Sen. Ratcliff: Begins work in State Senate

(MADISON) – Wisconsin Senate District 16, created by the State’s new, fair maps, has a new State Senator: Melissa Ratcliff was sworn into office on January 6, 2025. She is one of six new Democratic Senators elected to the State’s

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Rep. Brill: Sworn-in to state Assembly

Contact: Rep. Lindee Brill, (608) 237-9127 Madison – Today, State Representative Lindee Brill was sworn-in for her first term representing the people of Wisconsin’s 27th Assembly district. Rep. Brill (R-Sheboygan Falls) took her first oath of office during an inauguration ceremony

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Rep. Maxey: Sworn in for second term

Madison, WI—RepresentativeDave Maxey (R-New Berlin) was sworn in today at the State Capitol as the State Representative for the 83rd Assembly District for his second term. “I am truly blessed to have the opportunity to return as your state representative

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Rep. Emerson: Sworn in for fourth term

MADISON – Today, Representative Jodi Emerson (D-Eau Claire) joined her colleagues in the Wisconsin State Legislature by taking the oath of office for her fourth term.  Rep. Emerson will serve on the following committees during the 2025-2026 legislative session:  Colleges

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Rep. Vining: Announces committee appointments

MADISON–Rep. Robyn Vining (D-Wauwatosa) will officially be sworn in for a fourth term in the Wisconsin State Assembly later today representing the 13th Assembly District, a redrawn district that now includes Elm Grove, and parts of Wauwatosa and Brookfield. In

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Dept. of Administration: New appointments for deputy secretary and division of enterprise operations administrator

Madison, Wis. – Today, Department of Administration Secretary Kathy Blumenfeld announced the appointment of Anne Hanson as DOA Deputy Secretary effective January 13. Paul Hammer has served as DOA Deputy Administrator since 2023 and is taking a position with the Wisconsin Technical College System.   Anne Hanson has served&nb… Please log in to access

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Sen. Ratcliff: Begins work in State Senate

(MADISON) – Wisconsin Senate District 16, created by the State’s new, fair maps, has a new State Senator: Melissa Ratcliff was sworn into office on January 6, 2025. She is one of six new Democratic Senators elected to the State’s upper chamber in November. “We have work to do in

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Rep. Rodriguez: Sworn into seventh term in the Wisconsin Assembly

MADISON – State Representative Jessie Rodriguez (R-Oak Creek) was sworn into her seventh term in the Wisconsin Assembly on Monday afternoon. The Inauguration Day Ceremony begins the 107th Session in the Wisconsin State Legislature. “I am so honored that my neighbors have elected me to return to Madison and continue representing the

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Rep. Brill: Sworn-in to state Assembly

Contact: Rep. Lindee Brill, (608) 237-9127 Madison – Today, State Representative Lindee Brill was sworn-in for her first term representing the people of Wisconsin’s 27th Assembly district. Rep. Brill (R-Sheboygan Falls) took her first oath of office during an inauguration ceremony held in the Assembly chamber Monday afternoon. Rep. Brill was

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Sen. James: Starts the 2025-2026 legislative session with renewed dedication

Madison, WI – Following today’s Inauguration ceremony, Senator Jesse James (R-Thorp) is eager to dive into the 2025-2026 legislative session, bringing energy and focus to tackling Wisconsin’s most pressing issues. “This session presents an incredible opportunity to make meaningful progress for our communities,” said Senator James. “I’m committed to working with my colleagues

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Sen. Testin: Inauguration ceremony kicks off legislative session

MADISON, Wis. – Activity ramped up at the state Capitol on Monday as members of the 107th session of the Wisconsin State Legislature were sworn into office. Sen. Patrick Testin (R-Stevens Point) is beginning his third term representing the 24th Senate District in Central Wisconsin. He is anticipating a productive session where

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Rep. Maxey: Sworn in for second term

Madison, WI—RepresentativeDave Maxey (R-New Berlin) was sworn in today at the State Capitol as the State Representative for the 83rd Assembly District for his second term. “I am truly blessed to have the opportunity to return as your state representative for another term,” Representative Maxey said. “My commitment to supporting

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Rep. Neubauer: Sworn in for the 2025-2026 legislative session

MADISON, Wis. – Today, Assembly Democratic Leader Greta Neubauer (D-Racine) was sworn in for her fourth full term in the Wisconsin State Assembly, representing the 66th District. Representative Neubauer released the following statement:  “I am deeply honored to return to the State Capitol to represent the people of Racine, Mt.

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Rep. Emerson: Sworn in for fourth term

MADISON – Today, Representative Jodi Emerson (D-Eau Claire) joined her colleagues in the Wisconsin State Legislature by taking the oath of office for her fourth term.  Rep. Emerson will serve on the following committees during the 2025-2026 legislative session:  Colleges and Universities (ranking), Criminal Justice and Public Safety (ranking), and

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Rep. Pronschinske: Sworn into 107th Wisconsin state Legislature

Contact: Rep. Treig E. Pronschinske, (608) 237-9129 Madison, WI – Rep. Treig E. Pronschinske released the following statement succeeding the swearing in of himself and 98 other Assembly members as the 107th Wisconsin State Legislature: “Today, I was thankful to be sworn in to be a part of the 107th Wisconsin State Legislature.

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Rep. Subeck: Sworn into state Assembly for sixth term

MADISON – Today, Representative Lisa Subeck (D-Madison) was sworn in for a sixth term in the Wisconsin State Assembly. “I am honored that the people of the 79th district have chosen me to represent them for another term in the Assembly,” said Rep. Subeck, “I look forward to collaborating with my

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WisGOP: Chairman Brian Schimming’s statement on a historic day for Wisconsin

MADISON, Wis. – If you are covering the certification of the 2024 Presidential Election or the inauguration ceremony for the state legislature, please consider the following statement: “In November, Wisconsin voters stood strong, rejecting Democrat policies and electing Republicans up and down the ballot. Today, we proudly celebrate Wisconsin officially casting

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Dept. of Safety and Professional Services: Announces promotions

Madison, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) has promoted of two current managers as the agency moves into 2025. DSPS Secretary Dan Hereth announced the promotion of Jennifer Garrett to Deputy Secretary. Garrett has been at DSPS since 2019, serving as Communications Director before moving to Assistant

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WisDems: REMEMBER: Ron Johnson played direct role in fake elector plot

MADISON, Wis. — On the anniversary of the January 6, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol, a reminder that Wisconsin’s own Ron Johnson played a direct role in the fake elector scheme at the heart of Trump’s plot to overturn the 2020 election. Despite Johnson’s claims to have known nothing about the plot, security camera

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Rep. Vining: Announces committee appointments

MADISON–Rep. Robyn Vining (D-Wauwatosa) will officially be sworn in for a fourth term in the Wisconsin State Assembly later today representing the 13th Assembly District, a redrawn district that now includes Elm Grove, and parts of Wauwatosa and Brookfield. In addition to the honor of serving her community on the

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U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Legislation to place Women’s Suffrage National Monument on National Mall signed into law

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) celebrated President Biden signing her bipartisan Women’s Suffrage National Monument Location Act into law on Saturday. Senator Baldwin fought for years to commemorate the women’s suffrage movement and the passage of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution by building the first ever monument dedicated to women… Please

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Kinser campaign: DPI superintendent candidate submits over 3,500 nomination signatures from across Wisconsin

Contact: Amy LoudenbeckEmail: media@kinserforwikids.com Former Special Education Teacher, Award-Winning Public School Principal, and Student Literacy Advocate Will Restore High Academic Standards, Prepare Students to Succeed, and Put Kids First ~Only Candidate Running to Restore High Standards For Wisconsin Students~ Madison, WI – Today, former special education teacher, award-winning public schoo… Please

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Dept. of Administration: New appointments for deputy secretary and division of enterprise operations administrator

Madison, Wis. – Today, Department of Administration Secretary Kathy Blumenfeld announced the appointment of Anne Hanson as DOA Deputy Secretary effective January 13. Paul Hammer has served as DOA Deputy Administrator since 2023 and is taking a position with the Wisconsin Technical College System.   Anne Hanson has served&nb… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here

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U.S. Rep. Pocan: Statement on fourth anniversary of January 6th insurrection

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) released the following statement on the fourth anniversary of the January 6th attack on the Capitol and the certification of the Electoral College for the 2024 Presidential election. “It’s been four years since the chants of ‘Hang Mike Pence’ echoed through the Capitol, but

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