Budget co-chair Sen. Howard Marklein running for reelection as more Assembly Republicans retire

By: Baylor Spears

Outlets: Wisconsin Examiner

Published: April 13, 2026

Words: 673

Last Updated: 2 months, 2 weeks ago

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Sen. Howard Marklein (R-Spring Green) announced his reelection bid on Monday — seeking a fourth term in the state Senate as other longtime Republicans are opting out of running.

Marklein was first elected to the state Senate in 2014 after serving two terms in the Assembly. He last won reelection in 2022 with 60% of the vote. This will be his first time running for reelection to the redrawn Senate District 17 under new voting …

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