New Wisconsin law aims to improve health of incarcerated people re-entering society

By: Andrew Kennard

Outlets: Wisconsin Examiner

Published: April 9, 2026

Words: 566

Last Updated: 2 months, 2 weeks ago

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Under a bill signed Wednesday by Gov. Tony Evers, Wisconsin will seek health care coverage from the federal government for certain services for incarcerated people.

A statement from Evers’ office said that AB 604 — now Wisconsin Act 233 — aims to improve health outcomes and reduce disruptions in care and rates of people committing new crimes.

As people with substance use disorders return to the community from jail or prison, they …

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