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Wis. Stat. § 247.03 (2026)
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247.03(1)(1) There is created a public body corporate and politic, to be known as the “Wisconsin Artistic Endowment Foundation.” The foundation shall be a nonprofit corporation organized under ch. 181 so that contributions to it are deductible from adjusted gross income under section 170 of the Internal Revenue Code.
247.03(2)(a)(a) Eight nominees of the governor, who are residents of this state, represent the diverse artistic interests of the people of this state, and represent each of the geographic regions of the state, appointed for 7-year terms with the advice and consent of the senate. At least one of the nominees shall be knowledgeable in marketing and fund raising. Each member appointed under this paragraph may hold office until a successor is appointed.
247.03(2)(d)(d) Two representatives to the assembly, one appointed by the speaker of the assembly and one appointed by the minority leader of the assembly.
247.03(2)(e)(e) Two senators, one appointed by the majority leader of the senate and one appointed by the minority leader of the senate.
247.03(3)(3) The board of directors holds the powers of the foundation. The members of the board of directors shall annually elect a chairperson and may elect other officers as they consider appropriate. Seven voting members of the board of directors constitute a quorum for the purpose of conducting the business and exercising the powers of the foundation, notwithstanding the existence of any vacancy. The board of directors may take action upon a vote of a majority of the voting members present, unless the bylaws of the foundation require a larger number.
247.03(4)(4) No member of the board of directors may receive compensation for performing his or her duties. Each member shall be reimbursed for actual and necessary expenses, including travel expenses, incurred in performing those duties.
Notes of Decisions
Cited in 5
cases, 1961–2009 · leading case: Tensfeldt v. Haberman, 2009 WI 77, 768 N.W.2d 641.
Tensfeldt v. Haberman, 2009 WI 77, 768 N.W.2d 641. “Wis. Stat. § 247.03 (1973-74). In regard to property division, the legislature specified *667 that "[t]he court may also finally divide and distribute the estate, both real and personal, of either party between the parties and divest and transfer the title of any thereof…”
Mayer v. Mayer, 283 N.W.2d 591 (Wis. Ct. App. 1979). “” 42 Section 247.03(1) (e), Stats. (1975); Section 247.”
Rosenthal v. Rosenthal, 107 N.W.2d 204 (Wis. 1961). “By sec. 247.03, Stats., 28 W. S. A., p. 30 (1960 pocket part), actions affecting marriage were classified as follows: *193 (a) To affirm marriage, (b) annulment, (c) divorce, (d) legal separation (formerly divorce from bed and board), (e) compel support by husband.”
Chase v. Chase, 122 N.W.2d 44 (Wis. 1963). “[2] Sec. 247.03, Stats. [3] Sec. 247.09, Stats.”
Dunn v. Comm'r, 70 T.C. 361 (T.C. 1978). “to "make such temporary orders concerning the care, custody and suitable maintenance *122 of the minor children" and for other matters affecting the parties clearly indicates that an order under this section is only a "temporary order" dealing with the support of a party or a…”
Wis. Stat. § 247.03(1): 1 case
Mayer v. Mayer, 283 N.W.2d 591 (Wis. Ct. App. 1979). “” 42 Section 247.03(1) (e), Stats. (1975); Section 247.”
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