Legislative Affairs

One of the primary objectives of the Wisconsin Association of Staffing Services is to provide legislative action on behalf of the staffing industry.

Wisconsin Association of Staffing Services represents its members and the staffing industry as one voice in our effort to communicate industry matters to legislative and government leaders and regulators. Visit this page regularly to learn about the latest news in legislative action.

  • Write Sen. Johnson & Support an extension of the WOTC in the Reconciliation Bill June 10th, 2025 - June 2025 Dear WASS Members, Despite fervent lobbying by supporters, when the House of Representatives passed their version of the budget reconciliation bill (One Big Beautiful Bill Act), extension of the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) was not included. While this was disappointing, supporters have a chance to have it included in the Senate version.... Read more »
  • Be Informed – Focus on Unemployment Insurance Reforms June 9th, 2025 - Dear WASS Members - In early April, Wisconsin Assembly and Senate Republicans introduced a workforce package with particular focus on reforms to unemployment insurance. It is particularly critical for leaders in the staffing industry to be informed and knowledgeable about any changes to Unemployment Insurance laws – and WASS wants to keep you informed. WASS... Read more »
  • Unemployment Insurance – Changes Ahead June 8th, 2025 - Dear WASS Members, As noted in the last Legislative Minute, WASS continues to follow any changes to proposed legislation as it relates to UI and other topics relevant to the staffing industry.  In early April, Wisconsin Assembly and Senate Republicans introduced a workforce package with particular focus on reforms to unemployment insurance. It is particularly... Read more »
  • Save-the-Date: 12th Annual WASS Legislative Conference June 5th, 2025 - 12th Annual WASS Legislative Conference Save-the-Date(s)  Thursday, November 6, 2025  The Madison Club - 5 E. Wilson Street, Madison, WI Trying to keep up with all of the legislative changes since the start of the year?  Not sure how these impact Wisconsin? Confident that there are more changes in the pipeline? Uncertain how your organization needs to react... Read more »
  • Extending the UI Reporting Deadline to 12 Days June 1st, 2025 - Dear WASS Members - WASS Board Member, Eric Becher recently testified in favor of Assembly Bill 146 on behalf of WASS and Hatch Staffing Services.  The Assembly Committee Workforce Development, Labor, and Integrated Employment held a hearing on April 29, 2025 at the Capitol in Madison at which Eric defended this common sense bill and... Read more »
  • Don’t miss the Annual Midwest Staffing Conference, April 23 to 24, 2025 March 12th, 2025 - This highly anticipated event is designed for staffing professionals from all over the Midwest to come together and share their expertise, collaborate, and learn from industry leaders. The Midwest Conference is a unique opportunity to network with like-minded individuals and to learn through our focused breakout session tracks: Leadership, Recruiting, Sales. Panel discussions and roundtables will... Read more »
  • Join us March 19th for a special WASS Wednesday featuring Ryan Sandberg of PreSearch Background Services March 7th, 2025 - Join our March 19th WASS Wednesday with Special Guest, Ryan Sandberg, President of PreSearch Background Services and Co-Facilitated by WASS Board Member, Scott Ravanesi of Marsh McLennan Agency. When it comes to background checks, Ryan has seen it all. Listen as he shares some of the craziest stories of candidates that changed names, forged court... Read more »
  • Join us for our February 19th WASS Wednesday Coffee Chat January 31st, 2025 - We'll continue to host these rich discussions the 3rd Wednesday of each month via Zoom. So many important topics and so little time! To keep the topic timely, focused and relevant, you'll help determine the topic by selecting from a list of issues presented during the registration process. Learn from your peers and share best... Read more »
  • WASS Wednesday – January 15, 2025 – Join us for our monthly discussion “Gaining Client Share and Value Add” January 1st, 2025 - Start the new year with a focus on your career!  A slight twist on the typical WASS Wednesday discussion, January’s session will be an informative session designed to help you master the skills to conduct effective client meetings. Go beyond collecting job orders and propel your sales to new levels.  Join Kim Henderson of Cobalt... Read more »
  • Introduce your agency to your Senators and Representatives! November 24th, 2024 - The WASS Advocacy Committee wants to make it easy for you to introduce your agency to your State Senators and Representatives.  Download this template for a letter and adapt with your firms information.  WASS - Template Letter to Senators and Representatives - 11 2024