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SB 990

Relating to: the state or federal benefits of a child in out-of-home care. (FE)

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by André Jacque

Wisconsin bill to reform how state and federal benefits are managed for children in foster care and out-of-home placements; failed to pass in 2026.

Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1
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Bill Summary · SB 990

Legislative bill overview

SB 990 addresses how state and federal benefits for children in out-of-home care are managed and distributed. The bill was introduced in Wisconsin's 2025-2026 legislative session but failed to advance after receiving a fiscal estimate and holding a public hearing.

Why is this important

Children in foster care and other out-of-home placements depend on various state and federal benefits for basic needs, healthcare, and support services. How these benefits are administered directly affects the resources available to vulnerable children and the foster families or facilities caring for them.

Potential points of contention

  • Benefit accessibility and coordination - Questions about whether current processes for accessing and coordinating state and federal benefits are efficient or if children are missing entitled assistance
  • Fiscal impact - The bill required a fiscal estimate, suggesting concerns about budgetary implications, possibly around administrative costs or expanded benefit eligibility
  • Implementation complexity - Changes to benefit administration could create compliance challenges for counties, child welfare agencies, and caregivers managing multiple benefit programs

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

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