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October 3, 2025
Wisconsin political news for clients and colleagues.
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In this edition of Tidbits, we bring you a roundup of major developments at the Capitol: Speaker Vos has announced the full membership of the 2025 legislative task forces; Judge Maria Lazar has launched a campaign for the Wisconsin Supreme Court; the field of candidates in the 2026 governor’s race continues to grow; and the Department of Health Services projects a Medicaid budget shortfall.
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Speaker Vos Announces 2025 Task Force Membership | | |
Assembly Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) has announced the chairs, vice chairs, and members of the four 2025 Speaker’s Task Forces. Each task force has a Republican chair and a Democratic vice chair and will begin work this fall by consulting experts and stakeholders before recommending legislation in the spring.
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| | Judge Maria Lazar Enters Wisconsin Supreme Court Race | | |
Appeals Court Judge Maria Lazar has announced her candidacy for the Wisconsin Supreme Court seat being vacated by Justice Rebecca Bradley in 2026. Lazar, a former Waukesha County judge and assistant attorney general, emphasized her record as an independent and impartial jurist while criticizing the influence of partisan politics on the courts
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| | Update: Wisconsin’s 2026 Gubernatorial Race | | |
The Wisconsin governor’s race is gaining momentum, with fresh exits, new entrants, and shifting power dynamics shaping what could be a high-stakes contest in a pivotal battleground state.
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| | DHS Projects Medicaid Shortfall | |
The Department of Health Services projects Wisconsin’s Medicaid program will exceed its 2025–27 budget by $144.1 million in GPR, about 1.5% over the nearly $9.7 billion allocated. DHS Secretary Kirsten Johnson told lawmakers that $100 million of the gap stems from the budget providing less than what the agency estimated was needed to maintain services.
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Southwest Dane County could play key role in state Senate control
Capital Times, October 3, 2025
Wisconsin bill redefines hemp, tightens THC limits to crack down on intoxicating products on store shelves
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, October 3, 2025
DLGA pledges $2 million to back Rodriguez’ governor campaign
WisPolitics, October 2, 2025
Assembly Dems get new committee appointments after Ortiz-Velez leaves caucus
WisPolitics, September 30, 2025
Where ‘Monday processing’ and other elections measures stand in Wisconsin this legislative session
Wisconsin Examiner, September 30, 2025
Wheel taxes, voucher school eligibility and skateboard laws among notable September bills
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, September 30, 2025
Hughes bills herself as a Dem who ‘understands the economy’ as she launches guv bid
WisPolitics, September 29, 2025
Republican Bill Berrien ends campaign for Wisconsin governor
Wisconsin Public Radio, September 26, 2025
Taxes, schools and crime. Takeaways from GOP governor candidate Tom Tiffany's campaign launch event
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, September 25, 2025
Wisconsin Republicans and Democrats are backing election bills. Just not the same ones.
Wisconsin Public Radio, September 25, 2025
Wisconsin's gerrymandering past provides a glimpse into what our federal elections face
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, September 25, 2025
A former Wisconsin Democratic lawmaker known for antics, investigations joins governor's race
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, September 24, 2025
Here are the Republicans who could run for Tom Tiffany's northern Wisconsin congressional seat
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, September 24, 2025
Wisconsin U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany enters Republican primary for governor
Wisconsin Examiner, September 23, 2025
Legislation would give state aid to business generating aviation fuel from wood
Wisconsin Examiner, September 23, 2025
Jessica Seawright, social worker and disability rights advocate, launches campaign for AD 21
Wisconsin Examiner, September 23, 2025
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Nuclear power could return to Kewaunee County. Some locals have reservations.
Wisconsin Watch, October 3, 2025
Operations at Wisconsin’s only nuclear plant extended through 2050
Wisconsin State Journal, October 1, 2025
Wisconsin utility regulators approve 2 new clean energy projects
Wisconsin Public Radio, September 30, 2025
Renewable energy could quickly respond to data center power demands, expert says
WisBusiness, September 29, 2025
A new nuclear power plant may be built on the closed Kewaunee site. Here's what to know
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, September 23, 2025
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Wisconsin moves to bring PFAS limits in line with contested federal standards
Wisconsin Public Radio, October 2, 2025
Rhinelander paper mill is responsible for extreme Town of Stella PFAS contamination, DNR says
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, October 2, 2025
Data centers spark heated debate
InBusiness, October 1, 2025
Report finds increased nitrates as fertilizer application poses costs to public health and farmers
Wisconsin Examiner, September 29, 2025
Wisconsin oil refinery faces dozens of alleged violations of state pollution control laws
Wisconsin Public Radio, September 29, 2025
Wisconsin’s fight over administrative rules sounds wonky, but it affects important issues like water quality and public health
Wisconsin Watch, September 25, 2025
Current policies and programs in Wisconsin fail to curb nitrate pollution, report says
Wisconsin Public Radio, September 25, 2025
Mining company says drilling confirms ‘significant’ copper, gold in northern Wisconsin
Wisconsin Public Radio, September 23, 2025
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