Wisconsin State Assembly — District 98Certified ballot
Jim Piwowarczyk
Is Jim Piwowarczyk on the November 3 ballot?
Jim Piwowarczyk is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Wisconsin State Assembly — District 98, as the incumbent. One other candidate is on the ballot.
As printed · ballot order
- Jim Piwowarczyk· this pageRepublicanIncumbent
- Matt PhilibertDemocratic
ⓘ 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 →ⓘ What is a voting record showing me?
A roll-call vote is a recorded yes/no vote in the legislature; 'aye' means yes and 'no' means no. A 'deciding vote' is one that changed the outcome. These are the candidate's actual recorded votes, linked to the official record.
How we do this →Voting record
Recorded floor votes Jim Piwowarczyk cast in the Wisconsin Legislature, newest first, across the 2025 session. Every entry links to its official roll call and the full bill. We don’t rate or score votes.
278
Recorded votes
267
Voted yes
1
Voted no
96%
Participation
10 did not vote
Wisconsin Watch’s questionnaire
Wisconsin Watch, a nonprofit newsroom, asked candidates for this office the same questions.
Wisconsin Watch’s guide shows no response. See Jim Piwowarczyk’s page on 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.
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Today, I joined my Republican colleagues and Rep. Ortiz-Velez in a letter to our congressional delegation requesting legislation to repeal vehicle emissions inspections in the 7 southeastern Wisconsin counties. 'As members of the Wisconsin State Legislature, we write today to urge our federal delegation to introduce and support legislation repealing the vehicle inspection and maintenance program requirements under the Clean Air Act. As stewards of this earth, we recognize the important duty to care for Wisconsin’s natural beauty and environment. However, the vehicle inspection and maintenance program is no longer useful due to the economic burdens on citizens and technological advancements reducing the need for testing. If successful, this would allow Wisconsin to end this regulatory burden that has been enacted since 1984 on seven southeastern counties. Wisconsin taxpayers have shouldered substantial costs for this program, which has amounted to approximately $271.4 million by fiscal year 2023-2024. Many Wisconsinites are probably not aware of the one-cent-per-gallon tax on petroleum products that funds this program. This is also not considering the vehicle repair costs incurred by typically lower-income Wisconsinites who own older vehicles that fail inspection. Due to advancements in technology, vehicles have seen a notable increase in efficiencies and a decrease in emissions. In 2021 and 2022, only 3.1% and 3% of all vehicles tested failed inspection. When broken down by categories, we see the technological advancements more clearly. In 2021, failure rates were 8.2% for 1996-2009 models; 1.6% for 2010-2019 models; and below 1% for 2016-2019 models. This evidence shows modern vehicles have substantially improved emission-reduction technology and are less prone to failures. Additionally, more modern vehicles are continuing to make up a larger share of the current supply as older models are phased out. With less than 1% of modern vehicles failing inspection, statistical improvements are negligible, rendering blanket testing largely unnecessary for maintaining air quality standards. The Wisconsin Legislature has previously considered measures to limit or terminate the program, reflecting local frustrations with its diminishing returns. Repealing the mandate for inspection programs in nonattainment areas would represent an extraordinary step by Congress, and we recognize the significance of this request. However, we believe that the continuance of this program will not significantly improve air quality and reduce emissions, but instead continue to tax Wisconsinites for a program that has outlived its usefulness. We appreciate your thoughtful consideration of this proposal.'
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Proud to have my bill signed into law!
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The Wisconsin State Assembly has passed a package of bills aimed at protecting the state’s land, institutions, and residents from foreign adversaries. The legislation strengthens safeguards against hostile governments and ensures that Wisconsin’s resources and sensitive information remain secure. Representative Piwowarczyk (R-Town of Erin) released the following statement: Wisconsin should never be for sale to hostile foreign governments. These bills send a clear message that we are serious about protecting our land, data, universities, and citizens from foreign influence and intimidation. These reforms put Wisconsin’s security and sovereignty first. Summary of the legislation: • Assembly Bill 30 – Bars foreign adversaries from acquiring or holding property in Wisconsin, closes loopholes in current land laws, and prevents the use of eminent domain for wind or solar projects. • Assembly Bill 662 – Prohibits the state and state agencies from contracting with businesses headquartered in or controlled by foreign adversary nations. • Assembly Bill 663 – Restricts University of Wisconsin System institutions from forming academic or research partnerships or accepting grants from foreign adversary nations, with limited exceptions subject to federal risk assessments and Board of Regents oversight. • Assembly Bill 672 – Increases penalties for transnational repression committed on behalf of foreign governments or terrorist organizations and creates a new felony for the unauthorized enforcement of foreign laws in Wisconsin. • Assembly Bill 673 – Prohibits Wisconsin medical and research facilities from using genetic sequencing technology linked to foreign adversaries and bars storing residents’ genetic data in those countries. • Assembly Bill 415 – Strengthens state cybersecurity by restricting the use of software, applications, and generative AI controlled by foreign adversaries, while establishing statewide policies to manage supply chain risks and protect state systems. This legislative package is part of Wisconsin’s ongoing effort to safeguard its sovereignty, protect critical infrastructure, and defend Wisconsin residents against foreign influence.
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🚨 Honoring a Local Hero 🚨 Yesterday, I had the privilege of presenting the 2025 First Responder of the Year Award for the 98th Assembly District to Deputy Anthony Rauch of the Washington County Sheriff’s Department. On June 26th, Deputy Rauch responded to a serious emergency on I-41 after multiple 911 calls reported a vehicle driving dangerously and eventually crashing into the woods off Hwy 144. When he arrived, the vehicle was heavily damaged, smoking, and the driver was unresponsive. Without hesitation, Deputy Rauch broke the window, entered the vehicle, and pulled the driver to safety, moments before the car caught fire. Thanks to his quick thinking and bravery, a life was saved that day. Deputy Rauch's actions represent the very best of public service. I’m incredibly proud to recognize him with this well-deserved award, and grateful for the courage and dedication shown by all our first responders here in Washington County. Please join me in thanking Deputy Rauch and all who serve and protect our community every day.
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In October I will be recognizing The First Responder of the Year! If you have someone in mind that lives or works in my district please email my office Rep.Piwowarczyk@legis.wisconsin.gov
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Today, Wisconsin State Representative Robin Vos, Senator Julian Bradley, and I testified on Assembly Bill 24 in the Assembly Committee on Criminal Justice and Public Safety. AB 24 aims to improve cooperation between local law enforcement and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or ICE, to enhance public safety and protect our communities. As a former law enforcement officer, I have seen firsthand how important it is to keep dangerous individuals off our streets, AB 24 is a good first step in helping achieve that.
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