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Rep. Allen of Wisconsin Assembly authors bill updating manufacturing property classifications

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Scott Allen, Wisconsin State Representative for 82nd District | Facebook

Scott Allen, Wisconsin State Representative for 82nd District | Facebook

A new bill authored by State Rep. Scott Allen in the Wisconsin Assembly seeks to update classifications and definitions related to manufacturing property and tax credits, according to the Wisconsin State Assembly.

According to the Wisconsin State Legislature's official website, the bill was described as follows: "standard industrial classification codes for linen supply and industrial launderers and modifying the manufacturing and agriculture tax credit. (FE)".

The following is our breakdown, based on the actual bill text, and may include interpretation to clarify its provisions.

In essence, this bill incorporates new Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes for linen supply (7213) and industrial launderers (7218) to categorize their property as manufacturing, thereby qualifying them for specific property tax assessments. It revises the definition of "qualified production property" for the manufacturing and agriculture tax credit to include items such as uniforms, linens, and various work-related apparel that are laundered or dry-cleaned and exchanged with industrial, commercial, or government entities. The changes related to property tax exemptions take effect January 1, 2025, as do the modifications impacting the tax credits, applicable from the start of taxable years on the same date.

The bill was co-authored by Senator Rob Hutton (Republican-5th District), Representative Rick Gundrum (Republican-58th District), Representative Dave Maxey (Republican-83rd District), Representative David Murphy (Republican-56th District), and Representative Jerry L. O'Connor (Republican-60th District). It was co-sponsored by Senator Steve L. Nass (Republican-11th District) and Senator Patrick Testin (Republican-24th District).

Scott Allen has co-authored or authored another 45 bills since the beginning of the 2025 session, with none of them being enacted.

Allen graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in 1989 with a BA.

Allen, a Republican, was elected to the Wisconsin State Assembly in 2025 to represent the state's 82nd Assembly district, replacing previous state representative Chuck Wichgers.

In Wisconsin, the legislative process starts when a senator, constituent, group, or agency proposes an idea for a bill. After drafting, the bill is introduced, numbered, and referred to a committee for review and public input. If approved, it moves through three readings and votes in both the Senate and Assembly. Once both chambers pass the same version, the bill goes to the governor, who can sign it, veto it, or let it become law without a signature. Only a small share of bills introduced each session ultimately become law. You can learn more about the Wisconsin legislative process here.

Bills Introduced by Scott Allen in Wisconsin Assembly During 2025 Regular Session

Bill NumberDate IntroducedShort Description
AB18304/15/2025Standard industrial classification codes for linen supply and industrial launderers and modifying the manufacturing and agriculture tax credit. (FE)
AB14803/17/2025Interpreter action by telephone or live audiovisual means in civil or criminal proceedings
AB10403/05/2025Prohibiting gender transition medical intervention for individuals under 18 years of age
AB8902/28/2025Theft crimes and providing a penalty. (FE)
AB8602/28/2025Imposing the penalty of life imprisonment for the crime of child trafficking and providing a penalty. (FE)
AB8402/28/2025Prostitution crime surcharge and making an appropriation. (FE)
AB8102/28/2025Excluding expenditures funded by referenda from shared costs for the purpose of determining equalization aid for school districts. (FE)
AB6902/24/2025The sales and use tax exemption for electricity and natural gas sold for residential use. (FE)
AB6702/24/2025Venue for actions in which there is a governmental party
AB6502/24/2025Entering certain places with intent to commit battery and providing a penalty
AB6002/24/2025Referendum questions for certain referenda that affect property taxes. (FE)
AB5502/24/2025Possession of a firearm on school grounds by school employees and fees for licenses to carry a concealed weapon. (FE)
AB4002/17/2025School safety grants and making an appropriation. (FE)
AB3902/17/2025Requiring state employees to perform their work at the offices of their employer
AB3702/17/2025Personalized registration plate fees for gold star family special registration plates. (FE)
AB2002/06/2025Allowing certain married persons to claim the earned income tax credit when filing a separate return. (FE)
AB1902/06/2025Increased penalties for crimes against adults at risk; restraining orders for adults at risk; freezing assets of a defendant charged with financial exploitation of an adult at risk; sexual assault of an adult at risk; and providing a penalty

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