Erpenbach Will Not Seek Re-election

MADISON, WI – In announcing his decision to not seek re-election to the State Senate in 2022, Senator Jon Erpenbach (D-West Point) released the following statement:

“Today I announce I will not seek re-election to the State Senate. Representing the 27th Senate District has truly been an honor and I have been humbled by those who have placed their trust in me to represent their values in the legislature for over 20 years.”

“I would like to thank my family, friends and staff that have supported me throughout my 24 years in state service. I would also like to thank all of the dedicated public employees from each and every state agency that work hard day in and day out to help legislators like me and the constituents we represent. I will miss spending time with all of the wonderful people across the state of Wisconsin that I have met along the way. I will also miss my Capitol parking space!”

Jon Erpenbach is finishing his sixth term in the State Senate after being elected in 1998. He served as the Senate Democratic Leader from 2002-2004 and has served on the Joint Finance Committee since 2015.

NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.