State Policy

WAFCA maintains strong relationships with, and serves as a resource to, state agency leaders, legislators, counties and coalitions throughout Wisconsin. In service to our members, we curate information that impacts the sector so that it's easier for them to stay informed, navigate shifts in policy, and take action. Below you will find current state updates, WAFCA advocacy priorities, and select resources. Consider membership if you are interested in becoming part of a network dedicated to improving policy and lives! 

WAFCA Action/Testimony 2025-26

2025-27 Biennial Budget

• WAFCA Priorities 2025-27 (rev 2/25) 
• Strengthening Services for Children: PRTF and Children's Behavioral Health Initiative
• Strengthening Services for Children: Funding for RCC and YCSF
• Growing our Workforce: QTT & Peer Specialists
• Growing our Workforce: Sustainable Medicaid Rates
• Prevention & Early Intervention: School Mental Health
• Prevention & Early Intervention: Home Visiting (joint memo)
• WAFCA Highlights of State Agency Budget Requests (9.23.24 - draft summary, subject to updates)
• State Agency Budget Requests 2025-27 (9.16.24)

WAFCA Bills of Interest 2025-2026 Legislative Session 

 POLICY RESOURCES/COALITION PARTNERS

• Raise the Age Coalition
• Coalition for Expanding School-Based Mental Health in Wisconsin  

 WISCONSIN LEGISLATIVE RESOURCES

• Joint Finance Committee 
• Schedule of Legislative Committee Activities
• More resources

LATEST FROM WISCONSIN STATE AGENCIES