Legislative Update

To help protect Wisconsin's environment and the public health of its residents, WEHA continually monitors proposed legislation.  The Legislative Committee is responsible for studying existing and proposed legislation, which can affect environmental and public health.  When necessary, the WEHA Board of Directors will take the recommendations from the Legislative Committee and follow-up with appropriate action by the Association.


Legislative Issues

Legislative Watch

Take a quick look at the legislative issues, which WEHA has taken a position. The WEHA Legislative Grid.

WPHA Legislative Toolkit

Need help on how to contact legislators or want additional information of how to understand the legisltative process?  Click here for more information.

Wisconsin Public Health Council

The Public Health Council was created by 2003 Wisconsin Act 186. By statute, the Council’s purpose is to advise the Department of Health and Family Services, the Governor, the Legislature and the public on progress in implementing the state’s 10-year public health plan and coordination of responses to public health emergencies. The 23 members of the Council were appointed by Governor Jim Doyle and met for the first time in October 2004.  Click here for the list of members.

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