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AB 909

Relating to: an enterprise-wide data and efficiency study. (FE)

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Deb Andraca and 8 co-sponsors

Wisconsin authorizes an enterprise-wide study of state government data systems and operational efficiency to identify cost savings and redundancies across agencies.

Failed to concur in pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1
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Bill Summary · AB 909

Legislative bill overview

AB 909 directs Wisconsin to conduct a comprehensive, enterprise-wide study of state government data systems and operational efficiency. The bill authorizes funding and establishes parameters for analyzing how state agencies collect, manage, and utilize data across departments to identify redundancies, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities.

Why is this important

Government efficiency studies can reveal significant cost savings and service improvements by consolidating duplicative systems and streamlining operations. However, the actual impact depends heavily on the study's scope, funding level, and whether recommendations are subsequently implemented—many such studies are completed but not acted upon.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost and scope uncertainty: The bill's actual fiscal impact is unclear; comprehensive enterprise-wide audits can be expensive, and it's uncertain whether savings will offset study costs
  • Implementation follow-through: Government efficiency studies often produce recommendations that languish without dedicated funding or political will for implementation
  • Data security and privacy concerns: Consolidating data systems across agencies raises questions about privacy protections, cybersecurity standards, and access controls that may not be adequately addressed

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

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