Two Reminders

Jan 7, 2026 | WAA Conventions, WAA Member News

Two Reminders for this week

  1. The Public Hearing in Madison is TOMORROW.

    The Wisconsin Legislature’s Committee on Ways and Means will hold a public hearing on Assembly Bill 712, addressing a sales & use tax exemption for personal farm property and household goods sold by auction on the Internet.

     Thursday, January 8, 2026
    11:01 AM
    Room 328 Northwest – State Capitol

    This bill impacts online auction transactions involving everyday household items and personal farm property. Auctioneers, sellers, buyers, and those using online auction platforms are encouraged to learn more, attend, and provide testimony or feedback.

  2. The deadline for the Media Competition is this Friday! Make sure to get your entries in this week – Register for Media Contest – Wisconsin Auctioneers

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