Access to Restrooms

2009 Wisconsin Act 198

For persons with certain medical conditions, Wisconsin Act 198 requires access to toilet facilities in a retail establishment, immunity from civil liability related to use of the toilet facilities, and providing penalties. Eligible medical conditions include inflammatory bowel disease, irritable bowel syndrome, or any other medical condition that periodically requires immediate access to a toilet facility.

• 2009 Act 198 (PDF, 27 KB)

• Wisconsin Legislative Council Memo (PDF, 38 KB)

• Sample WI Card Template (PDF, 48 KB)

• Sample Physician Statement (PDF, 66 KB)

Other Information Pertinent to 2009 Act 198

• Request for Approval Application 

• Act 198 Announcement Memo (PDF, 72 KB)

If you have any questions, please email dhswebmaildph@wisconsin.gov   

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Last Revised: September 26, 2011