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WI AB1124
Bill
Status
3/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jill Billings
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AI Summary
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Department of Natural Resources must establish a revolving loan program for municipalities and homeowners along the Mississippi River shoreline facing erosion threats to buildings or homes
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$2,000,000 appropriated from the environmental fund for fiscal year 2025-26 as a continuing appropriation
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DNR position authorization increased by 0.5 FTE to administer the program
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DNR required to promulgate rules establishing eligibility criteria and income limitations for loan recipients
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Emergency rules may remain in effect up to 25 months and are exempt from standard requirements to demonstrate preservation of public peace, health, safety, or welfare
Legislative Description
Creating a Mississippi River erosion control revolving loan program, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Last Action
Read first time and referred to Committee on Environment
3/13/2026