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Introduced
05/09/2025
05/09/2025
In Committee
05/09/2025
05/09/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Relating to: honoring the life and public service of Representative Frederick P. Kessler.
AI Summary
This resolution honors the life and public service of Representative Frederick P. Kessler, a prominent Wisconsin politician and public servant who dedicated his life to community, state, and national service. Born in Milwaukee in 1940, Kessler graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and its law school, beginning his political career in 1960 when he became the youngest member of the Wisconsin State Assembly, serving a total of 12 terms over multiple decades. In addition to his legislative work, Kessler served as a Milwaukee County judge from 1972 to 1978 and again as a Circuit Court judge in later years. Throughout his career, he was known for championing social justice causes, including redistricting reform, civil rights, labor union support, and judicial system improvements. Kessler was instrumental in creating language immersion schools in Milwaukee and was recognized as a dedicated public servant who balanced his professional commitments with a loving family life. The resolution highlights his legacy of mentorship, commitment to democracy and equality, and significant contributions to Wisconsin's political and social landscape, emphasizing his lifelong dedication to public service and making a positive impact on his community.
Sponsors (45)
Tim Carpenter (D)*,
Kristin Dassler-Alfheim (D)*,
Dora Drake (D)*,
Dianne Hesselbein (D)*,
LaTonya Johnson (D)*,
Chris Larson (D)*,
Melissa Ratcliff (D)*,
Kelda Roys (D)*,
Jeff Smith (D)*,
Mark Spreitzer (D)*,
Jamie Wall (D)*,
Van Wanggaard (R)*,
Bob Wirch (D)*,
Margaret Arney (D),
Mike Bare (D),
Brienne Brown (D),
Ryan Clancy (D),
Ben DeSmidt (D),
Steve Doyle (D),
Jodene Emerson (D),
Joan Fitzgerald (D),
Russell Goodwin (D),
Kalan Haywood (D),
Jenna Jacobson (D),
Alex Joers (D),
Tara Johnson (D),
Dean Kaufert (R),
Karen Kirsch (D),
Darrin Madison (D),
Supreme Moore Omokunde (D),
Jeff Mursau (R),
Greta Neubauer (D),
Sylvia Ortiz-Velez (D),
Lori Palmeri (D),
Christian Phelps (D),
Pricilla Prado (D),
Amaad Rivera-Wagner (D),
Christine Sinicki (D),
Lee Snodgrass (D),
John Spiros (R),
Shelia Stubbs (D),
Lisa Subeck (D),
Sequanna Taylor (D),
Angelito Tenorio (D),
Robyn Vining (D),
Last Action
Available for scheduling (on 05/09/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/2025/proposals/reg/sen/joint_resolution/sjr46 |
| BillText | https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/document/proposaltext/2025/REG/SJR46.pdf |
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