IRP and the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Division of Extension partner to produce a quarterly virtual learning series that seeks to clarify the implications of policy on programs serving Wisconsinites. The hour-long WKB sessions focus on timely topics such as food security and changes to food benefit programs, the implications of Medicaid policy updates to applicants and recipients, and information on state child care subsidy programs. Policy experts, practitioners, and researchers join as panelists to boost our collective understanding of the everchanging policy and program landscape for Wisconsinites.
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WKB Virtual Learning Series
How Are Wisconsinites Impacted by Recent Updates to Food Assistance Programs?
Judi Bartfeld, Professor in Consumer Science, University of Wisconsin–Madison; Autumn Arnold, Director, Bureau of Eligibility & Enrollment Policy, Division of Medicaid Services, Wisconsin Department of Health Services; Dr. Reno Wright, Public Policy & Advocacy Director, Hunger Task Force; and Steve Budnik, Northern Income Maintenance Consortium Administrator, Wood County Human Services Department, February 10, 2026
Wisconsin Knowledge Boost: How are Wisconsinites Impacted by the New Medicaid Changes?
Bill Hanna, State of Wisconsin Medicaid Administrator; Brandon Vruwink, Wood County Human Services Director; Bob Rohret, St. Croix County Health and Human Services Director; and Adam VanSpankeren, Navigator Program Manager for Covering Wisconsin, September 23, 2025