Wisconsin has a protective legislative landscape for transgender individuals due to Governor Tony Evers' consistent vetoes of anti-trans legislation. While numerous anti-trans bills have been introduced (15 in 2023, multiple in 2024 and 2025), none have been enacted due to gubernatorial vetoes.
2023 (15 bills tracked):
2024:
2025 (5 bills vetoed on Trans Day of Visibility):
| Bill | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|
| AB 100/SB 117 | Anti-trans sports ban for K-12 schools, classifying teams by birth sex | Vetoed |
| AB 102/SB 116 | Anti-trans sports ban for University of Wisconsin and technical colleges | Vetoed |
| AB 103/SB 120 | Bans school staff from using preferred names/pronouns without parental consent | Vetoed |
| AB 104/SB 157 | Ban on gender-affirming care for trans youth | Vetoed |
| AB 400/SB 405 | Enables lawsuits over gender-affirming care | Vetoed |
| Name | Party | Chamber | Key Actions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gov. Tony Evers | D | Governor | Vetoed 5 anti-trans bills in 2025, preserved Medicaid coverage, pledged to veto all anti-LGBTQ+ measures |
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 15 anti-trans bills tracked - all vetoed |
| December 2023 | Gov. Evers vetoes AB 465 (gender-affirming care ban) |
| 2024 | Transgender sports ban vetoed; Medicaid coverage preserved |
| Trans Day of Visibility 2025 | Gov. Evers vetoes 5 anti-trans bills |
Last updated: 2026-04-02