Wisconsin State Assembly District 49

Current seat holder: Travis Tranel.

Travis Tranel

Tranel owned and operated his own dairy farm, Tranel Farms USA, Inc, before assuming office. He is a graduate of Loras College with degrees in economics and finance.

· Official legislative page · Ballotpedia

Campaign site

Economy & Cost of Living: “Feel free to take a look around, and remember that my door is always open. Don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions, concerns or ideas. We are always available to help and serve! My job as your representative in Madison is to work for you and listen to your concerns, so feel free to reach out!” (Official legislative website)
Agriculture & Rural Communities: “Travis, a 5th generation dairy farmer, grew up on his family’s dairy farm in southern Grant County, near Cuba City. There Travis learned the conservative values of hard work, family and the importance of living within one’s means..” (Campaign website)
Education: “This upbringing instilled Travis with an entrepreneurial spirit. While in grade school he started his first business, T&T Labradors. For his efforts he was recognized by the Entrepreneur Institute, of Milwaukee, as the Youth Entrepreneur of the Year.” (Campaign website)

John Rindy

John Rindy earned a high school diploma from Cuba City High School and an associate degree from Southwest Wisconsin Technical College in 1993.

· Ballotpedia

Campaign site

Campaign priorities & governance: “Assembly District 49 is in the heart of the Driftless Region, the most beautiful area of the state. I feel it is important to preserve its beauty for generations to come.” (Campaign website (accessed Oct 23, 2026))
Jobs, economy & workforce: “As our economy grows, it is imperative for it to grow for every business and individual while preserving our natural resources. I will fight to protect our land, water, recreational areas, and state parks.” (Campaign website (accessed Oct 23, 2026))
Energy, environment & agriculture: “For over 30 years, the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program has been a champion of preserving our forests, prairies, streams and lakes. All of us benefit from their work and dedication to the environment and natural resources. I support Knowles-Nelson program funding and land acquisition funding fully. As your representative, I will defend the Driftless Region’s and Wisconsin’s nature and wildlife areas for future generations to enjoy. Knowles-Nelson must be funded in the next session of legislature.” (Campaign website (accessed Oct 23, 2026))