David Steffen
David Steffen (Rep.), 4th Assembly District
Born October 12, 1971; married; 1 child. Graduate Ashwaubenon H.S. 1990; B.A. political science UW-Madison 1995. Small business owner. Former external affairs director and government affairs representative. Member: Howard Small Business Partnership (founder, vice chp.); Howard Go Green Save Green Initiative (founder, chp.); Ashwaubenon Business Assn. (pres.); Prevent Blindness – Northeastern Wis. (pres.); Team Lambeau (ex. dir.); Green Bay Area Chamber of Commerce State and Federal Issues Com. (chp.). Village of Howard Bd. of Trustees 2007-15; Brown Co. Bd. of Supervisors 2012-15.
Elected to Assembly 2014. Biennial committee assignments: 2015 — Energy and Utilities (vice chp.); Insurance; Jobs and the Economy; Urban and Local Affairs; Ways and Means.
Telephone: Office: (608) 266-5840; District: (920) 662-1492; E-mail: Rep.Steffen@legis.wisconsin.gov
Voting address: 1320 Sunray Lane, Howard 54313.
Mailing address: Office: Room 21 North, State Capitol, P.O. Box 8953, Madison 53708.
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Expunging Criminal Records Gets Broad Support
Police, prosecutors, public defenders, business groups back bill expanding expungement.
Apr 11th, 2021 by Gretchen SchuldtLegislature Passes Cocktails-To-Go Bill
It awaits the governor's signature. The Senate also passed a bill allowing home deliveries of alcohol.
Mar 24th, 2021 by Graham KilmerCocktails To Go Bill Passes Assembly
State Senate has yet to vote on the legislation. City has concerns.
Mar 17th, 2021 by Graham KilmerAs State Looks to Bounce Back from Pandemic, Gov. Evers Urges Bipartisan Support for $2.38 Billion in Capital Budget Investments to Provide Estimated 29,000 Family-Supporting Jobs, $4.3 Billion in Economic Impact
Governor's 2021-23 capital budget to be taken up by State Building Commission this week includes major projects in both Republican and Democratic districts
Mar 15th, 2021 by Gov. Tony EversWill Supreme Court Act on Mask Mandate?
State high court has sat on case for months, could decide fight between governor and Legislature.
Feb 6th, 2021 by Erik GunnCriminal Record Expungement Bill Is Back
Bipartisan bill pushed by Rep. Evan Goyke nearly passed in last session.
Jan 26th, 2021 by Gretchen SchuldtCocktails 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 KilmerDisability Community Demands Better Voting Access
Current system and election laws make accessibility difficult to guarantee.
Jan 14th, 2021 by Nora EckertFederal Judge Tears Apart Election Lawsuit
The Wisconsin Voters Alliance was attempting to overturn the 2020 election results with the lawsuit.
Jan 4th, 2021 by Graham KilmerEvers Reflects on Year of Pandemic, Protests
Proud of his administration’s response to COVID-19, “we turned that around a little bit.”
Dec 28th, 2020 by Shawn JohnsonWisconsin Republicans Join New Federal Election Lawsuit
Suit seeks to toss results from five states in advance of Electoral College.
Dec 23rd, 2020 by Jeramey JanneneLast Call for the Legislature
The rush to end session and go home for the year results in some ugly legislation.
Feb 17th, 2020 by Steven WaltersAssembly Rejects Bipartisan Rape Kit Bill
Republicans pass bill with "poison pills' that will force veto by Gov. Evers.
Feb 12th, 2020 by Melanie ConklinWill Republicans Kill Rape Kit Bill?
30 states passed bills to assure rape kits are processed. Only Wisconsin has made it partisan, expert testifies.
Feb 10th, 2020 by Melanie ConklinSexual Assault Bill Becomes Partisan Issue
Bipartisan bill ready to pass but gets hijacked by Republicans adding provisions on school choice, ICE.
Feb 5th, 2020 by Melanie ConklinAssembly Health Committee Fails to Act on Sexual Assault Kit Legislation
Jan 13th, 2020 by Josh Kaul
Kaul Pushes Assembly for Rape Kit Bill
AG wants legislation to ensure no more backlog of untested sexual assault kits.
Dec 4th, 2019 by Melanie ConklinAG Kaul Urges Assembly Health Committee to Hold Public Hearing on Legislation to Prevent Future Backlog of Untested Sexual Assault Kits
"This legislation will help prevent another backlog of untested sexual assault kits."
Dec 3rd, 2019 by Josh KaulWhere Have All The Hunters Gone?
Millennials less likely to hunt. To counter decline state looks to women and children.
Nov 29th, 2019 by Melanie ConklinBill Eases Burdens On Pot Offenders
Bipartisan bill would expunge records of 89,000 marijuana offenders, helping them get better jobs, wages.
Nov 6th, 2019 by Natalie YahrBills Target Energy Pipeline Protesters
Model legislation created by ALEC targets protests, passed in Iowa but modified by Wisconsin Republicans.
Oct 21st, 2019 by Erik GunnWorking for Clean Energy a Tricky Task
Polls show bipartisan support, but how you talk about it matters.
Aug 30th, 2019 by Melanie ConklinNew DNR Head Has Agenda of Change
Climate change, lead laterals and CAFO-polluted private wells are top concerns.
Jul 22nd, 2019 by Steven WaltersProposal Seeks to Prevent Rape Kit Backlog
Attorney General Kaul, lawmakers push defined procedures for handling sexual assault testing so all kits processed promptly.
Apr 17th, 2019 by Laurel WhiteBipartisan Group of Legislators and AG Kaul Propose Legislation to Prevent Future Backlog of Untested Sexual Assault Kits
"The legislation we’re proposing today, which is supported by nurses, law enforcement, advocates for survivors, and a bipartisan group of legislators, sends a clear message: Wisconsin must never have another backlog of untested sexual assault kits."
Apr 16th, 2019 by Josh KaulAFP-WI Backs Expungement Reform Bill
The bill makes smart reforms to Wisconsin’s criminal justice system to help provide second chances to people who have paid their debt to society.
Jan 29th, 2019 by AFP WisconsinReport Finds Barriers to Jobs for Ex-Cons
Few states make it tougher to expunge criminal records, WPF study finds.
Jun 26th, 2018 by Edgar MendezGovernor Walker Signs Bills to Create and Expand Outdoor Recreation, Attract Talent to Wisconsin, and Improve Medical Assistance
93 bills signed into law at the Wisconsin State Capitol
Apr 16th, 2018 by Gov. Scott WalkerGovernor Walker Signs Bills on Improving Family Access to High-Quality Child Care, Creating Transitional Jobs Program for Wisconsin Veterans, and Increasing Funding for Watershed Protection Grants
Governor Walker signs 64 bills into law at the Wisconsin State Capitol
Apr 3rd, 2018 by Gov. Scott WalkerSpeaker 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 VosRep. 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 ConsidineGreen Bay Prison To Be Replaced?
Century-old Green Bay and the Oshkosh prison both horribly overcrowded. Part 5 of series.
Jan 3rd, 2018 by Gretchen SchuldtBill Would Let Utilities Destroy Wetlands
They donated $1.9 million to politicians, want bill letting them take over wetlands.
Nov 8th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy CampaignWith Elections Just a Year Away, Legislature Abandons Wisconsin Families
Industrial Acid Mining Bill Will Put Public Health at Risk for Generations
Nov 8th, 2017 by Wisconsin Conservation VotersSpeaker Vos Announces New Assembly Committee on International Affairs and Commerce
Wisconsin exported $21 billion in products last year.
Nov 3rd, 2017 by Wisconsin Assembly Speaker Robin VosLeah unveils 100+ Wisconsin endorsements
Elected officials, grassroots activists and business owners unite behind Leah
Nov 2nd, 2017 by State Sen. Leah VukmirBill Lets Some Criminal Records Be Expunged
Rep. Goyke’s bill gets bipartisan support, allows retroactive expungement of youthful convictions.
Sep 6th, 2017 by Gretchen SchuldtA Bill Providing Pathways to Employment for Youthful Offenders Receives Public Hearing
Bipartisan legislation would fix Wisconsin’s outdated expungement law
Jun 1st, 2017 by State Rep. Evan GoykeGovernor Scott Walker Signs 46 Bills Into Law
Acts 154 - 199.
Feb 29th, 2016 by Gov. Scott WalkerA Tale of Three Sports Facilities
How the funding and politics varied for Lambeau Field, Miller Park and Bucks’ new arena.
Oct 26th, 2015 by Steven Walters