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WI SB1031
Bill
Status
2/17/2026
Primary Sponsor
Rob Hutton
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AI Summary
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Creates an undergraduate assistance grant program administered by the Higher Educational Aids Board (HEAB) for Wisconsin residents attending private nonprofit postsecondary institutions headquartered in the state
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Eligibility requires household income under $60,000, completion of FAFSA, and not qualifying for federal Pell grants
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Appropriates $2,500,000 annually in general purpose revenue (GPR) for fiscal years 2025-26 and 2026-27
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Limits grant awards to a maximum of 10 semesters of full-time enrollment per student, with part-time enrollment counted proportionally
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Students on the statewide child support lien docket are ineligible unless they have an approved payment agreement with the county child support agency
Legislative Description
Creating an undergraduate assistance grant program for students enrolled in private nonprofit postsecondary institutions and making an appropriation. (FE)
Last Action
Public hearing held
3/4/2026