MADISON – Today, first responders from across Wisconsin were honored in the State Capitol with a First Responder of the Year Award. This award is given to first responders for their bravery, sacrifice, and service to the people of their communities. Representative Maureen McCarville presented DeForest Police Officer Jared Coffren

Madison – A bill that would equalize the penalty for impersonating police officers, fire fighters, and other emergency personnel passed the state Assembly Tuesday. It raises the current penalty from a Class A misdemeanor to a Class I felony, the same penalty as impersonating a utility employee or other public

MADISON, Wis – Today, Assembly Republicans unanimously voted down an amendment that would have urged the Trump Administration to release documents, files, and court records relating to the crimes of child sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein. These investigative files are commonly referred to as “the Epstein Files.” Representative Anderson offered the

MADISON – State Representative Dean Kaufert (R-Neenah) proudly announced that Neenah PoliceDepartment Officer Joseph Benoit has been selected as the 2025 “First Responder of the Year” for the 53rdAssembly District. Although Officer Benoit was unable to attend the Assembly floor session today, hiscontributions were honored alongside other recipients from across

The Wisconsin State Assembly met for debate today and to honor first responders from all across the state for their service and sacrifice to their communities. Rep. Ben DeSmidt honored Lieutenant Matthew Stahl of the Kenosha Fire Department. Representative Ben DeSmidt (D—Kenosha) shared the following statement: “It was a really

MADISON, Wis – On Tuesday, October 14th, Representative Joe Sheehan (D-Sheboygan) honored Sheboygan Police Department’s Sergeant Shannon McKay with the First Responder of the Year Award for Assembly District 26. Rep Sheehan released the following statement: “I am proud to present Sergeant McKay with this award. He has 24 years of service

Rep. Rodriguez Awards Milwaukee Police Officer Ryan Sharp MADISON – State Representative Jessie Rodriguez (R-Oak Creek) honored Milwaukee Police Officer Ryan Sharp of Milwaukee as the 21st Assembly District’s First Responder of the Year and released a statement following the award ceremony on the Assembly Floor. “I received numerous nominations for the

Madison, WI – Representative Alex Dallman (R-Markesan) and Senator John Jagler (R-Watertown) released the following statements regarding the passage of the Greg Quinn and Larry Millard Memorial Bridge bill (AB 429/SB 422). Both the Assembly and Senate passed the bill on a voice vote. “I am very proud to see the

Madison, WI – Representative Chanz Green (R-Grand View) released the following statement after the Assembly passed his bill, Assembly Bill 239, which prohibits harassing, threatening, or physically harming search and rescue K9s: “Search and Rescue K9s are highly trained working animals who deserve legal protection from harm, intimidation, and abuse. These dogs

MADISON, WI – The State Assembly held a special ceremony today to honor Wisconsin’s first responders, the law enforcement officers, firefighters, and emergency medical services personnel who keep their communities safe. Each representative was allowed to invite one first responder from their Assembly district to attend the ceremony, and State

Madison, WI – Rep. Treig E. Pronschinske released the following statement succeeding the honoring of Josh Matchey and all first responders during the 107th Regular Session: “Each year, the Wisconsin State Legislature recognizes the bravery and service of emergency personnel through “First Responder of the Year” Day. This year, Deputy Josh Matchey

MADISON, WI — Today is marked as First Responder Appreciation Day. Patty Pesik was selected by State Representative Tara Johnson as the 2025 First Responder of the Year for the 96th Assembly District. In a special ceremony session, Patty Pesik and other first responders across Wisconsin were recognized for their sacrifices and dedication

Madison, WI – Representative Bob Donovan (R-Greenfield) issued the following statement after the Wisconsin Assembly honored First Responder of the Year recipients from across the state. The Assembly also passed public safety legislation authored by Rep. Donovan—Assembly Bills 77 and 278—prioritizing community safety. Rep. Donovan said: “I am honored to have

MADISON, Wis. — The Republican majority in the Wisconsin state senate, which has not met in a floor session for over three months, finally returned today. However, Republicans once again failed to get the job done, rejecting consideration or action on any legislation tackling top issues like rising costs, the closing

MADISON – Representative Ron Tusler (R–Harrison) has announced that Deputy DylanOlson of the Calumet County Sheriff’s Office has been named the Third Assembly District’s2025 First Responder of the Year. Deputy Olson is being recognized for his consistentleadership and proactive service, in particular, his swift, life-saving actions during a June 2025incident

Legislators call on Governor to Sign the Bills Madison, WI – Today, the Wisconsin State Legislature acted on two Emergency Medical Services (EMS) related bills authored by Senator Howard Marklein (R-Spring Green) and Representative Tony Kurtz (R-Wonewoc). Both bills will now head to Governor Evers for final action. “Senate Bills

Madison – Today, in the State Capitol, the Wisconsin State Assembly honored first responders fromacross the State of Wisconsin for their service and sacrifice. Representative Lindee Brill (R-SheboyganFalls) honored Officer Cory Wilkens of the Kiel Police Department as the First Responder of the Year forthe 27th Assembly District. Representative Brill

Madison – In a significant series of legislative actions, the Wisconsin State Legislature has advanced a wide range of public safety, emergency services, criminal justice and transportation reforms aimed at improving community protections, supporting law enforcement and emergency responders, and enhancing legal processes statewide. In response, State Representative Adam Neylon

Madison, WI – State Senator Dan Feyen (R-Fond du Lac) released the following statement after Wisconsin State Senate passed Senate Bill 374: “Most of what gets done here in the capitol is common-sense, bipartisan fixes to state statute. SB 374 is exactly that. “In 2023, Major League Baseball entered into their first-ever

MADISON – Representative Karen Hurd (R-Withee) honored Clark County first responder Roger Nitschke as the 69th Assembly District’s First Responder of the Year. He was recognized along with first responders from across Wisconsin during the Assembly floor session today. “I received a number of excellent nominations from throughout the 69th District for this