2026 Wisconsin State Assembly election
November 3, 2026
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The 2026 Wisconsin State Assembly election will take place on November 3, 2026, to elect all 99 members of the Wisconsin State Assembly for the 108th Wisconsin Legislature. The primary will take place on August 11, 2026. 54 Assembly seats are currently held by Republicans and 45 seats are held by Democrats.
Background
Partisan background
In the 2024 US Presidential Election, Donald Trump won 50 districts, while Kamala Harris won 49. Republicans represent five districts where Harris had won in 2024, while one Democrat represents a district which voted for Donald Trump:
- District 21 (Harris +4.05%), represented by Jessie Rodriguez
- District 51 (Harris +3.49%), represented by Todd Novak
- District 53 (Harris +4.35%), represented by Dean Kaufert
- District 61 (Harris +2.20%), represented by Bob Donovan
- District 88 (Harris +0.35%), represented by Ben Franklin
- District 94 (Trump +2.15%), represented by Steve Doyle
Background
Following redistricting as a result of the Wisconsin Supreme Court's decision in Clarke v. Wisconsin Elections Commission, the 2024 Wisconsin State Assembly election saw the Democrats gain 10 seats, putting them at 45 seats to the Republicans' 54. The Democratic Party had also gained 4 seats in the simultaneous state senate election.[1]
Predictions
| Source | Ranking | As of |
|---|---|---|
| Sabato's Crystal Ball[2] | Tossup | January 22, 2026 |
| State Navigate[3] | Lean D (flip) | February 4, 2026 |
Summary
| Party (majority caucus shading)
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Total | |||
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| Democratic | Republican | |||
| Last election (2024) | 35 | 64 | 99 | |
| Total after last election (2024) | 45 | 54 | 99 | |
| Total before this election | 45 | 54 | 99 | |
| Up for election | 45 | 54 | 99 | |
| of which: | Incumbent retiring | 3 | 4 | 7 |
| Open | 3 | 4 | 7 | |
| Vacated | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Unopposed | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
Outgoing incumbents
Retirements
- Rick Gundrum (R–Slinger), representing district 58 since 2018, is retiring.[4]
- Dave Murphy (R–Hortonville), representing district 56 since 2012, is retiring.[5]
- Kevin David Petersen (R–Waupaca), representing district 57 since 2025,[a] is retiring.[6]
- Robin Vos (R–Rochester), representing district 33 since 2025,[b] is retiring.[7]
Seeking other office
- Francesca Hong (D–Madison), representing district 76 since 2021, is retiring to run for governor[8]
- Jenna Jacobson (D–Oregon), representing district 50 since 2025,[c] is retiring to run for Senate in the 17th district.[9]
- Robyn Vining (D–Wauwatosa), representing district 13 since 2025,[d] is retiring to run for Senate in 5th district[10]
Incumbents and candidates
| District | 2024 Pres.[11] | Incumbent | This race | |||
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| Member | Party | First elected | Status | Candidates | ||
| 01 | R+14.8 | Joel Kitchens | Republican | 2014 | ||
| 02 | R+23.5 | Shae Sortwell | Republican | 2018 | ||
| 03 | R+22.9 | Ron Tusler | Republican | 2016 | ||
| 04 | R+29 | David Steffen | Republican | 2014 | ||
| 05 | R+21.2 | Joy Goeben | Republican | 2022 |
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| 06 | R+32.2 | Elijah Behnke | Republican | 2021 (special) | ||
| 07 | D+14.5 | Karen Kirsch | Democratic | 2024 | ||
| 08 | D+46.3 | Sylvia Ortiz-Velez | Democratic | 2020 | Incumbent running |
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| 09 | D+33.7 | Priscilla Prado | Democratic | 2024 | ||
| 10 | D+69.3 | Darrin Madison | Democratic | 2022 | ||
| 11 | D+75.2 | Sequanna Taylor | Democratic | 2024 | ||
| 12 | D+59.6 | Russell Goodwin | Democratic | 2024 | ||
| 13 | D+20.5 | Robyn Vining | Democratic | 2018 | Incumbent retiring to run for state senate[15] |
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| 14 | D+10.1 | Angelito Tenorio | Democratic | 2024 | ||
| 15 | R+12.4 | Adam Neylon | Republican | 2013 (special) | ||
| 16 | D+71.5 | Kalan Haywood | Democratic | 2018 | ||
| 17 | D+67.6 | Supreme Moore Omokunde | Democratic | 2020 | ||
| 18 | D+66.3 | Margaret Arney | Democratic | 2024 | ||
| 19 | D+59.8 | Ryan Clancy | Democratic | 2022 | Incumbent running |
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| 20 | D+18.8 | Christine Sinicki | Democratic | 1998 | ||
| 21 | D+4.1 | Jessie Rodriguez | Republican | 2013 (special) | ||
| 22 | R+9.8 | Paul Melotik | Republican | 2023 (special) | ||
| 23 | D+28.5 | Deb Andraca | Democratic | 2020 | ||
| 24 | R+9.9 | Dan Knodl | Republican | 2008[e] 2024 |
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| 25 | R+15.4 | Paul Tittl | Republican | 2012 | ||
| 26 | D+2.7 | Joe Sheehan | Democratic | 2024 | ||
| 27 | R+30 | Lindee Brill | Republican | 2024 | ||
| 28 | R+30.4 | Robin Kreibich | Republican | 1992[f] 2024 |
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| 29 | R+27.8 | Treig Pronschinske | Republican | 2016 | ||
| 30 | R+4.4 | Shannon Zimmerman | Republican | 2016 |
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| 31 | R+22.6 | Tyler August | Republican | 2010 | ||
| 32 | R+31.3 | Amanda Nedweski | Republican | 2022 | Incumbent running |
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| 33 | R+29.5 | Robin Vos | Republican | 2004 | Incumbent retiring[7] |
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| 34 | R+19.7 | Rob Swearingen | Republican | 2012 | ||
| 35 | R+30.4 | Calvin Callahan | Republican | 2020 | ||
| 36 | R+38.2 | Jeffrey Mursau | Republican | 2004 | ||
| 37 | R+28.4 | Mark Born | Republican | 2012 |
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| 38 | R+30.5 | William Penterman | Republican | 2021 (special) |
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| 39 | R+33.3 | Alex Dallman | Republican | 2020 | ||
| 40 | D+4.9 | Karen DeSanto | Democratic | 2024 | ||
| 41 | R+17.4 | Tony Kurtz | Republican | 2018 | ||
| 42 | D+14.9 | Maureen McCarville | Democratic | 2024 | ||
| 43 | D+5.2 | Brienne Brown | Democratic | 2024 |
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| 44 | D+10.8 | Ann Roe | Democratic | 2024 | ||
| 45 | D+7.3 | Clinton Anderson | Democratic | 2022 | Incumbent running |
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| 46 | D+8.1 | Joan Fitzgerald | Democratic | 2024 | ||
| 47 | D+43.3 | Randy Udell | Democratic | 2024 | ||
| 48 | D+37 | Andrew Hysell | Democratic | 2024 | ||
| 49 | R+17.2 | Travis Tranel | Republican | 2010 |
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| 50 | D+14.3 | Jenna Jacobson | Democratic | 2022 | Incumbent retiring to run for state senate[32] |
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| 51 | D+5.2 | Todd Novak | Republican | 2014 | Incumbent running |
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| 52 | D+14.6 | Lee Snodgrass | Democratic | 2020 |
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| 53 | D+4.4 | Dean Kaufert | Republican | 1990[g] 2024 |
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| 54 | D+6.9 | Lori Palmeri | Democratic | 2022 | ||
| 55 | R+16.6 | Nate Gustafson | Republican | 2022 | ||
| 56 | R+27.2 | Dave Murphy | Republican | 2012 | Incumbent retiring[5] |
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| 57 | R+34.3 | Kevin David Petersen | Republican | 2006 | Incumbent retiring[6] |
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| 58 | R+36.5 | Rick Gundrum | Republican | 2018 (special) | Incumbent retiring[4] | |
| 59 | R+47.8 | Robert Brooks | Republican | 2014 | ||
| 60 | R+14.3 | Jerry L. O'Connor | Republican | 2022 | ||
| 61 | D+2.2 | Bob Donovan | Republican | 2022 | ||
| 62 | D+22.1 | Angelina Cruz | Democratic | 2024 | ||
| 63 | R+14.2 | Robert Wittke | Republican | 2018 | ||
| 64 | D+6.3 | Tip McGuire | Democratic | 2019 (special) | ||
| 65 | D+7 | Ben DeSmidt | Democratic | 2024 | ||
| 66 | D+9.4 | Greta Neubauer | Democratic | 2018 (special) | ||
| 67 | R+29.5 | David Armstrong | Republican | 2020 |
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| 68 | R+37.6 | Rob Summerfield | Republican | 2016 | ||
| 69 | R+41.3 | Karen Hurd | Republican | 2022 | ||
| 70 | R+25.8 | Nancy VanderMeer | Republican | 2014 | ||
| 71 | D+6.7 | Vinnie Miresse | Democratic | 2024 | ||
| 72 | R+22.8 | Scott Krug | Republican | 2010 | ||
| 73 | D+15.5 | Angela Stroud | Democratic | 2024 | ||
| 74 | R+21.9 | Chanz Green | Republican | 2022 |
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| 75 | R+31.2 | Duke Tucker | Republican | 2024 | ||
| 76 | D+79 | Francesca Hong | Democratic | 2020 | Incumbent retiring to run for Governor[44] |
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| 77 | D+64.9 | Renuka Mayadev | Democratic | 2024 | ||
| 78 | D+61.7 | Shelia Stubbs | Democratic | 2018 | ||
| 79 | D+71.8 | Lisa Subeck | Democratic | 2014 | ||
| 80 | D+48.3 | Mike Bare | Democratic | 2022 | ||
| 81 | D+38.8 | Alex Joers | Democratic | 2022 | ||
| 82 | R+8.1 | Scott Allen | Republican | 2014 | ||
| 83 | R+17.4 | Dave Maxey | Republican | 2022 | ||
| 84 | R+38.1 | Chuck Wichgers | Republican | 2016 | ||
| 85 | R+0.6 | Patrick Snyder | Republican | 2016 |
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| 86 | R+27.8 | John Spiros | Republican | 2012 | ||
| 87 | R+26.1 | Brent Jacobson | Republican | 2024 | ||
| 88 | D+0.4 | Ben Franklin | Republican | 2024 |
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| 89 | D+2 | Ryan Spaude | Democratic | 2024 | ||
| 90 | D+10 | Amaad Rivera-Wagner | Democratic | 2024 | ||
| 91 | D+4.5 | Jodi Emerson | Democratic | 2018 | Incumbent running |
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| 92 | R+7 | Clint Moses | Republican | 2020 |
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| 93 | D+8.3 | Christian Phelps | Democratic | 2024 | ||
| 94 | R+2.2 | Steve Doyle | Democratic | 2011 (special) | ||
| 95 | D+2.2 | Jill Billings | Democratic | 2011 (special) | ||
| 96 | D+8.3 | Tara Johnson | Democratic | 2024 | ||
| 97 | R+33.7 | Cindi Duchow | Republican | 2015 (special) | ||
| 98 | R+35.3 | Jim Piwowarczyk | Republican | 2024 | ||
| 99 | R+31.9 | Barbara Dittrich | Republican | 2018 | ||
See also
- Redistricting in Wisconsin
- 2026 Wisconsin elections
- 2026 United States elections
- Elections in Wisconsin
- Wisconsin State Assembly
Notes
- ^ Previously represented the 40th district from 2007 to 2025.
- ^ Previously represented the 63rd district in 2005 to 2025.
- ^ Previously elected to the 43rd district in 2023
- ^ Previously elected to the 14th district in 2019
- ^ Resigned in 2023.
- ^ Defeated in 2006 general election.
- ^ Did not run for re-election in 2014.
References
- ^ Kelly, Jack (November 7, 2024). "Democrats flip 14 legislative seats, affirming GOP gerrymander is dead". Wisconsin Watch. London.
- ^ Jacobson, Louis (January 22, 2026). "Handicapping The 2026 State Legislative Map: A First Look". Sabato's Crystal Ball. Retrieved January 22, 2026.
- ^ "2025 WI Forecasts". projects.statenavigate.com. Retrieved February 13, 2026.
- ^ a b "Rep. Gundrum: Will not seek re-election to the 58th Assembly District". WisPolitics. March 19, 2026. Retrieved March 19, 2026.
- ^ a b Behnke, Duke (September 12, 2025). "State Rep. Dave Murphy buys home outside his district, raising questions about residency". The Post-Crescent. Retrieved September 12, 2025.
Murphy said he doesn't intend to run for reelection.
- ^ a b "Petersen not seeking reelection". WisPolitics. March 19, 2026. Retrieved March 19, 2026.
- ^ a b Fleury, Amy (February 19, 2026). "Republican Assembly Speaker Robin Vos announces he won't run for reelection". WISN-TV. Retrieved September 12, 2025.
- ^ Van Wagtendonk, Anya (September 17, 2025). "Madison Rep. Francesca Hong joins Democratic primary for governor". Wisconsin Public Radio. Retrieved September 17, 2025.
- ^ Kaska, Jimmie (July 7, 2025). "Jacobson announces state Senate run in southwestern Wisconsin". Civic Media. Retrieved July 7, 2025.
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- ^ "David Schubpach For Wisconsin State Assembly". www.schupbachwi.com. Retrieved January 21, 2026.
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- ^ "Ortiz-Velez campaign: Announces re-election run". WisPolitics. September 19, 2025. Retrieved October 27, 2025.
- ^ Smith, Matt (July 17, 2025). "Democrats awaiting Gov. Evers' reelection decision push to regain control of state Senate". WISN-TV. Retrieved July 17, 2025.
- ^ "Sanchez campaign: Announces candidacy for Wisconsin Assembly District 13". WisPolitics. February 25, 2026. Retrieved March 6, 2026.
- ^ "Sylla campaign: Wes Sylla announces campaign for open 13th Assembly District seat". WisPolitics. February 12, 2026. Retrieved February 14, 2026.
- ^ "Zimmerman campaign: Amy Zimmerman of Brookfield will run for open District 13 State Assembly seat". WisPolitics. July 30, 2025. Retrieved July 30, 2025.
- ^ "Wisconsin Electoral Socialists: Endorses Rep. Francesca Hong for WI governor and Rep. Ryan Clancy for re-election to WI Assembly District 19". WisPolitics. January 20, 2026. Retrieved February 9, 2026.
- ^ "Maniaci campaign: Progressive Bridget Maniaci announces Democratic primary bid for Wisconsin State Representative". WisPolitics. March 3, 2026. Retrieved March 6, 2026.
- ^ "Bukiewicz campaign: Dan J. Bukiewicz announces Assembly bid". WisPolitics. January 15, 2026. Retrieved January 15, 2026.
- ^ "Liners campaign: David Liners campaign launch". WisPolitics. February 9, 2026. Retrieved February 9, 2026.
- ^ "Seawright campaign: Social worker and disability rights advocate Jessica Seawright launches campaign for Wisconsin State Assembly District 21". WisPolitics. September 22, 2025. Retrieved September 22, 2025.
- ^ "Knoke campaign: Announces bid for 30th Assembly District". WisPolitics. February 5, 2026. Retrieved February 9, 2026.
- ^ "Nedweski campaign: Rep. Nedweski election announcement". WisPolitics. February 27, 2026. Retrieved March 6, 2026.
- ^ Jones, Kyle (February 23, 2026). "Union Grove village president launches campaign to succeed Robin Vos". Channel 3000. Retrieved February 23, 2026.
- ^ "Bates campaign: LaToya Bates announces campaign for State Assembly". WisPolitics. April 21, 2025. Retrieved April 21, 2025.
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- ^ "Paul McGraw announces bid for 43rd state Assembly seat". The Gazette. November 16, 2025. Retrieved November 19, 2025.
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- ^ "Mittness campaign: Launches candidacy for Wisconsin's 50th Assembly District". WisPolitics. December 2, 2025. Retrieved December 4, 2025.
- ^ "Gruber campaign: Announces bid for Assembly District 51". WisPolitics. January 26, 2026. Retrieved January 26, 2026.
- ^ "Novak campaign: Running in 2026 to continue work as independent voice for 51st Assembly District". WisPolitics. January 12, 2026. Retrieved January 13, 2026.
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- ^ "Asbury campaign: Announces bid for Assembly District 53". WisPolitics. March 19, 2026. Retrieved March 19, 2026.
- ^ "Phillips campaign: Announces bid for the 56th AD". WisPolitics. September 23, 2025. Retrieved September 23, 2025.
- ^ "Krentz campaign: Kevin Krentz to run for AD57". WisPolitics. March 19, 2026. Retrieved March 19, 2026.
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I am preparing to run for Wisconsin 61 Assembly District because I believe our voices must be present where laws are written.
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- ^ "Bennett campaign: Former Alder Juliana Bennett launches campaign for the 76th Assembly District". WisPolitics. September 30, 2025. Retrieved September 30, 2025.
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Zoe Sullivan, who is running for a Madison seat in the Wisconsin Assembly...
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