Wisconsin State Assembly District 26

Current seat holder: Joe Sheehan.

John Belanger

John Belanger

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Campaign site

Taxes, budget & cost of living: “As a husband and father of three kids, I see how rising costs are stretching our families thin. I believe we can lower your property tax burden while also investing in our schools. The State of Wisconsin has a significant budget surplus - let's work together to reduce property taxes for families, provide resources directly to the classroom, and build a strong future for the next generation.” (Campaign website (accessed Oct 23, 2026))
Housing & infrastructure: “As demand for technology infrastructure continues to grow, it's important that we proceed responsibly. That's why I support legislation preventing data centers from passing costs on to residents and taxpayers along with protecting our water resources from overuse. Big tech needs to pay their own way, not put costs on the back of our communities, residents, and local governments.” (Campaign website (accessed Oct 23, 2026))

Joe Sheehan

Joe Sheehan earned a bachelor's degree from Michigan State University, a graduate degree from the University of Houston, and a Ph.D. from Marquette University.

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Campaign site

Campaign priorities & governance: ““So far this year, I have knocked on thousands of doors in District 26 and the #1 concern people have is how they are going to pay their bills.”” (Campaign website (accessed Oct 23, 2026))
Jobs, economy & workforce: ““We’re in this together.” That’s more than a campaign slogan – it’s how I’ve tried to live my life over nearly four decades as an educator, coach, and community member. The number one thing I hear from people is simple: they want leaders who will work together. They’re tired of the political bickering. I believe our best solutions come from listening to one another, finding common ground, and working across differences to get the job done for Sheboygan and Wisconsin.” (Campaign website (accessed Oct 23, 2026))
Campaign priorities & governance: “For good things to happen, I’ve learned over the years that the right people have to be at the table – the right experts, community partners, and the people whose lives are directly affected by the decisions we make. That’s the approach I’ve brought to Madison as your State Representative: listening first, working together, and focusing on practical solutions instead of partisan politics.” (Campaign website (accessed Oct 23, 2026))