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SB 747

Relating to: grants to match county investments in the health care, public health, and care provider workforce and making an appropriation. (FE)

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Dianne Hesselbein and 3 co-sponsors

Wisconsin establishes state matching grants for county healthcare and workforce investments, requiring state appropriation funding to incentivize local spending.

Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1
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Bill Summary · SB 747

Legislative bill overview

SB 747 would establish a grant program where the state matches county investments in healthcare, public health, and care provider workforce development. The bill includes an appropriation to fund these matching grants, designed to incentivize local governments to increase spending in these areas.

Why is this important

Healthcare workforce shortages and public health infrastructure gaps affect community access to medical services. By leveraging state funds to match county spending, the bill aims to encourage local investment while sharing costs, though it requires state budget allocation during a period of competing fiscal priorities.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost and appropriation: The bill requires state funding to match county investments; the fiscal estimate (received Feb 2026) would clarify total state expense and sustainability concerns
  • County participation variability: Rural and lower-income counties may struggle to provide matching funds, potentially creating unequal access to grant benefits across regions
  • Workforce definitions and priorities: Ambiguity over which healthcare roles and training programs qualify could create disputes over eligible uses and regional disparities in care provider types

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

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