Senator Jeff Smith

YouTube video by Senator Jeff Smith Nov 21, 2025 School Consolidation Update

In my video address this week, I joined Rep. Jodi Emerson and Rep. Christian Phelps to discuss how Republicans in the Assembly passed several bills offering financial incentives for Wisconsin school districts to merge.

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Today, is Veterans Day. It’s a day to honor our neighbors who have served our country overseas to secure our freedoms at home. Thank you to every veteran, and their families, for the sacrifices you have made to serve our great nation.

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Legislators, Community Table urge SNAP benefits to continue EAU CLAIRE — The state Legislature is not likely to approve last-minute funding to keep Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits in place for the 690,000 food share recipients in

"Smith noted that Republicans, who control both the Senate and Assembly, have already stated they would not seek to use state surplus dollars to cover the cost of SNAP benefits. About 260,000 children... benefit from SNAP."

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Republican legislators propose state grants for homeless veterans in Wisconsin The program would provide a $25 per day, per veteran grant to non-state entities already receiving federal per diem payments.

“This won’t reopen the veterans homes already lost by Republican inaction, and not a single cent would go to help veterans in the Chippewa Valley.”

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YouTube video by Senator Jeff Smith 10/17/25 | Sen. Jeff Smith and Rep. Ann Roe talk about the Wisconsin Opportunity Act

Rep. Ann Roe (D-Janesville) and I introduced the Wisconsin Opportunity Act earlier this week. This bill is a comprehensive initiative to address the root causes of poverty from every angle.

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YouTube video by Senator Jeff Smith Everyone Will Be Affected By This | October 10th, 2025

Thanks to Congressman @pocan.house.gov for joining me for this week’s video address to talk about the urgent need to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies to prevent unprecedented increases in insurance premiums.

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YouTube video by Senator Jeff Smith Voucher School Property Tax Transparency | September 12th, 2025 #chippewavalley #wisconsin

Yesterday, Rep. Deb Andraca and I introduced a bill that would disclose the cost of the voucher program on property owners’ tax bills. All of us are paying for voucher school program. And you should have the right to know how much it costs you.

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Wisconsin veterans home gave them a new life. Now it’s set to close Some Wisconsin lawmakers say it's time to put politics aside and prevent closures that could leave veterans with fewer services.

“It is not about Democrat or Republican. This is about people that we owe every available resource to, to be sure that they are able to recover or to have housing.”

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I'm proud to be part of the Build a Stronger Wisconsin bill package that was released today. It's up to the majority party now to move forward with these ideas. The ball is squarely in their court to do what’s right for Wisconsin workers.

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YouTube video by Senator Jeff Smith 8 29 25 Gail's Law Continues to Sit on Ice

The story of Gail Zeamer is one of courage, advocacy and heartbreaking injustice. Her legacy lives on through the hope of passing Gail’s Law (SB 264). I support Gail’s Law, which passed out of the Sen. Health Committee June 2nd, so let's get this done.

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Happy National Dog Day to all of the fellow dog owners out there!

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The Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Fund is a 35 year old program that makes public land available for all Wisconsinites to enjoy. Today, I am proud to co-author a bill to reauthorize this program for the next 6 years.

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YouTube video by Senator Jeff Smith August 15 | More is Needed to Support Wisconsin Child Care Providers

Childcare shouldn’t be a luxury or a patchwork solution. It should be a foundational part of our state’s economy and our families’ futures. We can't keep relying on short-term fixes. Let’s make affordable childcare a permanent part of Wisconsin’s promise.

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Thanks to River Source Family Center for taking time out of your day to host Lieutenant Governor Sara Rodriguez and me to learn more about all of the incredible work you do to support families in the Chippewa Falls area. Keep up the great work!

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On Tuesday, I accompanied @govevers.wisconsin.gov on a tour of the Chippewa Valley Free Clinic to learn about their incredible work, which is primarily fueled by volunteers. I’ll keep you all updated as we hear more about the impacts of federal cuts.

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Thank you, @govevers.wisconsin.gov, for your steady leadership during some very tumultuous times. You are a man of integrity who cares deeply about doing the right thing for the future of Wisconsin.

YouTube video by Senator Jeff Smith July 17th, 2025 -- Homeless Veterans Deserve Better

It's been quite a week with the news on Monday of the closure of Klein Hall for homeless veterans in Chippewa Falls on Sept. 30th. Yesterday, I introduced a bill to prevent the closure, but we need Republicans support to move it forward. I hope they will!

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Area legislators look to save Klein Hall from closure CHIPPEWA FALLS — Former State Sen. Dave Zien was in the Legislature when the Veteran Housing and Recovery Program, located at Klein Hall in Chippewa Falls, opened its doors in

“The reaction I’ve gotten is it’s shameful that politics has gotten in the way of housing our veterans, and I agree with them... This seems to be something that has alarmed people on both sides of the aisle. Republicans have a chance to redeem themselves.”

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2 Wisconsin veterans homes will close because they didn't get state funding The homes provide veterans and their spouses who are homeless, or who are at risk, with a place to stay while searching for permanent housing.

“It’s careless and callous to leave veterans out in the cold at a time when they need us the most,” said Smith, who represents the greater Eau Claire and southern Chippewa Falls area.

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WI lawmakers react to Gov. Evers’ state budget claims WI lawmakers react to Gov. Evers’ state budget claims

“We introduced an amendment on the floor during the budget hearing, or budget debate and they voted that down as well... It’s not unexpected, they were told this was going to happen, and it is happening now.”

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***For Immediate Release***
Closure of Chippewa Falls and Green Bay VHRP Facilities Looms Without Immediate Action

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CF veterans homeless shelter to close CHIPPEWA FALLS — The Veteran Housing and Recovery Program located at Klein Hall in Chippewa Falls will close by Sept. 30, Gov. Tony Evers announced Monday.

“Nevertheless, Republican lawmakers ultimately rejected Gov. Evers’ request, instead approving $0 in new funding for the program, which will now cause two of the three VHRP locations to close."

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Correction:
“I, along with my Democratic colleagues, proposed an amendment to the budget to fund it, but it failed with all but one Republican voting (against) the Amendment. It’s careless and callous to leave veterans out in the cold at a time when they need us the most.”

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Story: www.jsonline.com/.../wisconsi...

Link to the Senate Democrats proposed amendment to keep Klein Hall open: docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/.../sb45/sa1...

Gov. Evers Press Release: content.govdelivery.com/.../WIGOV/bu...

Here is my official statement about the recent announcement of the closure of Klein Hall for homeless veterans in Chippewa Falls:

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Healthcare support in the new Wisconsin budget The budget is considered a compromise from both sides of the aisle, but lawmakers seem to agree that it is a win for healthcare.

“It meant a lot that we passed the bill in time so that we raised our hospital assessment from 1.8% to 6%,” State Senator Jeff Smith, (D) Brunswick, said. “What that does is bring federal money into the state and into our hospitals.”

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YouTube video by Senator Jeff Smith Wisconsin State Budget | July 2nd, 2025

Today, I voted yes on the bipartisan state budget agreement negotiated by Governor Evers and legislative leaders... our number one priority was shoring up our healthcare infrastructure.

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Here's the press release on my vote for the budget compromise bill tonight: