Wisconsin State Senate — District 17Certified ballot
Jenna Jacobson
Is Jenna Jacobson on the November 3 ballot?
Jenna Jacobson is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Wisconsin State Senate — District 17. One other candidate is on the ballot.
As printed · ballot order
- Jenna Jacobson· this pageDemocratic
ⓘ What do the party and ideology labels mean?
On the ballot, partisan candidates run under a party — in Wisconsin almost always Democratic or Republican, with the occasional third-party or independent candidate. Words like progressive, conservative, libertarian, or democratic socialist are labels people use to describe themselves, not separate parties on the ballot. A label is a starting point; each candidate's sourced positions show where they actually stand.
How we do this →Wisconsin Watch’s questionnaire
Wisconsin Watch, a nonprofit newsroom, asked candidates for this office the same questions.
Answered 4 questions. Read Jenna Jacobson’s answers on Wisconsin Watch
Ask Voter Help: “What did Jenna Jacobson tell Wisconsin Watch?” →
Source: Wisconsin Watch 2026 Voter Guide, through Voter Guide Commons. That copy was last updated August 20, 2026; BadgerBrief checked it October 13, 2026. Whether a candidate answered is as the guide reports it.
Political ads about Jenna Jacobson
Ads a BadgerBrief editor confirmed are about Jenna Jacobson, from the Meta Ad Library. Spend is the range Meta discloses.
35 ads from 2 sponsors
- $15,000–$20,000
FRIENDS OF JENNA S JACOBSON
Support for Jenna Jacobson1 adSee the 1 ad
$15,000–$20,000View ad on Meta
- $3,600–$6,966
Jenna Jacobson for Wisconsin
34 adsSee the 34 ads
Howard Marklein has failed Wisconsin families on affordability again and again. On child care — one of the biggest financial burdens working parents face — he has done nothing. Families are staying home from work or taking second jobs just to afford care for their kids. That's not acceptable, and it's time for leadership that will actually act. https://www.therecombobulationarea.news/p/wisconsin-republicans-chose-not-to
$0–$99Paid for by Friends of Jenna S. JacobsonView ad on Meta
We're proud to announce that our campaign has officially knocked 10,000 doors across Senate District 17. Thank you to our incredible team who made this possible, and to the thousands of neighbors who took time to talk with us. Let's keep the momentum going.
$200–$299Paid for by Friends of Jenna S. JacobsonView ad on Meta
There is no more time to wait on affordability. No matter who you are, you're feeling the squeeze right now — on groceries, housing, child care, healthcare. Our state government needs to step up. Let's flip the State Senate and start making Wisconsin more affordable for working families.
$0–$99Paid for by Friends of Jenna S. JacobsonView ad on Meta
Family farms built our state. Agriculture isn't just our economy — it's our culture. I've worked hard in the Assembly to preserve and promote it, and I'll keep fighting for our family farms in the State Senate.
$0–$99Paid for by Friends of Jenna S. JacobsonView ad on Meta
Something is broken when people can't afford their medicine, families have to choose between rent and medical bills, or folks skip preventive care just to save money. It's time to fix Wisconsin's healthcare system so every person can get the care they need at a cost they can actually afford.
$0–$99Paid for by Friends of Jenna S. JacobsonView ad on Meta
Wisconsinites are working harder than ever and still falling behind. That's not a personal failure — it's a policy failure. I've fought in the Assembly to make things more affordable for working families, and I'm ready to do even more in the State Senate. Let's solve this together.
$0–$99Paid for by Friends of Jenna S. JacobsonView ad on Meta
Too many politicians claim to care about Wisconsin's kids — then turn around and defund our schools and use them as political pawns to please their donors and party bosses. We need leaders who actually understand what families are facing and want to solve the problem. That's what this campaign is about.
$0–$99Paid for by Friends of Jenna S. JacobsonView ad on Meta
Fighting for family farms has been one of the most important battles of my time in the State Assembly. I've worked to make it easier to get into farming, keep family operations running, and help farmers who are ready to sell transition to a new local owner. Farming is at the core of Wisconsin's identity — and we're going to make sure it stays that way.
$0–$99Paid for by Friends of Jenna S. JacobsonView ad on Meta
There are hundreds of Knowles-Nelson Stewardship projects right here in our Senate District — protecting the land, water, and natural spaces that make the Driftless Region so special. Republican inaction put this program at serious risk. I co-authored legislation to keep it funded because Wisconsin's outdoor heritage is worth fighting for.
$900–$999Paid for by Friends of Jenna S. JacobsonView ad on Meta
Free breakfasts and lunches for every public school student in Wisconsin. That's what the Healthy School Meals for All bill would deliver — and I was proud to co-author it. As a mom, I know how fast school meal costs add up. And we know kids learn better when they're not hungry. This is the kind of commonsense legislation that's possible when we flip the State Senate.
$900–$999Paid for by Friends of Jenna S. JacobsonView ad on Meta
Folks like Howard Marklein have been running things in the State Senate for many years, and in those years, things have not gotten better. It’s time to close this chapter in our state’s politics and elect leaders who are ready to fight for a better future for all Wisconsinites!
$0–$99Paid for by Friends of Jenna S. JacobsonView ad on Meta
Folks all across our district may have different ideas about how to get things done, but no matter who I talk to, one thing is clear - people are ready for a change. People are ready for schools that are fully funded, housing that is accessible, and healthcare that doesn’t break the bank. They’re ready for change, and ready for new leadership, too! Let’s make it happen!
$0–$99Paid for by Friends of Jenna S. JacobsonView ad on Meta
When I got my first job as a waitress, minimum wage was $5.15 an hour. Nearly 30 years later, it’s only gone up by $2.10 — the same amount tipped workers can earn. Wages haven’t kept up with the cost of living, especially housing. It’s time to raise the minimum wage and tackle our affordability crisis.
$0–$99Paid for by Friends of Jenna S. JacobsonView ad on Meta
I'm Jenna Jacobson, and I'm running for State Senate in Wisconsin's 17th District — the seat that will decide the majority. Right now, Wisconsin is at a crossroads. This is the first time in over a decade that this district has been on the ballot under a fair map. Our current State Senator has been in office that entire time, yet folks in our community are consistently being left behind by the GOP majority in the legislature. Republican Senator Marklein has held this seat too long and done too little. As Village Trustee I proudly helped our most vulnerable neighbors get access to safe housing and lifesaving community services as Chair of the Finance Committee and the Personnel & Public Safety Committee and as the Vice-Chair of the Oregon Housing Coalition and a member of the Fire/EMS Commission. In the Assembly I serve as the ranking member for the Committees on Agriculture and Sporting Heritage, and serve on the Financial Institutions and Ways and Means Committees, which is where I spend most of my time advocating to fully fund our public schools and infrastructure projects, preserve Wisconsin's farming culture and stand up for our rural communities. I'm running for State Senate District 17 to make sure our families can get ahead. But I need your help: can you chip in to support our campaign today?
$800–$899Paid for by Friends of Jenna S. JacobsonView ad on Meta
I'm Jenna Jacobson, and I'm running for State Senate in Wisconsin's 17th District — the seat that will decide the majority. Right now, Wisconsin is at a crossroads. This is the first time in over a decade that this district has been on the ballot under a fair map. Our current State Senator has been in office that entire time, yet folks in our community are consistently being left behind by the GOP majority in the legislature. Republican Senator Marklein has held this seat too long and done too little. As Village Trustee I proudly helped our most vulnerable neighbors get access to safe housing and lifesaving community services as Chair of the Finance Committee and the Personnel & Public Safety Committee and as the Vice-Chair of the Oregon Housing Coalition and a member of the Fire/EMS Commission. In the Assembly I serve as the ranking member for the Committees on Agriculture and Sporting Heritage, and serve on the Financial Institutions and Ways and Means Committees, which is where I spend most of my time advocating to fully fund our public schools and infrastructure projects, preserve Wisconsin's farming culture and stand up for our rural communities. I'm running for State Senate District 17 to make sure our families can get ahead. But I need your help: can you chip in to support our campaign today?
$100–$199Paid for by Friends of Jenna S. JacobsonView ad on Meta
I'm Jenna Jacobson, and I'm running for State Senate in Wisconsin's 17th District — the seat that will decide the majority. Right now, Wisconsin is at a crossroads. This is the first time in over a decade that this district has been on the ballot under a fair map. Our current State Senator has been in office that entire time, yet folks in our community are consistently being left behind by the GOP majority in the legislature. Republican Senator Marklein has held this seat too long and done too little. As Village Trustee I proudly helped our most vulnerable neighbors get access to safe housing and lifesaving community services as Chair of the Finance Committee and the Personnel & Public Safety Committee and as the Vice-Chair of the Oregon Housing Coalition and a member of the Fire/EMS Commission. In the Assembly I serve as the ranking member for the Committees on Agriculture and Sporting Heritage, and serve on the Financial Institutions and Ways and Means Committees, which is where I spend most of my time advocating to fully fund our public schools and infrastructure projects, preserve Wisconsin's farming culture and stand up for our rural communities. I'm running for State Senate District 17 to make sure our families can get ahead. But I need your help: can you chip in to support our campaign today?
$0–$99Paid for by Friends of Jenna S. JacobsonView ad on Meta
I'm Jenna Jacobson, and I'm running for State Senate in Wisconsin's 17th District — the seat that will decide the majority. Right now, Wisconsin is at a crossroads. This is the first time in over a decade that this district has been on the ballot under a fair map. Our current State Senator has been in office that entire time, yet folks in our community are consistently being left behind by the GOP majority in the legislature. Republican Senator Marklein has held this seat too long and done too little. As Village Trustee I proudly helped our most vulnerable neighbors get access to safe housing and lifesaving community services as Chair of the Finance Committee and the Personnel & Public Safety Committee and as the Vice-Chair of the Oregon Housing Coalition and a member of the Fire/EMS Commission. In the Assembly I serve as the ranking member for the Committees on Agriculture and Sporting Heritage, and serve on the Financial Institutions and Ways and Means Committees, which is where I spend most of my time advocating to fully fund our public schools and infrastructure projects, preserve Wisconsin's farming culture and stand up for our rural communities. I'm running for State Senate District 17 to make sure our families can get ahead. But I need your help: can you chip in to support our campaign today?
$700–$799Paid for by Friends of Jenna S. JacobsonView ad on Meta
I'm Jenna Jacobson, and I'm running for State Senate in Wisconsin's 17th District — the seat that will decide the majority. Right now, Wisconsin is at a crossroads. This is the first time in over a decade that this district has been on the ballot under a fair map. Our current State Senator has been in office that entire time, yet folks in our community are consistently being left behind by the GOP majority in the legislature. Republican Senator Marklein has held this seat too long and done too little. As Village Trustee I proudly helped our most vulnerable neighbors get access to safe housing and lifesaving community services as Chair of the Finance Committee and the Personnel & Public Safety Committee and as the Vice-Chair of the Oregon Housing Coalition and a member of the Fire/EMS Commission. In the Assembly I serve as the ranking member for the Committees on Agriculture and Sporting Heritage, and serve on the Financial Institutions and Ways and Means Committees, which is where I spend most of my time advocating to fully fund our public schools and infrastructure projects, preserve Wisconsin's farming culture and stand up for our rural communities. I'm running for State Senate District 17 to make sure our families can get ahead. But I need your help: can you chip in to support our campaign today?
$0–$99Paid for by Friends of Jenna S. JacobsonView ad on Meta
I'm Jenna Jacobson, and I'm running for State Senate in Wisconsin's 17th District — the seat that will decide the majority. Right now, Wisconsin is at a crossroads. This is the first time in over a decade that this district has been on the ballot under a fair map. Our current State Senator has been in office that entire time, yet folks in our community are consistently being left behind by the GOP majority in the legislature. Republican Senator Marklein has held this seat too long and done too little. As Village Trustee I proudly helped our most vulnerable neighbors get access to safe housing and lifesaving community services as Chair of the Finance Committee and the Personnel & Public Safety Committee and as the Vice-Chair of the Oregon Housing Coalition and a member of the Fire/EMS Commission. In the Assembly I serve as the ranking member for the Committees on Agriculture and Sporting Heritage, and serve on the Financial Institutions and Ways and Means Committees, which is where I spend most of my time advocating to fully fund our public schools and infrastructure projects, preserve Wisconsin's farming culture and stand up for our rural communities. I'm running for State Senate District 17 to make sure our families can get ahead. But I need your help: can you chip in to support our campaign today?
$0–$99Paid for by Friends of Jenna S. JacobsonView ad on Meta
One week from today is our primary election — and your vote can make the difference. Help us build momentum by telling your friends and family about August 11th and making sure they know to vote Jenna Jacobson for State Senate.
$0–$99Paid for by Friends of Jenna S. JacobsonView ad on Meta
Honored to earn the endorsement of AFSCME. Public employees show up every single day to keep our communities strong — teaching our kids, maintaining our infrastructure, and delivering the services Wisconsin families depend on. I'll always have their backs in the State Senate.
$0–$99Paid for by Friends of Jenna S. JacobsonView ad on Meta
Wisconsinites are ready for change — and this fall is the best opportunity we've had in a long time. If we work together, we can flip the State Senate and build a government that looks out for working people, responds to real needs, and fights for what's right. First things first — vote Jenna Jacobson on August 11th.
$0–$99Paid for by Friends of Jenna S. JacobsonView ad on Meta
Folks across our district are working harder every day and getting by with less. It doesn't have to be this way. We can build a Wisconsin where everyone who works hard has the resources they need, feels secure in their community, and knows their voice is heard. That's what this race is about.
$0–$99Paid for by Friends of Jenna S. JacobsonView ad on Meta
Proud to have been recognized as a Conservation Champion by Wisconsin Conservation Voters. Protecting our environment and our outdoor heritage for generations to come is a fight I take seriously — and it's one more reason to show up on August 11th. Let's win this primary and keep that work going.
$0–$99Paid for by Friends of Jenna S. JacobsonView ad on Meta
Wisconsin's kids and families deserve leaders who actually want to solve problems — not use them as political props. That's why winning our August 11th primary matters. Together we can fix our school funding system, lower property taxes, and give our kids the stable foundation they deserve to grow from.
$0–$99Paid for by Friends of Jenna S. JacobsonView ad on Meta
Thank you for all of the support throughout this primary election! With your help, we’ve shown that folks in our communities want leaders who are ready to take real action to help working people and build a better state for all. I am grateful for your support. A special thank you to Lisa and Corrine for highlighting important issues in this race. Having their voices as part of the conversation made for a better discussion. Together, we will flip this seat! Let’s keep the momentum up as we look towards November. Sign up to join the team: https://jennaforwisconsin.com/volunteer
$0–$99Paid for by Friends of Jenna S. JacobsonView ad on Meta
For too long, leaders in our state have focused on division instead of community. We're tired of it. It's time to fight for what we agree on, get things done for working families, and beat Howard Marklein this November.
$0–$99Paid for by Friends of Jenna S. JacobsonView ad on Meta
Most of us are tired of the bickering. We're tired of watching things get worse while the people in power do nothing. It's time to get back to a politics where we can disagree and still get things done. That's what this campaign is built on.
$0–$99Paid for by Friends of Jenna S. JacobsonView ad on Meta
We're done waiting for someone else to fix this. Working Wisconsinites need to take control and take action. The wealthiest among us don't know our day-to-day realities and don't care about our communities' struggles. I fight for working Wisconsinites because I am one. I've worked hard to build a good life for my family, and I'll work just as hard in the State Senate to help you do the same.
$0–$99Paid for by Friends of Jenna S. JacobsonView ad on Meta
Howard Marklein likes to talk about putting Wisconsin first. But his investment portfolio tells a different story. Investing in Chinese businesses doesn't help our state — it helps Howard Marklein. We deserve leaders who are actually invested in us.
$0–$99Paid for by Friends of Jenna S. JacobsonView ad on Meta
The choice in this race couldn't be clearer. During Howard Marklein's time in office, property taxes have climbed, our school funding system has gotten more broken, and life has gotten harder for the average Wisconsinite. This time around you have an alternative — and a real chance to make things better. Let's take it.
$0–$99Paid for by Friends of Jenna S. JacobsonView ad on Meta
As a mother to a daughter — and as a daughter whose mother and grandmother fought for women's rights — I am committed to protecting what they worked so hard to secure. The majority of Wisconsinites believe people should be able to access critical reproductive care. Politicians do not belong in the exam room. That decision belongs to patients and their doctors.
$0–$99Paid for by Friends of Jenna S. JacobsonView ad on Meta
Rain 🌧️ or shine ☀️ we're out knocking doors 🚪 and connecting with folks across district 17.
$0–$99Paid for by Friends of Jenna S. JacobsonView ad on Meta
When you actually get out and talk to people, it's clear — folks are worried and working hard just to get by. The affordability crisis is real and it's hitting families on every front. We hear you — and we're fighting for you.
$0–$99Paid for by Friends of Jenna S. JacobsonView ad on Meta
How this page was made
- Who made this
- Tarik Moody, in Milwaukee, independently. No ads, and no party, campaign or PAC money. Nobody has editorial input. About BadgerBrief
- How facts get in
- Ballot names come from the Wisconsin Elections Commission’s certified list, printed as you will see them. Votes are read from official roll calls; money from the Ethics Commission and the FEC. Positions and quotes appear only after a person checks each one against its source. Methodology
- Sources
- Last updated
- Not covered
- BadgerBrief does not rate, endorse or predict. Where a fact could not be sourced it is left out, not guessed. Local questions and city or village contests are on MyVote ↗.