This bill passed both houses of the Legislature and was signed into law by the governor.
Every child has the right to attend a safe and well-maintained public school.
The Wisconsin Education Association Council believes that the condition of school buildings and their suitability to provide positive learning environments can have a significant effect on student achievement. The Department of Commerce has limited responsibility for investigating safety and code violations. Investigations, however, only occur when requested. 1997 Senate Bill 473 passed the Senate and won unanimous approval from the Assembly Education Committee but was not brought up for a vote in the Assembly. WEAC will seek passage of the bill in the next legislative session.