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AB 886

Relating to: children’s mental health treatment grants and making an appropriation. (FE)

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Amaad Rivera-Wagner

Wisconsin bill establishing children's mental health treatment grants with state funding failed to pass in 2026 after referral to committee.

Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1
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Bill Summary · AB 886

Legislative bill overview

AB 886 would establish a grant program to fund children's mental health treatment services in Wisconsin and includes a direct appropriation of state funds for this purpose. The bill aims to expand access to mental health care for minors through financial support to providers and organizations offering treatment services.

Why is this important

Children's mental health challenges have increased significantly, with many communities experiencing shortages of available treatment resources and long wait times for care. Dedicated grant funding could help address gaps in service availability, particularly in underserved rural and low-income areas, while supporting both prevention and direct treatment services.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal impact and appropriation size: The bill requires state spending without specified details on the funding amount, raising questions about budget priorities and whether this represents new spending or reallocation from other programs
  • Implementation effectiveness: Concerns about whether grant programs effectively reach communities most in need, how funds would be distributed among providers, and measurable outcomes for accountability
  • Scope of coverage: Disagreement over which mental health conditions and treatment types should be prioritized, whether services should include medication management, therapy, crisis intervention, or all categories

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

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