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WI SB1040
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/24/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jeff Smith
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AI Summary
- Adds projects expanding fiber optic broadband lines to farms as a priority category for Public Service Commission broadband expansion grants
- Defines "farm" as land primarily devoted to agricultural uses related to crop and animal production, as referenced in Department of Revenue administrative rules (s. Tax 18.05)
- Amends existing statute 196.504, which governs broadband infrastructure grants for underserved areas
- Introduced February 24, 2026 and referred to Committee on Utilities, Technology and Tourism
Legislative Description
Prioritizing certain farm projects under the broadband expansion grant program.
Last Action
Representative Subeck added as a cosponsor
3/4/2026
Committee Referrals
Utilities, Technology and Tourism2/24/2026
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