Expansion of Bardyns Law Could Soon Reach the Governor's Desk

Thursday, February 26th, 2026 -- 11:00 AM

(Wisconsin Radio Network) An expansion of Bradyns Law, which defines sextortion as a crime, could soon be on Governor Tony Evers desk.

According to the Wisconsin Radio Network, Representative Brent Jacobson says it would allow sextortion victims and their families to sue for damages including wrongful death.

The Mosinee Republicans says this language will make it clear in state statute that this is a cause of action plaintiffs can bring in this specific situation for death.

The bill passed the Assembly with strong bipartisan support as the chamber ended its session last week and will head to Governor Tony Evers if approved by the state Senate.

Jacobson of Mosinee says more follow up legislation is in the works, including requiring education for parents, students, and teachers to look out for the warning signs of sextortion, and to fund additional positions at DOJ within the Internet Crimes Against Children Division.

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