Politics
Wisconsin Democrats Set Legislative Priorities as Party Takes Control of Senate, Assembly
With Democrats in full control of the state Capitol for the first time in more than a decade, party members are eager to advance a long list of policies. State Sen. Diane Hesselbein, expected to become the next Senate majority leader, discussed the party's legislative priorities.
MADISON, Wis. â With Democrats in full control of the state Capitol for the first time in more than a decade, party members are eager to advance a long list of policies.
News 3 Now's Maggie Degnan, filling in for host Elly Laliberte this week, spoke with state Sen. Diane Hesselbein, who is expected to become the next Senate majority leader, about the party's legislative priorities.
Hesselbein's remarks come as Democrats prepare to take control of both the Senate and Assembly following the November elections, marking a significant shift in state politics. The party's agenda is expected to focus on a range of issues that have been stalled under previous leadership.
The interview with Hesselbein is part of ongoing coverage of the transition and the new legislative session. Further details on specific policy proposals are expected to emerge as the party finalizes its plans.