Jeffrey Mursau, Wisconsin State Representative of 36th District | Facebook
Jeffrey Mursau, Wisconsin State Representative of 36th District | Facebook
According to the Wisconsin State Legislature's official website, the bill was described as follows: "operation of all-terrain and utility terrain vehicles, off-highway motorcycles, and snowmobiles and revision of the Department of Transportation highway maintenance manual".
The following is our breakdown, based on the actual bill text, and may include interpretation to clarify its provisions.
In essence, this bill makes several legislative amendments concerning the operation of all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), utility terrain vehicles (UTVs), off-highway motorcycles (OHMs), and snowmobiles. It modifies existing laws to include prohibitions against reckless or negligent driving that could endanger life or property, allowing courts to impose treble damages for property impairment. The bill removes the 1,000-foot crossing limit for ATVs and UTVs on bridges, culverts, and railroad rights-of-way, demanding working lights and enforcing safety equipment standards. It mandates operators involved in accidents to provide aid and personal information. During emergencies, these vehicles may operate on any roadway; the bill also expands the definition of "authorized emergency vehicles" to include ATVs, UTVs, OHMs, and snowmobiles used by agencies. Further, it exempts certain patrol vehicles from speed limitations when responding to emergencies. The Department of Transportation is instructed to amend its manual to allow ATV route requests to connect short highway segments to businesses.
The bill was co-authored by Senator Howard L. Marklein (Republican-17th District), Representative Russell Goodwin (Democrat-12th District), Representative Dean Kaufert (Republican-53rd District), Representative Daniel Knodl (Republican-24th District), Representative Paul Melotik (Republican-22nd District). It was co-sponsored by Senator Dan Feyen (Republican-20th District), Senator Steve L. Nass (Republican-11th District), and Senator Rob Stafsholt (Republican-10th District), along one other co-sponsor.
Jeffrey Mursau has co-authored or authored another 166 bills since the beginning of the 2025 session, with all of them being adopted.
Mursau, a Republican, was elected to the Wisconsin State Assembly in 2005 to represent the state's 36th Assembly district, replacing previous state representative Lorraine Seratti.
In Wisconsin, the legislative process starts when a senator, constituent, group, or agency proposes an idea for a bill. After drafting, the bill is introduced, numbered, and referred to a committee for review and public input. If approved, it moves through three readings and votes in both the Senate and Assembly. Once both chambers pass the same version, the bill goes to the governor, who can sign it, veto it, or let it become law without a signature. Only a small share of bills introduced each session ultimately become law. You can learn more about the Wisconsin legislative process here.
| Bill Number | Date Introduced | Short Description |
|---|---|---|
| AB329 | 07/08/2025 | Operation of all-terrain and utility terrain vehicles, off-highway motorcycles, and snowmobiles and revision of the Department of Transportation highway maintenance manual |
| AB297 | 05/30/2025 | Performance grants based on improving employment rates for individuals on probation, parole, or extended supervision. (FE) |
| AB221 | 04/23/2025 | All-terrain vehicles and utility terrain vehicles with out-of-state registrations |
| AB151 | 04/02/2025 | A presumption that equalizing physical placement to the highest degree is in the child’s best interest |
| AB131 | 03/13/2025 | Programs and requirements to address PFAS |
| AB130 | 03/13/2025 | Exempting certain persons from PFAS enforcement actions under the spills law. (FE) |
| AB129 | 03/13/2025 | Providing safe drinking water in public and private schools. (FE) |
| AB93 | 02/28/2025 | The distribution and labeling of fertilizers and soil or plant additives produced from manure. (FE) |
| AB49 | 02/17/2025 | A minor’s authority to consent to health care |
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