Upcoming Joint Finance Committee Meeting: Key Budget Topics on the Agenda
Joint Finance Committee Set to Resume Budget Talks Amidst Urgent Literacy Funding Request
Madison, WI — The Joint Finance Committee is gearing up for a pivotal meeting tomorrow, marking the first executive session on the state budget since a June 19 gathering was abruptly canceled due to stalled negotiations. With over 50 topics on the agenda, the committee aims to address critical issues ranging from the University of Wisconsin system to transportation funding.
A key focus of the meeting will be a hearing on the Department of Public Instruction’s request to release $49.7 million for a literacy program. This funding, initially approved two years ago, has been held up by the GOP-controlled committee following Democratic Governor Tony Evers’ partial veto of the package. The urgency of the situation has intensified after the state Supreme Court overturned those vetoes yesterday, meaning the funds will revert to the general fund unless released by Monday, the end of the biennium.
The agenda for tomorrow’s session is extensive, covering a wide array of topics that reflect the diverse needs of the state. Among the items up for discussion are:
- Elections Commission
- Administration Provisions (including housing, risk management, and IT)
- Justice Department Services (from crime victim support to firearms regulation)
- Agricultural Assistance and Environmental Protection
- Tourism and Child Welfare Initiatives
- Health Services (including public health and behavioral health)
- Natural Resources Management (focusing on conservation and water quality)
- Transportation Funding (covering local aid and state highway programs)
As the committee reconvenes, the stakes are high. The outcome of these discussions will not only shape the state budget but also impact various sectors, including education, health services, and infrastructure.
With the clock ticking down to the biennium’s end, all eyes will be on the Joint Finance Committee as they navigate these critical budgetary decisions.
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