Jill Billings (Dem.), 95th Assembly District.
Born Rochester, MN, January 19, 1962; 2 children. Graduate Stewartville H.S. 1980; B.A. Augsburg College, Minneapolis, MN 1989. Council of State Governments BILLD Fellow 2012. Full-time legislator. Former teacher of English and Citizenship to Hmong adults. Member: Viterbo University Board of Advisors; UW-La Crosse Chancellor’s Community Council; La Crosse County League of Women Voters; La Crosse County Democratic Party. Former member: Wisconsin Counties Association County Ambassador Program; La Crosse Area Family Policy Board; Stepping Stones Children’s Advocacy Center; La Crosse County Economic Development Fund; La Crosse Community Foundation Granting Advisory Board. La Crosse County Board 2004-12.
Elected to the Assembly in November 2011 special election; reelected 2012. Biennial committee assignments: 2013 — Constitution and Ethics (co-chp.); Children and Families; Colleges and Universities; Tourism; Workforce Development; Legis. Coun. Spec. Com. on Permanency for Young Children in the Child Welfare System. 2011 — Public Health and Safety; Consumer Protection and Personal Privacy.
Telephone: Office: (608) 266-5780; (888) 534-0095 (toll free).
Voting address: 403 South 13th Street, La Crosse 54601.
Mailing address: Office: Room 307 West, State Capitol, P.O. Box 8952, Madison 53708.
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PFAS Ban Wouldn’t Start Until 2028 Under New Bill
New legislation by western Wisconsin Democrats would ban products with added PFAS, offer alternative approach to spending state PFAS trust fund
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$125 million is set aside in trust for addressing forever chemicals, but bill would limit DNR authority.
Feb 22nd, 2024 by Danielle KaedingTranq Testing Strip Bill Passes Assembly
Strips test for horse tranquilizer xylazine increasingly mixed with heroin, opioids.
Feb 22nd, 2024 by Isiah HolmesNew PFAS legislation would allow critical PFAS groundwater standards to progress
Feb 7th, 2024 by Wisconsin Conservation Voters
Gov. Evers Announces State Building Commission Approves Approximately $589 Million in Projects Across Wisconsin
Dec 13th, 2023 by Gov. Tony Evers
Gov. Evers Announces State Building Commission Approves Approximately $388.7 Million in Projects Across Wisconsin
Oct 25th, 2023 by Gov. Tony Evers
With Lawsuits Pending, Assembly Republicans Approve Redistricting Changes
Fight over gerrymandering now moves to Senate.
Sep 15th, 2023 by Sarah LehrRepublican Bills Would Change Unemployment Insurance, Licensing
"Solutions in search of problems," says Sen. Melissa Agard.
Jun 8th, 2023 by Erik GunnWisconsin ‘Safe Harbor’ Bill Bans Prosecuting Minors for Prostitution
Bipartisan legislation intended to aid fight against sex trafficking.
Jun 4th, 2023 by Sarah LehrGov. Evers Reacts to Republican Rejection of Historic Investment in State Infrastructure
Republicans again obstruct state infrastructure investments estimated to provide 45,000 family-supporting jobs, $6.8 billion in economic impact
Mar 23rd, 2023 by Gov. Tony Evers2022 Roundup: Gov. Evers Completes 2022 72-County Tour of Wisconsin
Dec 28th, 2022 by Gov. Tony Evers
Gov. Evers Announces State Building Commission Approves $253 Million in Projects Across Wisconsin
Dec 14th, 2022 by Gov. Tony Evers
Gov. Evers Announces State Building Commission Approves $71 Million Projects Across Wisconsin
Projects include funding for the design of a new Wisconsin Historical Society Museum, new UW Madison Engineering Building, expansion of critical health care resources, and building improvements to improve safety, reduce energy usage and carbon emissions
Jun 23rd, 2022 by Gov. Tony EversGov. Evers Announces State Building Commission Approves More than $106 Million in Projects Across Wisconsin
May 5th, 2022 by Gov. Tony Evers
Assembly Passes MPS Breakup Bill
Plus a 'parental bill of rights' and several mandates for UW System.
Feb 23rd, 2022 by Christine HatfieldGov. Evers Announces State Building Commission Approves More than $28 Million in Projects Across Wisconsin
Feb 9th, 2022 by Gov. Tony Evers
Gov. Evers Announces State Building Commission Approves More than $60 Million in Projects Across Wisconsin
Dec 16th, 2021 by Gov. Tony Evers
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Exit of mayor and congressman makes room for new generation of leaders.
Aug 30th, 2021 by Steven WaltersGov. Evers Announces State Building Commission Approves More than $92 Million in Projects Across Wisconsin
Aug 11th, 2021 by Gov. Tony Evers
Building Commission Approves Nearly $87 Million in Projects in Wisconsin
Projects include nearly $66 million approved for Mendota Juvenile Treatment Center expansion
May 26th, 2021 by Gov. Tony EversGov. Evers, State Legislators Announce Legislation to Address Statewide PFAS Contamination
Democrats reintroduce the CLEAR Act to enact and enforce statewide PFAS standards, fund PFAS testing, monitoring, and mitigation efforts
Apr 21st, 2021 by Gov. Tony EversAs State Looks to Bounce Back from Pandemic, Gov. Evers Urges Bipartisan Support for $2.38 Billion in Capital Budget Investments to Provide Estimated 29,000 Family-Supporting Jobs, $4.3 Billion in Economic Impact
Governor's 2021-23 capital budget to be taken up by State Building Commission this week includes major projects in both Republican and Democratic districts
Mar 15th, 2021 by Gov. Tony EversGovernor Evers Announces 2021-23 Capital Budget Recommendations
Feb 22nd, 2021 by Gov. Tony Evers
Gov. Evers Announces Building Commission Approves Projects
Feb 11th, 2021 by Gov. Tony Evers
Gov. Evers Announces Building Commission Approves $350 million for Key Projects
Dec 16th, 2020 by Gov. Tony Evers
Elected Officials Across the State Join Call for Peaceful and Fair Vote Count
Nov 2nd, 2020 by Black Leaders Organizing for Communities
Gov. Evers Announces Building Commission Approves $73 million for Key Projects
Oct 14th, 2020 by Gov. Tony Evers
Building Commission Approves $65 million for Key Projects
Aug 12th, 2020 by Gov. Tony Evers
Opioid Overdoses Skyrocket During Pandemic
Opioid overdoses are up 117 percent compared to the same period in 2019.
Aug 8th, 2020 by Shamane MillsShilling/Billings Water Pollution Notification Act Receives Public Hearing
Jan 16th, 2020 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Pollution Records Shouldn’t Be a Secret
Bipartisan bill requires government pollution test results to be disclosed in a timely fashion.
Jan 2nd, 2020 by Christa WesterbergGov. Evers Applauds Renewable Energy Project Approved by Building Commission
Oct 16th, 2019 by Gov. Tony Evers
Wisconsin legislators rally behind Judge Jill Karofsky for Wisconsin Supreme Court
Judge Karofsky currently serves as a criminal court judge in Dane County.
Oct 15th, 2019 by Jill KarofskyGov. Evers Announces Building Commission Approved Projects
Gov. Evers is committed to maintaining safe and reliable buildings by making smart and efficient maintenance decisions and investing in needed repairs and upgrades across the state building portfolio.
Aug 7th, 2019 by Gov. Tony EversOh, Those Dreaded Plastic Bags
Council debates what to do with bags that clog up recycling process.
May 15th, 2019 by Jeramey JanneneCross Still Hopes for New UWM Building
Legislature killed Evers capital budget but UW System still backs new funding, bonding authority for projects around state.
Apr 8th, 2019 by Rich KremerRep. Robyn Vining Supports Safe Harbor Legislation
"The Safe Harbor Bill is a piece of common-sense legislation that helps protect trafficked youth."
Mar 25th, 2019 by State Rep. Robyn ViningLegislators Reject Evers Capital Budget
Republicans say $2.5 billion too high, back smaller price tag for top priorities.
Mar 21st, 2019 by Laurel WhiteGOP rejects funding for cancer research facility, veteran homes, and mental health facilities
Republicans jeopardize investments in Wisconsin’s future
Mar 20th, 2019 by State Sen. Jennifer ShillingGov. Evers Announces 2019-2021 Capital Budget Recommendations
These Capital Budget Recommendations aggressively and responsibly address deferred maintenance and life safety issues in state-owned buildings.
Mar 7th, 2019 by Gov. Tony EversState Building Commission Approves Key Projects
Design and construction of UW-Milwaukee Sandburg Hall renovation project.
Feb 21st, 2019 by Gov. Tony EversDemocratic Program Recruits Women Candidates
Emerge program’s training give women the confidence to run for office.
Sep 24th, 2018 by Steven WaltersSarah Godlewski wins Democratic nomination for State Treasurer
Godlewski is ready to work with Tony Evers and the whole Democratic ticket as they head into the general election.
Aug 14th, 2018 by Sarah GodlewskiBuilding Commission Approves $5 Million for Brown County STEM Innovation Center
New structure to replace Eagle Tower at Peninsula State Park also approved
Aug 8th, 2018 by Gov. Scott WalkerSarah Godlewski earns key endorsement from End Citizens United
Godlewski is the first statewide candidate in Wisconsin to earn this major endorsement.
Aug 1st, 2018 by Sarah GodlewskiNo Choice in 36% of Legislative Races
Gerrymandering and decline in number of candidates leaves 2.5 million residents with no choice.
Jun 14th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy CampaignBuilding Commission Approves Projects
"The projects that the State Building Commission approved today will maintain and strengthen the delivery of important services and resources to the public."
Jun 6th, 2018 by Gov. Scott WalkerSupporting Wisconsin’s Children and Families: Governor Walker to Sign 11 Bills to Improve Outcomes for Children in Foster Care
This legislative bill package was created by the 2017 Speaker’s Task Force on Foster Care.
Apr 4th, 2018 by Gov. Scott WalkerWith Elections Just a Year Away, Legislature Abandons Wisconsin Families
Industrial Acid Mining Bill Will Put Public Health at Risk for Generations
Nov 8th, 2017 by Wisconsin Conservation VotersGovernor Walker Announces Members of the Task Force on Opioid Abuse
Group to hold its first meeting on October 28 in Green Bay
Oct 25th, 2016 by Gov. Scott WalkerNew Law Grants CHIPS Protections to Child Trafficking Victims
The law aligns Wisconsin with the federal Justice for Victims of Trafficking Act.
Apr 25th, 2016 by State Sen. LaTonya JohnsonWisconsin Women in Government Announces 2016 Board of Directors and Leadership Team
Wisconsin Women in Government was founded in 1987 to celebrate and support the talented women who choose a career in government service.
Mar 30th, 2016 by Wisconsin Women in GovernmentAssembly Democrats Urge Gov. Walker to Veto Assembly Bill 387 and Assembly Bill 388
Bills Will Have a Devastating Impact on Wisconsin’s Tradition of Clean, Open and Transparent Government
Nov 17th, 2015 by State Rep. Peter BarcaShilling, Billings call for rail safety improvements
Rail safety improvements are needed to prevent train derailments and protect local communities from potentially catastrophic accidents.
Nov 9th, 2015 by State Sen. Jennifer ShillingUnopposed Legislators Still Love Campaign Cash
Retiring and unopposed legislators are sitting on $1.2 million in donations.
Sep 2nd, 2014 by Steven WaltersRep. Barca announces Democratic committee assignments for upcoming legislative session
Today Assembly Democratic Leader Peter Barca (D-Kenosha) announced the Assembly Democratic members of the standing and joint committees for the 2013-2014 legislative session.
Dec 21st, 2012 by State Rep. Peter Barca