Tyler August (Rep.), 32nd Assembly District
Born Wisconsin, January 26, 1983; single. Graduate Big Foot H.S. 2001; attended UW-Eau Claire and UW-Madison; completed 2012 Emerging Leader Program at Univ. of Virginia Darden School of Business. Full-time legislator. Former chief of staff to Rep. Thomas Lothian. Member: Republican Party of Wis. (fmr. bd. mbr.); Republican Party of 1st Congressional Dist. (fmr. chm.); Republican Party of Walworth Co. (fmr. chm, vice-chm.); National Rifle Association. Recipient: American Conservative Union Defender of Liberty 2012; GOPAC Emerging Leader 2012.
Elected to Assembly 2010; reelected since 2012. Speaker Pro Tempore 2015. Biennial committee assignments: 2015 — Jt. Survey Com. on Tax Exemptions (co-chp., also 2013); Insurance (also 2011); Rules; Jt. Legislative Council. 2013 — Government Operations and State Licensing (chp.); Labor (vice chp.); Health; Judiciary; State Affairs; Jt. Com. for Review of Admin. Rules. 2011 — Consumer Protection and Personal Privacy (vice chp.); Homeland Security and State Affairs.
Telephone: Office: (608) 266-1190.
E-mail: Rep.August@legis.wisconsin.gov
Voting address: 110 Hank Jay Drive, Unit B, Lake Geneva 53147.
Mailing address: Office: Room 119 West, State Capitol, P.O. Box 8952, Madison 53708.
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Wisconsin Assembly Is Done Legislating for 2026
Here's what lawmakers got done -- and left unfinished.
Feb 23rd, 2026 by Brittany Carloni
Assembly GOP Reverses Course on Health Care Bills
After years of resistance, Republicans back plan to expand Medicaid access and lower barriers for breast cancer screenings.
Feb 19th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Wisconsin’s State Legislative Races Heating Up
Democrats have more cash in Senate races, Republicans far more in Assembly contests.
Feb 4th, 2026 by Baylor Spears
Top 10 Stories of The Year
In an amazingly newsworthy year, what were top state issues?
Dec 29th, 2025 by Steven Walters
After Dugan Verdict Comes Politics and Courthouse Uncertainty
Milwaukee judge has become national symbol of clash over ICE arrests.
Dec 21st, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Wisconsin Republicans Threaten to Impeach Judge Hannah Dugan
Resign or face impeachment, state Assembly and Senate leaders warn.
Dec 20th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Legislative Panel Approves Teaching Requirements for UW Faculty
Republicans added the requirement to the recently approved state budget.
Dec 12th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Why Republicans Pass Bills They Know Gov. Evers Will Veto
Key part of their strategy to win elections in 2026, hold power in Legislature.
Nov 24th, 2025 by Brittany Carloni
The Battle Over On-Line Betting
Gambling keeps growing in Wisconsin. How did we get here?
Nov 24th, 2025 by Steven Walters
Online Sports Betting in Wisconsin Hits Roadblock in Legislature
Conservative groups, talk radio opposed it, leaving bill's future in question
Nov 19th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Bipartisan Sports Betting Bill Speeding Through Wisconsin Legislature
Online betting would be allowed through Tribal gaming operations.
Nov 10th, 2025 by Henry Redman
Assembly Passes Several Public Safety Bills
Democrats largely supported GOP bills, but offered doomed amendments.
Oct 15th, 2025 by Erik Gunn
Republicans Push Bill to Withhold Pay for Suspended Judges
A pointed response to arrest and suspension of Milwaukee Judge Hannah Dugan.
Jul 15th, 2025 by Isiah Holmes
Wisconsin Man’s Testimony About Gender-Affirming Care Goes Viral
Milwaukee retiree Larry Jones, 85, came to a legislative hearing and changed his mind.
Mar 24th, 2025 by Hallie Claflin
Republican Bill Forces Wisconsin Sheriffs to Cooperate With ICE
Sheriffs must report immigrants who lack permanent legal status or lose state funding.
Feb 5th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
It’s Groundhog Day in State Capitol
New budget surplus estimate triggers GOP tax cut pledge. Again.
Feb 3rd, 2025 by Steven Walters
Legislators Agree on Postpartum Medicaid Expansion
But not Robin Vos. Just two states haven't extended coverage from 60 days to a year.
Jan 22nd, 2025 by Hallie Claflin
Robin Vos Will Continue as Assembly Speaker
Senate Democrats also reelected Diane Hesselbein as minority leader
Nov 13th, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Wisconsin Voters Approve Constitutional Amendment
GOP backers say amendment will block possibility of noncitizens voting in local elections.
Nov 6th, 2024 by Sarah Lehr
Wisconsin Voters Could Do Something They Haven’t Done in 29 Years
Rejecting proposed voting definition constitutional amendment would be third defeated amendment in 2024.
Oct 28th, 2024 by Steven Walters
What To Know About Wisconsin’s Non-Citizen Voting Referendum
The measure would change state constitution to limit voting to U.S. citizens. Would it have an impact?
Oct 23rd, 2024 by Sarah Lehr
Democrats, Republicans Ramp Up Campaigns Under New Legislative Maps
Both parties poised to spend $1 million apiece on key state Assembly and Senate races.
Sep 22nd, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Turnover High For Republican Convention Delegates
Few rank-and-file delegates from past conventions are included. Why?
Jun 10th, 2024 by Steven Walters
Who Counts As an Election Official? Local Clerks Unclear
Attorney General Kaul plans to release opinion on constitutional amendment's impact.
May 1st, 2024 by Sarah Lehr
Will Legislators Run Or Not?
The long list of legislators in newly mapped districts who haven't filed to run includes Robin Vos.
Apr 15th, 2024 by Steven Walters
Ballot Questions on Election Administration Too Vague, Officials Say
Wisconsin residents will vote Tuesday on two proposed constitutional amendments.
Mar 31st, 2024 by Alexander Shur and Jack Kelly
Evers Silent on New GOP Tax Plan
Latest Republican plan tailored to meet governor's past comments. How will he respond?
Jan 29th, 2024 by Steven Walters
Republicans Fearful of New District Maps
Under one proposed map, incumbent Republicans would have to run against each other.
Jan 22nd, 2024 by Steven Walters
Legislature Passes $2 Billion Tax Cut. Again
Republicans rejects Evers call for child care coverage and more school funding.
Nov 15th, 2023 by Erik Gunn
Republicans Dismiss 13th Call for Special Session
In 5 years, Legislators have shot down every such call by the governor, with one exception.
Aug 14th, 2023 by Steven Walters
Evers, Vos Argue Over Amended State Budget
Evers reshaped budget with 51 partial vetoes, trades words with Republicans.
Jul 6th, 2023 by Baylor Spears
Capitol Has New Generation of Leaders
44% of Legislature's 132 members changed in last four years.
Apr 24th, 2023 by Steven Walters
Inside the Dome Deals Are Common
La Follette's resignation, Godlewski appointment latest example of insider Capitol deals.
Mar 27th, 2023 by Steven Walters
Battle Lines Clear in Capitol Budget Battle
What to watch for as Gov. Evers and Republican legislators begin battle over your money.
Jan 30th, 2023 by Steven Walters
Wisconsin Legislature Has First Socialist Caucus In 90 Years
Newly-elected representatives Darrin Madison and Ryan Clancy think they are just the first of new wave.
Jan 26th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Evers Calls For $500 Million Spending on Mental Health
And more funds for shared revenue, child care, PFAS cleanup in State of State speech.
Jan 25th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk
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
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
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
Rep. Deb Andraca Ran To Change Gun Laws
Recent mass shootings a reminder that gun control laws have gone nowhere in Wisconsin.
May 26th, 2022 by Erik Gunn
GOP Bill Cuts Social Safety Net To Boost Hiring
Republican lawmakers would restrict access to healthcare, food assistance and unemployment insurance.
Jan 19th, 2022 by Erik Gunn
Republicans Vote Against Medicaid Transgender Care
Legislative committee vote keeps Wisconsin out of compliance with a court non-discrimination order.
Oct 25th, 2021 by Melanie Conklin
State Legislation Classifies Rideshare, Delivery Drivers as Independent Contractors
Bills could also prevent drivers from accessing unemployment or workers compensation.
Sep 9th, 2021 by Erik Gunn
Legislative Session Much Ado About Nothing
School spending issue gaveled in and out. Failed veto override generates many speeches.
Jul 28th, 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
Surplus Leaves Evers, Legislators Even Further Divided
Unprecedented $4.4 billion surplus is huge opportunity. But for what?
Jun 14th, 2021 by Steven Walters
Assembly Leaders Accused of ‘Systemic Racism’
Republicans use racist retaliation, punish free speech, Democratic legislators charge.
Jun 12th, 2021 by Melanie Conklin
State Now Projects $4.4 Billion Windfall
Fiscal bureau projects far more tax revenue than expected for 2021-2023.
Jun 9th, 2021 by Erik Gunn
GOP Legislators Push Mexican Border Wall
Including a video. With music. 'Trump wall’ better than 'Obama wall.’
May 5th, 2021 by Ruth Conniff
Legislature Tries Again to Control Federal Stimulus Money
Evers twice vetoed bills to do this. Assembly’s latest bills violate federal rules, LRB warns.
Apr 14th, 2021 by Melanie Conklin
GOP Legislators Want Pandemic Aid for Tax Rebate
They propose $1 billion property tax rebate with aid based on value of homes.
Mar 31st, 2021 by Erik Gunn
Pocan Criticizes Assembly GOP For Mask Policy
Assembly won't require masks, after Speaker Robin Vos appeared in ad encouraging mask wearing.
Dec 31st, 2020 by Melanie Conklin
Legislative Houses Elect Their Leaders
Democrats call for action on COVID-19 crisis.
Nov 11th, 2020 by Melanie Conklin
Everybody Wants Action From Gov. Evers
Madison protesters want protection. Republican legislators want tougher policing.
Jun 29th, 2020 by Melanie Conklin
Assembly Rejects Bipartisan Rape Kit Bill
Republicans pass bill with "poison pills' that will force veto by Gov. Evers.
Feb 12th, 2020 by Melanie Conklin
Assembly Debates Christmas, er, Holiday Tree
"I don’t expect a big issue” or “holy wars”, Rep Hintz says. Wrong.
Nov 13th, 2019 by Melanie Conklin
GOP Legislative Districts Heavily White
Republican assembly districts are up to 96% white, senate districts as high as 95% white.
Jan 15th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
A Tale of Two Millennials
Two young Assembly reps in each party, two very different tales.
Sep 5th, 2017 by Steven Walters
GOP’s Redistricting Lawyers Are Big Donors
Lawyers paid $2.1 million to defend gerrymandering, give $76,000 to politicians.
Feb 6th, 2017 by Matt Rothschild
Top 10 Victories Over Walker
10 policy changes Gov. Walker and Republicans failed to pass in the last year.
Jun 28th, 2016 by Matt Rothschild
8 Problems With Privatizing Water Utilities
Media has now jumped on the issue, adding more info on why proposed bill is a mistake.
Feb 2nd, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
The Republican Revolution Part II
Assembly Speaker Robin Vos has a really big agenda for Wisconsin. It reads like a papal encyclical.
Nov 10th, 2014 by Steven Walters
The Decline of ALEC
The right-wing American Legislative Exchange Council, long a big influence on state legislatures and Wisconsin, is bleeding business support.
Oct 16th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Why the Huge Support for Shot Spotters?
Legislature votes 132-1 to expand Milwaukee program monitoring gunshots.
Apr 7th, 2014 by Steven Walters
We Don’t Want Your Stinking Drones
A (gasp) bipartisan bill to protect privacy from drones raises interesting issues.
Jan 29th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
Citizens Demand Action on Redistricting
Emails from the public to Republican legislators overwhelmingly support reform, but GOP won't budge.
Nov 19th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Walker Faces Tough Choice on Kenosha Casino
Any decision he makes will anger some, and could affect his potential run for president.
Sep 23rd, 2013 by Steven Walters
Southeast Wisconsin Rules the Capitol
Almost every Republican -- and Democratic -- leader is from a small part of the state.
Sep 16th, 2013 by Steven Walters
We Want Redistricting Reform!
Newspapers and good government groups across the state are pressing Republicans to adopt a non-partisan method of redistricting.
Sep 4th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Legislative Musical Chairs
A new Republican leader and many other changes coming this fall.
Aug 19th, 2013 by Steven Walters
