The state of Wisconsin ended the most recent fiscal year with a $3.3 billion positive balance in its general fund and a $2.1 billion balance in its Budget Stabilization Fund, also known as the Rainy Day Fund, according to the State Controller’s Office.
The annual report covers FY 2026 that ended on June 30, 2026.
The general fund figures, indicative of a strong economy with healthy tax collections, exceeded budget estimates by about $350 million, and the Budget Stabilization Fund balance is a record high.
State general fund tax collections increased by 3.4% over the previous year.
