Wisconsin
Wisconsin is one of 11 states in CSG’s Midwestern Legislative Conference. Our snapshot of Wisconsin includes information on the state’s three branches of government: key leaders in the executive branch, a partisan breakdown of the legislature, term limits, an overview of the judicial branch, and more.
Jon Davis serves as CSG Midwest liaison for Wisconsin. Please contact Jon with any questions you have or research assistance you need.
Snapshot (as of March 2026)
Executive Branch
| Governor | Tony Evers |
| Lieutenant Governor | Sara Rodriguez |
| Secretary of State | Sarah Godlewski |
| Attorney General | Josh Kaul |
| Treasurer | John Leiber |
Legislative Branch
| Senate | House |
|---|---|
| Seats: 33 | Seats: 99 |
| Democrat: 15 | Democrat: 45 |
| Republican: 18 | Republican: 54 |
| Average Constituency Size: 172,333 | Average Constituency Size: 57,444 |
| Length of Term: Four years | Length of Term: Two years |
| Term Limit: No term limits | Term Limit: No term limits |
Judicial Branch
| Highest Court | Wisconsin Supreme Court |
| Chief Justice | Annette Kingsland Ziegler |
| Number of Justices | 7 |
| Method of Selection | Nonpartisan election |
| Method of Retention | Reelection |
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This event is for legislators interested in strengthening state child welfare systems and improving long-term outcomes for children and families.
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The discussion on what constitutes effective statewide school funding has evolved greatly in recent years. This webinar explored the varying approaches currently employed by states as well as recent discussions on potential models of reform. Designed for legislators and legislative staff, and open to all, this learning opportunity was co-hosted by the Midwestern Legislative Conference Education & Workforce Committee and Fiscal Affairs Forum.
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New laws and investments to boost the housing stock are a continuing focus of state legislatures across the Midwest. As part of this activity, many policymakers are revisiting government rules around zoning and building codes — regulatory frameworks that have historically fallen to local governments. This webinar explored options and practical approaches for state legislators regarding these systems.
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