Swing district Republican Rep. Dean Kaufert of Neenah announces retirement

By: Baylor Spears

Outlets: Wisconsin Examiner

Published: April 27, 2026

Words: 793

Last Updated: 2 months, 2 weeks ago

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Rep. Dean Kaufert (R-Neenah) criticized heavy spending in state legislative races, which is likely to continue this year, as he announced his retirement Monday. His departure creates an open race for a swing Assembly district that could help determine control of the Assembly.

Kaufert said in a statement that family and health concerns have led him to retirement.

“After a great deal of thought and reflection, there comes a time when you …

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