Wisconsin State Legislature

Service Agencies The legislative branch also includes service agencies which help the legislature in its mission. The Legislative Council provides legal, scientific, and other research to legislators, to help them vote in a more informed manner. The Legislative Audit Bureau audits state agencies and programs to make sure that their finances are handled properly and legally, and to make sure they’re run in an efficient and ethical manner. The Legislative Fiscal Bureau analyzes the cost of proposed bills and programs, especially the state budget, to help legislators vote in a more informed manner. The Legislative Reference Bureau drafts and publishes legislative documents. It also stores and publishes archival information, such as lists of historical legislators, and provides research information to the public. You can contact them for help with research or general questions. The Legislative Technology Services Bureau builds and maintains software and technical resources, such as computers and servers, for the legislature and the other service agencies. It also helps to maintain this website. If you have questions or comments about the website, contact us at web.master@legis.wisconsin.gov.