Assembly Bill 488 proposes to amend the current law regarding the Department of Natural Resources' grant program for fire suppression. Specifically, the bill introduces a new provision under section 26.145 (2m) that designates the purchase of fire suppression products derived from soybeans as an eligible cost for grants. This change aims to expand the types of materials that can be funded through the program, thereby promoting the use of environmentally friendly fire suppression methods.

The bill was introduced by a group of representatives and is co-sponsored by several senators, reflecting a bipartisan effort to enhance fire suppression resources in Wisconsin. By allowing soybean-derived products to qualify for grant funding, the legislation seeks to support innovation in fire management while potentially benefiting local agricultural producers.