Senate Bill 994 mandates the Department of Administration to issue a request for proposals for a contract to operate a public affairs network in Wisconsin. The bill outlines specific requirements for the network, including the provision of unedited live video and audio coverage of state government proceedings, which encompasses floor sessions of the senate and assembly, legislative committee meetings, executive branch agency meetings, and judicial proceedings. The network is also required to prioritize coverage of these proceedings, provide live streaming of all public legislative sessions, and maintain unedited digital archives accessible online.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that no fees can be charged for accessing live or archived coverage of senate and assembly floor sessions or meetings of the Joint Committee on Finance. The public affairs network must operate in a strictly nonpartisan manner and ensure that its coverage is not used for campaign purposes. The bill emphasizes transparency and accessibility in government proceedings, aiming to enhance public engagement and awareness.