Janel Brandtjen (Rep.), 22nd Assembly District
Born Milwaukee, March 1966; married; 2 children. Graduate Marshall H.S.; B.B.A. Finance and Marketing, UW-Milwaukee 1988. Business owner. Member: Republican Party of Waukesha Co.; Republican Party of Washington Co.; Republican Women of Waukesha Co.; Washington Co. Republican Women; National Rifle Association; Immanuel Lutheran Church; Menomonee Falls Chamber of Commerce. Waukesha Co. Supervisor 2008-present.
Elected to Assembly 2014. Biennial committee assignments: 2015 — Corrections (vice chp.); Children and Families; Public Benefits Reform; State Affairs and Government Operations; Workforce Development.
Telephone: Office: (608) 267-2367; (888) 534-0022 (toll free); District: (262) 455-8311.
E-mail: Rep.Brandtjen@legis.wisconsin.gov
Voting address: N52 W16632 Oak Ridge Trail, Menomonee Falls 53051.
Mailing address: Office: P.O. Box 8952, Madison 53708-8952.
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Vos Backtracks on Election Audit
After criticizing Brandtjen for pushing yet another audit, he caves. “It’s red meat for the base.”
Jul 31st, 2021 by Melanie Conklin
State Elections Commission Refutes Rep. Brandtjen
Republican legislator "should stop spreading these wild conspiracy theories,” commission chair says.
Jul 28th, 2021 by Melanie Conklin
State Elections Chair Wants Arizona-Style Audit
"Donald Trump won this election in Wisconsin," Rep. Brandtjen declares.
Jul 27th, 2021 by Melanie Conklin
Legislators Clash On Police Funding
A heated debate as Republicans condemn Milwaukee and Milwaukee legislators defend the city.
Jun 24th, 2021 by Isiah Holmes
State Assembly Passes Transgender Athlete Bill
Legislation would bar transgender women from playing on female athletic teams.
Jun 17th, 2021 by Laurel White
How Vos Pushes The Big Lie
Claiming election irregularities, undermining election officials, hiring a GOP expert in smears.
Jun 1st, 2021 by Bruce Murphy
Elections Commission Head Saw No Problems in Green Bay
Republican legislators claim election tampering, but Wolfe testified she saw no evidence of this.
Mar 31st, 2021 by Megan Hart
GOP Leader Supports Dead People Voting
Huh? That’s a switch for Repubicans. But it might actually be a good idea.
Mar 8th, 2021 by Bruce Murphy
GOP Bills Bar Transgender Athletes
Prevents them from competing with school teams that align with their gender identity.
Mar 2nd, 2021 by Laurel White
Will Budget Hearings Be Superspreader Events?
Mask wars pit Democrats against Republicans in Legislature.
Feb 27th, 2021 by Melanie Conklin
A Plea to State Republicans
Please stop the lies, stop fueling far-right threats to our democracy
Jan 20th, 2021 by Angela Lang and Matt Rothschild
Will State Republicans Abandon Trump?
Many have in other states. Will Wisconsin’s GOP get off the Trump crazy train?
Jan 18th, 2021 by Bruce Murphy
GOP State Legislators Asked Pence to Not Certify Election
15 legislators signed the letter. Four of them serve on Assembly elections committee.
Jan 14th, 2021 by Melanie Conklin
Trump Won State, GOP Legislators Declare
Wisconsin Elections Commission chair Ann Jacobs has received threats to her children and family.
Dec 9th, 2020 by Melanie Conklin
Legislature Refuses to Change Absentee Vote Counting Law
This past election shows why election officials want to count absentee votes early.
Dec 5th, 2020 by Nora Eckert
Republican Senators Offer 8 Police Bills
One requires cities in Wisconsin to maintain current police funding or lose state aid.
Aug 30th, 2020 by Gretchen Schuldt
272 Candidates Running for State Legislature
Highest number since 2012, many contested primaries.
Jun 7th, 2020 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
GOP Pushes Fetal Personhood
Republican legislators introduce an amendment to the state constitution that gives personhood to fertilized eggs.
Feb 14th, 2020 by Shamane Mills
Will 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 Conklin
Bill Defines Sexual Assault Victims Rights
“Bill of rights” proposed after study finds 26% of UW-Madison woman were sexually assaulted.
Oct 18th, 2019 by Laurel White
State Republican Lawmakers Oppose Barrett’s Budget
Seven Republicans take aim at proposal to reduce police staffing, but don't mention sales tax request.
Oct 7th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Tesla, Sen. Kapenga Helped by State Budget
Republicans add item letting Tesla sell vehicles directly to consumers. Kapenga owns business that sells Tesla parts.
Jun 26th, 2019 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Assembly Passes State Budget By 60-39
To secure Senate approval adds amendment to help a company championed by Republican senator.
Jun 26th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
Electric Scooters Could Return This Year
Bill working its way through state Legislature to legalize electric scooters.
May 8th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Walker Signs Vulnerable User Bill
Increases penalties for careless drivers who kill or injure bicyclists, pedestrians.
Dec 1st, 2017 by Dave Cieslewicz
Bill Keeps Accused Cops on the Job
State bill would also let cops union grab power on Fire & Police Commission.
Oct 31st, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
Vulnerable User Bill Moves Forward
Includes tougher sanctions against motorists who hit bicyclists, pedestrians.
Jun 9th, 2017 by Dave Cieslewicz
Campaign Clout of Anti-Abortion Groups
They support only Republicans, and want to end abortion coverage for state workers.
Feb 9th, 2017 by Matt Rothschild
GOP Bill Penalizes Sanctuary Cities
Milwaukee and Madison won’t change immigration policies, would be fined.
Feb 7th, 2017 by Matt Rothschild
The World According to Janel Brandtjen
Republican lawmaker is angry about crime in the city. Here’s how she could help.
Jun 10th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
