Serving Chippewa, Dunn, Eau Claire and Trempealeau Counties 

Sen. Smith's Press Releases

Senator Smith and Democratic Leader Hesselbein Address Child Care Crisis at Community Roundtable

State Senator Jeff Smith (D-Brunswick) and Senate Democratic Leader Dianne Hesselbein (D-Middleton) hosted a community roundtable to discuss child care affordability challenges as Child Care Bridge Payments end.

Sen. Smith Statement Regarding Spending Bill Failure in the Senate

Senator Jeff Smith (D-Brunswick) released the following statement regarding the failure of the May 2026 Special Session Assembly Bill 1.

Sen. Smith Introduces Resolution to Keep Legislature in Session

Senator Jeff Smith (D-Brunswick) introduced a privileged resolution today calling on the Wisconsin Senate to schedule additional floor session days to address rising costs.

Eau Claire Lawmakers Introduce Premium Assistance Tax Credit to Protect Affordable Health Coverage

Sen. Jeff Smith (D-Eau Claire) and Rep. Christian Phelps (D-Eau Claire) introduced legislation to create a state level Premium Assistance Individual Income Tax Credit to help Wisconsinites maintain access to affordable health coverage.

Legislation Would Restore Local Control Over Shoreland Zoning

Senator Jeff Smith (D-Brunswick) and Representative Vincent Miresse (D-Stevens Point) introduced legislation that would restore local control over Wisconsin's shoreland zoning ordinances.

Sen. Smith Statement on Governor Evers' Final State of the State Address

Senator Jeff Smith (D-Brunswick) released the following statement on Governor Evers' final State of the State Address.

Legislative Integrity Begins With Where You Live

Representative Lee Snodgrass (D - Appleton) and Senator Jeff Smith (D- Brunswick) introduce legislation regarding legislators' requirements to have legal residency in the district they represent. 

Wisconsin Democrats Push for Stronger Protections for Student Loan Borrowers

Senator Jeff Smith (D-Brunswick) and his Democratic colleagues introduce a bill to strengthen oversight of student loan services and protect Wisconsinites from predatory and deceptive practice loaning practices.