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SB 842

Relating to: violence prevention grants and making an appropriation. (FE)

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Kristin Dassler-Alfheim and 4 co-sponsors

Wisconsin bill establishing state grant funding for community violence prevention programs to reduce crime through proactive intervention measures.

Senator Keyeski added as a coauthor
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Bill Summary · SB 842

Legislative bill overview

SB 842 establishes a grant program in Wisconsin dedicated to funding violence prevention initiatives and community safety programs. The bill includes a fiscal appropriation to support these grants, though specific funding amounts and program details are not provided in the action summary. This represents a legislative effort to allocate state resources toward preventing violence before it occurs.

Why is this important

Violence prevention programs can reduce crime and community trauma, but they require sustained funding to operate effectively. The bill's passage would signal state commitment to proactive public safety approaches alongside traditional law enforcement. How Wisconsin structures and funds these grants will influence which communities benefit and what interventions are prioritized.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding amount and source: The appropriation size and whether funds come from new revenue or reallocation from existing programs will be debated, particularly during budget discussions
  • Program definition and accountability: Stakeholders may disagree on which interventions qualify as "violence prevention" and how grant recipients should demonstrate effectiveness
  • Geographic and demographic targeting: Questions may arise about whether grants are distributed equitably across urban, suburban, and rural areas, or whether certain communities receive priority funding

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

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