Senate Bill 1014 aims to expand the Wisconsin deflection initiative, a program designed to support individuals affected by substance use while minimizing their involvement in the criminal justice system. The bill mandates the Department of Justice (DOJ) to implement a pilot program during the 2025-27 fiscal biennium, providing grants to active deflection initiative sites for various purposes, including hiring additional staff for care coordination, contracting for consultations and evaluations, and acquiring necessary technology. The bill allocates $507,100 for each fiscal year and increases the authorized full-time equivalent (FTE) positions for the DOJ by 1.0 GPR position to facilitate this expansion.

Additionally, the bill specifies that the DOJ must submit budget information for the 2027-29 biennial budget as if the increased appropriation amounts did not take effect, ensuring that the funding adjustments are accounted for appropriately. The funding increases include $400,000 for each fiscal year to support the initiative and an additional $107,100 for each fiscal year to fund the new position authorized for the DOJ. This legislative effort reflects a commitment to enhancing support for individuals struggling with substance use in Wisconsin.