19th Senate District Update: May 23, 2025

Hello! This week, the Senate Committee on Agriculture and Revenue held a public hearing for a number of bills related to broadband expansion, data centers, and more. A lot of these proposals will help our rural communities become more connected and unlock more opportunities!

I also helped organize a Wisconsin Hospitals Association workforce briefing that creates recommendations for health care employers, educators, and public policymakers on how they can best support a health care workforce that meets the needs of patients in Wisconsin.

I met with UW Regent Amy Bogost, the chair of the Board of Regents, to discuss budget priorities for UW System this session. I also met with the Department of Children and Families Secretary Pertl as part of the confirmation process and to discuss the agencies priorities for this session. I met with our new Senate Sergeant-at-Arms as an introduction but to also discuss capitol security and senate procedure. I also met with the Wisconsin EMS Association and St. Coletta of Wisconsin to discuss their budget and legislative priorities this session.

In district, I was able to tour the Wautoma protein powder plant. It was great to learn more about how these folks in Wautoma use Wisconsin whey to make this protein powder. I also met with Sheriff Wilz and Representative Petersen in Waupaca to discuss the department’s priorities and some of the challenges they’ve been facing.

Community Events

Here is a list of some events happening around our area in the next few weeks. If you have an event you would like included in future e-updates, email us here!

Friday, May 23rd: Green Bay Charity Softball Game
Saturday, May 24th: Wautoma Open Air Market
Saturday, May 24th: Coloma Craft & Flea Market
Saturday, May 24th: Summer Kickoff – 2 Year Anniversary Celebration
Sunday, May 25th: Fuel the Pantry Cars and Coffee Food Drive
Monday, May 26th: Appleton Memorial Day Parade & Moment of Remebrance
Monday, May 26th: Memorial Day Parade
Monday, May 26th: Memorial Day Veteran Brat Fry
Monday, May 26th: Memorial Day Parade and Service
Monday, May 26th: Memorial Day Parade
Monday, May 26th: Memorial Day Pork Roast
Monday, May 26th: Memorial Day Ceremony at Central Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery
Monday, May 26th: Memorial Day Service at VFW Post 1037
Monday, May 26th: Open House at the Commandant’s House
Thursday, May 29th: Propel-Oshkosh Young Professionals

Below are some great resources to learn more about our community and fun events!

Fox Cities Events Calendar
Future Neenah Events Calendar
Oshkosh Chamber of Commerce
New London Chamber of Commerce
Waushara Area Chamber of Commerce
Wisconsin Sensory-Friendly Children Museums
Visit Waupaca County
Travel Wisconsin

Traveling to the Capitol

My office is available five days a week for anyone looking to travel down to the Capitol!

If you are interested in a guided tour provided by my staff, or me, please email Sen.Cabral-Guevara@legis.wisconsin.gov. Emailing my office as early as possible will help ensure that I can allot time in my calendar to get to know you, your family and friends, and show you around the building!

Committees

This session, I serve as the chair of the Senate Committee on Health. My number one priority has always been to increase affordability and accessibility in health care for the state of Wisconsin.

Health (Chair)
Universities and Technical Colleges (Vice Chair)
Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Children and Families
Agriculture and Revenue
Joint Legislative Council

Contacting My Office

My capitol office is here to help you with general inquiries as well as questions and concerns regarding legislative matters. Feel free to contact me or my staff. We are always ready to assist you in your needs. Please visit my website for press releases and other capitol updates.