Chris Larson (Dem.), 7th Senate District
Born Milwaukee County, November 12, 1980; married; 1 child. Graduate Thomas More H.S. 1999; degree in finance, UW-Milwaukee 2007. Full-time legislator. Former business manager. Member: Coalition to Save the Hoan Bridge (co-founder); League of Conservation Voters; Airport Area Economic Development Group; Bay View Neighborhood Assn.; Coalition for Advancing Transit (steering com.); Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wis.; Sierra Club; Humboldt Park Watch; South Side Business Club of Milw.; Bay View Historical Soc.; Arbor Day Foundation; Tri-Wisconsin; Badgerland Striders; Young Elected Officials; South Shore Park Watch; Bay View Lions Club; Lake Park Friends; Thomas More Alumni Club; MPTV Friends. Former member: WISPIRG (campus intern). Milwaukee Co. Bd. supervisor 2008-10.
Elected to Senate in 2010. Minority Leader 2013. Biennial committee assignments: 2013 — Senate Organization; Jt. Com. on Employment Relations; Jt. Com. on Legislative Organization. 2011 — Jt. Com. on Review of Admin. Rules (co-chp., eff. 7/24/12); Education; Education and Corrections; Environment, Natural Resources and Tourism; Insurance and Housing; Natural Resources and Environment; Jt. Com. on Audit (eff. 7/24/12); Jt. Com. on Finance (eff. 7/24/12); Jt. Com. on Information Policy and Technology; Gov.’s Comn. on Waste, Fraud and Abuse; Spec. Task Force on UW Restructuring and Operational Flexibilities.
Telephone: Office: (608) 266-7505; (800) 361-5487 (toll free).
E-mail: Sen.Larson@legis.wisconsin.gov
Voting address: 3261 South Herman Street, Milwaukee 53207.
Mailing address: Office: Room 206 South, State Capitol, P.O. Box 7882, Madison 53707-7882.
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2022 Milwaukee County Primary Election Results
Sheriff, Clerk of Circuit Court, a State Assembly seat and a council race.
Aug 9th, 2022 by Urban Milwaukee
Nelson Drops Out of Senate Race, Endorses Barnes
Nelson says progressives now have a single candidate to unite behind.
Jul 25th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Democrats Offer Climate Change, Green Jobs Package
Two Milwaukee legislators will travel state this summer to learn how people affected by climate crisis.
Jun 17th, 2022 by Henry Redman
Ryan Clancy Launches Campaign For State Assembly
County supervisor is backed by Rep. Brostoff, who he is running to replace.
May 2nd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
EPA Considering Stricter Air Pollution Standards
Advocates, elected officials call for strongest possible controls.
Apr 21st, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
Rep. Brostoff Will Run For Aldermanic Seat
Jonathan Brostoff will seek seat being vacated by Nik Kovac and won't run for re-election to State Assembly.
Apr 19th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Democrats Relaunch ‘Economic Bill of Rights’
Resolution went nowhere in Legislature but now a statewide campaign for fall elections.
Mar 22nd, 2022 by Erik Gunn
Use of Paper Ballots Soared in State Senate
Maneuver used in hundreds of bills to bar any debate or amendments to proposed bills.
Mar 13th, 2022 by Henry Redman
Senate Passes a Dozen Voting Bills
Republicans say bills address election ‘irregularities.’ Democrats charge ‘voter suppression.'
Feb 23rd, 2022 by Erik Gunn
Democratic Bills Target Teacher Shortage
8 bills raise teacher pay, offer bonuses and same health insurance received by legislators.
Feb 22nd, 2022 by Madeline Fox
State Senate Votes on Guns, Vaccines, China
Against vaccine mandates and China and for guns on school grounds.
Feb 16th, 2022 by Erik Gunn
GOP Bills Restrict University Teaching
Barring critical race theory, diluting ethnic course requirements, ending administrators’ immunity from lawsuits.
Feb 12th, 2022 by Henry Redman
Port Building New Cruise Ship Dock
Gov. Tony Evers announces $3.5 million grant to bolster $7 million project.
Feb 3rd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Dems Want Elections Commissioner Involved in ‘Alternate Electors’ Scandal Removed
Commissioner Spindell signed documents seeking to cast state's electors for Trump in 2020.
Feb 3rd, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
School Voucher Lobby Wants More State Funding
Pushing for more public funding of private schools.
Feb 2nd, 2022 by Ruth Conniff
Imposter Electors Tied to Fitzgerald, Kleefisch
And Republican AG candidate Adam Jarchow. Democrats say it disqualifies them from holding office.
Jan 28th, 2022 by Melanie Conklin
GOP Lawmakers Try to Strip Evers Power Over Federal Aid
Republican controlled state Senate would change state law to place authority with legislature.
Jan 26th, 2022 by Erik Gunn
Who Will Win Mayoral Primary?
Voter turnout may decide which two candidates get through primary.
Jan 25th, 2022 by Bruce Murphy
Will 10 Wisconsin Republicans Who Tried to Hijack 2020 Election Be Punished?
They submitted imposter Electoral College ballots to Congress.
Jan 14th, 2022 by Melanie Conklin
Chris Larson Drops Out of Mayoral Race
But the field is still growing, with 12 candidates now in the race.
Jan 6th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
City Attorney Tearman Spencer Is Running For Mayor
10th candidate in the race is a polarizing one.
Dec 30th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Chris Larson May Run For Mayor
Senator 'strongly considering' entering crowded race, adding 9th candidate.
Dec 28th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Democrats’ Revolving Door Swings Again
Assembly minority leader Gordon Hintz's decision to step down the latest of many leadership changes.
Dec 20th, 2021 by Steven Walters
Senate Advances Bill Banning Critical Race Theory
Committee advances bill that financially penalizes schools who disobey law.
Nov 30th, 2021 by Henry Redman
Legislation Limits State Asset Liquidation for Medicaid Bills
Democratic lawmakers would limit what assets state can grab under Medicaid Estate Recovery.
Nov 12th, 2021 by Erik Gunn
AG Calls Racine Sheriff Charges ‘Publicity Stunt’
AG Kaul refused a statewide investigation, called charges "disgraceful."
Nov 5th, 2021 by Henry Redman
Senate Passes New Reading Test for Early Grades
Modeled on Mississippi plan. Democrats call it meaningless without more spending on education.
Oct 26th, 2021 by Ruth Conniff
Republicans Vote Against Medicaid Transgender Care
Legislative committee vote keeps Wisconsin out of compliance with a court non-discrimination order.
Oct 25th, 2021 by Melanie Conklin
Lt. Gov. Barnes Leads Fundraising in Senate Democratic Primary
Barnes raised more than $1 million since launching his campaign this summer.
Oct 19th, 2021 by Laurel White
The Organ Trail Runs Through Milwaukee
Organ donor's cross-country bicycle trip started with a chance meeting in Louisiana bar.
Oct 14th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Bill Would Restore Educators’ Collective Bargaining Rights
In order to address teacher shortage, bill restores rights stripped by Act 10.
Oct 7th, 2021 by Erik Gunn
GOP Legislators Push To Continue Gerrymandering
Pushing for redistricting to diverge from current districts as little as possible.
Sep 29th, 2021 by Melanie Conklin and Henry Redman
Legislature Plans Culture War Against Evers
Fall session could include “born alive” abortion bill, forbidding teachers from discussing race and more.
Sep 20th, 2021 by Melanie Conklin
Bill Would Prevent Police Job Hopping
Moore Omokunde notes research showing many fired officers get rehired elsewhere.
Sep 15th, 2021 by Isiah Holmes
Republican Schools Colleagues on Election Lies
Elections chair Sen. Kathy Bernier runs 2.5 hour meeting with experts and verifiable facts.
Sep 12th, 2021 by Melanie Conklin
Mayor’s Race Looks Like a Wild One
Wide open, with lots of candidates, no obvious favorites and so much at stake.
Aug 30th, 2021 by Bruce Murphy
Anti-Vaxxer GOP Senator Has COVID-19
Republican state Sen. André Jacque and some family members have tested positive.
Aug 17th, 2021 by Bruce Murphy
State Legislature Debates Anti-Racism, Anti-Sexism Education Bills
Critical Race Theory discussed during debate. One bill requires instruction materials be made public.
Aug 12th, 2021 by Madeline Fox and Laurel White
Bounce Milwaukee Guarantees Union For Employees
Labor agreement with Milwaukee Area Service and Hospitality Workers Organization (MASH) guarantees representation.
Aug 6th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
State Democratic Lawmakers Propose Campaign Finance Reforms
Lawmakers say they face "uphill battle" to pass bills in republican controlled Legislature.
Aug 5th, 2021 by Erik Gunn
Democrats’ Bill Tightens Campaign Finance Laws
Aim is 'to stop this mudslide of money before it suffocates our democracy.'
Aug 4th, 2021 by Laurel White
Poll Shows Barnes Leads Among Milwaukee Democrats
Getting 39% of Milwaukee County Democratic vote. Alex Lasry polled at only 4%.
Aug 3rd, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Larson Drops Out of Senate Race, Endorses Barnes
Eight candidates remain in race, including Godlewski, Lasry and Nelson.
Aug 3rd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
The Race Is On For Lt. Governor
The last time there was no incumbent, back in 2010, nine candidates ran for the position.
Jul 26th, 2021 by Steven Walters
Barnes Gets National Endorsements for Senate Bid
Endorsements by three progressive groups could help him win the party activists.
Jul 21st, 2021 by Bruce Murphy
Chantia Lewis Enters U.S. Senate Race
Milwaukee alderwoman is ninth candidate in the race to replace Ron Johnson.
Jul 21st, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Mandela Barnes Enters Senate Race
Long-rumored run by Lt. Governor becomes official and targets Ron Johnson.
Jul 20th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Evers, Johnson Rake In Campaign Funds
Outpacing challengers, Evers raises $5 million and Johnson $1.2 million in first half of 2021.
Jul 18th, 2021 by Laurel White
Alderwoman Chantia Lewis For U.S. Senate?
Website appears, and quickly disappears.
Jul 15th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Whose Vision Will Prevail In Budget Battle?
Republicans got their way in budget rewrite, but Evers' vetoes loom.
Jul 4th, 2021 by Melanie Conklin
Five Candidates Make Case For Beating Ron Johnson
Roundtable of Democratic candidates for U.S. Senate is first such event in campaign.
Jun 29th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess
Vos Picks Gableman To Lead Election Probe
Announcement comes just one day after GOP Assembly Speaker attacked by Trump.
Jun 27th, 2021 by Shawn Johnson
Bill Makes State a ‘Second Amendment Sanctuary’
With less regulation of guns. One of several Republican bills Evers likely to veto.
Jun 24th, 2021 by Shawn Johnson
Rep. Sanfelippo Calls For National Guard To Patrol City
Suburban Republican cites crime, calls it a “war zone,” demands Gov. Evers act.
Jun 16th, 2021 by Henry Redman
State Senate Debates Anti-Defund Police Bill
Bill cuts state aid to cities at same level as any reductions in law enforcement spending.
Jun 10th, 2021 by Isiah Holmes
Lasry Misleads Voters On Minimum Wage
U.S. Senate candidate’s claim to back family supporting jobs exaggerates, distorts truth.
Jun 8th, 2021 by Bruce Murphy
Evers Announces Reelection Bid
Speech at state Democratic convention touts education spending and new Foxconn contract.
Jun 6th, 2021 by Laurel White
Bowen Introduces Package of Policing Bills
The Milwaukee representative introduced a slate of legislation titled "Enough is Enough."
Jun 4th, 2021 by Isiah Holmes
Bar Legislators From Destroying Records
State law requires public officials to preserve emails, but lawmakers exempted themselves.
Jun 3rd, 2021 by Larry Gallup
Are Employers ‘Competing With The Couch’?
GOP legislators say jobless benefits causing worker shortage. Studies don’t back them up.
Jun 2nd, 2021 by Erik Gunn
Chris Larson Files To Run for U.S. Senate
State senator hopes to make move to Washington.
May 25th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Bill Would End ‘Municipal Shuffle’ of Police Officers
Legislation by Rep. Moore Omokunde would decertify police officers trying to avoid firing, investigation.
May 25th, 2021 by Isiah Holmes
GOP Legislators Target Jobless Pay
Bill restores work-search requirement, ends supplemental pandemic aid to unemployed.
May 19th, 2021 by Erik Gunn
GOP Report Proposes Regionalized UW-System
Interim system President Thompson doesn't support regional consolidation of university functions.
May 7th, 2021 by Rich Kremer
Dem Leaders Promote Climate Action
Gov. Evers, Lt. Gov. Barnes advocate for budget provisions, federal spending.
Apr 22nd, 2021 by Isiah Holmes
Bill Requires MPS Reimburse Private School Transportation Costs
When MPS went virtual, it stopped providing transportation for private school students.
Apr 22nd, 2021 by Ruth Conniff
Colectivo Union Election Finishes
NLRB to tabulate results April 6th. Could create largest unionized coffee chain in U.S.
Mar 31st, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Bill Would Stop Lawmakers From Deleting Their Emails
Currently, legislators and their staff can delete emails that are public record.
Mar 19th, 2021 by Melanie Conklin
Kleefisch Spokesperson Compares Evers to Dahmer
The former Lt. Governor, who plans a run for governor, gets caught in controversy.
Mar 17th, 2021 by Bruce Murphy
State Senate Beset by Culture Wars
Rush Limbaugh vs. Black history, LGBT protectors vs GOP objectors, the arguments get ugly.
Mar 17th, 2021 by Melanie Conklin
Bill Ends Low Wages for Tipped Workers
Sub-minimum wage of $2.33 would be outlawed, requiring payment of minimum wage.
Mar 16th, 2021 by Erik Gunn
Where Are Act 10 Players Today?
Governor and three-fourths of legislators engaged in 2011 battle over law crushing public unions have moved on.
Mar 1st, 2021 by Steven Walters
Will Budget Hearings Be Superspreader Events?
Mask wars pit Democrats against Republicans in Legislature.
Feb 27th, 2021 by Melanie Conklin
The Hammer of Student Testing
Republican legislators may use tests as a way to force schools to reopen.
Feb 19th, 2021 by Terry Falk
Nearly 2% of State Population Vaccinated
Some 570,000 doses administered. Low supplies still constricting vaccinations.
Feb 3rd, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Vos ‘Behaving Like a Bully,’ Democrats Charge
After 10 months with no COVID-19 response bill, frustrated Democrats condemn their colleagues.
Jan 27th, 2021 by Erik Gunn and Melanie Conklin
Senate Votes to Kill State Mask Mandate
State Assembly will likely vote on repeal later this week.
Jan 26th, 2021 by Shawn Johnson
Cocktails To Go Bill Enjoys Industry Support
Seen as a life line to bars and restaurants, the bill brings up questions regarding drunk driving, and local control over liquor licensing.
Jan 15th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Evers, Senate Agree on Pandemic Bill
Bipartisan bill goes back to Assembly, where leader says GOP will resist compromise.
Jan 13th, 2021 by Erik Gunn
Republicans Dare Evers to Veto Bill
Their COVID-19 bill includes immunity from liability for businesses violating pandemic restrictions.
Jan 12th, 2021 by Melanie Conklin and Erik Gunn
GOP Lawmakers Strip Emergency PFAS Rule
Committee votes to eliminate targets for safe levels of the harmful forever chemical.
Dec 18th, 2020 by Danielle Kaeding
Thousands Still Await Jobless Aid
Some 93,000 applications for pandemic aid have yet to be processed or adjudicated by state.
Nov 22nd, 2020 by Marty Hobe and Bram Sable-Smith
Legislative Houses Elect Their Leaders
Democrats call for action on COVID-19 crisis.
Nov 11th, 2020 by Melanie Conklin
Voters and Election Officials Push Forward
“Tremendous turnout.” State-wide more than 785,000 election ballots already turned in.
Oct 19th, 2020 by Henry Redman
Larson Letter Urges More Days to Count Votes
Democrats cite massive absentee vote, call for extraordinary legislative session to extend time for ballot counting.
Oct 14th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
Republicans Have ‘Blood On Their Hands”
Evers signals he will ignore Legislative restriction, challenges GOP to present their pandemic plan.
Oct 13th, 2020 by Erik Gunn
GOP Legislators In Rules Standoff With Evers
Republican resolution requires Evers' health restrictions on public gatherings to get committee approval.
Oct 13th, 2020 by Shawn Johnson
Did Pompeo Violate Federal Law With Visit?
The secretary of state's visit to the state capitol may have broken law against his office engaging in domestic political activities.
Sep 24th, 2020 by Melanie Conklin
Larson Launches State Mask Mandate Petition
State senator has gotten 8,000 signatures and a torrent of social media abuse.
Jul 29th, 2020 by Erik Gunn
Ten Years After Act 10
Most of those who voted for it are gone. How has the Capitol changed?
Jul 27th, 2020 by Steven Walters
Democrats Want to Ease Unemployment Restrictions
New legislative package targets state's struggling unemployment system.
Jul 17th, 2020 by Erik Gunn
County Executive College Dropouts
For 20 years voters have elected college dropouts to run Milwaukee County. What gives?
May 19th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
Larson Concedes to Crowley in Tight Race
Crowley will be first African American Milwaukee County Executive elected in history.
Apr 14th, 2020 by Danielle Kaeding
12 Election Takeaways
How high was turnout, lawyers will be busy, girl power, streetcar wins again and a new council president?
Apr 14th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
21 Winners and Losers
Beyond the candidates, what was the election about, who were the other winners and losers?
Apr 14th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
2020 Spring Election Results
Live City of Milwaukee and Milwaukee County results for the April 7th Spring Election.
Apr 13th, 2020 by Urban Milwaukee
Milwaukee County Executive
Crowley and Larson vie for the top executive position in Milwaukee County.
Mar 29th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Dark-Money Group Slings Mud in Comptroller Race
Group backing Rep. Jason Fields produces attack ads against his opponent, Aycha Sawa.
Mar 28th, 2020 by Michael Horne
Opee Awards For Open Records Leaders
Plaudits for Abrahamson, others. A “Nopee” for secretive state Legislature.
Mar 16th, 2020 by Bill Lueders
County Sales Tax Legislation Gets Hearing
Bill supported by local business leaders allows hike in county sales tax for local purposes.
Mar 5th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
