Robin J. Vos (Rep.), 63rd Assembly District
Born Burlington, July 5, 1968. Graduate Burlington H.S. 1986; UW-Whitewater 1991. Owner of several small businesses. Former congressional district director; former legislative assistant. Member: Rotary Club (past pres.); Racine/Kenosha Farm Bureau; Knights of Columbus; Racine Co. Rep. Party; Racine Area Manufacturers and Commerce; Union Grove Chamber of Commerce; Burlington Chamber of Commerce. UW Board of Regents 1989-91. Racine Co. Board 1994-2004 (former chp. of Finance and Personnel Com.).
Elected to Assembly since 2004. Speaker of the Assembly 2015, 2013. Biennial committee assignments: 2015 — Assembly Organization (chp., also 2013); Jt. Com. on Legis. Organization (co-chp., also 2013); Jt. Com. on Employment Relations (co-chp. 2013, mbr. 2011); Rules (vice chp., also 2013); Jt. Legislative Council (since 2009). 2011 — Jt. Com. on Finance (co-chp., mbr. since 2007); Jt. Com. on Audit. 2009 — Insurance. 2007 — Elections and Constitutional Law (vice chp. eff. 1/3/08); Jobs and the Economy (eff. 1/17/08).
Telephone: Office: (608) 266-3387; (888) 534-0063 (toll free); Fax: (608) 282-3663; District: (262) 514-2597.
Internet: SpeakerVos.com
E-mail: Rep.Vos@legis.wisconsin.gov
Voting address: 960 Rock Ridge Road, Burlington 53105.
Mailing address: Office: Room 211 West, State Capitol, P.O. Box 8953, Madison 53708.
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Knights Gourmet Popcorn Adding Cafe Space
The Jackson Park popcorn store and micro-roastery will soon expand with a new coffee bar.
Aug 11th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Legislative Democrats on ‘Veto Watch’ after Gov. Evers Blocks 10 Bills
Republicans only need two-thirds of those present to override the governor’s veto
Aug 11th, 2023 by Jack Kelly and Matthew DeFour
Evers Calls Special Session Addressing Child Care, Workforce Challenges
Governor asks for $1 billion in surplus funds to be spent on child care, higher education and paid family leave.
Aug 8th, 2023 by Corrinne Hess
Conservative Chief Justice Annette Ziegler Accuses Liberal Majority of Going ‘Rogue’
Claims state Supreme Court liberal majority of holding a 'secret' meeting. Majority says all justices were invited.
Aug 5th, 2023 by Corrinne Hess
Wisconsin’s Congressional Delegation Largely Silent On Trump’s January 6 Indictment
But Sen. Ron Johnson, who appears in charging document, says it is another example of "dual system of justice under Biden."
Aug 2nd, 2023 by Rich Kremer
1.4 Million Wisconsin Residents Need To Reapply For Medicaid, Will They?
As of June, more than one-third had not initiated the renewal process. Real test comes at end of summer.
Jul 31st, 2023 by Steven Walters
Artificial Intelligence Being Used To Generate Election Ads
"Synthetic media" allows coordination with super PACs, deep faces. Will it be regulated?
Jul 28th, 2023 by Phoebe Petrovic
GOP Launches Early Voting Campaign
After years of claiming early and absentee voting leads to fraud, Republicans change course.
Jul 25th, 2023 by Corrinne Hess
Vos Defends Country Singer Jason Aldean
Assenbly Speaker 'proudly' backs Aldean, whose new song is accused of glorifying racist ideas, gun violence.
Jul 24th, 2023 by Baylor Spears
Gov. Evers Keeps Rising in Stature
Becoming a national figure with ever more effective leadership. Just ask the Republicans.
Jul 17th, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
State Supreme Court Rejects DEI Education for Attorneys
Would create 'goose-stepping brigade," Justice Rebecca Bradley contends.
Jul 15th, 2023 by Rich Kremer
Mayor Johnson Signs 2% Sales Tax Into Law
"Something huge, something major, something extraordinary," says Johnson of revenue deal, averting fiscal cliff.
Jul 14th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Evers Vetoes Leave State With Projected $4 Billion Surplus
If governor and legislators can't agree on how to spend it, it could sit there for two years.
Jul 11th, 2023 by Shawn Johnson
Republicans Two Seats From Veto-Proof Majorities
Just 2,498 votes assured that GOP legislators can't override Gov. Evers' vetoes.
Jul 10th, 2023 by Steven Walters
Evers Veto Preserves Medicaid Coverage of Gender Affirming Care
GOP measure blocked coverage of gender reassignment surgeries, puberty blockers.
Jul 7th, 2023 by Sarah Lehr
Evers Vetoed Funding for Republican National Convention
GOP legislators gave Milwaukee tourism bureau $10 million for 2024 convention.
Jul 7th, 2023 by Evan Casey
Republicans Outraged By Evers’ Vetoes
Blasting 'trickery' of 'radical governor,' they vow to 'stand up and fight.'
Jul 7th, 2023 by Baylor Spears
DEI Experts Respond to Attacks on Their Work
Efforts to be more inclusive help everyone and are being distorted, they say.
Jul 6th, 2023 by Erik Gunn
Evers, Vos Argue Over Amended State Budget
Evers reshaped budget with 51 partial vetoes, trades words with Republicans.
Jul 6th, 2023 by Baylor Spears
GOP Bill Requires UW to Admit Top 5% Of All High School Graduates
Including from all other states. How would this impact Wisconsin's low-income students?
Jul 3rd, 2023 by Isiah Holmes
Following Supreme Court Ruling, UW System Reviewing Its Race-Based Admissions Rules
Wisconsin conservatives applaud ruling, though its actual impact in state is unclear.
Jun 30th, 2023 by Rich Kremer
Assembly Passes Budget, Sends To Governor For Possible Vetoes
Evers could veto entire budget or portions of it, with all legislative Democrats voting against agreement.
Jun 30th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Council Committee Endorses 2% Sales Tax
And blasts state policy restrictions while insisting tax is far from a 'Milwaukee bailout.'
Jun 26th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Assembly Passes Bill To Overhaul How Reading Is Taught
DPI gives support after changes. Plus: Pharmacists could prescribe birth control, alcohol regulations overhauled.
Jun 22nd, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Vos Pushed to End Technical Colleges Taxing Authority
Amendment's author was unknown. Drafting files show Assembly Speaker requested it.
Jun 21st, 2023 by Rich Kremer
Evers Celebrates Bipartisan Shared Revenue Law
It will increase state funding to all Wisconsin municipalities by at least 20%.
Jun 20th, 2023 by Rob Mentzer
Will GOP Dump State Elections Leader?
Fate of Meagan Wolfe a high stakes decision for state voters, Republican image.
Jun 19th, 2023 by Steven Walters
Republicans Discuss Unity, Abortion at State Convention
"This is not your pop's Republican Party. We've got tattoos, piercings."
Jun 19th, 2023 by Shawn Johnson
Despite Legal Gay Marriage, Wisconsin Laws Still Centered On Husband and Wife
From birth certificates to court documents, same-sex parents have concerns.
Jun 16th, 2023 by Matthew DeFour
Overnight GOP Vote Would End Child Care Program
Advocates say decision would raise costs and cause centers to close.
Jun 16th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Proposal To Overhaul Wisconsin Alcohol Rules Gets First Hearing
Proposal makes many changes supported by breweries and wineries, but wedding bar owners have major concerns.
Jun 15th, 2023 by Henry Redman
Legislature Passes Local Revenue, Schools Bills
Deal heads to Gov. Evers’ desk. Despite bipartisan support, some are calling for him to veto proposals.
Jun 15th, 2023 by Baylor Spears
Will Common Council Approve Sales Tax?
State deal requires two-thirds vote of council. Seven of 15 members have expressed concerns.
Jun 13th, 2023 by Evan Casey
Bill Includes Largest Expansion Ever of Private School Choice
A hike of 13% for K-8 voucher schools and 33% for high schools, union official says.
Jun 13th, 2023 by Corrinne Hess
UW System Hires New Chief Diversity Officer
Action comes amid GOP opposition to campus diversity and equity offices.
Jun 12th, 2023 by Rich Kremer
Milwaukee Sales Tax Deal Reached, Referendum Dropped
Deal at Capitol requires Common Council, County Board to pass new taxes with two-thirds votes. Includes substantial policy measures.
Jun 8th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Assembly, Senate Could Strip Milwaukee Funding From Revenue Bill
Speaker Vos and Majority Leader LeMahieu threaten to remove sales taxes for city and county.
Jun 8th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk
New Bipartisan Group Will Fight Election Misinformation
Keep Our Republic will 'shine a light on the election system,' says state director.
Jun 6th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Republicans Push Abortion Bills
One clarifies that procedures for miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy allowed. Another funds Choose Life centers.
May 31st, 2023 by Shawn Johnson
Brewers’ State Lobbying Spending Soars
Spending $435,000 in last session. But three biggest spenders are manufactures, hospitals and realtors groups.
May 30th, 2023 by Peter Cameron
Brewers Floundering on Stadium Deal
Baseball Commissioner’s threat looks desperate, team’s lobbying looks inept.
May 29th, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
MLB Commissioner Expresses Confidence In Brewers Subsidy Agreement
Comments come as fight over funding American Family Field repairs and upgrades heats up.
May 26th, 2023 by Evan Casey
Board Approves Jail Probe, Opposes Brewers Subsidy
Plus: Board sends abortion proposal to attorney's for additional review
May 25th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Senate Mulls Milwaukee’s Financial Peril
Struggling to create plan for shared revenue and sales tax that's acceptable to Assembly and Gov. Evers.
May 24th, 2023 by Baylor Spears
The Ins and Outs of Milwaukee’s Financial Future
Republican legislators can't agree on how many strings to attach to funding proposal.
May 22nd, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Republican Legislators At Odds Over Milwaukee Sales Tax
Assembly wants referendum, Senate may remove requirement to reduce uncertainty.
May 19th, 2023 by Shawn Johnson
Assembly Republicans Settle on Plan To Fund Cities
But deal leaves many questions for Milwaukee. Senate still needs to pass bill. Gov. Evers could veto.
May 17th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Is Vos Allowing ‘Bipartisan’ Compromise?
Budget and shared revenue bills don't quite match vision articulated by Assembly Speaker.
May 15th, 2023 by Baylor Spears
Republicans Stall Elections Reforms
Reforms backed by bipartisan Elections Commission, including elections inspector general, stripped from budget bill.
May 15th, 2023 by Steven Walters
Will Armed Police at MPS Hurt Schools?
Opponents of proposal for 25 armed officers say it will hurt teacher recruitment, target students of color.
May 10th, 2023 by Corrinne Hess
State Sales Tax Deal Toughest on City
Deal for Milwaukee County far better than for city. Why? Blame police union.
May 8th, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
Activists Decry GOP Bill Ending Advisory Referendums
All local referendums would be barred. But not state advisory referendums.
May 8th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk
GOP Revenue Sharing Plan Penalizes Cities
Milwaukee gets 10% hike in funding, rural towns get increase as high at 723%.
May 7th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Robin Vos Wants to Gag Citizens
Shared revenue bill would outlaw advisory referendums.
May 7th, 2023 by Matt Rothschild
Vos Doubles Down On Sales Tax Referendum
Milwaukee would get sales tax, but only if voters approve it in referendum.
May 6th, 2023 by Evan Casey
Assembly Bill Would Provide Funding with Substantial Restrictions for County
County would see a revenue increase, but with substantial restrictions. Gov. Evers promises veto.
May 4th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Resolution Opposes a County Brewers Subsidy
Two socialists, two conservatives on board are co-sponsoring the resolution.
May 2nd, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Can Bipartisan Effort Save State Arts Funding?
Wisconsin ranks 50th in arts support. Group of 'heavy hitters' hopes to change that.
May 2nd, 2023 by Jay Rath
Resolution Calls For More State Aid, Local Autonomy
County board proposal demands hike in state aid with no strings attached.
May 2nd, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Assembly Republicans Have Plan To Help Milwaukee, Will It Work?
Proposal would increase shared revenue and enable sales tax for Milwaukee, with strings attached.
Apr 27th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene and Graham Kilmer
Assembly Passes Bills Making It Harder To Access Unemployment Benefits, BadgerCare
Republicans, in casting party-line vote, say policies will help state workforce shortage.
Apr 26th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Capitol Has New Generation of Leaders
44% of Legislature's 132 members changed in last four years.
Apr 24th, 2023 by Steven Walters
GOP Congressman Calls For Abortion Exceptions
As Republicans reel from Supreme Court loss Van Orden calls on party to change.
Apr 16th, 2023 by Sarah Lehr
Wisconsin Teachers and Janitors Could Carry Guns Under New GOP Bill
Bill would allow school staff to carry weapons at school. Gov. Evers threatens veto.
Apr 13th, 2023 by Gaby Vinick
Yes, Protasiewicz Could Be Impeached
And removed from office by Republican Senate supermajority. But then Gov. Evers could step in.
Apr 10th, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
State Superintendent Urges Legislators To ‘Do Their Job,’ Boost School Funding
Jill Underly 'surprised and hurt' that Joint Finance Committee hasn't invited her to testify.
Apr 4th, 2023 by Rich Kremer
Inside the Dome Deals Are Common
La Follette's resignation, Godlewski appointment latest example of insider Capitol deals.
Mar 27th, 2023 by Steven Walters
Democrats’ Bill Repeals State Abortion Ban
Gov. Evers supports Restore Roe bill, which would overturn pre-Civil War criminal ban.
Mar 21st, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Election Deniers Cause More Turmoil in Green Bay
Suit by Wisconsin Senate and Sen. Jacque challenges City Hall audio recording system.
Mar 21st, 2023 by Henry Redman
How La Follette Helped Save Democracy
But his sudden retirement as Secretary of State has been blasted by Republicans.
Mar 20th, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
Republicans Propose Exceptions To Wisconsin’s 1849 Abortion Ban
But Senate Majority Leader says he won't let proposal move forward, become political football.
Mar 16th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Assembly Passes School Crime, Conversion Therapy Bills
Bill provides no funding for school resource officers. Democrats oppose both bills.
Mar 15th, 2023 by Baylor Spears
Evers Proposes Free School Lunches for All Students
Proposed $120 million program would help students, families and farmers, governor says.
Mar 15th, 2023 by Hope Kirwan
Anti-Abortion Groups Unite to Defend State Law
Opposing Vos proposal of exceptions for rape and incest. Working to elect Dan Kelly.
Mar 13th, 2023 by Baylor Spears
Illinois, Michigan Gained $770 Million From Cannabis Taxes in 2022
While Wisconsin's Republican legislators struggle to legalize even medical marijuana.
Mar 9th, 2023 by Katjusa Cisar
Evers Predicts State Shared Revenue Changes
More money coming, 'I don't care if you’re a 300-people township or the city of Milwaukee.'
Mar 8th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Pro-Ballpark Funding Coalition Launched
Home Crew Coalition backing $290 million state subsidy for Milwaukee Brewers stadium.
Mar 8th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Third Ethics Complaint Filed Against Michael Gableman
Head of 2020 election review accused of repeated dishonesty, harassing public officials.
Mar 5th, 2023 by Henry Redman
Speaker Vos Downplays $7 Billion Surplus Size As Budget Debate Begins
Vos says Gov. Evers lives in "fantasyland" with his plans for spending.
Mar 2nd, 2023 by Shawn Johnson
Bill For Gableman’s Election Investigation Now Nearly $2.5 Million
Court judgment against Assembly Speaker Robin Vos adds $135,000 to cost.
Mar 2nd, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Is Evers Tax Break Plan A Shell Game?
So claim the Republicans, saying his plan hikes taxes almost as much as it cuts them.
Feb 27th, 2023 by Steven Walters
Wisconsin Tourism Recovery A National Leader
But multiple sectors still below pre-pandemic levels.
Feb 24th, 2023 by Gaby Vinick
Brewers Subsidy Largest Ever Per Year?
How did Gov. Evers come up with that inflated, $290 million figure?
Feb 22nd, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
Knodl Beats Trump-Backed Candidate in 8th Senate District GOP Primary
Brandtjen loses. Republican Dan Knodl will face Democrat Jodi Habush Sinykin in April.
Feb 22nd, 2023 by Deneen Smith
Local Government Advocates Expect More State Shared Revenue
They're confident long 'broken' program will be fixed in upcoming state budget.
Feb 21st, 2023 by Rich Kremer
7 Takeaways From Crowley’s 2023 State of the County Speech
Going back to college, helping youth and counting on a new partnership with the state.
Feb 21st, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
County Has A History With the Sales Tax
For 15 years local officials have debated, voted, campaigned on and lobbied for a county sales tax hike.
Feb 21st, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Evers’ Brewers Aid Plan Spooks Republicans
Legislator in Vos's district lost office for supporting such aid. A tough Issue for GOP.
Feb 20th, 2023 by Steven Walters
Evers Budget Funds 80 More Staff to Process Occupational Licenses
Department of Safety and Professional Services has faced criticism for service delays.
Feb 20th, 2023 by Sarah Lehr
Will Democratic Ad Boost Election Denier Brandtjen?
Ad in open state Senate race seems designed to help most extreme GOP candidate.
Feb 19th, 2023 by Baylor Spears
Gov. Evers’ Budget Includes Tax Cuts, Increased School Funding
Republicans blast budget, call it 'devoid of reality.'
Feb 16th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk and Shawn Johnson
Evers Proposes Elections Law Changes
Including automatic voter registration, counting of absentee ballots before Election Day, and new Office of Election Transparency.
Feb 14th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Gov. Evers Proposes $290 Million For American Family Field Upgrades
Proposal would keep Milwaukee Brewers in stadium through 2043, 13 more years.
Feb 14th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Meet The Candidates Seeking Open State Senate Seat
Three Republicans, one Democrat running for seat held by retiring Sen Alberta Darling.
Feb 13th, 2023 by Baylor Spears
Evers Offers Details on $1.2 Billion Tax Cut
Governor's plan gives 10% income tax cut to middle class taxpayers, average cut of more than $200 annually.
Feb 13th, 2023 by Danielle Kaeding
Evers’ Budget Will Include More Shared Revenue, Sales Tax
Proposal could solve Milwaukee's fiscal woes. But Republicans may scrap Ever's budget.
Feb 8th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Momentum Growing For More State Shared Revenue
State flush with cash. One proposal gives one-fifth of sales tax back to local governments.
Feb 6th, 2023 by Baylor Spears
Public Still Paying for Gableman Probe
Taxpayers paying for court fights by Vos and Republicans to hide records, pushing total cost to $2 million.
Feb 1st, 2023 by Bill Lueders
Vos Casts Doubt on Medical Marijuana
'We're not that close' to legalizing it, says Assembly Speaker, as some GOP legislators see it as gateway to recreational pot.
Jan 31st, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk
How Are State’s Women Doing Under 1849 Abortion Ban?
Not so well, doctors say.
Jan 28th, 2023 by Ruth Conniff
