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WI SB236

WI SB236
Local guaranteed income programs.


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Introduced
04/14/2023
In Committee
10/05/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/15/2024

Introduced Session

2023-2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill prohibits political subdivisions from expending moneys of the political subdivision for the purpose of making payments to individuals under a guaranteed income program. “Guaranteed income program” is defined under the bill to mean a program under which individuals are provided with regular periodic cash payments that are unearned and that may be used for any purpose. Programs under which an individual is required to perform work or attend training are not “guaranteed income programs” under the bill.

AI Summary

This bill prohibits political subdivisions, such as cities, villages, towns, and counties, from using any of their funds, including shared revenue, tax revenues, or fee revenues, to make payments to individuals under a "guaranteed income program." A guaranteed income program is defined as a program that provides individuals with regular, unearned cash payments that can be used for any purpose. The bill excludes programs where individuals are required to perform work or attend training.

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Government Affairs

Sponsors (33)

Last Action

Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1 (on 04/15/2024)

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