Wisconsin State Assembly

WI Working Families Party endorses Milwaukee County slate for state legislature

Working families champions to build progressive power for county; state residents

2018 WI Supreme Court candidate Tim Burns endorses Mandela Barnes for Lt. Governor

Burns joins an impressive list of leaders and organizations endorsing Mandela.

2018 PrideFest

Our photos capture the love and color of the 31st annual PrideFest.

Hutton Campaign Announces Re-Election for the 13th District in the State Assembly

"Though we have accomplished much, now is not the time to rest on our accomplishments. There is still much to do in Madison.

B-list candidate Bryan Steil announces doomed run for 1st congressional district seat

Democratic candidates are fired up like never before

McBride Announces Run for Wisconsin State Assembly

Democrat will challenge Rep. Rob Hutton for suburban Milwaukee seat

Poll Shows Bryce Poised to Win WI-01

Bryce ahead or tied with possible opponents, including former Congressman

Wendy Sue Johnson Announces Bid for the 68th State Assembly District

Wendy Sue has a long history of public service and community engagement.

Speaker Vos Statement on Retirement of Rep. Lee Nerison

"I want to wish him and his family the best in their future."

Governor Walker Appoints Chief of Staff Rich Zipperer to the Public Service Commission, Eric Schutt as Chief of Staff

Zipperer has served in the Governor’s Office since September 2012 and as chief of staff since September 2015.

Legislature Partially Restores Historic Preservation Program

Has state finally decided on new rules for program or will they continue to make changes?

Universal Background Checks Fail on Party Line in WI State Assembly

90% of Americans support this modest safety check, but Wisconsin’s Assembly Republicans refused to pass it.

Governor Walker Visits Hospitals in La Crosse and Green Bay to Promote Health Care Stability Plan

“Where Washington has failed, Wisconsin will step up and lead.”- Gov. Walker

Welfare Reform a Morally Cruel Campaign Distraction

"These bills do not address the issues that Governor Walker continues to neglect."

Assembly Awards Mount Pleasant Couple with Hometown Hero Award

Governor Walker Announces Administration Staff Changes

Ellen Nowak will begin her role as Department of Administration (DOA) secretary on Monday, March 5, 2018.

Lipscomb Reaffirms Wisconsin’s Good Government Values

Asks Legislators to Reject Bill that Would Undo Checks and Balances

State Representatives JoCasta Zamarripa, Christine Sinicki, And Jonathan Brostoff Endorse Chris Rockwood For State Assembly

More current Assembly members join Rockwood’s effort to win the 14th District

State Assembly Passes Sheriff Sale Fairness Legislation

Wisconsin counties will have important tools to target bad actors and increase auction sale competition

Governor Walker Proposes Health Care Stability Plan to Stabilize Premiums for Wisconsinites on Obamacare

"There are hardworking people across our state who are experiencing massive health care premium increases under Obamacare, and that’s unacceptable."

Jim Boullion Named RENEW Wisconsin’s Director of Government Affairs

Boullion will be working on state and federal issues to increase the utilization of Wisconsin generated renewable energy.

Evan Goyke

"I would love to see better access to rail, buses, biking, walking/running, etc."

New Study Shows Bipartisan Session Agreements Make a Positive Impact

"We wanted to have a more transparent process that allows for greater public participation in the legislative process."

Democrats Continue to Lead the Fight to Protect Taxpayers on Foxconn

Walker’s Republican allies in Legislature reject resolution calling for Foxconn contract to be made public

Speaker Vos Announces New Assembly Committee on International Affairs and Commerce

Wisconsin exported $21 billion in products last year.

Assembly Passes Bill Banning Abortion Coverage

"If this policy becomes law, families in Wisconsin will have to pay the full cost of an unexpected medical emergency out of pocket."

National Association of Social Workers, Wisconsin Chapter to Present State Representative Jonathan Brostoff with Public Service Award

Representative Brostoff has organized against regulatory bills that could threaten social work and other professions.

Governor Walker Appoints Dan Meyer to Serve as Department of Natural Resources Secretary

Meyer’s appointment is effective today, September 25, 2017.

Right Wing Seeks to End Democracy?

Their support for Wisconsin gerrymander part of a disturbing international trend.

The Many Broken Promises of Foxconn

Why give away billions to a company that can’t be trusted?

Governor Walker Releases Statement on Bipartisan Assembly Passage of Wisconn Valley Special Session Legislation

"As the world’s largest electronics manufacturer, Foxconn’s $10 billion investment and 13,000 new jobs will be transformational"

Rep. Mark Spreitzer pushes to protect Wisconsin taxpayers

"Due to Governor Walker’s weak negotiating, Wisconsin will be forced to use taxpayer dollars to write Foxconn yearly checks for up to $312 million..."

Where Will Foxconn Find Workers?

State’s working age population in decline. Will Foxconn pay enough so workers move here?

Speaker Vos Statement on Dr. Ellsworth Brown’s Retirement

Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) released the following statement in regards to the retirement announcement of Dr. Ellsworth Brown, Director of the Wisconsin Historical Society.

Wisconsin Speaker Robin Vos Becomes Vice President of NCSL

Vos has served as the 75th speaker of the Wisconsin State Assembly since 2011.

Unconstitutional Bill Addressing Republican-Manufactured Crisis to Pass Assembly

Republicans set to pass bill spearheaded by Speaker Robin Vos attacking free speech rights on campus

Supreme Court Will Hear Oral Arguments In Landmark Partisan Gerrymandering Case, Gill v. Whitford

Wisconsin’s partisan gerrymander is one of the most extremely gerrymandered state legislative plans in the last four decades.

Transportation Inaction Hurts State

By 2019 debt payments will have increased by 110%.

Audit of Wisconsin’s Financial Statements Another Hit to GOP’s Budget Fairytale

Financial records show billion-dollar General Fund deficit and bleeding Transportation Fund

Affordable Care Act Repeal would have Devastating Consequences in Wisconsin

"According to the Congressional Budget Office, 24 million Americans will lose their health insurance"

DNR Audit Underlines Consequences of Starving State Government

DNR underfunding, understaffing causing lack of enforcement, accountability

Sen. LaTonya Johnson’s Juvenile Justice Reform Moves Forward

2017 Senate Bill 35 was overwhelmingly approved by the full Wisconsin State Senate.

Rep. Mark Spreitzer’s and Rep. JoCasta Zamarripa’s statement on the withdrawal of federal protections for transgender students

"The reasoning of the Trump administration’s decision in withdrawing federal protections for transgender students is hurtful, discriminatory, and baseless."

Barriers to LGBTQ Empowerment

Alverno Forum will explore the challenges that face the LGBTQ community

Representative Jonathan Brostoff is Honored to be Sworn into Office for the 2017-19 Session, is Eager to Tackle Fresh Agenda

Brostoff will be the Ranking Member for the Assembly Democrats on the Committee for Regulatory and Licensing Reform.

Speaker Vos Statement on Departure of WisDOT Secretary Gottlieb

“...Secretary Gottlieb’s expertise and candor will be missed.”

Speaker Vos Statement on the Retirement of Secretary Scocos

“I would like to thank Secretary Scocos for his many years of public service in Wisconsin state government.”

Rep. Mark Spreitzer unanimously elected Assembly Democratic Caucus Chair

Rep. Spreitzer will begin his second term representing the 45th Assembly District in Janua

”CPA Caucus” Seeks Major Tax Changes

Four Republican lawmakers would simplify taxes and end some sales tax exemptions.

Representative JoCasta Zamarripa on the Passing of Reverend Joe Angel Medina

“My thoughts and prayers go out to Yolanda Lomeli Medina and the entire Medina family during this difficult time.”

Darrol Gibson Announces Impressive Slate of Endorsements Including Congresswoman Gwen Moore

Darrol is the only candidate running for a seat in the Wisconsin State Legislature this fall to receive a primary endorsement from Congresswoman Moore.

Property Taxpayers Pay for Walker School Cuts

Voters in 127 school districts approved referendums to raise property taxes to help offset state funding cuts.

The Comeback That Never Came

Fact checking Gov. Walker’s claims of economic recovery show a state being left behind.

Little Help for College Students in Debt

Legislature’s small changes dwarfed by cutbacks in UW funding.

Speaker Vos Statement on Rep. Ott Retirement

“His passion and work led to the 2003 passing of bills revitalizing Wisconsin’s agricultural community with incentives, and better rural health care.”

Not Seeking Re-election

During the remainder of my term I will continue to assist constituents and work with colleagues to keep Wisconsin moving forward.

Liquid Nicotine Regulations Signed Into Law

Liquid nicotine is a toxic substance, a tiny amount of which can kill a small child.

Republicans Punt On State’s Major Issues

End session with no action on jobs, to lower student debt, fix roads, help public schools.

Assembly Approves Five Rep. Neylon Bills

Last week the Wisconsin State Assembly passed five pieces of legislation authored by State Representative Adam Neylon.

Speaker Vos Statement on Rep. Murtha Retirement

"He will be missed for not only his dedication to the team, but also for his great sense of humor."

Speaker Vos Statement on Rep. Larson’s Retirement

“I would like to thank Tom for his years of service in the Assembly.”

Rep. Mark Spreitzer pushes for meaningful college affordability measures

“Democrats are proposing meaningful assistance and relief to Wisconsinites who have borrowed to fund their education and have a desire to pursue their dreams.”

Speaker Vos Statement on State of the Tribes Address

Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) made the following statement following the twelfth annual State of the Tribes address delivered to the state Assembly, members of the state Senate and constitutional officers.

Legislature Votes to Protect Victims of Domestic Abuse

Kleefisch/Taylor legislation passes with strong bipartisan support

Rep. Barnes Honors Brenda Wesley with Wisconsin State Assembly “Hometown Hero” Award

She left her work in corporate America in order to advocate for those without a voice.

Assembly members propose bill enumerating I-94 corridor project

Traffic and engineering experts say modernizing the I-94 east/west corridor is needed to realize the safety features, reduced congestion and operational capabilities of both the Marquette and Zoo interchanges.

Speaker Vos Announces State of the Tribes Address

“It’s important to find areas of mutual interest between our governments and work together to address shared concerns.”

The Walker Agenda Is Failing

The result is rising job layoffs, a shrinking middle class, and nation's third-worst roads.

Can New Approach End Gerrymandering?

“Efficiency model” goes before courts. It has a chance.

Roggensack Weakens Judicial Watchdog?

Chief justice appoints GOP operative sanctioned by federal court to Judicial Commission.

Photo ID for Food Stamps Will Fail

By law, merchants can't check cards and new system costly for taxpayers.

AFP Applauds State Legislature for Protecting Freedom of Speech

G.A.B and Campaign Finance Reforms Will Ensure Wisconsinites' Constitutional Rights Remain Protected

Republicans Should Focus on Wisconsin Jobs, Not Their Own Jobs

“The people of Wisconsin deserve swift bipartisan action on initiatives to grow Wisconsin jobs.”

Legislature Must Act to Help Veterans

Because of long wait times for veterans, their mental health care needs are not met.

Last Day of Session: Where are the Jobs?

“Instead of working to create jobs for their constituents, Assembly Republicans focused the fall session on protecting their own jobs by padding their campaign pockets and pushing extreme legislation.”

AFP Applauds Occupational Licensure Reform

Bill Expands Access to Opportunity for Wisconsin Entrepreneurs

Republicans Open the Door to Cronyism and Corruption in State Government

“This bill guts Wisconsin’s century-old civil service system and replaces it with a system that will allow partisan political appointees to hire their handpicked cronies.”

Republicans Vote to Open the Floodgates to Unlimited Money in Politics

Assembly Democrats Recuse Themselves from the Vote

Assembly Republicans Vote to Protect Corrupt Politicians

“From the Corrupt Politician Protection Act to Republican legislation that opens the floodgates for unlimited and undisclosed campaign donations, the integrity of our democracy is at risk.”

State Representative LaTonya Johnson Endorses Chevy Johnson

“Chevy has passionately served Milwaukee, and has stood for better public safety, improved infrastructure and jobs with livable wages,” remarked Rep. Johnson.

Abortion-obsessed Republicans Choose Politics over Wisconsin Women’s Health

“Assembly Bill 310 recklessly jeopardizes health care access to the 336,000 Wisconsin women who are in need of affordable reproductive health care.”

A New Model for Growing Jobs in Wisconsin

Plan would eliminate WEDC and consolidate economic development programs back into a state agency.

Taxi Parking to Urban Living

Deregulating taxicabs will pour at least $172,000 into government coffers annually.

Rep. Goyke Testifies In Support of Problem-Solving Courts Legislation

Assembly Bills 51 and 52 will benefit Wisconsin’s court system and those whom they serve by providing greater access to treatment while maintaining high quality standards to ensure the program’s success.

TIF Districts Are Overused, Abused

Legislation requiring “best practices” in their use is needed.

Citizen Action Applauds WEDC Outsourcing Accountability Bills

The bills are AB 340 in the Assembly and SB 211 in the Senate.

Rep. Brostoff Statement on Arena Deal “No” Vote

It is a bad deal for my neighbors in this Assembly District and for Milwaukee County.

Bucks Statement on Wisconsin State Assembly Vote

The Milwaukee Bucks released the following statement from President Peter Feigin on the Wisconsin State Assembly arena financing vote: