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Wisconsin Assembly Bill AB454

Wisconsin 2023-2024 Regular Session

Wisconsin Assembly Bill AB454

Introduced
9/28/23  
Refer
9/28/23  

Caption

Funding for the Wisconsin Institute for Sustainable Technology at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point and making an appropriation. (FE)

Impact

If enacted, AB454 will ensure that the Wisconsin Institute for Sustainable Technology has the necessary funds to broaden its support for local industries engaged in forestry and paper production. This funding is seen as essential for maintaining the institute's operations, enabling it to undertake more extensive research and development initiatives in sustainable practices that can benefit these industries. By doing so, the bill aims to promote economic growth within this sector, which is vital to the state's economy.

Summary

Assembly Bill 454 focuses on the establishment of a funding mechanism for the Wisconsin Institute for Sustainable Technology located at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. The bill mandates that the Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System provide ongoing financial support for the institute, which is aimed at enhancing its contributions to the state's forest and paper industries. The legislation specifies an appropriation of $250,000 per year for both the 2023-24 and 2024-25 fiscal years.

Contention

While the bill primarily aims to support sustainability efforts, there are likely discussions on the allocation of state funds and prioritization of academic programs amidst budget constraints. Concerns might arise from other educational institutions or state agencies regarding the emphasis on funding this particular institute over other pressing educational or infrastructural needs within the state's budget. However, specifics regarding contention or opposition were not highlighted in the provided texts.

Latest AB454 Activity

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

WI SB449

Funding for the Wisconsin Institute for Sustainable Technology at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point and making an appropriation. (FE)

WI AB994

Funding for the University of Wisconsin System and making an appropriation. (FE)

WI AB1064

Funding for the University of Wisconsin System's Wisconsin Institute for Citizenship and Civil Dialogue and making an appropriation. (FE)

WI SB1009

Funding for the University of Wisconsin System's Wisconsin Institute for Citizenship and Civil Dialogue and making an appropriation. (FE)

WI AB998

Funding student success and access at University of Wisconsin System institutions and making an appropriation. (FE)

WI AB839

Funding for certain research positions at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and making an appropriation. (FE)

WI SB769

Funding for certain research positions at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and making an appropriation. (FE)

WI AB1141

Creating a journalism fellowship program in the University of Wisconsin System and making an appropriation. (FE)

WI SB1040

Creating a journalism fellowship program in the University of Wisconsin System and making an appropriation. (FE)

WI AB991

Funding for Wisconsin grants for University of Wisconsin System students and technical college students and making an appropriation. (FE)

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