Senate Bill 1017 aims to enhance the quality of child care in Wisconsin by providing dedicated funding for workforce training for child care providers. The bill creates a new section, 20.437 (2) (d), which allocates $2,166,600 in general purpose revenue for each fiscal year of the 2025-27 biennium specifically for contracts that focus on training and technical assistance for child care providers and prospective providers. This funding is intended to improve the overall quality of child care services in the state.

Currently, the Department of Children and Families is authorized to contract with agencies for training and technical assistance using federal funds. This bill supplements that funding by introducing state general revenue to ensure that child care providers receive the necessary training to enhance their skills and services. The bill reflects a commitment to investing in the child care workforce, which is crucial for supporting families and fostering child development in Wisconsin.