Wisconsin Elections Commission

Evers Vetoes GOP Bill Ending Tax on Overtime and Tips

Also vetos bill requiring counties to cooperate with ICE, and killing 400-year veto.

Key Reminders for April 7, 2006 Spring Election

Three-Judge Panel Rejects Lawsuit to Redo State’s Congressional Maps

But another Democratic suit to remap WI districts will go to trial.

Early Voting in WI Supreme Court Race Way Behind 2025

Number of absentee ballots cast so far is 112,000 behind pace set in 2025.

Wisconsin Supreme Court Race Pivotal for Election Policy

Court could face issues like noncitizen voting, 2028 presidential election disputes.

‘You Cannot Bet On an Election in Wisconsin!’

WEC chair warns that betting on outcome of election can get your ballot tossed.

DMV Explains Steps to Obtain an ID to Use at the Polls

Law Forward, ACLU, Common Cause Fight to Protect Wisconsin Voters’ Private Data From Trump Administration Demand

Groups urge federal court to dismiss DOJ lawsuit seeking unredacted statewide voter file

Milwaukee Democrats Hold Gala

400-strong gathering of politicos at Italian Community Center, with high hopes for 2026.

Most Common Forms of Identification to Show at Voting Polls: Wisconsin DMVs Driver License or ID

Is Non-Citizen Voting a Real Threat to Elections in Wisconsin?

The data is very powerful. First of a series.

DMV Offers Information on Obtaining an ID for Voting

DOJ Sues Wisconsin For Voter Data, But Legal Experts See A Different Motive

Civil rights law is at the center of a fight some say is really about stoking doubt in election results ahead of 2026 and 2028 races.

WEC Launches Election Information Hub

New webpage provides voters and media with a centralized source for election news, data, and resources

Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address, Highlights Special Session Efforts to Ban Partisan Gerrymandering, Ensure Fair Maps for Future Generations

Will Lawsuits Demanding New Congressional Maps Succeed?

The arguments for and against and where things stand.

Elections Commission Recommends Charging 13 Who Tried to Recall Vos

Recall petitions listed people who hadn't signed and false addresses, WEC says.

Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order Calling Legislature Into Special Session to Ban Partisan Gerrymandering and Guarantee Fair Maps for Future Generations of Wisconsinites

With no permanent independent and nonpartisan redistricting process in place for 2030, governor calls for banning partisan map rigging in state’s constitution

Political Parties Join Legal Battle Over Wisconsin Voter Data

Trump administration attempting to get access to Wisconsin's voter information.

Republican Party of Wisconsin Files Amicus Brief Supporting U.S. Department of Justice in Lawsuit to Protect the Integrity of Wisconsin Voter Rolls

Gov. Evers to Call Legislature into Special Session to Ban Partisan Gerrymandering in Wisconsin Once and For All

After enacting bipartisan, fair maps into law for the first time in Wisconsin in over 50 years, governor calls for constitutional amendment banning partisan gerrymandering

Election Day Reminders for February 17, 2026

It’s Not Too Late to Obtain an ID Needed to Vote in Tomorrow’s Spring Primary Election

17 Former DOJ Attorneys Slam Wisconsin Voter Data Grab

Ex-U.S. Attorneys experienced in voter rights cases accuse DOJ of 'fishing expedition.'

DMV Explains Steps to Obtain an ID to Use at the Polls

Senator Mark Spreitzer: Madison’s Failure to Count Ballots Does Not Reduce Voter Rights

Most Common Forms of Identification to Show at Voting Polls – Wisconsin DMVs Driver License or ID

Madison Election Suit Could Affect 1,900 Election Clerks

Are absentee ballots a right? Can voters sue for monetary damages if there's a mistake?

Gov. Evers Blasts Madison in Lawsuit Over Uncounted Absentee Ballots

City gets blowback for arguing absentee voting is a 'privilege', not a 'right.'

Revealed — All The Biggest Donors in Governor’s Race

Half of all campaign cash came from donors giving at least $10,000. Who are they?

250 Deadlines in Crowded Political Year

April, August, November elections dominate packed political calendar.

AG Kaul Seeks Dismissal of Federal DOJ Voter Data Lawsuit

Wisconsin among 20 states where Trump administration demands sensitive voter data.

Voting Rights Groups, Wisconsin Voters Challenge Trump Administrations Unwarranted Grab for Private Data

Groups File Motion to Intervene in U.S. Department of Justice Lawsuit Against Wisconsin Elections Commission

Maria Lazar Continues Courting Right-Wing Extremists in BID for Seat on Wisconsin Supreme Court

Lazar, Tiffany Must Answer for Close Ties to Election Deniers and January 6

Proposal Would Add Explainers To Wisconsin Referendums

The bill's author believes the current process leads to confused voters.

Why Milwaukee Elections Are Always Viewed With Suspicion

A 'punching bag' for outstate Republican legislators?

MacIver Comments on Trump Administration Suit Against WEC

MacIver Institute Condemns Wisconsin Elections Commission for Rejecting DOJ Voter Data Request, Undermining Election Integrity Efforts

Judges Signal That WI Congressional Map Lawsuits Will Take Time

Both sides disagree whether new maps possible before 2026 midterms.

Elections Commission Denies U.S. DOJ Demand for Voter Personal Information

'The commission is explicitly forbidden by Wisconsin law' to do this.

The Fight Over Wisconsin’s House Districts

Can they be redistricted in just 4 months? Maybe, but it won't be easy.

Evers Vetoes Bill Barring Medicaid Payments to Undocumented Immigrants

State law already prevents this, Evers says, while making 8 other vetoes.

WEC Schedules Public Hearing on Proposed Administrative Rules

Preliminary Hearing on Proposed Rules for Voting Equipment/Ballot Security, Training of Election Inspectors and Special Voting Deputies

WEC Approves Madison’s Order Modification

Assembly Advances GOP Election Bills, But No Monday Processing

One proposal would eliminate 'central count' locations, which clerks use to be more transparent and efficient.

Presidents Pardons Encourage Those Working to Undermine Elections, Do Not Affect Ongoing State Prosecutions, including in Wisconsin

Governor Signs School Cell Phone Ban, Several Other Laws

Evers' signature advances policies to tackle reckless driving, allow candidates off ballots.

Gov. Evers Takes Action on 19 Bills

Wisconsin DOJ Appeals Court Ruling Creating New Barrier for Voting

Thousands of voters could be barred from polls. DOJ urges quick action by appeals court.

Senate Approves School Cellphone Ban

Senate also passes bill require insurance coverage of breast cancer screenings.

Judges, Legislators Consider Changing Wisconsin’s Election Laws

A court ruling could reshape the election-law debate.

Bill Would Restrict Credit Card Campaign Contributions

State legislation would prohibit campaigns from accepting online contributions without verification code, U.S. address.

FBI Obtained Ron Johnson’s Phone Records During Jan. 6 Investigation

Johnson was involved in attempt to get slate of false electors to then-VP Mike Pence.

Wisconsin Citizen Voters Score a Major Win for Election Integrity in Showdown with Wisconsin Election Commission

Waukesha County Judge Orders Citizenship Check of Wisconsin Voter Rolls, DOJ Appeals

Judge partially halts order with Monday afternoon ruling.

Where ‘Monday Processing’ and Other Election Changes Stand

Republicans, Democrats have competing proposals, but proponents pledge to work together.

State Legislators At Odds on Election Bills

But committee leaders promise 'civil conversations' in effort to meet 'the moment.'

Republican Rep. Scott Krug Seeks Compromise on State Election Policies

Veteran lawmaker hopes to quiet the conspiracy theories and rebuild public faith.

Public Hearing on Proposed Rules

A Big Year for Purged Voters

WI Elections Commission purges most voters in 6 years. Why that matters.

WEC Issues Order for Madison Following Ballot Investigation

Advocates Push Wisconsin to Allow Fusion Voting

Would allow third parties to nominate candidates from two major parties.

WEC Deactivates More Than 192,000 Voters

Justice Rebecca Bradley’s Favorite Obsession

She's death on 'unelected bureaucrats." What's that all about?

Rep. Snodgrass Condemns DOJ’s Request for State Voter Records

U.S. DOJ Hasn’t Gotten Wisconsin Voter Data It Requested

Why the delay? State law would require it to pay $12,500 for data.

How Madison Screwed Up Election Ballots

It involved only 193 ballots but 'undermines public confidence in elections.'

Election Commission Working To Prevent Repeat of Madison Ballot Counting Failure

Nearly 200 Madison absentee ballots went uncounted in November.

WEC Concludes Investigation Into Uncounted Madison Absentee Ballots

Gimbel Reilly Guerin & Brown Welcomes Attorney Victoria Dietel-Bargender to Their Family and Civil Litigation Groups

Bill to Expand Wisconsin’s Nuclear Power Heads to Gov. Evers’ Desk

Another bill passed makes it easier for political candidates to withdraw their name from a ballot.

Wisconsin Elections Commission Issues Election Observer Rules

Two years in the making after consultations with local clerks, many others.

WEC Publishes Election Observer Rule

WEC Mails Postcards to Inactive Voters

Wisconsin Elections Chair Says DOJ Threat To Withhold Funding Is Mistaken

Letter from the U.S. Department of Justices accuses Wisconsin of violating federal election law.

Business Leaders and Voters Move to Intervene in Lawsuit Challenging Wisconsin Congressional Districting Map

New Motion Filed by Law Forward and Co-Counsel Argues that Congressional Map Is an Extreme Outlier, Stifling Electoral Competition and Silencing Voters

Justice Department Announces Action Against Wisconsin Elections Commission for Lacking Complaint Procedure Required by Federal Law

After Two Recalls Targeted Robin Vos, State Law Could Change

Republican bill would require recall petition circulators to live in Wisconsin.

Arguments Begin in Lawsuit Against ERIC Elections Database

Trump supporter and former Rep. Janel Brandtjen argues it's now illegal in Wisconsin.

Bill Would Make It Easier To Appeal Complaints Rejected by Wisconsin Elections Commission

Legislation spurred by Wisconsin Supreme Court dismissal of Racine voter van lawsuit in February.

WI Elections Commission Says Small Communities Can Use Paper Ballots

Dismisses complaint against town of Thornapple for ditching voting machines.

WEC Chair Jacobs To Certify Spring Election Results

Washington County Executive Files To Run For Governor

Republican Josh Schoemann is first candidate to enter race from either major party.

Wisconsin Senate Votes 32-1 to Extend Postpartum Medicaid Coverage

But Republican Assembly Speaker Robin Vos opposes bill. Will he kill it?

Legislators Consider New Rules for Election Observers

Wisconsin Elections Commission created rules after consulting many different groups.

Shouting Match at State Election Commission Over Agenda, Milwaukee Ballots

A discussion about Madison's failure to record approximately 200 votes went sideways when Bob Spindell tried to bring something else up.

Gableman May Lose Law License For Three Years

Former justice alleged to have lied during 2020 election probe accepts plea deal.

What The Voters Are Saying on Wisconsin’s Historic Election Day

The nation is watching as voters decide state's pivotal Supreme Court race.

Last-Minute Reminders Ahead of Tuesday’s Spring Election

Wisconsin DMV extends hours ahead of election

It’s not too late to obtain an ID needed to vote in tomorrow’s Spring Election

Trump Issues Order Changing Election Rules

Trump administration wants proof of citizenship during voter registration, claims U.S. elections are not properly secured.

DMV explains steps to obtain an ID to use at the polls

Early Voting Surging Compared to 2023 Supreme Court Election

Suburban clerk offers an explanation of why.

Most common forms of identification to show at voting polls: Wisconsin DMV’s driver license or ID

Assembly Committee Republicans Halt Proposal for Election Observers

'We have seen good things go through the committee and then die.'

State Election Commission Requiring Madison To Answer Questions About Uncounted Ballots

Wisconsin Elections Commission Chair said she was 'shocked' by preliminary investigation into how 193 were missed and not reported for weeks.

Liberal Law Firm Seeks $700,000 For Uncounted Madison Ballots

Attorney representing four impacted voters says 'there is a price to pay' when the right to vote is violated.

Audit Finds No Election Machine Errors

Schimel Tells Canvassers He’ll Be ‘Support Network’ for Trump

Supreme Court candidate also rehashes election denial claims in Waukesha County appearance.