WI Advances Nanotech Legislation

The Wisconsin Joint Legislative Council has recommended a bill establishing a nanotechnology information hub within the University of Wisconsin-Extension to promote the development of nanotechnology businesses.

The proposed legislation, in part, directs the University of Wisconsin Board of Regents to maintain a nanotechnology information hub in the UW−Extension for at least 5 years. It will promote the development of nanotechnology businesses in this state and gather and disseminate information about environmental health and workplace safety related to nanotechnology. The Council’s recommendation means that the proposal will be introduced for consideration in the Legislature.

Nanotechnology appears to offer the food processing and packaging industries significant gains in terms of performance, safety and functionality. MWFPA will continue to follow this legislation closely.