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AB 974·WI·house

Relating to: a public affairs network trust fund, grants to the WisconsinEye Public Affairs Network, and making an appropriation. (FE)

Passed One ChamberFiled Jan 30, 2026
Sponsor: Neubauer
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Failed to concur in pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1

Jan 30, 2026

Summary

The bill creates a dedicated trust fund to hold state money, donations, and earnings, and directs interest from that fund to grant WisconsinEye money for operating costs. WisconsinEye must appoint legislative designees to its board, focus on official meetings, provide free online access, and file annual financial reports. If WisconsinEye shuts down, it must repay the grant money and transfer its archives to the state historical society.

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