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AB 859·WI·house

Relating to: the reimbursement rate for special education costs and school age parents programs and making an appropriation. (FE)

In CommitteeFiled Jan 16, 2026
Sponsor: Cruz
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Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1

Jan 16, 2026

Summary

The bill changes Wisconsin statutes to define how much of the eligible costs for special‑education services and school‑age parent programs the state will reimburse. For the 2025‑26 school year the reimbursement rate is capped at 42 % of eligible costs, and from 2026‑27 onward it is set at 45 %. It directs that appropriated funds be used first for special‑education services provided to children in hospitals or convalescent homes.

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