Relating to: creating a journalism fellowship program in the University of Wisconsin System and making an appropriation. (FE)
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The bill establishes a journalism fellowship program within the University of Wisconsin System, providing 25 one‑year fellowships each paying $40,000. Fellows must hold a degree in journalism or a related field and will be matched with local newsrooms to improve community news coverage and media literacy. The program is funded with a $1 million appropriation and adds 25 full‑time positions to the UW System.
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