“Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Act” Signed into Law
Wisconsin’s “Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Act” is now law. The bipartisan Act, authored by myself and Senator Van Wanggaard, creates a process for various candidates at the state and federal levels to withdraw their candidacy if they have suspended their campaign.
Wisconsin has now joined the vast majority of other states that have a pathway for candidates to remove their names from the ballot. This important Act recognizes real-world circumstances that can impact a candidate’s campaign and ultimately will reduce unnecessary voter confusion. This is a win for Wisconsin voters.
The law establishes a clear set of requirements for candidates to meet if they no longer want their name to appear on the ballot. A candidate is required to submit a sworn and verified statement to the Wisconsin Elections Commission attesting that they are withdrawing their candidacy. They must also adhere to a strict deadline when filing this statement and must pay a processing fee for this service.
The enacted legislation is now 2025 Act 43. This common-sense law is an important step in moving Wisconsin forward.
Investing in Technical Education
The 2025-2027 budget increased general aid to the Technical College System to $112.3 million in 2025-26 and $115.1 million in 2026-27, up from $109.6 million in 2024-25. These ongoing and increasing investments highlight the critical role tech colleges play in Wisconsin’s workforce. They are designed to maintain the system’s vital role in adaptively and amenably responding to workforce challenges in communities across the state.
Notably, much of the aid is designed to support districts with lower property wealth per student, ensuring all communities can provide strong technical education opportunities regardless of local tax base. The remainder of the funding is tied to performance outcomes such as job placements, high-demand credentials, and dual enrollment participation. These standards ensure money goes where it is most effective.
Wisconsin’s Technical College System is one of the best in the nation, and our biennial budget recognizes this and works to preserve our unique advantage.
2025 State Capitol Christmas Ornament
The 2025 Wisconsin State Capitol Christmas Ornament has been unveiled and is available for purchase. The Wisconsin Historical Society announced that the theme will be celebrating the 250th anniversary of our nation’s independence.
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