MADISON – Monday. Representative Shelia Stubbs (D-77) was assigned to serve on the following committees:

• Assembly Committee on Tourism- Ranking Member
• Assembly Committee on Colleges and Universities
• Assembly Committee on Corrections
• Assembly Committee on Criminal Justice & Public Safety

Following this announcement, Representative Stubbs issued the following statement:

“I am proud to announce I will be serving the people of Wisconsin on these committees, and that I will continue to work with my colleagues to create real, meaningful, change. We have a difficult session ahead, but it is vital that our leaders continue to come to the table, and find solutions.

“Across all four of these committees, I will continue to bring a voice for equity, and for change. I am ready to get to work, and make Wisconsin a better place for everyone.”

Rep. Stubbs represents the 77 Assembly District, which includes the south and western parts of Madison, the Village of Shorewood Hills, and the University of Wisconsin-Madison

Jaeger joins field with two Republicans competing for seat vacated by John Nygren resignation.

Madison Representative calls on colleagues to commit themselves to action.

MADISON - Today, Assembly Democrats announced comprehensive legislation to address the COVID-19 pandemic throughout Wisconsin.

Rep. Shelia Stubbs (D-77) issued the following statement:

“Wisconsin deserves action. In the face of the greatest public health crisis of our lifetime, our leaders need to stand up for our communities. As your representative, I am proud to support this comprehensive legislation to continue combating COVID-19.

“Today, I call on my colleagues to commit themselves to action, to commit to the public health of our community, and to commit to making Wisconsin a safe place to work and live. The cost of inaction is too great, and these measures will protect the lives of our neighbors.”

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Rep. Stubbs represents the 77th Assembly District, which includes the south and western parts of Madison, the Village of Shorewood Hills, and the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Rep. Hintz represents the 54th Assembly District which encompasses the City of Oshkosh.

MADISON – Today, Representative Gordon Hintz (D-Oshkosh) was sworn in for the 2021-22 session of the Wisconsin State Assembly. Rep. Hintz has been serving the 54^th Assembly District since 2007 and was re-elected as Assembly Democratic Leader for the 2021-22 legislative session.

“I am honored to have been re-elected by the residents of the 54th Assembly District. I take the responsibility of representing our community very seriously and am eager to get to work.”

“Our state will face a number of challenges in the upcoming session, including a public health crisis, redistricting, and economic recovery. This legislative session is an opportunity to work together to address the challenges facing our state and improve opportunities for our constituents.”

Rep. Hintz represents the 54th Assembly District which encompasses the City of Oshkosh. Rep. Hintz served on the Joint Finance Committee prior to being elected to Assembly Democratic Leader in 2017.

Fred Risser, 93, is the longest serving state or national legislator in the country’s history, leaves office January 4.

Senator Agard Sworn-In, will be the next State Senator from the 16th Senate District beginning January 4th

MADISON - Senator Melissa Agard (D-Madison) was sworn in as the new State Senator for the 16th Senate District and officially has begun her legislative term. In a socially distant ceremony, Senator Agard was sworn in by Supreme Court Justice Jill Karofksy and signed her name as the 32nd female state senator in Wisconsin history.

Senator Agard released this statement on her inauguration:

“It is my honor to be sworn in as the new state senator for the 16th Senate District. As a Madison native, I am thrilled to represent the community that I love, the city that I grew up in, and the greater community in which I am raising my family. As the voice within state government for nearly eight years, I take it as my solemn duty to serve my constituents. I am looking forward to continuing our work in the 2021-2022 session.

I am eager to begin my fifth term in state government in a new chamber. I am grateful for the lessons I learned during my time in the Assembly, as well as the relationships I have made with my Assembly colleagues. I look forward to continuing to advocate for the shared values of my district, as well as collaborating with newly elected and veteran legislators, in both the Senate and the Assembly, to work together to make Wisconsin a better place for everyone.

It’s clear that, even during times like this, Wisconsinites from across my district and across the state want to know that Wisconsin is a safe place for everyone to reach for their dreams; where we can invest in a better tomorrow; where future generations want to live, work, and raise a family; where we lift each other up and move forward; and where we plant seeds for tomorrow.

I am ready to roll up my sleeves and get to work for my district and the state of Wisconsin. Let's get to work!”

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Melissa served on the Dane County Board and the Wisconsin State Assembly prior to being elected to represent the 16th Senate District. Concern for the greater community and a vision for a better Wisconsin brought her to public service and community activism. She is a proud mother of 4 boys, and lives on Madison’s northside.

MADISON —​ Gov. Tony Evers signed Executive Order #100 calling a special election for the 13th Senate District, as State Senator Scott Fitzgerald was elected to the United States House of Representatives and intends to resign from the Legislature on Jan. 1, 2021. 

Gov. Evers ordered the special election to be held on April 6, 2021, coinciding with the statewide 2021 spring election. If a primary is necessary, it will be held on Feb. 16, 2021.  

Circulation of nomination papers for candidates may begin today, Dec. 22, 2020, and must be filed by 5 p.m. on Jan. 8, 2021. 

Executive Order #100 is available here.

MADISON – Assembly Democratic Leader Gordon Hintz (D-Oshkosh) released the following statement on the passing of Justice Abrahamson:

“Wisconsin mourns the passing of Justice Shirley Abrahamson. Throughout her career Justice Abrahamson broke down barrier after barrier, leaving behind a legacy of progress. For all of her brilliance as a jurist, I was always struck by her accessibility as a person, and her advocacy on the importance of our judicial system.

“During her time as Chief Justice, our state was looked to as an example of good government and transparency. We can look to Justice Abrahamson’s example when working to restore the principles and dignity of the judiciary. Her legacy will not be forgotten.”

Vote to replace resigned State Representative John Nygren to be held on April 6, 2021.

MADISON —​ Gov. Tony Evers today signed Executive Order #99 calling a special election for the 89th Assembly District.

The 89th Assembly District seat is currently vacant due to the resignation of State Representative John Nygren from the Legislature. 

Gov. Evers ordered the special election to be held on April 6, 2021, coinciding with the statewide 2021 spring election. If a primary is necessary, it will be held on Feb. 16, 2021.  

Circulation of nomination papers for candidates may begin today, Dec. 18, 2020, and must be filed by 5 p.m. on Jan. 8, 2021. 

Executive Order #99 is available here.

Senator Elect proud and happy that Wisconsin has unanimously cast its electoral votes for Joe Biden and Kamala Harris.

MADISON - On Monday, Wisconsin unanimously cast its 10 Electoral College votes for President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris. Senator-elect Melissa Agard (D-Madison) released the following statement:

“I am proud that the state of Wisconsin has cast its electoral votes for Joe Biden and Kamala Harris. These 10 Electoral College votes represent the votes of millions of Wisconsinites who cast their ballot for a return to kindness and normalcy. Under the leadership of President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris, the United States will prioritize the issues that matter to the everyday lives of Americans like access to health care, addressing racial disparities, and helping workers recover from the devastation brought on by the coronavirus pandemic. I am proud of Wisconsin for helping elect our next President and Vice President. Furthermore, it should not go unnoticed that Wisconsin just cast its votes for the first ever female Vice President of the United States in our country’s 243 year history.”

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Melissa served on the Dane County Board and the Wisconsin State Assembly prior to being elected to represent the 16th Senate District. Concern for the greater community and a vision for a better Wisconsin brought her to public service and community activism. She is a proud mother of 4 boys, and lives on Madison’s northside.