Assembly Bill 1015 aims to amend the Wisconsin Shares program, which provides child care subsidies to low-income custodial parents, by establishing new copayment limits and increasing funding for the program. The bill stipulates that the copayment for individuals eligible for Wisconsin Shares cannot exceed 7 percent of their family's gross income, and those with family incomes below 150 percent of the poverty line will not be liable for any copayment. Additionally, the bill maintains the provision that allows the Department of Children and Families (DCF) to increase copayment amounts to reduce costs under the program.

Furthermore, the bill proposes an increase in funding for the Wisconsin Shares program by $22,930,000 for each fiscal year, which will support the payments and administration of child care subsidies. It also amends existing budget allocations for direct child care services and state administration of child care programs, reflecting increased funding levels for the upcoming fiscal years. The changes aim to enhance support for families in need of child care assistance while ensuring that the financial burden on low-income families is minimized.