19th Senate District Update: February 6, 2026

Happy Friday!

This was another crazy busy and productive week in the Legislature, filled with a full schedule of discussions on legislation, a Senate Health Committee hearing, and numerous meetings both in Madison and beyond.

We began the week in the Capitol by hosting several advocacy groups for thoughtful and productive conversations about ongoing legislation and future initiatives. Among the organizations represented were UW-Madison, Trout Unlimited, the Alzheimer’s Association, Auto Innovators, and WisconsinEye. I also participated in the Senate Agriculture and Revenue Executive Session, where the committee heard testimony on the bill regarding age restrictions for hemp products, which Wisconsin does not currently have. Later that day, I had the opportunity to sit down with ABC 27 News to discuss my autonomous driving legislation and the potential benefits it could bring to Wisconsin.

On Wednesday, the Assembly Health Committee held a public hearing on several important bills moving through the process. One of those was my proposal, Senate Bill 898, which would add two pharmacy technicians to the Pharmacy Examining Board. This meaningful change would bring valuable frontline practical expertise to the board, promote more inclusive and informed decision-making, and better reflect the collaborative reality of modern pharmacy teams—where technicians now perform a substantial share of the technical work that allows pharmacists to focus on clinical responsibilities and direct patient care. That same day, we joined the annual American Heart Association Heart Month event, which highlighted the importance of healthy heart habits and the life-saving value of CPR training and ready access to AEDs.

Thursday brought a public hearing in the Senate Health Committee, where we considered my bill that would clarify who has the authority to provide proof of an excused absence in schools to health care providers with advanced training. The legislation recognizes that while registered nurses are highly skilled professionals who provide excellent patient care, they are generally not authorized to independently diagnose medical conditions without oversight from a higher-credentialed provider. Aligning documentation authority with diagnostic authority helps ensure consistency, clarity, and appropriate oversight in these situations.

Wishing you all a wonderful week ahead!

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, February 6th: RESCHEDULED- (Previously) Winter Solstice Ski/Snowshoe and Hike
Friday, February 6th-8th: Iola Winter Carnival
Saturday, February 7th: 2026 Otter Street Fisheree
Saturday, February 7th: EAA Winter Flight Fest 2026
Saturday, February 7th: Souper Bowl Contest
Saturday, February 7th-8th: Winterfest
Tuesday, February 10th: New London Public Library – Love Rocks Party

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.