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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Senator Larson, Legislative Democrats Introduce Package of Bills to Address Teacher Shortage
Feb 4th, 2026 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Rep. Madison Introduces Legislation to Cut Property Taxes by 44% while Increasing Funding for Public Schools and Local Communities
The Legislation Creates a Fairer Funding Model for Wisconsin Communities while Reducing the Property Tax Burden for Every Wisconsinite
Dec 17th, 2025 by State Rep. Darrin MadisonLibertarian Party of Wisconsin Denounces Bill to Eliminate Personal Conviction Vaccine Exemption
Dec 16th, 2025 by Libertarian Party of Wisconsin
Rep. Robyn Vining Introduces Save Our Schools Legislation
Dec 10th, 2025 by State Rep. Robyn Vining
12 Local Leaders Endorse Jessica Seawright for State Assembly, District 21
Nov 21st, 2025 by Jessica Seawright
Rep. Ryan Clancy Announces Bills Addressing Inhumane Practices in Wisconsin Prisons and Jails
“Conditions of Confinement” Package Would Require Prison and Jail Access, Free Communications, Hot Showers, Access to Sunlight and Outdoors, Among Other Protections
Nov 10th, 2025 by State Rep. Ryan ClancyCommunity Gathers to Advocate for More Affordable Child Care
Oct 29th, 2025 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Rep. Goodwin, Sen. Larson introduce novel legislation to address reckless driving epidemic
Oct 23rd, 2025 by State Sen. Chris Larson
The Data Center Stampede Is On, and Wisconsin Is Not Prepared
Sep 24th, 2025 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Sen. Larson letter to Sen. Wanggaard in response to his 9-19-25 press release
Sep 22nd, 2025 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Legislation Would Provide Transparency, Accountability for Private School Vouchers
Sep 16th, 2025 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Two More Southside Progressive Leaders Endorse Supervisor Jack Eckblad For Re-Election in Supervisory District 4
Leaders are latest to join the growing coalition of support for Eckblad's re-election.
Jul 11th, 2025 by Sup. Jack EckbladSenator Larson Condemns PSC Approval of New Methane Gas Facilities
May 22nd, 2025 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Milwaukee Delegation Statement on Arrest of Judge Hannah Dugan
Apr 25th, 2025 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Sen. Larson stands with WDPI in their rejection of Trump Admin’s illegal threats to K-12 funding
Apr 18th, 2025 by State Sen. Chris Larson
More Money Is Not How You Solve Education In Wisconsin
Feb 7th, 2025 by Libertarian Party of Wisconsin
Sen. Larson Commends Gov. Evers’ Passionate Plea for Gun Reform
Jan 22nd, 2025 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Sen. Hesselbein Announces Senate Democrats’ Committee Assignments
Jan 2nd, 2025 by State Senate Democratic Leader Dianne Hesselbein
Sen. Mark Spreitzer Elected Senate Democratic Caucus Chair
Nov 12th, 2024 by State Sen. Mark Spreitzer
DPI budget proposal finally addresses the elephant in the room for K-12 education
Nov 11th, 2024 by State Sen. Chris Larson
A better way forward for our Wisconsin Universities
Oct 24th, 2024 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Senator Larson calls for PSC to reject WE Energies’ latest rate increase
Oct 2nd, 2024 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Sid McCain Hosts “Happy Hour for Harris” at Café Lulu in Bay View
Featuring Special Guests Jason Rae, Democratic National Committee Secretary and State Senator Chris Larson
Oct 1st, 2024 by Sid McCainMATC To Raise Pride Flag at Campuses in Recognition of Pride Month_Monday, June 10, 1 p.m.
Jun 7th, 2024 by Milwaukee Area Technical College
Sen. Larson reacts to the resignation of MPS Superintendent Keith Posley
Jun 4th, 2024 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Negotiated resolution of UWM protest a victory for peace, model for needed change
May 13th, 2024 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Republican majority gets an “F” for its handling of public education
Mar 12th, 2024 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Feeding kids or feeding bigotry? Senate Republicans choose bigotry
Feb 13th, 2024 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Sen. Larson joins national call to Pres. Biden for ceasefire in Gaza
Jan 10th, 2024 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Christmas came early for our Wisconsin Democracy
Dec 22nd, 2023 by State Sen. Chris Larson
A swing, a miss, and an errant bat in the stands
Nov 14th, 2023 by State Sen. Chris Larson
“Like swinging at a wild pitch” – Assembly vote on Brewers stadium is a strike for WI taxpayers
Oct 17th, 2023 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Sen. Larson, Rep. Hong Introduce the Nurse Staffing and Patient Protection Act
Sep 13th, 2023 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Sen. Larson, Rep. Hong reintroduce legislation to end tipped minimum wage in WI
Sep 6th, 2023 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Republican wrecking crew: UW System budget problems are no accident
Aug 22nd, 2023 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Trickling toward decline – Republicans ignore critical needs, swing and miss with workforce package
Jun 7th, 2023 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Senate Republicans’ campaign of obstruction enters its fifth year
Mar 22nd, 2023 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Community Partners and Legislators Coalesce to Introduce a New Vision for Pre-Trial Detention
Advocacy partners oppose cash bail expansion questions on April 4th ballot and propose a legislative solution
Mar 16th, 2023 by State Rep. Ryan ClancyA time to be bold: Evers’ budget a generational investment in our kids
Feb 15th, 2023 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Gov. Evers on the right track with budget provision to prevent drunk driving, save lives
Feb 10th, 2023 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Republicans ignore the will of the people, play politics with our constitution
Jan 17th, 2023 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Rep. Robyn Vining Elected Milwaukee Delegation Chair
Jan 17th, 2023 by State Rep. Robyn Vining
Jodi for State Senate Announces First Round of Endorsements for Senate District 8
Longtime area resident also announces campaign manager
Dec 12th, 2022 by State Sen. Jodi Habush SinykinHeads WE wins, tails we all lose – Sen. Larson reacts to latest WE Energies rate hike
Dec 2nd, 2022 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Missy Zombor Announces Candidacy for Milwaukee Board of School Directors Citywide Seat
Zombor is endorsed by School Board President and current Citywide Representative Bob Peterson
Oct 13th, 2022 by Missy ZomborJessica Katzenmeyer Endorsed by Former Candidate, Tom Palzewicz
“Jessica is an inspiring and bold leader who will diligently represent our communities in Madison," said Palzewicz.
Sep 7th, 2022 by Jessica KatzenmeyerCommunity Responds to Coal Retirement Delays
Clean Power Coalition demands We Energies quickly transitions off fossil fuels
Jul 27th, 2022 by Clean Power Coalition-Southeast WisconsinSenator Larson Statement on SCOTUS Overturning Roe v. Wade
Jun 24th, 2022 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Senate Republicans plot to dismantle public education, take the rest of the year off
Mar 8th, 2022 by State Sen. Chris Larson
GOP plan to dismantle public education would raise taxes by over $577 million
Mar 4th, 2022 by State Sen. Chris Larson
With fairness off the table, Wisconsin’s gerrymander grows less extreme
Mar 3rd, 2022 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Legislative Leaders Release Package Aimed at Maintaining Wisconsin’s Education Workforce
Feb 21st, 2022 by State Sen. Chris Larson
“A steady hand through rough waters” – Sen. Larson reacts to Gov. Evers’ State of the State Address
Feb 15th, 2022 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Freedom to harm: GOP attempts to make selfishness a protected class
Feb 15th, 2022 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Rep. Brostoff and Sen. Larson Reintroduce Public Education Reinvestment Act (PERA)
“Every Kid in Our State Deserves Access to High-Quality Public Education”
Jan 27th, 2022 by Rep. Jonathan BrostoffJoint Statement on the One-Year Anniversary of the Capitol Insurrection
Jan 6th, 2022 by Rep. Jonathan Brostoff
Sen. Larson, Rep. Brostoff introduce bill to repeal punitive “death tax” on poor Wisconsinites
Nov 10th, 2021 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Rigged maps, culture wars, and the big lie – Today’s Senate session a low point for our democracy
Nov 8th, 2021 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Mayor Erik Brooks leaves an impressive legacy; South Milwaukee will miss his leadership
Nov 3rd, 2021 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Mandela Barnes Earns Over 100 Endorsements from Wisconsin Elected Officials in Race for U.S. Senate
Barnes Has Built an Unparalleled Statewide Coalition to Defeat Ron Johnson
Nov 1st, 2021 by Mandela BarnesSen. Larson, Rep. Anderson introduce the Telehealth Parity Act
Oct 26th, 2021 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Confirming Evers’ appointments too little, too late
Sep 28th, 2021 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Sen. Larson statement on Sen. Jacque positive COVID-19 test
Aug 17th, 2021 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Sen.Larson Statement on the Joint Committee for Review of Administrative Rules
Aug 3rd, 2021 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Larson campaign’s second-quarter filing shows strong grassroots support
Jul 16th, 2021 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Sen. Larson Statement on Gov. Evers’ Partial Budget Veto
Jul 8th, 2021 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Sen. Chris Larson on State Budget Vote: “Republicans Choose the Wealthy Few Over You”
Jun 30th, 2021 by State Sen. Chris Larson
GOP Budget Fails Wisconsin Children – Needs Veto
Jun 22nd, 2021 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Committee vote by WI GOP shows their contempt for unemployed Wisconsinites
May 19th, 2021 by State Sen. Chris Larson
“We are not out of the woods yet. Let’s not lose our way.” – Sen. Larson statement on COVID-19 diagnosis
Apr 14th, 2021 by State Sen. Chris Larson
34 State Legislators Endorse Jill Underly for State Superintendent
Mar 15th, 2021 by Jill Underly
Stella & Chewy’s expands operations in Oak Creek
New facility will create 245 jobs, draw $67.7 million in capital investment
Mar 3rd, 2021 by Wisconsin Economic Development CorporationThe power of informed choice: Passage of SB3 a leap forward for prescription drug reform
Feb 16th, 2021 by State Sen. Chris Larson









































