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Wisconsin Assembly Bill AJR132

Wisconsin 2023-2024 Regular Session

Wisconsin Assembly Bill AJR132

Introduced
2/23/24  
Refer
2/23/24  

Caption

The right of the people to pursue their chosen trades, occupations, businesses, or professions (first consideration).

Summary

AJR132 is a proposed constitutional amendment introduced in the 2023 legislature, which aims to enshrine the right of individuals to pursue their chosen trades, occupations, businesses, or professions. This amendment is significant as it not only recognizes but also formalizes the labor rights of the people within the state's constitution, thereby elevating the importance of individual entrepreneurial and professional pursuits to a constitutional level. The resolution has been presented by a group of representatives and is set to be referred to the Committee on Labor and Integrated Employment for further examination. The bill posits that the right to pursue various forms of employment or entrepreneurial ventures is a fundamental right. If passed by two successive legislatures and subsequently ratified by the public, the bill will add a new section to Article I of the state's constitution. This amendment aims to protect individuals in their pursuit of work and to ensure that they have the freedom to choose their professional paths without unwarranted restrictions or interference. While the intent of AJR132 is largely supported as a matter of principle regarding individual freedoms and economic opportunities, there are points of contention that stem from the potential implications of such legislation. Critics may argue that this addition to the constitution could lead to conflicts with existing labor laws or regulatory frameworks, necessitating careful consideration of how this amendment would interact with the current legal environment, particularly in the context of labor and employment rights. The recommendation for AJR132 to be published for public consideration ahead of a general election indicates a commitment to transparency and democratic engagement. This also allows for public discourse around labor rights and the fundamental issues surrounding employment in the state, highlighting the necessity of community involvement in shaping laws that govern their livelihood.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

WI SJR110

The right of the people to pursue their chosen trades, occupations, businesses, or professions (first consideration).

WI AJR144

The right of the people to a clean, safe, and healthy natural environment and to its preservation (first consideration).

WI SJR135

The right of the people to a clean, safe, and healthy natural environment and to its preservation (first consideration).

WI AJR36

The right of the people to a clean, safe, and healthy natural environment and to its preservation (first consideration).

WI SJR37

The right of the people to a clean, safe, and healthy natural environment and to its preservation (first consideration).

WI AJR100

Custody of the county jail and its inmates (first consideration).

WI SJR133

Equality of rights on the basis of sex, gender identity, race, color, sexual orientation, disability, religion, national origin, marital status, family status, age, ancestry, or any other immutable characteristic and creating a private cause of action for violations of those rights by state actors (first consideration).

WI AJR140

Equality of rights on the basis of sex, gender identity, race, color, sexual orientation, disability, religion, national origin, marital status, family status, age, ancestry, or any other immutable characteristic and creating a private cause of action for violations of those rights by state actors (first consideration).

WI AJR101

Prohibiting ranked-choice voting in Wisconsin elections and prohibiting voting for candidates of more than one political party in primaries for partisan office (first consideration).

WI SJR94

Prohibiting ranked-choice voting in Wisconsin elections and prohibiting voting for candidates of more than one political party in primaries for partisan office (first consideration).

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.