Rep. Ortiz-Velez Statement on 2025-26 Wisconsin State Legislative Session and Committee Selection

[Madison, WI] – On Monday, January 6th, new and returning state legislators came together and were inaugurated for the 107th Wisconsin State Legislative Session. State Representative Sylvia Ortiz-Velez of Assembly District 8 (D-Milwaukee) released the following statement post inauguration:

Today, I was sworn in to have the opportunity to serve my community! Being born and raised in the Milwaukee Southside, I’m humbled to be able to serve for my third term as your Assembly District 8 State Representative.

I promise to always put the people first and to fight for the most vulnerable in our communities. Thank you to Assembly District 8, Walkers Point, Barron Park, Polonia, Lincoln Village, Clarke Square, Walkers Square and Muskego Way! Advocating for the needs of our district has and will continue be my priority as your elected voice in Madison.

In addition, committee selections for this legislative session were also announced. I was selected as Ranking Member for the Consumer Protections and Judiciary Committee and will also serve as a Housing and Real Estate Committee member. Having previously served last session on these committees, I am looking forward to working with my colleagues this session to help serve our communities best. Expanding affordable housing opportunities, increasing public safety and tackling consumer concerns are all areas we look towards improving in helping move Wisconsin forward.”

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.