Senate Bill 881 aims to enhance funding for crime victim services in Wisconsin by increasing the appropriation by $34,202,700 for the 2025-27 fiscal biennium. This funding will support programs administered by the Department of Justice (DOJ) that provide essential services to victims of child abuse, sexual assault, domestic abuse, and crime witnesses. Specifically, the bill allocates $17,101,350 for each fiscal year (2025-26 and 2026-27) to bolster these services.

Additionally, the bill proposes a significant change in the funding source for 17 positions currently serving crime victims. These positions, which were previously funded by federal money, will now be funded through general purpose revenue (GPR). The bill designates $4,025,800 of the appropriation increase to facilitate this transition, ensuring that these critical roles continue to support victims effectively.