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Legislative Highlights
I’m excited to provide a closer look at the legislation we advanced, the priorities we focused on, and the impact these developments have on our communities. This week, I will be highlighting three important bills — SB 264, SB 23, and AB 749 — all of which, except one, have passed both the Assembly and Senate and are now on the Governor’s desk.
Gail’s Law (SB 264)
Last week, the Assembly unanimously passed SB 264, Gail’s Law, and it now heads to the Governor’s Desk to be signed into law. When I first entered the Assembly, Gail’s Law was one of the first bills I had the privilege to work on. Seeing it pass is incredibly meaningful. This legislation expands access to critical breast cancer screenings for women at high risk, joining more than 30 other states that have taken action to improve early detection.
Breast cancer has touched far too many families.
It has brought fear, emotional strain ,and financial strain into too many homes. Gail’s Law is about changing that story.
By removing financial barriers to life-saving supplemental screenings, SB 264 makes a smart investment in early detection, giving women better chances, better outcomes, and greater peace of mind.
I am grateful to the senate bill author, Senator Rachael Cabral-Guevara, for introducing me to this legislation, and to Representative Bob Donovan and Representative Dean Kaufert for all their hard work on this bill to get it across the finish line. I also want to thank the assembly authors, Representative Amanda Nedweski and Representative Cindi Duchow, for their partnership and hard work in helping move this bill forward.
Most importantly, thank you to the Zeamer family for bravely sharing Gail’s story and transforming personal loss into meaningful, lasting change for women across Wisconsin.
(Shown in the featured photo above are Nancy Cappello (left), Gail Zeamer (middle), and Anne Zellner (right), whose memory continues to inspire us, and we stand with those still fighting today.)
Postpartum Support (SB 23)
Last week represented a positive step forward for Wisconsin families. The Assembly proudly passed Senate Bill 23, extending Medical Assistance coverage for postpartum women from 60 days to a full year. This important legislation strengthens support for mothers during a critical time and helps build a healthier, safer future for moms and babies.
I’m incredibly proud to have co-sponsored Senate Bill 23.
A huge thank you to Representative Jessie Rodriguez, Representative Clint Moses, and Representative Todd Novak for helping move this bill forward. And finally, my sincere gratitude to the bill authors, Representative Patrick Snyder and State Senator Jesse James, for their persistence, leadership, and unwavering dedication to women, not only in their districts, but across the great State of Wisconsin.
Donor Education (AB 749)
Flashback Friday to August, when I had the opportunity to donate blood at the Omro Community Blood Drive, hosted by Dauntless Soul Brew Company in partnership with The Community Blood Center. Experiences like this are a powerful reminder of how one simple act can make a life-saving difference, and why education and awareness matter.
Wisconsin faces a growing need for blood and organ donors. Every 8 minutes, someone is added to the national transplant waiting list, and 13 people die each day waiting for a match. Yet only 3% of eligible residents donate blood, and 2,000 people have removed themselves from the Wisconsin Donor Registry since July.
That’s why I’m proud to co-author AB 749/SB 731 with Representative Ben Franklin. I’m grateful for Rep. Franklin’s leadership and hard work in moving this important, life-saving legislation forward.
This bill ensures all Wisconsin high school students (grades 9–12) receive factual, balanced education on blood and organ donation, not to require participation, but to empower informed decisions.
The bill has passed the Assembly and is now awaiting scheduling in the Senate.
By educating the next generation, we can save lives and give more patients a second chance.
Teen Pact 2026
This week, I had the opportunity to speak with students participating in TeenPact. It was a pleasure answering their questions about how state government works.
Through hands-on, practical instruction, TeenPact students learn to embrace their calling as the next generation of leaders, find encouragement among like-minded peers, and develop the skills needed to engage with the culture — all while remaining grounded in strong Christian values.
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