David Considine (Dem.), 81st Assembly District
Born Janesville, March 29, 1953; married; 5 children. Graduate Mukwonago Union H.S. 1970; B.S. education UW-Whitewater 1974; certificate in EBD UW-Madison 1990; M.A. education Viterbo U. 2005; certificates – instructor certificate, autism spectrum, and enhanced verbal skills, Crisis Prevention Institute (Milwaukee) 2008, 2010, 2013. Full-time legislator. Former dairy goat farmer, special education teacher. Member: St. John’s Episcopal Church (worship leader); Columbia Co. Democratic Party; Pheasants Forever; Ducks Unlimited. Former member: Baraboo Education Assn. (pres.); American Dairy Goat Assn. (judge); Wisconsin Dairy Goat Assn. (pres.); Crisis Prevention Institute (instructor).
Elected to Assembly 2014. Biennial committee assignments: 2015 — Agriculture; Education; Environment and Forestry; Mental Health Reform; Mining and Rural Development.
Telephone: Office: (608) 266-7746; (888) 534-0081 (toll free); District: (608) 356-9693.
Voting address: N6194 Breezy Hill Road, Baraboo 53913.
Mailing address: Room 412 North, State Capitol, P.O. Box 8952, Madison 53708.
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Village of Arena receives $250,000 state grant to support redevelopment of elementary school
WEDC investment to help fund mixed-use development
Aug 16th, 2021 by Wisconsin Economic Development CorporationThe 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.
Jan 22nd, 2020 by State Rep. Dave ConsidineDemocrats 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.
Dec 10th, 2019 by State Sen. Jon ErpenbachRep. 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."
Nov 8th, 2019 by State Rep. Dave ConsidineRep. 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."
Oct 30th, 2019 by State Rep. Shelia StubbsRisser Calls for Decriminalizing Marijuana
Wisconsin marijuana laws have a disproportionately negative effect on communities of color.
Oct 30th, 2019 by State Sen. Fred RisserDane 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."
Oct 10th, 2019 by State Rep. Dave ConsidineRep. 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.
May 30th, 2019 by State Rep. Robyn ViningPublic 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.
May 21st, 2019 by State Sen. Jon ErpenbachGrowing Opportunities Act Introduced to Reinforce Expanding Hemp Industry
Bi-partisan Authors Optimistic about Crop’s Future
Apr 5th, 2019 by State Rep. Dave ConsidineRep. Considine Statement on Governor’s Budget
"Tonight I heard Governor Evers’ budget initiatives to invest in things that matter to the people of Wisconsin"
Feb 28th, 2019 by State Rep. Dave ConsidineRep. 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."
Nov 12th, 2018 by State Rep. Dave ConsidineRep. Considine Statement on CBD Analytical Note
"DOJ needs to clarify immediately what this analytical note means for farmers and their families."
May 4th, 2018 by State Rep. Dave ConsidineSpeaker 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."
Mar 14th, 2018 by Wisconsin Assembly Speaker Robin VosBipartisan animal first aid bill passes Assembly
Next stop: Governor Walker’s signature
Feb 23rd, 2018 by State Rep. Dave ConsidineRep. Considine appointed to new state committee
"I am proud to bring my experience in agriculture and education to the table on this committee..."
Jan 5th, 2018 by State Rep. Dave ConsidineIndustrial hemp bill passes legislature
"Industrial hemp is a part of Wisconsin’s agricultural future, and that is why I voted for SB 119."
Nov 9th, 2017 by State Rep. Dave ConsidineWachs for Wisconsin: State Rep. Dave Considine endorses Dana Wachs for Governor
"I'm proud to have earned Dave's support."
Oct 6th, 2017 by State Rep. Dana WachsRep. 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.
May 3rd, 2017 by State Rep. Dave ConsidineRep. 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.
Mar 16th, 2017 by State Rep. Dave ConsidineRedistricting reform to get real hearing: APRIL FOOL’S!
The committee will allow only invited guests to speak.
Mar 29th, 2016 by State Sen. Mark SpreitzerDeath by a Thousand Straws (AB 874)
Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters' Statement
Feb 16th, 2016 by Wisconsin Conservation VotersWalker Administration and Republican Legislators Must Also Be Held Accountable for Corrections Crisis
Assembly Democrats Request Audit of Department of Corrections
Feb 12th, 2016 by State Rep. Peter BarcaMilitary Spending Not BadgerCare Real Threat to Wisconsin Budget
Over 25% of Walker’s budget proposal comes from the federal government.
Apr 15th, 2015 by Citizen Action of WisconsinRep. Barca Welcomes New Members to Legislature
Today Assembly Democratic Leader Peter Barca (D-Kenosha) welcomed seven new Democratic representatives to the Wisconsin State Legislatur
Jan 5th, 2015 by State Rep. Peter Barca






















