Press Releases

Representative Hurd Appointed to the Joint Finance Committee

Today, Representative Karen Hurd (R-Withee) was appointed by Assembly Speaker Robin Vos to serve on the Joint Finance Committee (JFC) for the 2025-26 Legislative Session.

Representative Hurd's Memorial Day Address 2024

Representative Hurd's 2024 Memorial Day Address.

Chippewa Valley Legislators Announce $15 million for Emergency Departments

Republican legislators across the Chippewa Valley Friday morning introduced legislation that re-allocates $15 million in previously unused funds to support emergency departments in Chippewa and Eau Claire counties. This move would ensure continued access to essential services in the wake of HSHS’ departure.

Chippewa Valley Legislators Introduce Refugee Resettlement Notification Bill

State Representatives Karen Hurd (R-Fall Creek), Rob Summerfield (R-Bloomer), Clint Moses (R-Menomonie), Treig Pronschinske (R-Mondovi), Warren Petryk (R-Town of Washington), and David Armstrong (R-Rice Lake) along with State Senators Cory Tomczyk (R-Mosinee), Jesse James (R-Altoona) circulated legislation today that would require public notice for potential refugee resettlements in Wisconsin.

2023 68th Assembly District First Responders of the Year

Representative Hurd presented Eau Claire Fire Department Paramedics with the 2023 “First Responders of the Year” award

Representative Hurd Votes in Favor of Non-Partisan Redistricting Bill

A non-partisan redistricting bill based on the Iowa model passes with bi-partisan vote

Representative Hurd Votes to Expand Access to Quality Childcare

Representative Hurd co-authored the “Choices in Childcare” package, aimed at helping families and increasing accessibility

Representative Hurd Appointed Chairman of Childhood Obesity Taskforce

The task force aims to combat obesity and its associated health risks among children

Representative Hurd Welcomed to CSG Midwestern Energy and Environment Committee

Representative Hurd Proudly Supports “Returning Your Surplus”

The package is estimated to cut the state’s tax burden by over $2.9 billion with average filer seeing savings of $772.

Representative Hurd Completes Regional Leadership Institute

Representative Hurd along with 37 other Midwestern Legislators Complete Regional Leadership Institute

2023 Budget Summary with Veto

2023 Budget Summary with Veto