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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How Should State Spend $6.6 Billion Surplus
Evers and Legislature could have fun -- and improve the state.
Dec 5th, 2022 by John Torinus
Brandtjen, Leading Election Denier, Will Run for Open Senate Seat
Rep. Janel Brandtjen, kicked out of the Assembly GOP, wants to succeed Alberta Darling.
Dec 5th, 2022 by Bruce Murphy
The War Over Democracy Isn’t Over
Both nationally and in Wisconsin there will be more attempts to undermine elections.
Dec 4th, 2022 by Ruth Conniff
Former Milwaukee Election Official Pleads Not Guilty On Election Fraud Charges
Kimberly Zapata is now represented by conservative law firm connected to election decertification.
Dec 2nd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Speaker Vos Meets with Jan. 6 Committee
Wisconsin Republican leader previously sued in federal court to block appearance.
Dec 1st, 2022 by Erik Gunn
Will Elections Commission Fulfill Rep. Brandtjen’s Election Data Request?
Partisan body deadlocks on fulfilling her large request after Republicans remove election-denier from meeting.
Dec 1st, 2022 by Rich Kremer
Ramthun Won’t Rule Out Future Run for Governor
Election denier got just 6% of vote in GOP primary but blames it on negative press.
Nov 29th, 2022 by Baylor Spears
Republicans Push ‘Universal School Choice’
Vos, others back a key platform plank of Tim Michels' losing bid for governor.
Nov 29th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Referendums Fund Emergency Services
23 local referendums in November requested funding for police, fire, parks and more.
Nov 28th, 2022 by Steven Walters
Sen. Alberta Darling Is Retiring
Veteran Republican will resign Dec. 1. Special election will decide if GOP keeps supermajority.
Nov 26th, 2022 by Baylor Spears
Republican Proposal Cuts Taxes On The Wealthy
Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu's plan moves toward flat tax system.
Nov 23rd, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Gerrymandering Wins In 2022 Election
Results show how voters are robbed of representation.
Nov 22nd, 2022 by Matt Rothschild
Kaul Warns Suit Challenging State Abortion Ban Will Take Time
Attorney General aims to overturn 1849 ban, but notes legal process 'not fast.'
Nov 22nd, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
UW System Quietly Adds More Charter Schools It Oversees
Now up to 13 K-12 schools, including one that's part of a for-profit chain.
Nov 21st, 2022 by Ruth Conniff
State Democratic Chair Hail’s Party’s ‘Triumph’
But election results -- and party's future -- more clouded than that.
Nov 21st, 2022 by Steven Walters
Republicans Bar Rep. Janel Brandtjen From Private Meetings
Caucus loses trust in Elections Committee chair who denied 2020 election results, endorsed Vos’ challenger
Nov 17th, 2022 by Rob Mentzer
Senate Democrats Elect New Leadership
Sen. Melissa Agard will lead 11 Democrats, just one third of the Senate.
Nov 16th, 2022 by Baylor Spears
Dan Bice Undermines Elections Commission
Journal Sentinel reporter’s attack helps reinforce election lies.
Nov 14th, 2022 by Bruce Murphy
Legislative Democrats Review Losses, Strategy
Party lost 4 more seats, hopes for compromise on some issues with Republicans.
Nov 14th, 2022 by Baylor Spears
Robin Vos Reelected Assembly Speaker
"I can't stick with one person and ride the ship down," said Vos about Trump potentially running for president in 2024.
Nov 11th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Trump Effort Seeks to Oust Robin Vos
In robocall for write-in candidate Adam Steen in Assembly race, Trump calls Vos a 'horrendous RINO.'
Nov 8th, 2022 by Henry Redman
Court Won’t Block Counting Of Military Ballots
Lawsuit by Republican lawmaker sought to sequester military absentee ballots.
Nov 8th, 2022 by Bridgit Bowden
Michels, Johnson Are Threats to Democracy
Both have engaged in or plan actions to overthrow democratic elections.
Nov 7th, 2022 by Bruce Murphy
The Life Cycle of Election Ballots
State's election system has many checks and balances to assure integrity of election.
Nov 6th, 2022 by Matt Mencarini
Is Democracy Actually On the Ballot?
Republicans have promised numerous changes to how elections are run, while Michels claims they'll never lose another election if he wins.
Nov 4th, 2022 by Rob Mentzer
Milwaukee Deputy Election Director Charged With Felony, Motive Revealed
Kimberly Zapata was fired Wednesday, now charged for improperly requesting absentee ballots.
Nov 4th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Illegal Ballot Requests Came From Deputy Milwaukee Election Director
Kimberly Zapata was terminated Wednesday after revealing action.
Nov 3rd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Waukesha Sheriff Investigating Absentee Ballots Sent to Rep. Brandtjen
Brandtjen, an election conspiracy promoter. claims three military ballots may be fraudulent.
Nov 2nd, 2022 by Henry Redman
Has Michels Abandoned Trump?
Or has Trump abandoned Michels in governor's race? The silence is deafening.
Oct 31st, 2022 by Bruce Murphy
Obama Says Evers, Barnes Will ‘Fight For You’
In Milwaukee former president warns future of democracy hinges on 2022 election.
Oct 30th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Evers, Michels In Agreement That Governor’s Veto Pen Is Stopping Republican Policies
Gov. Evers has set record for vetoes, but Michels plans to sign GOP bills sent to him.
Oct 18th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Clean Energy Jobs Rebound After Pandemic Losses
But like other industries, jobs still lower than pre-pandemic levels.
Oct 14th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
Debate About Whether To Enforce Abortion Ban Could Hurt OB-GYN Recruitment, Retention
Wisconsin's 1849 ban could result in felony charges for doctors.
Oct 12th, 2022 by Rich Kremer
Activists Find Issues With Wisconsin’s Voter Records System
But politically-motivated effort finds no plot or widespread fraud.
Oct 10th, 2022 by Matthew DeFour, Matt Mencarini and Jacob Resneck
What’s Next For Lawsuit Over Wisconsin’s 1849 Abortion Ban?
Attorney General Josh Kaul pursuing lawsuit to block law's enforcement.
Oct 2nd, 2022 by Sarah Lehr
Republican-Controlled Legislature Has Hindered Environmental Protection
Conservation group releases report claims politics have trumped environment since 2011.
Sep 30th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
Vos Sues Jan. 6 Committee
Assembly Speaker fights House panel subpoena to disclose his recent conversation with Trump.
Sep 26th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Republican Michels Flip-Flops on Abortion
Republican candidate for governor changed his position on exceptions to state abortion ban.
Sep 23rd, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Elections Commission Votes to Track Fraudulent Absentee Ballot Requests
Right-wing activists have illegally requested absentee ballots on behalf of other people.
Sep 22nd, 2022 by Henry Redman
Evers Wants Voters to Decide Abortion Through Ballot Initiative
Governor proposes constitutional amendment allowing direct democracy.
Sep 21st, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Is Trump a Threat to Republican Candidates?
A Trump endorsement may mean something different in a general election than a primary election.
Sep 21st, 2022 by Bruce Thompson
Gableman Hints at Revolution in Speech to Republicans
Former supreme court justice fired from election probe criticized for ‘violent rhetoric'.
Sep 20th, 2022 by Rich Kremer
Ron Johnson Suggests Direct Referendum on Abortion Ban Exceptions
Sen. Johnson suggests abortion ban exceptions for rape or incest be decided by referendum.
Sep 16th, 2022 by Rich Kremer
Democracy Day Dogged By Election Lies
11 of 12 Republicans running for statewide office or Congress in Wisconsin hasn't fully accepted 2020 election results.
Sep 15th, 2022 by Henry Redman
Is An Elections Inspector General Needed?
Wisconsin Elections Commission requests funding for new position and 10 new staff. Why?
Sep 12th, 2022 by Steven Walters
Vos Now Faces Two Write-In Candidates
Democrat Joel Jacobsen will run, joining Trump-backed candidate Adam Steen on November ballot.
Sep 7th, 2022 by Erik Gunn
Evers Unveils $2 Billion Schools Plan
Added K-12 funding for school meals, mental health programs and per pupil spending.
Sep 6th, 2022 by Leah Treidler
Racine County Man Charged With Felonies for Absentee Ballot Scheme
Harry Wait requested other citizens' absentee ballots to prove election fraud was possible.
Sep 2nd, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
State Elections Board Wants Inspector General
Will ask Legislature for new position, 10 more staff to handle rise in election complaints, records requests.
Aug 31st, 2022 by Rich Kremer
Will Trump Help State’s Democrats Win?
His disapproval rate is way high in Wisconsin, yet Michels, Johnson have embraced him.
Aug 30th, 2022 by Bruce Murphy
Vos Withdraws Subpoenas, Ends Gableman Probe
14-month election investigation “accomplished nothing,” judge wrote.
Aug 30th, 2022 by Henry Redman
Will Republicans Give Milwaukee a Sales Tax?
Meeting to ‘reset’ relationship between city and state legislators raises doubts, hopes.
Aug 29th, 2022 by Bruce Murphy
Evers Proposes Tax Cuts Using Budget Surplus
Republican lawmakers rejected a similar plan earlier this year.
Aug 23rd, 2022 by Jenny Peek
GOP Lawmakers Want Lawsuit Against Abortion Ban Dismissed
The three legislative leaders being sued by state DOJ say they aren't the right people to sue.
Aug 23rd, 2022 by Henry Redman
Vos’ Primary Challenger Running Write-In Campaign
Adam Steen narrowly lost the primary election to Robin Vos for state Assembly.
Aug 19th, 2022 by Jenny Peek
Judge Blasts Gableman Probe, Deleted Records
Mr. Gableman is 'not capable of conducting a professional and thorough investigation.’
Aug 17th, 2022 by Henry Redman
Michels’ Cash, Trump’s Backing Pay Off
His victory is a defeat for Vos, Walker, and leaves tough questions for a divided party.
Aug 15th, 2022 by Steven Walters
Vos Fires Gableman, Ends Election Probe
'You are to refrain from representing that you are employed by the Wisconsin State Assembly.’
Aug 14th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Democrats Want Audit of Gableman’s 2020 Election Review
Request comes after Assembly Speaker Robin Vos called Gableman "an embarrassment."
Aug 11th, 2022 by Rich Kremer
Trump Boosts Michels Over Kleefisch
Evers vs. Michels, Johnson vs. Barnes will make it a fall of nonstop ads. Plus: Vos almost loses.
Aug 10th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Gableman Backs Vos Primary Opponent
Assembly Speaker Vos hired Gableman more than a year ago to lead 2020 election review.
Aug 9th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Pence Calls Kleefisch ‘Proven Conservative’
The former vice president joined Kleefisch at a law enforcement event in Waukesha County.
Aug 4th, 2022 by Evan Casey
State Elections Commission Helping Investigate Racine Voter Fraud
A Racine man committed voter fraud to prove it can be done. Racine sheriff congratulated him.
Aug 4th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Trump Endorses Robin Vos’s Challenger
Trump pledges 'Complete and Total Endorsement' of Republican Adam Steen in primary, calling Vos a “RINO.'
Aug 3rd, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Gableman Opposed Decertifying Election
Private memo by attorney doing election review contradicts his call to decertify 2020 election.
Aug 2nd, 2022 by Bruce Murphy
Judge Orders Gableman To Pay $163,000 In Legal Fees
Taxpayers charged for fees in case which found 2020 election review violated open records law.
Aug 2nd, 2022 by Rich Kremer
Should Wisconsin Establish Right to Clean Water?
5 counties will have referendums on this question in November election.
Jul 31st, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
Ramthun Campaign Promotes Election Denial
State Representative Tim Ramthun spreads doubt about 2020 election with campaign for governor.
Jul 29th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Racine Man Commits Voter Fraud to Prove It Can Be Done
State Elections Commission calls for charges. Racine County law enforcement does nothing.
Jul 29th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Taxpayers Footing Bill for Election Review Records Lawsuit
Lawsuit was filed seeking public records related to partisan 2020 election review.
Jul 28th, 2022 by Rich Kremer
Kleefisch Running On Walker-Era Record
Walker, Vos, WMC all backing former Lt. Governor. Will it be enough to beat Michels?
Jul 27th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Wisconsin Elections Commission Plans Fall Voter Education Initiative
Effort to build trust in elections comes as state legislators, Michael Gableman and Donald Trump call to decertify the 2020 election.
Jul 23rd, 2022 by Rich Kremer
Mayor Johnson Looks Back On His First 100 Days In Office
Public safety, financial issues, economic development and contracting COVID-19 for the second time.
Jul 22nd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
GOP Lawmakers Strike New Blow Against Absentee Ballots
Legislators nix rule allowing clerks to correct minor errors on envelopes, setting stage for legal battle.
Jul 21st, 2022 by Erik Gunn
Vos Penalized in Open Records Case
Assembly Speaker 'did not respond to four records requests for six months,' circuit court judge states.
Jul 19th, 2022 by Ruth Conniff
State Superintendent Pushes Gun Control
Restricting access to guns is key to protecting children’s lives, Jill Underly says.
Jul 19th, 2022 by Deneen Smith
Report Finds Few Problems With Drop Boxes
No cases of fraud, vandalism or theft that could have affected 2020 election results.
Jul 18th, 2022 by Bruce Murphy
GOP Leaders Seek to Prevent Fixing Absentee Ballots
Legislative committee can kill rule, could invalidate tens of thousands of votes in next election.
Jul 16th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Tim Michels ‘Not Against Contraception’
GOP Gubernatorial candidate supports Wisconsin abortion ban.
Jul 15th, 2022 by Rich Kremer
Elections Commission Deadlocks on Advising Clerks
In wake of high court decision invalidating absentee drop boxes, tie votes by Democrats and Republicans.
Jul 13th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
Wisconsin At The Center of Jan. 6 Conspiracy
'This is not over. This is ongoing.'
Jul 13th, 2022 by Ruth Conniff
Trump Calls For Nullification of Wisconsin’s 2020 Election
Revives fraudulent claim after State Supreme Court decision on absentee ballot boxes.
Jul 12th, 2022 by Henry Redman
Why Nicholson Quit The Governor’s Race
Did Uihlein pull his funding? And which candidate for governor will benefit?
Jul 12th, 2022 by Bruce Murphy
Trump, Thompson Endorsements Boost Michels in GOP Primary For Governor
After nearly a year of campaigning Kleefisch’s lead has evaporated.
Jul 11th, 2022 by Rich Kremer
Open Records Law Treated With Contempt
Both Vos and Gableman cited for contempt of court for trashing open records law.
Jul 4th, 2022 by Bill Lueders
Legal Fight Over Gableman Probe Keeps Growing
One year into investigation it's spawned an ever-growing number of court cases.
Jun 30th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Anti-Abortion Groups Want To Tighten 1849 Ban
Seek to end 19th century law’s exception to protect life of a mother.
Jun 29th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Kaul, Evers Sue to Challenge 1849 Abortion Ban
Suit says 1849 law superseded by later laws, names GOP legislative leaders as defendants.
Jun 28th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Gov. Evers, AG Kaul Announce Direct Legal Challenge to Wisconsin’ s 1800s-era Criminal Abortion Ban
In wake of U.S. Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade, lawsuit challenges archaic abortion statute banning nearly all abortions in Wisconsin, including in cases of rape and incest
Jun 28th, 2022 by Gov. Tony Evers
State Leaders React to Overturning of Roe
Republicans celebrate, Democrats say they are ‘heartbroken’
Jun 25th, 2022 by Ruth Conniff
Judge Lifts Contempt Order for Speaker Vos
Assembly Speaker Vos faced contempt of court related to missing records in partisan election review.
Jun 24th, 2022 by Rich Kremer
New State Elections Commission Chair Seeks to Restore Faith in Elections
GOP appointee Don Millis wants to pursue all complaints, increase audits of voting machines.
Jun 21st, 2022 by Christine Hatfield
Why Gableman Courts Controversy
His latest blowup in the courtroom is part of a pattern.
Jun 20th, 2022 by Steven Walters
Jobs First Coalition Backs Republicans
Brookfield-based conservative group has spent $2.6 million since 2010, mostly on legislators.
Jun 13th, 2022 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Elections Commission Rejects Challenge to Tim Michels’ Nominating Petitions
Unanimous decision puts Michels on the ballot in the GOP primary for governor.
Jun 11th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
State Republicans Push EPA, Relax Gas Rules
Reformulated gas requirement for southeastern Wisconsin cuts pollution, hikes prices at the pump.
Jun 10th, 2022 by Erik Gunn
New Elections Commission Member Approved Decisions Republicans Now Oppose
Don Millis backed actions later cited as evidence of misconduct in 2020 election.
Jun 9th, 2022 by Henry Redman
Evers Calls Special Session To Overturn 1849 Abortion Ban
Kleefisch urges Republican legislators to reject special session.
Jun 9th, 2022 by Christine Hatfield
Vos Appoints Attorney Don Millis to Elections Commission
Republican previously served on WEC, and decades ago, on Wisconsin Elections Board.
Jun 9th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
‘Tangled Series’ of Abortion Laws Since 1849
Wisconsin has had many laws passed on abortion which could cause confusion if Roe overturned.
Jun 8th, 2022 by Phoebe Petrovic
