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WI SB574
Bill
Status
10/24/2025
Primary Sponsor
LaTonya Johnson
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AI Summary
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Creates a "sum sufficient" state appropriation to continue WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) program benefits during the federal government shutdown that began October 1, 2025
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Requires the Department of Health Services to maintain WIC benefits at pre-shutdown levels until federal funding is restored through new legislation under 24 USC 1786
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Takes effect the day after publication, with the new appropriation automatically repealing on October 1, 2026
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Introduced by Senator L. Johnson and 8 Senate cosponsors, along with 30 Assembly cosponsors
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Referred to the Committee on Licensing, Regulatory Reform, State and Federal Affairs
Legislative Description
Funding for the supplemental food program for women, infants and children during the federal government shutdown and making an appropriation. (FE)
Last Action
Representative J. Jacobson added as a cosponsor
2/9/2026