WI Legislative Black Caucus

09/22/2026

09/22/2026

Grateful for The Capital Times exclusive on the State Legislature’s efforts to save the lives of Black babies. This month I was blessed to have welcomed my daughter into the world with no complications, but this is not a luxury all Black mothers and their babies have in Wisconsin.

For years, members of the WI Legislative Black Caucus have pushed for policy to put an end to the Black Infant Mortality Crisis. Yet, despite our efforts to pass legislation to save lives, Republican leadership in the State Legislature has refused to even give our bills a public hearing.

Senator LaTonya Johnson said it best: “It's not discriminatory that it’s kids who look like us that are dying, but it’s discriminatory because we want to fix it?”.

The data speaks for itself, but it is not a priority for Republican leadership. That is why they placed a Constitutional Amendment Referendum (Question 3) on your ballot to ban DEI programs and stop us from doing our job and saving these lives despite our objection.

As legislators, we will not stop fighting until we create a healthier world for all Wisconsinites.

https://captimes.com/news/health/how-a-fight-to-save-wisconsins-black-babies-keeps-hitting-a-dead-end/article_3a42c984-4479-414d-8e41-93985eb13c9b.html

08/11/2026

It's election day in Wisconsin! Make sure you get out and vote! You can find your polling place at myvote.wi.gov

08/06/2026

Today on August 6th, 1965, the Voting Rights Act was signed into law, marking a landmark moment in American history. As the United States Supreme Court continues to gut this landmark legislation, we must learn from its origins and organize so our nation does not repeat its historical mistakes. Swipe through to learn about the events that led to its passage and its role in strengthening federal protections against racial discrimination in voting.

07/23/2026

Following the death of Corey Ruiz of Madison at the hands of local police officers the members of the Wisconsin Legislative Black Caucus have released the following statement.

07/20/2026

This past Saturday, on National Nelson Mandela International Day, the world celebrated his birthday and honored his monumental life. Nelson Mandela dedicated himself to service, equality, and justice. From his profound leadership to the current and future generations he continues to inspire, his legacy lives on through the example he set and the countless people who embody his spirit and carry on his work every day.

07/16/2026

07/07/2026

July is BIPOC Mental Health Awareness Month. Mental healthcare should be accessible to everyone, yet many Black, Indigenous, and other communities of color continue to face barriers to treatment. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), Black community members have an annual treatment rate of 38.5% compared to a treatment rate of 57.9% for White community members. Our caucus is dedicated to expanding affordable mental health coverage and investing in culturally competent care providers. This ensures that every Wisconsinite has access to the necessary services to maintain their health and thrive in our state.

07/03/2026

Congratulations to our member Wisconsin State Representative Shelia Stubbs on this phenomenal achievement!

State Rep. Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) has been honored with the Wisconsin Counties Association’s "Outstanding Legislator Award" for the 2025-2026 Legislative Session, an award given to legislators who…

06/30/2026

Today, we recognize dedicated advocate, organizer, and public servant Alderman Camden Hargrove, the first Black out transgender man elected to public office in Wisconsin and second in the nation..

Camden Hargrove has spent more than a decade creating opportunities for LGBTQ+ people, communities of color, and young people through grassroots organizing, public policy, and civic engagement. After graduating from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Camden began his advocacy at the Gender and Sexuality Campus Center and GSAFE, where he worked to create safer, more affirming spaces for LGBTQ+ youth. He later served in national leadership roles with the National LGBTQ Task Force and the National Black Justice Coalition.

Earlier this year, Camden was elected as the Ward 8 Alderperson for the City of Menomonie, where he continues his lifelong commitment to public service by advocating for policies that build a stronger, more connected community.