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SB 1179

Relating to: a home repair program and making an appropriation. (FE)

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Dianne Hesselbein and 5 co-sponsors

Wisconsin bill establishing a state-funded home repair assistance program; failed passage in 2026 legislative session.

Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1
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Bill Summary · SB 1179

Legislative bill overview

SB 1179 establishes a home repair program in Wisconsin and appropriates funding to support it. The bill aims to help homeowners address needed repairs to their properties through what appears to be a state-funded assistance initiative. Specific program details, eligibility requirements, and funding amounts are not publicly available in the provided information.

Why is this important

Home repair assistance programs address a significant quality-of-life issue, as deferred maintenance can lead to unsafe living conditions, property value decline, and broader neighborhood deterioration. Such programs can be particularly important for low-income homeowners who lack capital for necessary repairs. The appropriation of state funds makes this a fiscal matter affecting the state budget.

Potential points of contention

  • Program cost and budget impact: The bill requires an appropriation, which means taxpayer funding; debate likely centers on whether this is a justified expenditure and its size
  • Eligibility criteria: Questions may arise about who qualifies (income limits, property value caps, types of repairs covered), potentially creating fairness concerns
  • Program design and administration: Concerns about whether the program will be efficiently administered, how contractors are selected, and whether it creates market distortions in the repair industry

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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