Legislative Activity

Our united voice and strong relationships with legislators, policy makers, and key stakeholder partners at the state and federal levels amplify our members' voices and advocate for effective change. Below, you’ll find recent activity we and our member agencies have engaged in to shape state policy and create more responsive services and public support for children and families in Wisconsin.

WAFCA Summary Overview 2025-27 Biennial Budget

WAFCA Bills of Interest 2025-26 (rev 11/10/25)

WAFCA Policy and Budget Priorities 2025

• 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

Legislative Study Council on Emergency Detention & Civil Commitment of Minors

WAFCA Advocacy

• August 29, 2024 Memo to the Committee
• September 25, 2024 Presentation to the Commitee
• September 25, 2024 WAFCA Member Presentations to the Committee Chileda / Family Services NEW / Journey Mental Health Center / Lutheran Social Services / Northwest Connections / RISE Wisconsin
• October 10, 2024 WAFCA Member Presentation to the Committee Children's Wisconsin
• December 17, 2024 WAFCA Comments on Bill Drafts