Jodi Habush Sinykin
SB 773 status: Introduced — Senator Keyeski added as a coauthor (updated Jun 1, 2026).
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Confidence
Low
Analysis basis
OpenStates summary
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Overall Score
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Bill summary
The state would provide specific government funding to the University of Wisconsin System to support the freshwater collaborative program.
The University of Wisconsin System, university faculty, students, and stakeholders involved in freshwater research.
The University is tasked with conducting studies and protection activities related to freshwater resources.
The bill includes an appropriation, but exact dollar amounts are not stated in the source.
Current status is under consideration in the Senate as of mid-2026.
Supports environmental research, academic advancement, and potentially improved water management outcomes through scientific discovery.
Budget allocation trade-offs and reliance on university-led programs for statewide environmental outcomes.
The exact funding amount, specific research goals, and accountability metrics remain unstated.
Modeled effects across six domains, estimated from bill text and comparable legislation.
Positive outlook
Positive outlook
Positive outlook
No direct effect
Neutral — no direct effect identified.
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OpenStates
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Confidence
Low
Information is limited or incomplete.
Analysis basis
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Source note
Fiscal impact is contingent on budget enactment and prioritization.
Analysis scope
Source provided is a brief summary, lacking specific appropriation amounts.
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