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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Evers’ Budget Will Include Nonpartisan Redistricting Process
Drawing of political boundaries would move from the Legislature to a nonpartisan commission.
Feb 27th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
Evers Withdraws National Guard From U.S. Border
No evidence of crisis, governor says. Vos condemns move.
Feb 26th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
Evers Wants More Funds for Women’s Health
$28 million package would also restore Planned Parenthood’s funding.
Feb 23rd, 2019 by Laurel White
Fourth Lawsuit Against Lame Duck Laws
This one argues Republican legislators violated U.S. Constitution and will of the voters.
Feb 22nd, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
Expanding Medicaid Is Best for State
Why it's the smart, compassionate, and fiscally responsible thing to do.
Feb 19th, 2019 by Tom Frazier
South Suburbs Consider Merging Fire, Police
Franklin, Greenfield will have discussions. Will others join talks?
Feb 19th, 2019 by Corrinne Hess
Republicans and Colin Kaepernick
Legislators opposition to honoring the NFL star is part of an ugly, historic pattern.
Feb 19th, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
Evers Proposes Medical Marijuana
And would loosen other restrictions. Vos opposes plan.
Feb 19th, 2019 by Laurel White
GOP Senators, Too, Resist Honoring Kaepernick
They remove Milwaukee native and former NFL star from black history resolution, but won’t say why.
Feb 14th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
Republicans Discover the Middle Class
But their proposed tax cut is unfunded and doesn’t address state’s tax inequity.
Feb 14th, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
Taylor Refutes GOP’s Censorship of Black History Honorees
"Republicans like Assembly Speaker Vos and Senate Majority Leader Fitzgerald set us back today."
Feb 13th, 2019 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Evers Signals Gas Tax In His Budget
Waiting for report from Thompson, he says, but expects gas tax will be included.
Feb 13th, 2019 by Danielle Kaeding
Legislators Clash on Black History Month
Republicans remove Colin Kaepernick from resolution, Rep. Bowen cries foul.
Feb 13th, 2019 by Laurel White
Robin Vos Giving $500 an Hour Lawyers a Blank Check to Defend His Scheme to Rig the Rules for Foxconn
‘The Only Thing Wisconsin Taxpayers are Getting Out of These Republican Deals is Being Stuck With the Bill’
Feb 11th, 2019 by One Wisconsin Now
8 Ways to Increase Highway Funding
Lots of possible taxes and fees, but can legislators agree on any?
Feb 11th, 2019 by Steven Walters
Road Tolls Are Best Way to Fund Highways
Wisconsin could pioneer 21st Century approach to solve the problem.
Feb 10th, 2019 by Michael Jahr
Robin “Boss” Vos to Wisconsin Middle Class: ‘Pay For Your Own Tax Savings’
Suggests Cuts to Education, Health Care and Roads to Fund Middle Class Tax Plan Instead of Asking Millionaires and Billionaires to Pay Their Fair Share
Feb 8th, 2019 by One Wisconsin Now
Vos, Fitzgerald Support Tolls to Pay For Roads
Democrats may consider but prefer gas tax indexing.
Feb 7th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
Texas Lawsuit Threatens Republicans
Vos and Fitzgerald support lawsuit overturning Obamacare, but voters don’t.
Feb 6th, 2019 by Bruce Thompson
Evers Won’t Support GOP Tax Cut
Governor says he can’t support plan with no long-term funding.
Feb 6th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
Questions Raised About Assembly Speaker Benefiting from State Tax Loophole
Is Tax Break Debate Personal for Robin Vos?
Feb 6th, 2019 by One Wisconsin Now
Evers, GOP Leaders Need Health Care Ideas
They could learn from local experts like Albrecht Free Clinic in West Bend.
Feb 5th, 2019 by John Torinus
Unions Files Suit Against Lame Duck Laws
Second suit filed, argues Republicans violated state constitution.
Feb 5th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
Joint Statement: Foxconn Developments
"We want to thank President Trump for his commitment to Wisconsin workers – our state has an ally in the White House who is dedicated to helping us bring family-supporting careers to our state."
Feb 1st, 2019 by U.S. Rep. Scott Fitzgerald
State Rep. David Bowen’s Statement on Latest Foxconn Flop
Time for Legislature to Direct WEDC Renegotiations
Jan 31st, 2019 by State Rep. David Bowen
Foxconn Played Walker and Republican Leadership
Deal’s Constant Changes Doesn’t Bode Well for Wisconsin Workers
Jan 30th, 2019 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Rep. Spreitzer statement on latest Foxconn news
"Today’s comments by Speaker Robin Vos and Majority Leader Fitzgerald demonstrate that they have not learned from their mistake and they continue to lack a coherent vision for the future of our state."
Jan 30th, 2019 by State Sen. Mark Spreitzer
New Questions About Robin Vos, GOP’s Lame Duck Law Changes As Foxconn Scales Back Wisconsin Operation
GOP Grabbed Control of Agency Overseeing Deal, Reduced Accountability Before Foxconn Suggests ‘Modifications’ to Biggest Ever State Subsidy of Foreign Corporation
Jan 30th, 2019 by One Wisconsin Now
Foxconn Breaks Promises Again
"Wisconsin Republicans should have known better."
Jan 30th, 2019 by State Rep. Jimmy Anderson
How Evers and Legislators Can Cooperate
Marquette Poll shows where voters of both parties agree. Will GOP leaders take the hint?
Jan 30th, 2019 by Bruce Thompson
The Water Council commends Wisconsin’s Elected Leaders for placing a priority on Clean Water
Water is perhaps our state’s greatest natural resource and a critical input for businesses in some of our leading sectors like food and beverage and pulp and paper manufacturing.
Jan 29th, 2019 by The Water Council
Republicans Oppose Gerrymandering
Voters overwhelmingly favor fair maps, yet Vos spends millions in taxes to fight this.
Jan 29th, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
Republicans May Oppose Medical Marijuana
Vos, Steineke say Evers’ support for full legalization has poisoned the discussion.
Jan 28th, 2019 by Steven Walters
New Marquette Law School Poll finds some issues less divisive amid continuing partisan divide
Special education increases and accepting more federal Medicaid money are drawing broader support than many other current issues
Jan 24th, 2019 by Marquette University
In Support of Campus Free-Speech, Not Conservative Safe Spaces
"Free speech ought to mean free speech for everyone."
Jan 24th, 2019 by State Rep. Jimmy Anderson
Gerrymandering Costs Taxpayers Millions
Republicans' legal bill for redistricting federal judge declared unconstitutional hits $3.5 million.
Jan 23rd, 2019 by James Rowen
Evers Tells Kaul to Drop ACA Lawsuit
Governor says people voted for this, but GOP legislators insist AG must obey their new law.
Jan 23rd, 2019 by Laurel White
Rep. Robyn Vining Comments on Pre-Existing Conditions Bill
"Though we must acknowledge the remaining issues, we achieved a small victory with the amendment recognizing annual and lifetime benefit limits..."
Jan 22nd, 2019 by State Rep. Robyn Vining
Vos May Amend Pre-Existing Conditions Bill
Open to some changes Evers wants, but not others. Vote scheduled for today.
Jan 22nd, 2019 by Laurel White
Legislators Can’t Block Liberals On Twitter
Federal judge rules that One Wisconsin Now can’t be blocked from twitter feed of Vos, other GOP lawmakers.
Jan 19th, 2019 by Laurel White
7 Goals of County Fair Deal Group
Abele and Lipscomb's group releases seven recommendations for state legislative action.
Jan 18th, 2019 by Graham Kilmer
Rep. Sargent Pushes Campaign Reform
Democratic proposal would add restrictions on campaign donations.
Jan 18th, 2019 by Matt Rothschild
Federal Court Sides With One Wisconsin Now in Twitter Blocking Lawsuit Against Republican State Representatives
‘A Victory for Open, Transparent and Accountable Government’
Jan 18th, 2019 by One Wisconsin Now
GOP Legislators Offer Middle-Class Tax Cut
Evers administration wants cut but criticizes plan as “unfunded.”
Jan 18th, 2019 by Laurel White
Statement on Assembly Bill 1
"We must provide stability and protection for Wisconsinites with pre-existing conditions should Republican efforts to overturn the Affordable Care Act be successful." "
Jan 17th, 2019 by State Rep. Lisa Subeck
Federal Judge Tosses Wisconsin Republican Lame Duck Attacks on Voting
Ruling: ‘This Is Not A Close Question: The Three Challenged Provisions Are Clearly Inconsistent With The Injunctions That The Court Has Issued In This Case’
Jan 17th, 2019 by One Wisconsin Now
Governor Evers Reaffirms Commitment to Cutting Taxes for Middle-Class Families
"In contrast, Speaker Vos’ spending plan continues to grow." -Spokeswoman for Gov. Evers, Melissa Baldauff
Jan 17th, 2019 by Gov. Tony Evers
Evers, GOP Lawmakers Seek Common Ground
But Republicans won't budget on accepting expanded federal funds for Medicaid.
Jan 16th, 2019 by Laurel White
Evers Sells Vision to Local Leaders
Governor urges business leaders to help two parties find common ground on tough issues.
Jan 14th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
State Loses Political Power in Washington
Of all states, Wisconsin and Michigan have lost the most clout in D.C., experts say.
Jan 14th, 2019 by Steven Walters
Robin “Boss” Vos: The Million Dollar Speaker
Sticks Taxpayers With $1 Million Plus Annual Tab for His Personal Legislative Staff
Jan 11th, 2019 by One Wisconsin Now
Vos Offers Bipartisan Terms to Evers
Republican letter to governor suggests possible compromise on income tax cut, school spending, health care.
Jan 11th, 2019 by Laurel White
Groups Will Sue Against Lame Duck Laws
Will argue entire “extraordinary” session was illegal, demanding all laws be struck down.
Jan 10th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
Sustain Rural Wisconsin Network Calls on Assembly Speaker Robin Vos to Include Citizens with Polluted Wells on his Water Quality Task Force
Contaminated wells, polluted drinking water, and industrial agriculture are not new issues in rural Wisconsin and are a real crisis for real families.
Jan 9th, 2019 by Sustain Rural Wisconsin Network
Legislature Begins Era of Divided Government
Vos, Fitzgerald call for bipartisan approach, but Vos warns against “far left” ideas.
Jan 8th, 2019 by Laurel White and Shawn Johnson
Welcome to Milwaukee, Mr. Walker
Governor who warned voters about evils of this city will now live here.
Jan 7th, 2019 by James Rowen
County Officials Review Revenue Options
Abele and Lipscomb's Fair Deal group considers ways to relieve dire financial situation.
Jan 5th, 2019 by Graham Kilmer
Evers Taps Barca, Former Obama Official
Rep. Barca will run revenue department, Andrea Palm will run Health Services.
Jan 4th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
NRA Still Has Capitol Clout
Spent nearly $1 million on Walker’s losing campaign, still has major power with legislators.
Jan 2nd, 2019 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Will Judge Peterson Allow Voting Restrictions?
Since lame duck law reinstates provisions he previously struck down, that seems unlikely.
Jan 2nd, 2019 by Bruce Thompson
Robin Vos: The Secrecy Speaker
Reports Reveal How Vos Sought to Keep Public’s Business Secret and Silence Former Spouse
Jan 2nd, 2019 by One Wisconsin Now
Evers, Vos, Fitzgerald Must Compromise
There are many issues where they can forge agreements — and lead the state forward.
Jan 1st, 2019 by John Torinus
8 GOP Laws Evers Could Target
There’s much new governor opposes. But which issues will he take on?
Dec 31st, 2018 by Steven Walters
Top 10 Stories of 2018 Affecting Democracy
How Wisconsin went forward -- and backward -- in democratic government.
Dec 29th, 2018 by Matt Rothschild
Vos and Fitzgerald Trash Urban Voters
Affirming the alignment of Republicans with voters from shrinking counties.
Dec 26th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
GOP Senate Could Pass Medicaid Expansion?
Not “completely ruled out,” Fitzgerald says of Evers proposal to accept federal dollars for expansion.
Dec 21st, 2018 by Laurel White
Evers Embraces Expertise
Hiring talented people, appointing expert advisors, who knew you could govern that way?
Dec 20th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Hintz Touts Democratic Issues for Next Year
Assembly minority leader says expanding Medicaid and redistricting reform are top goals.
Dec 19th, 2018 by Laurel White
History Repeats With Latest Post-Election Republican Attack on Early Voting
Attack on Voter Rights Launched Just Days After Suffering Statewide Election Losses in 2012 and 2018
Dec 19th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
One Wisconsin Institute Files Request for Court to Enforce Rulings Striking Down Republican Lame Duck Restrictions on Voting
‘Attempts to Rig the Rules on Voting Were Unconstitutional in 2016 and They’re Unconstitutional Today’
Dec 17th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Institute
Avoid Partisan Gridlock, Let Voters Decide
Referendums on key issues like state funding for K-12 and UW System could solve partisan divide.
Dec 17th, 2018 by John Torinus
Carpenter: Require ‘Lame Duck” Bills to Supermajority Votes
“The tactics of these Republicans are an embarrassment to Wisconsin’s good government reputation and a black eye to our democracy.”
Dec 17th, 2018 by State Sen. Tim Carpenter
Lame Duck Bills Too Rushed, Secretive
Vos and Fitzgerald did not even attend the public hearing to answer questions about the legislation.
Dec 16th, 2018 by Erin Grunze
One Wisconsin Institute Announces Coming Legal Action Against GOP ‘Lame Duck’ Voting Rights Attacks
National Redistricting Foundation Will Support the Legal Challenge
Dec 14th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Institute
Gerrymander is Alive and Well
Data from November election tells a tale of totalitarian tendencies.
Dec 12th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Republicans’ Plan for Permanent Power
They began plotting last spring to retain power even if a Democrat won for governor.
Dec 11th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
5 Reasons for Republican Power Play
One key reason: they see Tony Evers as weak.
Dec 10th, 2018 by Steven Walters
Rep. Greta Neubauer and WI Working Families Hold Town Hall Meeting in Speaker Rovin Vos’ District
Residents voiced concerns about extraordinary session; Vos’ work to subvert will of voters
Dec 8th, 2018 by Wisconsin Working Families Party
What Will Scott Walker’s Legacy Be?
Remembered for his accomplishments? Or his “poor loser” legislation?
Dec 6th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Lame Duck Laws All About Secrecy
Vos and Fitzgerald didn’t even attend the public hearing on their far-reaching legislation.
Dec 5th, 2018 by Dee J. Hall
The Republican War Against Democracy
Details in lame duck bills show disdain for democracy by Vos and Fitzgerald.
Dec 5th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Legislature Works Overnight To Curb Evers Power
Limits on early voting, constraints on Evers campaign promise on health care.
Dec 5th, 2018 by Shawn Johnson and Laurel White
Republican’s Holiday Gift to Wisconsin: An Assault on Democracy
"Astonishingly, the Republicans primary concern is to protect their own power."
Dec 5th, 2018 by State Sen. Janis Ringhand
Senator Taylor Believes GOP Are Taking Career Ending Votes
"I urge the people of Wisconsin to continue to push back on this outrageous disregard of voter’s wishes."
Dec 4th, 2018 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Will Republican Legislature Risk Contempt With Scheme to Enact New Limits on Early Voting?
GOP Anti-Voter Plot Would Directly Contradict Court Decision Protecting Early Voting Rights
Dec 4th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
Eight Days After November Election Republican Assembly Leader Robin Vos Requested New Restrictions on Early Voting
GOP Attempts to Rig Election Rules ‘Playing With Legal Fire’
Dec 3rd, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
GOP Lame Duck Session Targets Evers
Far-reaching bill would reduce governor’s power, limit early voting.
Dec 3rd, 2018 by Laurel White
GOP ‘Playing with Fire’ Using Lame Duck to Rig Elections
"We and our legal counsel will be vigilant in monitoring what the Republicans attempt to do with state laws on voting in this lame duck session."
Nov 28th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
Kimberly-Clark Subsidy Stalled in Senate
Republicans “haven’t made any effort to build consensus," Democrat Shilling says.
Nov 28th, 2018 by Laurel White
GOP Legislature Huddles Behind Closed Doors to Discuss Schemes to Undermine November Election Results
Schemes Run the Gamut From Lame and Lamer to Lamest
Nov 27th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
Time’s Running Out on Vos, Fitzgerald
Vos says Democrats are "sore losers” and proceeds as though Republicans won.
Nov 23rd, 2018 by James Rowen
MacIver Cheers New Revenue Projections, Urges Gov.-Elect Evers To Stay The Course
"Eight years of sound fiscal management by Gov. Walker and the conservative legislature have put Wisconsin back on the right track."
Nov 21st, 2018 by MacIver Institute
GOP Blames Voters Voting for Electoral Defeats, Proposes Plan to Limit Participation in 2020 State High Court Race
Assembly Republican Leader Vos ‘Hell-Bent on Undermining Checks and Balances’
Nov 16th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
Will Referendums Lead to Legal Pot?
Some legislators hope for change after medical or fully legai pot approved in 18 local referendums.
Nov 16th, 2018 by Edgar Mendez
DPW Statement on Republicans’ Latest Attempt to Eviscerate Checks and Balances
"Robin Vos and Scott Fitzgerald want to put their thumbs on the scale and manipulate an election that won't happen for over a year."
Nov 15th, 2018 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
About That Republican Victory
Voters rejected Democrats for the Assembly, Robin Vos declares. Er, not exactly.
Nov 15th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Banana Republic Politics
Republicans threaten governor’s power, but may actually kill a bad 2017 law they passed.
Nov 14th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Rep. Vos Selected to Lead Assembly Republican Caucus, Not State of Wisconsin
Vos Should Choose Another Road, Drop Divisive Attacks on Will of Wisconsin Voters
Nov 12th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
Evers Election Brings Changes to Capitol
Suddenly jobs for Democrats. And will Vos, Evers do deal on highway funding?
Nov 12th, 2018 by Steven Walters
Affordable Housing for Walker’s Point
Ohio-based developer eyeing Milwaukee project.
Nov 11th, 2018 by Graham Kilmer
