to see how a Bill becomes a Law in Wisconsin.

For much more detailed information and specific examples click here.

The Wisconsin State Legislature: How a Bill Becomes Law pamphlet (2016) [PDF]

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