WI SB112

Authorizes sandhill crane hunting in Wisconsin upon U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service approval, with DNR issuing permits using a cumulative preference system; permit fees are $20 for residents and $100 for nonresidents

Creates a DATCP-administered seed treatment reimbursement program for corn producers experiencing sandhill crane damage, covering up to 50% of costs with a maximum of $6,250 per applicant per planting season

Appropriates $1,875,000 annually for FY 2025-26 and FY 2026-27 for reimbursements, plus $85,000 each year for administrative expenses and one new DATCP position

Increases wildlife damage surcharges on hunting approvals (from $2 to $3 for residents, $2 to $4 for nonresidents) contingent on federal approval of sandhill crane hunting

Requires hunters to complete a free DNR sandhill crane hunter education program and pass an annual test before hunting; 50% of permit revenue goes to wildlife damage programs and 50% to crane population management