Government Relations

Government Relations Legislative Update

Government Relations Legislative Update

Updates on state and federal issues relating to the UW System.

Thursday, June 28, 2012

Former State Representative Jerry Petrowski Sworn into Senate

On Tuesday, Jerry Petrowski (R-Marathon) was officially sworn in as the new State Senator for the 29th District. Petrowski, who defeated State Representative Donna Seidel in the June 5 recall election, succeeds former Senator Pam Galloway who resigned earlier this year.

GAB Certifies June 5 Recall Results
Yesterday, the Government Accountability Board (GAB) certified recall election results for Governor, Lt. Governor, and State Senate Districts 13, 23, and 29.  Senate District 21 will be certified after the ongoing recount is completed.  Click here to view GAB certified results.