ABOUT US

Wisconsin Property Taxpayers, Inc. (WPT) is a nonpartisan statewide voice for Wisconsin’s property taxpayers. WPT is not affiliated with any political party, and does not contribute to candidates.

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Founded  in 1985, WPT's membership is comprised of thousands of commercial,  agricultural, and residential property taxpayers throughout the state. The organization advocates for its members on both the local and state levels. WPT also assists members in dealing with local property tax disputes and handles member inquiries related to assessments, exemptions, state laws  and administrative rules, and provides information useful in appealing  and reducing their property tax liability.

The organization provides informational materials to its members through  several digital and traditional publications, and offers members several  benefits, including access to legal services, various types of insurance, and more.

WPT’s experienced government relations staff, field representatives and technical support staff conduct a variety of activities including  legislative analysis, policy and opinion research, media relations, public information and government affairs services, to increase public and legislative support for the organization’s public policy objectives.

Repeal Remaining Personal Property Tax

By  eliminating Schedule C from the Statement of Personal Property, WPT  alongside the Coalition to Repeal PPT made the most progress on  repealing PPT than seen in a half century, saving small businesses $150  million. Now, we will turn our attention towards repealing the remainder  of the tax.

Protect Use-Value on Wisconsin farmland

Wisconsin  farmers continue our state's proud agriculture heritage daily through  their hard work every day. WPT will oppose those who believe farmland  should be taxed at market rate.

Achieve 2/3rds state funding for K-12 schools

By pushing the state to assume its decades-old commitment to fund 66% of the cost of K-12 in Wisconsin, a massive burden can be alleviated from property  taxpayers statewide.

*Full legislative agenda available upon request