Wisconsin 2025-2026 Regular Session

Wisconsin Senate Bill SJR65

Introduced

6/6/25

Refer

6/6/25

Caption

Congratulating Southwest Wisconsin Technical College for winning the 2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence.

Impact

While SJR65 is not a law that changes existing state policies, its passage serves to emphasize the value placed on community colleges within educational and economic discussions in the state. By recognizing an exemplary institution, the bill may foster increased support for community colleges in general, showcasing the potential benefits of investing in local education systems that are key to workforce development. Such recognition may encourage other colleges to strive for similar excellence and improve their own programs.

Summary

SJR65 is a legislative resolution congratulating Southwest Wisconsin Technical College for winning the 2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. This recognition is granted to institutions that demonstrate exceptional outcomes in student learning, completion rates, and overall educational effectiveness within the community college sector. The resolution aims to highlight the important role of community colleges in providing accessible education and preparing students for the workforce, which is particularly vital in today’s economy.

Contention

Discussions surrounding SJR65 did not reveal significant points of contention, as it primarily serves a ceremonial purpose of acknowledging an achievement rather than proposing amendments to existing education laws or policies. However, the importance of community colleges in the state may prompt some debates around funding and resources allocation. Stakeholders may advocate for more support and attention to community colleges that often play a critical role in the economic fabric of their communities, thus promoting the ongoing discourse on educational equity.

Latest SJR65 Activity

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

WI SB575

Free speech and academic freedom at University of Wisconsin System institutions and technical colleges, due process in disciplinary proceedings at University of Wisconsin System institutions and technical colleges, Wisconsin grant funding allocation, and causes of action against the Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System and technical college district boards. (FE)

WI AB553

WI SB326

Technical college fees covered by the Wisconsin GI Bill. (FE)

WI AB333

Technical college fees covered by the Wisconsin GI Bill. (FE)

WI SB19

Uniform course numbering and the transfer of course credits among technical colleges and University of Wisconsin System schools, and eliminating certain restrictions on the respective educational roles of the University of Wisconsin System and the Technical College System. (FE)

WI AB6

WI SB988

Prohibiting University of Wisconsin System institutions and technical colleges from using loyalty pledges and requiring them to make certain information publicly available.

WI AB1065

Prohibiting University of Wisconsin System institutions and technical colleges from using loyalty pledges and requiring them to make certain information publicly available.

WI SB367

Guaranteed admission to University of Wisconsin System institutions and technical colleges and requiring high schools to prepare class rankings for certain pupils. (FE)

WI AB370

Guaranteed admission to University of Wisconsin System institutions and technical colleges and requiring high schools to prepare class rankings for certain pupils. (FE)

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WI SB895

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WI SJR28

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