Senate Bill 701 aims to enhance funding for the Family Foundations home visitation program by increasing the general purpose revenue allocated to the Department of Children and Families (DCF). This program provides grants to eligible entities that offer home visitation services to parents at risk of poor birth outcomes or child abuse and neglect, specifically targeting those who qualify for Medical Assistance. The bill proposes an increase of $1,200,000 in the fiscal year 2026-27 to support these initiatives.

The bill modifies the current appropriation schedule under section 20.005 (3) for DCF, specifically under section 20.437 (1) (ab), to reflect this funding increase. This legislative effort is part of a broader strategy to prevent child abuse and neglect in Wisconsin by bolstering support for at-risk families through targeted home visitation services.