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WI SB1031

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/17/2026

Primary Sponsor

Rob Hutton

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • 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

  • Eligibility requires household income under $60,000, completion of FAFSA, and not qualifying for federal Pell grants

  • Appropriates $2,500,000 annually in general purpose revenue (GPR) for fiscal years 2025-26 and 2026-27

  • Limits grant awards to a maximum of 10 semesters of full-time enrollment per student, with part-time enrollment counted proportionally

  • 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

Committee Referrals

Universities and Technical Colleges2/17/2026

Full Bill Text

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