Wisconsin State Law Library

There's still time to sign up for our two free, CLE-credit classes on How to Research Legislative History. Learn how to research law sources, drafting files, budget bills, and Supreme Court rule orders in these free classes. The first class is offered on Wednesday, June 14th.

Introduction to Wisconsin Legislative History
Wednesday, June 14, Noon - 1 p.m.
Location: Wisconsin State Law Library rare book room

I need the legislative history of a Wisconsin statute. Where do I start? What do I do? Get answers to these questions and more by attending, Researching Wisconsin Legislative History: Sources and Strategies. Participants will look at the primary resources used to research Wisconsin legislative history, navigate the online Wisconsin legislative drafting files, and learn some helpful tips and tricks along the way.
FREE. 1 CLE credit. Register Online | Print Registration Form

Advanced Wisconsin Legislative History
Wednesday, July 12, Noon - 1 p.m.
Location: Wisconsin State Law Library rare book room

I need the legislative history of a Wisconsin statute. Where do I start? What do I do? Participants will look at the primary resources used to research Wisconsin legislative history, learn about the online Wisconsin legislative drafting files, and learn some helpful tips and tricks along the way. This advanced class covers additional search strategies, budget bills, advanced use of drafting records, and Supreme Court rule order research.

FREE. 1 CLE credit. Register Online | Print Registration Form


If you can't make our Madison sessions, don't miss our Milwaukee class:

Researching Wisconsin Legislative History: Sources and Strategies
Thursday, July 6, Noon - 1 p.m.
Location: Milwaukee Public Library, Central Library

FREE. 1 CLE credit. Registration is suggested through the Milwaukee Public Library and space is limited. Call 414-286-3011 to register. These are demonstration classes.