Greetings WINGA Members,

Your voice has made a difference. Thanks to your advocacy, we now have companion legislation in both the Senate and the Assembly—AB 913 and SB 929—that would provide income tax fairness for Wisconsin National Guard members by exempting required Annual Training (AT) and Inactive Duty Training (IDT) pay from Wisconsin income tax.

Legislators consistently tell us that hearing directly from constituents matters. A brief email or phone call asking your State Senator and Representative to support or co-sponsor this bill can have immediate impact.

What you can do

• Contact your State Senator and State Representative
• Ask them to co-sponsor AB 913 / SB 929 — or, if they already support the bill, send a thank-you.
• Share why this issue matters to you, your family, or your unit (even a short personal note is powerful)

How to find your legislator

1. Visit the Wisconsin State Legislature website. Wisconsin State Legislature Home Page
2. Click “Who Are My Legislators?” and enter your home address
3. Your Senator and Representative will appear, with contact information for both the legislator and their staff
4. Send a short note asking them to support or co-sponsor AB 913 / SB 929 or a Thank You!

Option 1: Send a Thank You

If your legislator is listed below, they have already supported the bill as an author, co-author, or sponsor. Please consider sending them a brief thank-you email – draft provided below.

Current Supporters of AB 913 / SB 929

Senators

• Sen. Jesse James (R)
• Sen. André Jacque (R)
• Sen. Dan Feyen (R)
• Sen. Patrick Testin (R)

Representatives

• Rep. Benjamin Franklin (R)
• Rep. William Penterman (R)
• Rep. Elijah Behnke (R)
• Rep. Rob Kreibich (R)
• Rep. Clint Moses (R)
• Rep. Jeffrey Mursau (R)
• Rep. Duke Tucker (R)
• Rep. Chuck Wichgers (R)
• Rep. Deb Andraca (D)
• Rep. Christine Sinicki (D)
• Rep. Scott Allen (R)
• Rep. Barbara Dittrich (R)
• Rep. Joy Goeben (R)
• Rep. Shelia Stubbs (D)
• Rep. Dan Knodl (R)

(Thank-you email draft below.)

Subject: Thank You for Supporting AB 913 / SB 929 – Tax Fairness for the National Guard

Dear Senator/Representative [Last Name],

I would like to thank you for your support of Assembly Bill 913 / Senate Bill 929, legislation that provides much-needed tax fairness for members of the Wisconsin National Guard and Reserves. These bills address a long-standing inequity by ensuring that income earned during federally required training—such as drills and annual training—is treated consistently and fairly. Guard members are required to maintain readiness to serve both their communities and the nation, and your support recognizes that this service should not result in a financial penalty.

Wisconsin National Guard members live and work in communities across the state. They are your constituents, your neighbors, and members of the local workforce who stand ready to respond during emergencies, natural disasters, and national security missions. Your leadership on AB 913 / SB 929 sends a strong message that Wisconsin values their service and commitment. Thank you again for your support and for your continued dedication to Wisconsin’s service members and their families.

Respectfully,

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Option 2: Ask for Support

If your legislator is not listed above, please consider sending a brief message asking them to support AB 913 / SB 929.

(Support request email draft below.)

Subject: Please Support AB 913 / SB 929 – Tax Fairness for the National Guard

Dear Senator/Representative [Last Name],

I am writing to respectfully request your support for Assembly Bill 913 / Senate Bill 929, legislation that provides tax fairness for members of the Wisconsin National Guard and Reserves. Currently, Wisconsin exempts state income tax for full-time active-duty military pay yet continues to tax National Guard members for federally required drills and annual training. These training periods are not optional — they are mandatory to maintain readiness and ensure Guard members are prepared to respond to both state emergencies and federal missions. AB 913 / SB 929 corrects this imbalance by treating required training pay consistently across the force. Wisconsin National Guard members are your constituents and your neighbors. They serve in uniform while balancing civilian careers, families, and ongoing military requirements. Taxing mandatory training pay places an unnecessary financial burden on part-time service members who are already meeting the same readiness standards as their full-time counterparts.

Supporting AB 913 / SB 929 strengthens recruitment and retention, reinforces readiness, and sends a clear message that Wisconsin values the service of its National Guard members. This legislation is not a new entitlement — it is a fairness measure that aligns state tax policy with the realities of modern Guard service.

Thank you for your consideration and for your continued commitment to Wisconsin’s service members and military families.

Respectfully,

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Brief Bill Summary (also attached)

• What the bills do: Create a Wisconsin income-tax subtraction for certain pay earned by National Guard and Reserve members, focused on required training such as drills and field exercises.
• Current status (as of February 6, 2026):

• SB 929 has been introduced and referred to the Senate Committee on Natural Resources, Veteran and Military Affairs.
• AB 913 has been introduced and includes a fiscal estimate.

Why this matters

• Tax fairness: Guard members are required to maintain readiness through mandatory training—to be commensurate with Active Duty and Active Guard Reserve. This legislation closes that gap by updating Wis. Stat. § 71.05(6)(b)34 to include AT and IDT pay as exempt income. 
• Recruitment and retention: A tangible benefit that helps Wisconsin attract and retain trained service members.
• Readiness: Fair treatment of required training pay supports sustained participation and readiness for missions.

Thank you again for your continued engagement and advocacy. Your outreach truly makes a difference.

Respectfully,

Jeannie Jeanetta
President
Wisconsin National Guard Association