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August 2026 - Current Legislative Update: Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley narrowly won the Democratic gubernatorial primary over state Rep. Francesca Hong by about 3,000 votes. He will face Republican Congressman Tom Tiffany in November. The gubernatorial and legislative races will be important for WPRA, as the results will shape the political environment for advancing priorities such as Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program reauthorization, afterschool funding, park district authorization, and other local government policies. Republicans currently control both chambers of the Legislature. The Senate is 18–15, with four competitive districts likely to determine control. Republicans also hold a 54–45 Assembly majority, meaning Democrats would need to gain at least five seats while protecting competitive districts to take control. Bottom line: The November elections will determine who controls the governor’s office and Legislature, directly influencing WPRA’s ability to advance its priorities during the 2027–28 legislative session. 2026 Legislative UpdatesJanuary 2026 2025 Legislative Updates 2024 Legislative Updates 2023 Legislative Updates 2022 Legislative Updates 2021 Legislative Updates October 30, 2020 - WPRA Letter to Governor April 24, 2020 – WPRA Letter to Governor Hamilton Consulting Group COVID-19 Resource Website on the State Actions
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