Senate Bill 278 aims to extend the community-oriented policing-house grant program in Wisconsin, which is currently set to expire on July 1, 2025, as established by 2023 Wisconsin Act 19. The bill proposes to amend the sunset date of this program to July 1, 2027, allowing for continued funding and support for community-oriented policing initiatives in cities with populations of at least 30,000.
The specific legal change involves the amendment of section 9427 (1) of 2023 Wisconsin Act 19, where the original sunset date of July 1, 2025, is deleted and replaced with the new date of July 1, 2027. This extension is intended to ensure that the grant program remains in effect for an additional two years, thereby promoting community safety and engagement through enhanced policing strategies.
Statutes affected: Text as Enrolled: 20.455(2)(cp), 20.455