Jennifer Shilling

550 Lobbyists Busy in State Capitol

Ultimately some 750 lobbyists costing $40 million may battle for state budget decisions.

Sen. Mark Spreitzer Announces Committee Assignments and Legislative Staff as 2025-2026 Legislative Session Begins

Bill Blocks Competition on Transmission Lines

Does bipartisan proposal insure access to reliable power or favor established state utilities?

Democrats’ Revolving Door Swings Again

Assembly minority leader Gordon Hintz's decision to step down the latest of many leadership changes.

State Elections Commission Blasts Non-Partisan Election Review

Commission chair says report is "gross incompetence" or a intentional "sabotage."

Lena Taylor Is Running For Lieutenant Governor

Veteran state senator would be first Black woman to hold the position.

34 State Legislators Endorse Jill Underly for State Superintendent

More Legislators Become Lobbyists 

Nygren and Shilling are the latest to take the lucrative road well-traveled.

Legislative Houses Elect Their Leaders

Democrats call for action on COVID-19 crisis.

Purple Wisconsin Still Has Dark Red Legislature

Republican legislators continue to win big with minority of state's vote.

Can Wisconsin Create Fair District Maps?

Former Republican State Sen. Dan Kapanke admits gerrymander, calls for fair maps.

Primary Results Set Stage for November

Newcomers in many races. Kelda Roys will replace Fred Risser, nation's longest serving legislator.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Names Brandon Weathersby as New Director of Communications

Senator Jennifer Schilling Calls It Quits

Resigning Friday to take an unidentified job that would create a conflict of interest.

Shilling Submits Senate Resignation

Wisconsin Politicos Respond to Safer At Home Ruling

Politicians, lobbyists and activists fall back on party line in attacking or praising decision.

Can Democrats Retake State Senate?

An uphill fight. Retirements by seven incumbents make races hard to call.

Janet Bewley Is New State Senate Minority Leader

Sen. Bewley sets her sights on overcoming GOP opposition, re-taking the senate.

The Return of Brad Pfaff

Former state agriculture secretary running for state senate, the very body that ousted him.

Many Democratic Legislators Resigning

But Assembly Minority Leader Hintz seeks reelection to his post.

Landlords, Tenant Groups Ask for State Relief

Both sides lobby Evers, Legislature for help to make rent payments, avoid flood of evictions.

Rep. Hintz: Statement on Senator Jennifer Shilling Announcement Not to Seek Re-Election

Shilling Will Not Seek Re-election

After 20 years of service, Democratic Leader looks to chart a new course

Republicans Risk Public Health With Election

Refusal of Vos and Fitzgerald to postpone election could cause more disease, deaths.

Why Filling out the 2020 Census Matters

Each household should participate by April 1st

Legislators Take No Action on Pandemic

Some states passing laws, funding, Vos and Fitzgerald say "no need" for Wisconsin Legislature to meet.

How You Can Prevent Spread of COVID-19

Preparation, not panic, is key to dealing with this pandemic.

Republicans Vote to Legalize Discrimination

Right-wing politicians rush bill to deny health care based on gender, sexual orientation, and pre-existing medical conditions

GOP Blocks K-12 Funding While Voting to Send More Youth to Prison

Prisons get almost $1 billion boost at expense of students and homeowners

Shilling Co-Authors Buy American Act

LRB-3753 supports American businesses, manufacturers and workers

Farmers Forgotten?

Despite bipartisan reception, farm legislation delayed during special legislative session.

Who’s the Most Partisan?

Republican legislators suddenly embrace bipartisan peacemaking, blast Evers as partisan.

More Work to be Done for Wisconsin Communities

State of the State Highlights Positive Democratic Vision

Hot Debate, Limited Action by Senate

Limited bills on homeless, clean water passed, nothing on dark stores tax loophole.

Rep. Robyn Vining Proposes Bill to Curb Youth Vaping & Protect Consumers

Bill is part of the Vaping Awareness Prevention package to improve public health in Wisconsin.

Republicans Reject Closing the “Dark Store Loophole”

Homeowners to face higher property taxes under Republican control.

Shilling/Billings Water Pollution Notification Act Receives Public Hearing

Democrats 2020 Vision for Wisconsin

Fairer taxes, cleaner water, lower cost health care, common-sense solutions.

Senator Shilling Reacts to Senator Hansen Announcement

Clock Ticking for Legislature

Short session, just two months planned for 2020. Can two parties agree on any legislation?

Senate Democrats Offer 2020 Agenda

Shilling pushes homeless funding and closing dark store tax loophole.

All They Want for Christmas

The Christmas wish lists of Gov. Evers, Mayor Barrett and other politicians.

Republicans Abandon State Troopers

Amidst Staffing Shortages, GOP Blocks Contract for Top Law Enforcement

Rep. Robyn Vining Wants Wisconsin to Go Big for Small Business

This bill creates a one-stop shop for all the information a business owner needs.

How Homeless Got Frozen Out

With no explanation, Fitzgerald stopped bipartisan bill providing grants to homeless shelters.

CWD Crisis Worsens as Republicans Turn a Blind Eye

Democratic proposal for CWD Testing Kiosks Rejected by Senate GOP

Legislature Passing Few Bills

Assembly and Senate seldom in session. Just 21 bills passed in 2019 while typical average is more than 300.

GOP Adjourn for the Year with Unfinished Business

Problems impacting Wisconsin persist under ‘Do Nothing’ Republicans

Shilling Co-Authors Veteran Tax Credit Bill

“The men and women who answered the call to serve have earned our respect and should be able to receive the tax credits that are available to them.”

The Path to Brad Pfaff’s Firing

Why GOP legislators shot down Agriculture Secretary. And why Evers was incensed.

Republicans Dismiss Governor’s Special Session

Two houses immediately adjourn session on guns. They lack “the courage” to take on issue, Evers says.

Every Day of Inaction Is One Day Closer to a Preventable Mass Shooting

Republicans Ignore Public Pleas for Action on Gun Violence

Senate Fires State Agriculture Secretary

Every Republican votes not to approve Evers appointee Brad Pfaff.

Republican Obstruction Escalates Insecurity for Family Farms

Amid Dairy Crisis, Republicans Reject Ag Secretary Appointment

Republican Pettiness Threatens Family Farmers

"At a time when Wisconsin is losing dairy farms daily and suicide rates for farmers are rising, it is unacceptable and callous for Republicans to obstruct the appointment of Secretary Pfaff."

Shilling Co-Authors Child Care Tax Credit

Democrats propose plan to ease costs, expand economic opportunity

Barrett, Moore to Lead Growing DNC Team

19 honorary chairs round out Milwaukee 2020 leadership.

Democrats push Family Medical Leave Act protections

“Families in Wisconsin are working harder than ever, but our laws simply haven’t kept pace with changes in the modern workplace.”

Shilling Co-Authors Hmong Veteran Bill

There are estimated to be over 1,000 Hmong-Lao veterans living in Wisconsin.

Shilling Backs Medical Cannabis Efforts

Democrats renew efforts to legalize medical cannabis

What Will It Take To Act?

As Mass Shootings Continue, Democrats Push for Action on Gun Safety

AFP-WI Launches New Wave of Grassroots Lobbying Efforts

The group will mobilize activists throughout the state to canvass communities, have conversations with their neighbors, and ask them to encourage their lawmakers to work toward policies that expand opportunities for Wisconsinites.

Can New Leader Clean Up WEDC?

Evers appointee Melissa Hughes takes over long-troubled state jobs agency.

Shilling Applauds Hughes as WEDC pick

"As someone with a connection to the Coulee Region, I have enjoyed working with Ms. Hughes through her work at Organic Valley."

GOP Bungling Could Cost Wisconsin Taxpayers Millions

Republican Lame Duck Laws Continue to Obstruct State A.G.

Lena Taylor Announces Run for Mayor

"We need leadership and an office that is not corrupt," she declares.

Momentum for Medicaid Expansion Continues

Democrats renew push for legislation to expand health coverage

Shilling Co-Authors Bipartisan Legislation to Combat Teen Dating Violence

“Experiencing unhealthy relationship practices as a young adult can have lifelong negative impacts including increased risk for depression, anxiety, and substance abuse.”

Health Coverage for Pre-existing Conditions in Jeopardy

Thousands could lose coverage under GOP negligence

State’s Loss on Federal ACA is $1.3 Billion

State loses $1.3 billion in federal funds for medical care under Republican two-year budget.

Budget Should Plan For the Future

By trashing so much of Evers' budget, Republicans show no vision for state’s future.

U.S. Supreme Court Allows Gerrymandering

Ruling effectively ends challenge to Republicans’ skewed legislative maps.

Shilling Echoes Bipartisan Concerns with Fiscally Reckless Republican Budget

"The Republican budget protects tax breaks for millionaires while raising property taxes on working families by the highest amount in a decade."

Republicans Pay More for Less

GOP budget rejects $1.6 billion in federal funds, provides less funding for schools and highways.

GOP Plan Restricts Local Control Over Quarries

Legislators get donations from frac sand companies, reduce oversight of sand mines and quarries.

Legislature Passes “Born Alive” Abortion Bill

Evers has vowed to veto bill, along with three other abortion measures.

Male GOP Politicians Dictate Women’s Health

Birth Outcomes to Worsen after Republicans Reject MA Expansion

Republicans Defy Wisconsin Voters

GOP politicians reject Medicaid Expansion and slash health funding

Democrats Celebrate at State Convention

Evers, Baldwin speak on how to win: don’t “get down into the mud with Republicans.”

GOP Budget Cuts Threaten School Success

Republicans block Gov. Evers’ historic investments in schools

Senate GOP Refuse to Close the “Dark Store” Loophole

Homeowners to face higher property taxes under Republican control

Sen. Shilling Celebrates International Workers’ Day

"Wisconsinites want to see their leaders on both sides of the aisle come together to expand economic opportunities and prioritize working families."

Remembering Wisconsin Workers

"International Workers’ Memorial Day is a solemn reminder that we must fight for workplace safety each and every day."

Democrats Take Action to Extend SeniorCare

Popular and Successful Rx drug program extended 10 years

True Colors Show In State Capitol

Scott Fitzgerald could learn from Russ Feingold on how America’s government should be run.

Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order #19 Relating to the Creation of the Committee to Celebrate the Centennial Anniversary of Wisconsin’s Ratification of the 19th Amendment

Gov. Evers today designated Mrs. Kathy Evers as the Chairwoman of the Executive Committee.

GOP rejects funding for cancer research facility, veteran homes, and mental health facilities

Republicans jeopardize investments in Wisconsin’s future

City of Prairie du Chien receives $250,000 state grant to support development of The Waterfront Hotel

WEDC investment to help fund construction of three-story downtown hotel

City of Prairie du Chien receives $250,000 state grant to support development of The Waterfront Hotel

WEDC investment to help fund construction of three-story downtown hotel

The People’s Budget is a Win for Wisconsin

“It’s a new day in Wisconsin."

End Corporate Welfare, Help the People

End giveaways to wealthy and companies that export jobs, lower taxes for middle class.

Shilling Praises Gov. Evers Healthy Women, Healthy Babies Proposal

"I want to ensure that all moms in Wisconsin have access to quality health care so babies are born healthy and stay healthy."

Shilling Backs Gov. Evers’ Medical Marijuana Push

"Medical research, scientific studies, and personal experiences clearly support the use of medical marijuana."

Republicans jeopardize school funding with one-time spending gimmick

"Wisconsin’s working families have made it clear they want real solutions for tax relief, not political posturing."

Vos, Fitzgerald Support Tolls to Pay For Roads

Democrats may consider but prefer gas tax indexing.

Homeowners Triumph under Gov. Evers

"Closing the Dark Store loophole will be a huge win for homeowners and small businesses in Wisconsin."

Shilling Statement on Foxconn Fiasco

"The Walker administration and legislative Republicans failed to put in place stronger safeguards to hold Foxconn accountable and protect Wisconsin taxpayers."

Legislature Begins Era of Divided Government

Vos, Fitzgerald call for bipartisan approach, but Vos warns against “far left” ideas.

Senate Dem Leader lays out priorities for 2019-20 session

"My Senate Democratic colleagues and I are committed to working with Gov. Tony Evers and focusing on the important issues at hand."

Shilling Announces Senate Office Staff

Tony Palese will serve as Chief of Staff to Senator Shilling.