State Senator Dianne H. Hesselbein
@senhesselbein.bsky.social
Proudly representing the constituents of Wisconsin's 27th Senate District and serving as @senatedemswi.bsky.social Leader
Beam me up! My signature is now on the steel beam that will stand at the heart of the new Wisconsin History Center. It will double the size of the former Wisconsin Historical Museum and provide a modern and world-class setting for our State's collections and resources.
November 12, 2025 at 10:59 PM
Beam me up! My signature is now on the steel beam that will stand at the heart of the new Wisconsin History Center. It will double the size of the former Wisconsin Historical Museum and provide a modern and world-class setting for our State's collections and resources.
Yesterday, at the Verona Police Department @repbare.bsky.social and I honored two law enforcement professionals, Sergeant Matt Kile and his K9 partner Drea, as First Responders of the Year in the 80th Assembly District. We honor their service and dedication. Congratulations!
November 5, 2025 at 10:37 PM
Yesterday, at the Verona Police Department @repbare.bsky.social and I honored two law enforcement professionals, Sergeant Matt Kile and his K9 partner Drea, as First Responders of the Year in the 80th Assembly District. We honor their service and dedication. Congratulations!
I joined Rep. Mike Bare and County Executive Melissa Agard to launch an emergency food drive and stock shelves at Badger Prairie Needs Network. It will take weeks to re-start food assistance for hungry Wisconsinites. It's all hands on deck to combat Trump's cruel and unlawful refusal to fund SNAP.
November 4, 2025 at 10:41 PM
I joined Rep. Mike Bare and County Executive Melissa Agard to launch an emergency food drive and stock shelves at Badger Prairie Needs Network. It will take weeks to re-start food assistance for hungry Wisconsinites. It's all hands on deck to combat Trump's cruel and unlawful refusal to fund SNAP.
Thank you Congressman Pocan, Representative Stubbs, Senator Ratcliff, Representative Joers, Representative Mayadev and Representative Udell for coming together against the Trump Administration's cruel and unlawful refusal to fund SNAP, which feeds hungry families, children and seniors.
October 30, 2025 at 9:41 PM
Thank you Congressman Pocan, Representative Stubbs, Senator Ratcliff, Representative Joers, Representative Mayadev and Representative Udell for coming together against the Trump Administration's cruel and unlawful refusal to fund SNAP, which feeds hungry families, children and seniors.
Sad to say goodbye to Davit Gharibyan, a US State Department Professional Fellow, who has been with my office for a month. His skills are impressive! We have learned much about Armenia including sampling Ararat, an Armenian brandy that has been produced for over 130 years!
October 16, 2025 at 9:43 PM
Sad to say goodbye to Davit Gharibyan, a US State Department Professional Fellow, who has been with my office for a month. His skills are impressive! We have learned much about Armenia including sampling Ararat, an Armenian brandy that has been produced for over 130 years!
What an honor to salute the First Responder of the Year from the 81st Assembly District, Assistant Chief Gary Gillitzer of the Middleton Fire District at a Capitol Ceremony today. He's served with honor and distinction for more than 41 years Thank you for your service!
October 14, 2025 at 9:01 PM
What an honor to salute the First Responder of the Year from the 81st Assembly District, Assistant Chief Gary Gillitzer of the Middleton Fire District at a Capitol Ceremony today. He's served with honor and distinction for more than 41 years Thank you for your service!
Today, we honor the resilience and sovereignty of Indigenous peoples and the many contributions they have made and shared throughout the centuries.
October 13, 2025 at 10:38 PM
Today, we honor the resilience and sovereignty of Indigenous peoples and the many contributions they have made and shared throughout the centuries.
Always a pleasure to spend time with the caring and talented people at WayForward Resources. Their work ensures people all across Dane County have access to nutritious food and the support they need to stay in their homes. I am honored to champion that mission!
October 12, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Always a pleasure to spend time with the caring and talented people at WayForward Resources. Their work ensures people all across Dane County have access to nutritious food and the support they need to stay in their homes. I am honored to champion that mission!
On a beautiful Friday afternoon, I am out visiting with my constituents. Hearing directly from you -- at your front door -- keeps me in touch with what matters to you. If I miss you, please email Sen.Hesselbein@legis.wisconsin.gov or call 608-266-6670! I want to hear from you!
October 10, 2025 at 9:55 PM
On a beautiful Friday afternoon, I am out visiting with my constituents. Hearing directly from you -- at your front door -- keeps me in touch with what matters to you. If I miss you, please email Sen.Hesselbein@legis.wisconsin.gov or call 608-266-6670! I want to hear from you!
Honored to stand with Legislative Democrats to introduce bills focused on the success of our students at Wisconsin's Universities and at Wisconsin's Technical Colleges. We can grow our workforce, improve affordability, and ensure higher ed is within the reach of more families. Let's get it done!
October 9, 2025 at 10:13 PM
Honored to stand with Legislative Democrats to introduce bills focused on the success of our students at Wisconsin's Universities and at Wisconsin's Technical Colleges. We can grow our workforce, improve affordability, and ensure higher ed is within the reach of more families. Let's get it done!
Today is World Educator Day. Thank you to all the teachers and educators who have made such a positive impact on us...and who work so hard to make sure today's students and young people grow and learn everyday!
October 5, 2025 at 10:06 PM
Today is World Educator Day. Thank you to all the teachers and educators who have made such a positive impact on us...and who work so hard to make sure today's students and young people grow and learn everyday!
Café con Leche is a friendly monthly gathering my office hosts where staff and legislators come together over coffee to learn and practice Spanish. Thanks to José in my office for organizing this popular and engaging way to improve our ability to communicate with all our constituents!
September 29, 2025 at 4:26 PM
Café con Leche is a friendly monthly gathering my office hosts where staff and legislators come together over coffee to learn and practice Spanish. Thanks to José in my office for organizing this popular and engaging way to improve our ability to communicate with all our constituents!
There are nine Public Library branches in the beautiful 27th District, including Alicia Ashman on Madison’s West Side, where I stopped in the other day. It’s Library Card Sign-up Month, the perfect time to “check out” our outstanding public libraries.
September 26, 2025 at 8:52 PM
There are nine Public Library branches in the beautiful 27th District, including Alicia Ashman on Madison’s West Side, where I stopped in the other day. It’s Library Card Sign-up Month, the perfect time to “check out” our outstanding public libraries.
Trump’s Big, Ugly, Bill targets Planned Parenthood. Abortion is and remains legal in Wisconsin. @repgreta.bsky.social and I are speaking out.
September 25, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Trump’s Big, Ugly, Bill targets Planned Parenthood. Abortion is and remains legal in Wisconsin. @repgreta.bsky.social and I are speaking out.
The 2025-26 Wisconsin Blue Book is here! These popular books are a valuable resource to legislators and the public alike. I’d be glad to send you one! Simply fill out the form on my website:
legis.wisconsin.gov/senate/27/hesselbein/blue-book-request/
legis.wisconsin.gov/senate/27/hesselbein/blue-book-request/
September 22, 2025 at 8:51 PM
The 2025-26 Wisconsin Blue Book is here! These popular books are a valuable resource to legislators and the public alike. I’d be glad to send you one! Simply fill out the form on my website:
legis.wisconsin.gov/senate/27/hesselbein/blue-book-request/
legis.wisconsin.gov/senate/27/hesselbein/blue-book-request/
For more than 100 years, the Heart Association has been investing in research, promoting healthy habits, and fighting heart disease and stroke. Thanks to Wisconsin Heart Association volunteers who visited with me and for all you do to help our communities thrive!
September 21, 2025 at 2:42 PM
For more than 100 years, the Heart Association has been investing in research, promoting healthy habits, and fighting heart disease and stroke. Thanks to Wisconsin Heart Association volunteers who visited with me and for all you do to help our communities thrive!
Important discussions at the Dane County Farm Bureau Annual Meeting. In Dane County, farmers face challenges that make farming operations less sustainable and just plain harder. Ensuring a stronger, more resilient future for our farmers is vital. We have work to do!
September 20, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Important discussions at the Dane County Farm Bureau Annual Meeting. In Dane County, farmers face challenges that make farming operations less sustainable and just plain harder. Ensuring a stronger, more resilient future for our farmers is vital. We have work to do!
I am inspired every day by the families and veterans who have shared their stories with me. Today, we honor the courage of prisoners of war and we resolve to continue the search for all who never came home.
September 19, 2025 at 9:02 PM
I am inspired every day by the families and veterans who have shared their stories with me. Today, we honor the courage of prisoners of war and we resolve to continue the search for all who never came home.
It was a pleasure to talk with nurse anesthetists from my district. And gratifying to celebrate the bipartisan Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Modernization Act which I co-sponsored and which was recently signed into law. It will improve access to health care!
September 18, 2025 at 8:43 PM
It was a pleasure to talk with nurse anesthetists from my district. And gratifying to celebrate the bipartisan Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Modernization Act which I co-sponsored and which was recently signed into law. It will improve access to health care!
As a graduate of the UW-Oshkosh and the mom of a recent UW-Oshkosh graduate, it was a pleasure to meet with our new Chancellor Dr. Manohar Singh. Thanks to Dr. Singh for sharing news and updates with me. I’ll keep following all the good things happening on campus!
September 17, 2025 at 8:20 PM
As a graduate of the UW-Oshkosh and the mom of a recent UW-Oshkosh graduate, it was a pleasure to meet with our new Chancellor Dr. Manohar Singh. Thanks to Dr. Singh for sharing news and updates with me. I’ll keep following all the good things happening on campus!
Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs through October 15, is a wonderful celebration of Hispanic and Latino culture and history!
September 16, 2025 at 7:51 PM
Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs through October 15, is a wonderful celebration of Hispanic and Latino culture and history!
It is past time Republicans in the legislature took action on a bill that is plain and simple the right thing to do: providing free, healthy meals to hungry school children. Let’s get this done!
September 15, 2025 at 9:50 PM
It is past time Republicans in the legislature took action on a bill that is plain and simple the right thing to do: providing free, healthy meals to hungry school children. Let’s get this done!
I saw the power of art and dance at a recent Arts for All adaptive dance performance. Arts for All expands the capabilities, confidence, and quality of life for children and adults with disabilities and has been doing so since 1985. Thanks for the invite and the tour!
September 14, 2025 at 5:01 PM
I saw the power of art and dance at a recent Arts for All adaptive dance performance. Arts for All expands the capabilities, confidence, and quality of life for children and adults with disabilities and has been doing so since 1985. Thanks for the invite and the tour!
Mazomanie is an historic gem in the beautiful 27th Senate District. Lots of beautiful, old buildings including The Mazo Railroad Depot. And the 1855 Coffee House in a renovated bank building! Highly recommend a visit.
September 13, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Mazomanie is an historic gem in the beautiful 27th Senate District. Lots of beautiful, old buildings including The Mazo Railroad Depot. And the 1855 Coffee House in a renovated bank building! Highly recommend a visit.
Senator Hesselbein: “Violence is the never the answer. We stand together to condemn this violence wherever it happens and we promise and pledge we will work with anyone to stop it from happening again.”
September 12, 2025 at 8:43 PM
Senator Hesselbein: “Violence is the never the answer. We stand together to condemn this violence wherever it happens and we promise and pledge we will work with anyone to stop it from happening again.”