David Considine

Committee Will Study Possible Wisconsin Sandhill Crane Hunt

A legislative committee will recommend proposals for managing the population of sandhill cranes and their impacts on farms

Will Legislators Run Or Not?

The long list of legislators in newly mapped districts who haven't filed to run includes Robin Vos.

Assembly Committee Votes To Overhaul Voucher School Funding

Governor Evers has already signaled his opposition.

Bill Decriminalizes Marijuana Possession Under 14 Grams

Bipartisan bill creates a standard $100 fine for possession of a half ounce or less.

Assembly Democrats Have Large Climate Change Bill Package

Dems hope at least a few bills find bipartisan support for passage.

No More Maple Syrup Imposters

In state with $14 million maple syrup industry, bill prevents restaurants from falsely labeling generic syrups.

Assembly Passes School Crime, Conversion Therapy Bills

Bill provides no funding for school resource officers. Democrats oppose both bills.

Bill Would Require Armed School Resource Officers

Republican proposal requires all schools to track crimes, hire officer after enough incidents.

Open Letter to the People of Ukraine

Village of Arena receives $250,000 state grant to support redevelopment of elementary school

WEDC investment to help fund mixed-use development

The Idea Activists and Police Agree On

Why are cops still being sent to respond to mental health crises?

Finally: Action on Agriculture

Assembly Stalls on Farm Crisis Legislation

Despite bipartisan movement, the bills never saw a special session.

Voucher Programs Cutting Into Public School Funding

State Sen. Erpenbach and Rep. Pope introduce legislation requiring a referendum before state aid to school districts can be cut.

Farmers Forgotten?

Despite bipartisan reception, farm legislation delayed during special legislative session.

The Legislature Needs To Do Its Job

To me, getting to work means putting in the time to hear bills that our colleagues write. Getting to work means staying in session until the work is done.

First Assembly Floor Session in 2020

Democrats introduce legislation to protect taxpayers from unaccountable voucher programs

Many taxpayers have had to increase their own taxes in order to keep their public school doors open while vouchers drain the district’s resources without any transparency or accountability.

Rep. Considine Reacts to Legislature’s Inaction During Special Session

"I believe that the two bills Governor Evers specifically called for would make our communities safer."

Rep. Stubbs, Lt. Gov. Barnes Announce Legislation Decriminalizing Marijuana

"The mass incarceration of African American men who have been disproportionately charged and imprisoned for low-level marijuana offenses is something that must be urgently addressed."

Risser Calls for Decriminalizing Marijuana

Wisconsin marijuana laws have a disproportionately negative effect on communities of color.

Dane County District One EMS Director Jim Wick Honored on Assembly Floor

"Today the Assembly honored Jim and other first responders like him from across the state."

Unanimous Senate Committee Vote on Hemp Bill

Bipartisan bill would make pilot program for growing hemp in the state permanent.

Rep. Robyn Vining Appointed to Task Force on Adoption

This committee will focus on addressing the barriers facing biological and adoptive parents in the adoption process.

Public Hearing Held to Honor Wisconsin Hero, Staff Sergeant Daniel D. Busch

The bill honors the service and heroism of a young veteran who gave his life for his country.

Growing Opportunities Act Introduced to Reinforce Expanding Hemp Industry

Bi-partisan Authors Optimistic about Crop’s Future

Rep. Considine Statement on Governor’s Budget

"Tonight I heard Governor Evers’ budget initiatives to invest in things that matter to the people of Wisconsin"

School Mental Health Program Funding Needed

Evers proposes $63 million in funding, an investment that could have big payoff.

Rep. Considine statement on Baraboo photoRep. Considine statement on Baraboo photo

"This photo is a clear reminder of the racism that is still present in our Baraboo community and in our country."

No Choice in 36% of Legislative Races

Gerrymandering and decline in number of candidates leaves 2.5 million residents with no choice.

Rep. Considine Statement on CBD Analytical Note

"DOJ needs to clarify immediately what this analytical note means for farmers and their families."

Speaker Vos leads State Assembly Delegation to a Trade Summit

"With the current negotiations of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and newly imposed tariffs, it’s essential that we’re actively engaged in a dialogue to protect our state’s interests."

Bipartisan animal first aid bill passes Assembly

Next stop: Governor Walker’s signature

Legislature Must Act On Prison Safety

More protections needed for prison workers, proposed bill provides solutions.

Rep. Considine appointed to new state committee

"I am proud to bring my experience in agriculture and education to the table on this committee..."

Legislature Must Act on Prison Overcrowding

Safety a huge issue; will Republicans have courage to take on issue?

Industrial hemp bill passes legislature

"Industrial hemp is a part of Wisconsin’s agricultural future, and that is why I voted for SB 119."

Wachs for Wisconsin: State Rep. Dave Considine endorses Dana Wachs for Governor

"I'm proud to have earned Dave's support."

Rep. Considine responds to high capacity well vote

SB 76 would exempt high capacity well repairs, reconstructions, replacements, and ownership transfers from any oversight by the state Department of Natural Resources.

1.2 Million On Medicaid At Risk

Proposal to cap spending threatens state's blind, elderly, disabled and poor.

Rep. Considine reintroduces bill to build sustainable hemp industry in Wisconsin

This bill would finally allow Wisconsin farmers and tribes to take full advantage of the great agricultural opportunity hemp presents.

Big Agriculture Rewards Legislators

Industry wants high capacity wells, gives $220,000 to key committee members.

State PSC Doesn’t Listen to Citizens

Concerns about the environment, about transmission lines, get ignored.

Redistricting reform to get real hearing: APRIL FOOL’S!

The committee will allow only invited guests to speak.

Death by a Thousand Straws (AB 874)

Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters' Statement

Walker Administration and Republican Legislators Must Also Be Held Accountable for Corrections Crisis

Assembly Democrats Request Audit of Department of Corrections

Military Spending Not BadgerCare Real Threat to Wisconsin Budget

Over 25% of Walker’s budget proposal comes from the federal government.

Rep. Barca Welcomes New Members to Legislature

Today Assembly Democratic Leader Peter Barca (D-Kenosha) welcomed seven new Democratic representatives to the Wisconsin State Legislatur