State Senator Jesse James

05/08/2026

Huge thanks to Wisconsin Community Action Program Association, West CAP, and Indianhead Community Action Agency for your support and guidance to our constituents across Wisconsin!

Where Leadership Meets Community Action.

Wisconsin State Senator Jesse James of District 23 says, “The services provided by our local community action agencies are vital to my constituents. Housing, transportation, and education supports are particularly important for rural communities who might be forgotten otherwise. These resources strengthen families and communities by creating another pathway to stability and efficiency. I am so glad to have agencies like Indianhead Community Action Agency and West CAP working hard in the 23rd Senate district.”

Thank you Senator Jesse L. James for supporting Community Action!

05/01/2026

Today marks the start of Mental Health Awareness Month. Supporting mental health has been one of my core priorities, both as a legislator and in law enforcement. It’s a complex issue that touches many lives across our communities.

Please remember to take time for yourself, and know that resources are available if you or someone you know is struggling.

NAMI Wisconsin SAMHSA United Way 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline

05/01/2026

What a AWESOME celebration day in our Chippewa Valley! Rogers Behavioral Health broke ground in Chippewa County, broke ground University of Wisconsin-Stout for their new Rec Center, and we celebrated over 346 years of educators from the Chippewa Falls Area Unified School District who are retiring. Great seeing Representative Clint Moses, Representative Rob Summerfield, Rep. Karen Hurd, Senator Romaine Robert Quinn, Sen. Smith and Rep. Emerson.

Thank you to everyone who came together and made this happen, especially to my Roger’s peeps. You all are amazing and this wouldn’t have happened if you didn’t believe in the Chippewa Valley. Services which are very much needed and I am glad to be a small part of this legacy.

04/30/2026

What better way to celebrate than on the day of Rogers Groundbreaking Ceremony in Chippewa Falls! 🐶

Meet Kobe, the therapy dog for Rogers Behavioral Health in Oconomowoc. Kobe is a vital team member and serves as a friendly presence, bringing comfort, smiles, and a little extra joy to patients each day! My staff members and I had the pleasure of meeting him, and he is amazing at his job!

04/29/2026

Today is National Fentanyl Awareness Day💊⚠️ Know the signs and save a life.

04/27/2026

LOVED attending the Girl Scouts of Distinction ceremony yesterday with Representative Rob Summerfield in Brunswick at the West Creek Event Center.

There were a number of troops who recognized a total of 35 bronze award recipients. The Troop projects included sewn blankets and pillows, made sitting benches, bird houses, nursery bat houses, for Camp Nawakwa.

A total of 9 Girls Scouts from 5 troops earned Silver Awards. Troop 3226 from Menomonie made placards of artifacts at the Wilson House, Troop 3419 Osseo made hiking box on Ice Age trail for Camp Nawakwa, Troop 3475 Hadley Bourget did the renovation of a bathroom at Hobbs in Camp Nawkwa, and she even thanked her little brother for all the help. Abby Weltzin cleaned up with landscaping idea so Smoky Bear sign wouldn’t get stolen. Troop 3365 Ella Books Evelyn Sarbeck solar powered light at ice skating rink Wheaton Park.

Gold Awards-Aubrey Mancl from Fall Creek, Hailey Hince from Cameron, and Alena Otto from Bloomer earned highest level in Girl Scouts. Only 6% earn of Girl Scouts earn this award.
Alena did emergency preparation training for her school in Bloomer. Hailey Hince did pickleball equipment and kits donated to library. Aubrey Mancl Polinary garden for dementia members, created word search and crosswords for them as well.

Congratulations to all. This includes those recognized as volunteers.

04/27/2026

This is AMAZING! Huge congratulations to everyone at Cornell Schools for supporting the bright futures of our students!🎉📝👏

🎉 Big news for Cornell Elementary School! 🎉

We are incredibly proud to share that Cornell Elementary has been named a 2024–25 Wisconsin School of Recognition by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction—and even more exciting, we earned recognition in all three categories: High Achieving, High Progress, and High Impact!

This outstanding accomplishment reflects the hard work and dedication of our students, staff, and families. Together, we are committed to supporting every learner and creating opportunities for success for all.

Thank you to our entire Cornell community for making this possible—we are so proud to be a part of it! 💙💛

04/24/2026

Saturday, April 25th is Drug Take Back Day! Take a look below for a collection site near you:

https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/opioids/drug-take-back-day.htm

04/20/2026

Yesterday, I joined Rep. Karen Hurd and ABATE of Wisconsin Region 4C for one of their region meetings. We discussed legislative wins, policy priorities for ABATE, and advocacy suggestions for next session! Thanks so much for inviting me!

04/14/2026

Newest Chippewa Valley Eagle Scout Troop 71 Elliott Munsinger! Congratulations!
What a great Sunday afternoon celebrating Elliott, his parents, siblings, and grandparents. This is the 2nd 8th grader we have recognized from this troop. Wow!
Representative Clint Moses and I presented Elliott with a citation and flags flown over our Capitol. He earned well over the required merit badges, 49 total! Thank you for the invite!

04/14/2026

From the bottom of my heart, thank you for letting me be a part of the 23rd Senate District family. It has been an honor.