Evers said the money will be used for coronavirus testing, contact tracking, emergency operations, buying medical supplies and for local governments.
“Our statewide approach to containing the spread of COVID-19 will continue with robust testing and contact tracing efforts in all corners of Wisconsin, resources that ensure our critical workers have the equipment they need to do their jobs safely, and direct investments in local communities and health providers.
The National Guard is operating 25 testing sites across the state, including two in Milwaukee – Midtown Shopping Center at N. 57th St. and W. Capitol Drive, and the UMOS Building at 2701 S. Chase Ave.
About $3 million of the fund will go to 96 local and tribal health departments in preparation of fall testing.
Another $45 million will be used for health departments to conduct testing in congregate, community and occupational settings.
Evers said Wisconsin will spend $175 million to buy more personal protective equipment for health care providers and first responders and $40 million for additional ventilators.
