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AB 1002

Relating to: funding for grants for economic support specialists and making an appropriation. (FE)

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Todd Novak

Wisconsin bill appropriates state funding for grants supporting economic specialists, with details on program scope and budget amount requiring further legislative documentation review.

Failed to concur in pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1
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Bill Summary · AB 1002

Legislative bill overview

AB 1002 appropriates funding to establish a grant program for economic support specialists in Wisconsin. The bill underwent recent amendments in February 2026, with Assembly Substitute Amendment 2 (offered by the bill's sponsor) being adopted before the measure advanced to a third reading.

Why is this important

The bill directly allocates state resources to support economic specialists, likely aimed at helping businesses, workers, or communities navigate economic challenges. The funding mechanism and specialist roles could affect workforce development, business support services, and how the state deploys economic development resources.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding amount and source unclear: The bill summary provided does not specify the appropriation amount or whether it reallocates existing funds or requires new revenue, making fiscal impact assessment difficult
  • Grant program scope undefined: Details about eligibility criteria, selection process, and performance metrics for these grants are not evident from available information
  • Amendment disputes: The fact that two competing amendments were offered suggests disagreement among legislators over the bill's structure or requirements, though the specific differences are not documented here

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

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