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SB 977

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

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Jesse James

Wisconsin bill to fund grants for economic support specialists who help communities build financial capacity, though it failed passage in March 2026.

Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1
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Bill Summary · SB 977

Legislative bill overview

SB 977 would establish a grant program to fund economic support specialists—professionals who help individuals and communities develop economic capacity and financial stability. The bill includes a fiscal appropriation to support these grants, though the specific funding amount and program parameters would be detailed in the fiscal estimate and amendments.

Why is this important

Economic support specialists can help address workforce development, financial literacy, and economic inequality in underserved communities. The program's success depends on how grants are distributed, what outcomes are measured, and whether funding is sufficient to create measurable impact.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding adequacy: Whether the appropriation is sufficient to create meaningful economic impact or represents cost-effective use of state resources
  • Specialist qualifications and training: What credentials or training economic support specialists must have, and how quality is ensured across grant recipients
  • Geographic and demographic targeting: Whether grants are distributed equitably across urban, rural, and economically disadvantaged areas, or if certain regions/populations receive priority
  • Accountability measures: How the state will track outcomes, measure success, and ensure grant recipients demonstrate tangible economic improvements

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

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