Alex Joers

Alex Joers (Democratic Party) is a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly, representing District 81. He assumed office on January 6, 2025. His current term ends on January 4, 2027.

Joers (Democratic Party) ran for re-election to the Wisconsin State Assembly to represent District 81. He won in the general election on November 5, 2024.

Biography

Alex Joers was born in Madison, Wisconsin. Jones graduated from Middleton High School. He earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Wisconsin, La Crosse, in 2015. His career experience includes working as an associate director. Joers has been affiliated with the New Leaders Council and the Young Elected Officials Network.^[1]

Committee assignments

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2023-2024

Joers was assigned to the following committees:

Elections

2024

General election

General election for Wisconsin State Assembly District 81

Incumbent Alex Joers won election in the general election for Wisconsin State Assembly District 81 on November 5, 2024.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Alex Joers (D)	97.7	30,969
	Other/Write-in votes	2.3	717

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 31,686
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Wisconsin State Assembly District 81

Incumbent Alex Joers advanced from the Democratic primary for Wisconsin State Assembly District 81 on August 13, 2024.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Alex Joers	99.9	12,980
	Other/Write-in votes	0.1	17

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 12,997
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Campaign finance

Endorsements

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2022

Wisconsin State Assembly

General election

General election for Wisconsin State Assembly District 79

Alex Joers defeated Victoria Fueger in the general election for Wisconsin State Assembly District 79 on November 8, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Alex Joers (D)	74.1	24,469
	Submit photo	Victoria Fueger (R)	25.8	8,514
		Other/Write-in votes	0.1	32

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 33,015
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Wisconsin State Assembly District 79

Alex Joers defeated Brad Votava in the Democratic primary for Wisconsin State Assembly District 79 on August 9, 2022.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Alex Joers	76.0	7,474
	Brad Votava	24.0	2,356
	Other/Write-in votes	0.1	7

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 9,837
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Wisconsin State Assembly District 79

Victoria Fueger advanced from the Republican primary for Wisconsin State Assembly District 79 on August 9, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Victoria Fueger	98.6	2,666
		Other/Write-in votes	1.4	38

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 2,704
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Endorsements

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Dane County Board of Supervisors

General election

General election for Dane County Board of Supervisors District 9

Incumbent Alex Joers won election in the general election for Dane County Board of Supervisors District 9 on April 5, 2022.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Alex Joers (Nonpartisan)	98.7	1,390
	Other/Write-in votes	1.3	18

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 1,408 (100.00% precincts reporting)
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Nonpartisan primary election

The primary election was canceled. Incumbent Alex Joers advanced from the primary for Dane County Board of Supervisors District 9.

Campaign finance

Endorsements

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2020

General election

General election for Dane County Board of Supervisors District 9

Alex Joers won election in the general election for Dane County Board of Supervisors District 9 on April 7, 2020.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Alex Joers (Nonpartisan)	99.5	4,997
	Other/Write-in votes	0.5	25

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 5,022
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Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

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2022

Wisconsin State Assembly

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Alex went to the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse before graduating in 2015 with a dual degree in Political Science and Public Administration. Alex worked throughout college, first in the Athletic Department, then as a Resident Assistant, and a Building Manager for the Recreational Sports Department. He was continually involved in Get Out the Vote efforts and student government throughout his time at UW-L. Alex met the love of his life, Katie, at UW-L and they were married in Windsor, Wisconsin in 2018.

Alex went on the be a Policy Aide for progressive champions like Senator Melissa Agard, Senator Jennifer Shilling, and most recently Representative Dianne Hesselbein. Through this work, Alex developed legislation related to common-sense gun safety reforms, student debt relief, environmental protection, strengthening the UW System, and promoting fair redistricting. These efforts are critical to moving our state forward in the future.

Alex was elected to the Dane County Board in 2020 and re-elected in 2022. In this capacity, he served on the Public Protection & Judiciary Committee, Personnel & Finance Committee, Public Works & Transportation Committee, UW Extension Committee, and Youth Commission. On the County Board, Alex elevated issues of land conservation, flood mitigation, small business recovery, public health, and affordable housing. Alex wants to advance these proposals at the state-level with the experience he gained as a local official.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Reproductive Freedom: Having an abortion is a deeply personal decision, and it’s a decision that politicians should have absolutely no part of. Striking down Roe v Wade is extremely dangerous and Wisconsin has a 173 year old criminal abortion ban on the books. That’s unacceptable. Alex will support the Abortion Rights Preservation Act and fight to keep abortion legal.
Common Sense Gun Safety: An overwhelming majority of Wisconsinites support common sense gun safety laws. We must reinstate the 48-hour waiting period on gun purchases that existed prior to Legislative Republicans stripping that protection away. This “cooling off” period could prevent suicides as well as shootings. This coupled with stronger extreme risk protection orders would give families the ability to alert law enforcement before dangerous acts occur. Alex will take action to protect our communities by supporting these measures.
Environmental Protection: Wisconsin has a rich history of environmental conservation and we must work to ensure our natural resources are preserved for generations to come. During his first term on the Dane County Board, Alex sponsored resolutions to conserve over 400 acres of land for flood mitigation and recreation. He pushed for $1 million in the 2022 budget to connect the North Mendota Trail from Middleton to Westport and beyond. Alex promoted the county’s sustainability and renewable energy efforts as we work to drastically reduce our carbon footprint across the county. Alex also supported efforts to hold polluters accountable by pursuing companies that contaminated our waterways with PFAS chemicals.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Nearly two decades ago Alex’s family started a small business right here in the 79th District. Having been a part of it since the beginning, he knows how challenging but rewarding operating a small business can be.

Our local businesses are the backbone of our community. As a County Supervisor, Alex championed $30 million in recovery grants for small businesses right here in Dane County through the Dane Buy Local program. These grants helped small businesses weather the pandemic, but we have to continue to support them in recovery.

Governor Evers has led the effort statewide to help local shops through Wisconsin Tomorrow small business grants. Alex wants to build on these efforts and advocate for main street shops so they can continue to grow.

At the state level we must close the dark store loophole once and for all. This statutory misstep is costing property taxpayers and small business thousands of dollars every year as big box stores take advantage of this loophole to avoid paying their fair share. Republicans have been shifting the burden onto property taxpayers and small businesses for too long. Let’s get this loophole closed.

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Dane County Board of Supervisors

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Alex grew up in Dane County and graduated from Middleton High School. As a student, Alex got involved in his community by coordinating local blood drives with the American Red Cross. He led his fellow students in service projects that benefitted Middleton Outreach Ministry and Koats for Kids. Alex was a Cross Country runner for four years.

The Joers family opened The Little Gym of Middleton in 2004. Being part of a small, family-owned business taught Alex the value of hard work and resilience. He started working at the age of 14, preparing snacks for the children during camp. Over the past 17 years, Alex grew to see every aspect of the business, instructing children from four months old to 12 years. Working in a small business gave Alex a unique perspective to be able to see the challenges small business owners face on a daily basis.

After high school, Alex went to the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse before graduating in 2015 with a dual degree in Political Science and Public Administration. Alex worked throughout college, first in the Athletic Department, then as a Resident Assistant, and a Building Manager for the Recreational Sports Department. He was continually involved in Get Out the Vote efforts and student government throughout his time at UW-L.

After college, Alex organized local campaigns across Wisconsin. Alex began working in the Wisconsin State Legislature for seven years and now works for a private company in Middleton.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Economic Security
Environmental Sustainability
Health Equity

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Climate Resiliency & Environmental Protection

Within the past few years, our community has seen weather events that have shown the challenges we face with climate change. On the west-side of Madison in 2018 residents and businesses faced millions of dollars in damages from historic flooding. Dane County must continue to be a leader in building a climate resilient community, facing climate change head on, and protecting our natural resources for future generations.

During my first term on the County Board, I supported legislation to expand existing park land by 470 acres for recreation and flood mitigation. These include LaFollette County Park, Walking Iron County Park and Wildlife Area, Indian Lake County Park and Ice Age Trail, and Schumacher Farm Park. Notably, I advocated for securing $1 million in the 2022 budget to fund the East Segment of the North Mendota Trail connecting West Madison and Middleton to Westport and Waunakee.

We have a long way to go, I hope to continue developing sustainable practices in county purchasing and work towards lowering our overall carbon footprint throughout the county by investing in renewable energy. Climate scientist have already sounded the alarm and we need to take every opportunity to move towards a 100% renewable and sustainable economy.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

I believe it is important to look out for the common good of all individuals in our community. Sometime this means making tough decisions about how resources are allocated, but I know we are better when we are all working together.

What legacy would you like to leave?

I hope to leave my community stronger than it was when I began.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

My first job was working at my family's small business in 2007. I began literally mopping the floors and thereafter worked in my different capacities including management, marketing, and operations until 2021.

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

Obiwan Kenobi - I'm a big Star Wars fan.

Are there any little-known powers or responsibilities held by this office that you believe more people should be aware of?

Many people are sure of what county government does. We pass an annual budget for public safety, health services, transportation, and environmental protection. We also have oversight for the Airport, Henry Vilas Zoo, Alliant Energy Center, Badger Prairie Health Care Center, and Monona Terrace.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for holders of this office to have previous experience in government or politics?

I think it can be beneficial, but anyone should be able to run for office regardless of their background. Everyone has a unique experience that can broaden the ideas brought to government.

What kind of skills or expertise do you believe would be the most helpful for the holders of this office to possess?

Skills that are critical are an open-mind, an ability to work with others, and a commitment to compromise.

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2020

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Alex grew up in Dane County and graduated from Middleton High School before completing a dual degree in Political Science and Public Administration from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse.

Throughout the his career, Alex organized local campaigns across Wisconsin and worked in the Wisconsin State Legislature. All the while, helping manage his family's small business, The Little Gym, located right here in District 9 for the past fifteen years.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Affordable Living - People of all ages and backgrounds want to make Dane County a place to live, work, and raise a family. We have to work to decrease housing inequality and promote a more affordable living for all Dane County residents.
Climate Resiliency - Our community was recently struck by historic flooding. Unfortunately, a changing climate underscores the urgency to address our preparedness for flooding and other climate related emergencies in the future. As a county, we must continue to move forward with plans to reduce risk and take steps towards sustainable development.
Transportation Development - As we look into the future, the need for public transportation will only increase. Promoting better transportation options and expanded routes will help connect our community to the places we live, work, recreate, and relax. Making transportation easier and more accessible for the public is something that benefits everyone.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Environmental Protection
Dane County has an abundance of natural resources and we have to do our part to ensure we can enjoy them for generations to come. Clean water and air should be a priority as we look forward towards a more sustainable future.

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Alex Joers campaign contribution history
Year	Office	Status	Contributions	Expenditures
2024*	Wisconsin State Assembly District 81	Won general	$37,854	$39,675
2022	Wisconsin State Assembly District 79	Won general	$47,524	$30,786
Grand total			$85,378	$70,462
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2023

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Political offices
Preceded by Dave Considine (D)	Wisconsin State Assembly District 81 2025-Present	Succeeded by -
Preceded by Dianne Hesselbein (D)	Wisconsin State Assembly District 79 2023-2025	Succeeded by Lisa Subeck (D)
Preceded by Paul Nelson	Dane County Board of Supervisors District 9 2020-2023	Succeeded by -

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Current members of the Wisconsin State Assembly

Leadership

Minority Leader:Greta Neubauer

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Joel Kitchens (R)

District 2

Shae Sortwell (R)

District 3

Ron Tusler (R)

District 4

David Steffen (R)

District 5

Joy Goeben (R)

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Elijah Behnke (R)

District 7

Karen Kirsch (D)

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Sylvia Ortiz-Velez (D)

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Priscilla Prado (D)

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Darrin Madison (D)

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Sequanna Taylor (D)

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Russell Goodwin (D)

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Robyn Vining (D)

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Angelito Tenorio (D)

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Adam Neylon (R)

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Kalan Haywood (D)

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Supreme Omokunde (D)

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Margaret Arney (D)

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Ryan Clancy (D)

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Christine Sinicki (D)

District 21

Jessie Rodriguez (R)

District 22

Paul Melotik (R)

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Deb Andraca (D)

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Daniel Knodl (R)

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Paul Tittl (R)

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Joe Sheehan (D)

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Lindee Brill (R)

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Rob Kreibich (R)

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Treig Pronschinske (R)

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Shannon Zimmerman (R)

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Tyler August (R)

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Amanda Nedweski (R)

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Robin Vos (R)

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Rob Swearingen (R)

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Calvin Callahan (R)

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Jeffrey Mursau (R)

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Mark Born (R)

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William Penterman (R)

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Alex Dallman (R)

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Karen DeSanto (D)

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Tony Kurtz (R)

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Maureen McCarville (D)

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Brienne Brown (D)

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Ann Roe (D)

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Clinton Anderson (D)

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Joan Fitzgerald (D)

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Randy Udell (D)

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Andrew Hysell (D)

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Travis Tranel (R)

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Jenna Jacobson (D)

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Todd Novak (R)

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Lee Snodgrass (D)

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Dean Kaufert (R)

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Lori Palmeri (D)

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Nate Gustafson (R)

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Dave Murphy (R)

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Kevin Petersen (R)

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Rick Gundrum (R)

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Robert Brooks (R)

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Jerry O'Connor (R)

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Robert Donovan (R)

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Angelina Cruz (D)

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Robert Wittke (R)

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Tip McGuire (D)

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Ben DeSmidt (D)

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Greta Neubauer (D)

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David Armstrong (R)

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Rob Summerfield (R)

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Karen Hurd (R)

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Nancy VanderMeer (R)

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Vinnie Miresse (D)

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Scott Krug (R)

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Angela Stroud (D)

District 74

Chanz Green (R)

District 75

Duke Tucker (R)

District 76

Francesca Hong (D)

District 77

Renuka Mayadev (D)

District 78

Shelia Stubbs (D)

District 79

Lisa Subeck (D)

District 80

Mike Bare (D)

District 81

Alex Joers (D)

District 82

Scott Allen (R)

District 83

Dave Maxey (R)

District 84

Chuck Wichgers (R)

District 85

Patrick Snyder (R)

District 86

John Spiros (R)

District 87

Brent Jacobson (R)

District 88

Benjamin Franklin (R)

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Ryan Spaude (D)

District 90

Amaad Rivera-Wagner (D)

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Jodi Emerson (D)

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Clint Moses (R)

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Christian Phelps (D)

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Steve Doyle (D)

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Jill Billings (D)

District 96

Tara Johnson (D)

District 97

Cindi Duchow (R)

District 98

Jim Piwowarczyk (R)

District 99

Barbara Dittrich (R)

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