Assembly Bill 227 aims to strengthen the laws against election bribery in Wisconsin by expanding the definition of prohibited inducements related to signing or refraining from signing various election-related petitions and nomination papers. The bill specifically prohibits offering any inducement to an elector to sign or refrain from signing petitions that support or oppose candidates, referendums, or propositions concerning political or social issues, as well as nomination papers and recall petitions. This prohibition applies during designated election periods, which are defined in the bill.

Additionally, the bill modifies the definition of "anything of value" in the context of election bribery, raising the threshold from $1 to $5 for certain violations. It also renumbers and amends existing statutes to incorporate these changes, ensuring clarity in the law. The bill reflects a commitment to maintaining the integrity of the electoral process by addressing potential bribery tactics that could influence voter behavior.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 12.11(2), 12.11