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Wisconsin Assembly, District 36/Asamblea de Wisconsin, Distrito 36

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    Shena Chapman
    (Ind)

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    Jeffrey L. Mursau
    (Rep)

Biographical Information

Please describe your priorities for your term in office and your specific qualifications to effectively address those issues.

What do you see as the most pressing housing-related issue in Wisconsin, and what policies, if any, would you support to address the issue?

What redistricting process, if any, do you believe the legislature should put in place before the next national census to ensure fair representation for voters?

What, if anything, will you do to ensure our schools have the resources to improve outcomes for its students, including those with disabilities?

What guardrails, if any, would you support to protect our environment, health, property values, and household budgets from large projects such as hyperscale data centers and Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFOs)?

Committee Chapman for Assembly
Campaign Phone 715-330-1563
Campaign Mailing Address N1914 Cty Rd BB
Marinette, WI 54143
My top priorities are protecting clean drinking water by addressing PFAS contamination, strengthening our public schools through responsible and sustainable funding, and supporting economic growth that creates good-paying jobs while helping small businesses succeed. I also believe government should be transparent, fiscally responsible, and focused on solving problems rather than partisan politics.

I am running as an Independent because I believe people should always come before political parties. My experience as a caregiver, paraprofessional, small business owner, and parent has given me firsthand insight into the challenges families face every day. These experiences have taught me to listen, work with people from different backgrounds, and find practical solutions. I will bring a common-sense, community-first approach to the State Assembly, working across party lines to ensure the people of the 36th District have a strong voice in Madison.
One of the most pressing housing issues in Wisconsin is the lack of affordable housing that working families, young adults, seniors, and essential workers can realistically afford. Too many people are spending a large portion of their income on housing, making it harder to save, raise a family, or remain in the communities they love.

I support encouraging the development of affordable workforce housing, reducing unnecessary barriers that delay responsible housing projects, and expanding programs that help first-time homebuyers achieve homeownership. I also believe local communities should have a strong voice in housing decisions because the needs of the 36th District are different from those in larger urban areas. My goal is to support practical, fiscally responsible solutions that increase housing opportunities while protecting taxpayers and preserving the character of our communities.
I believe Wisconsin should have a redistricting process that is fair, transparent, and puts voters ahead of politics. Legislative districts should reflect communities and provide fair representation, not be drawn to benefit one political party or another.

Before the next national census, I would support creating an open redistricting process with clear, publicly available criteria, opportunities for public input, and independent oversight to increase transparency and public trust. No system is perfect, but the goal should be maps that respect communities, follow the law, and give voters confidence that their voices—not partisan interests—come first.

This answer avoids endorsing a specific proposal while clearly stating your principles of fairness, transparency, and putting people before politics.
Every student deserves access to a quality education, including students with disabilities. Our schools need stable, responsible funding so they can hire and retain qualified teachers, special education staff, counselors, and support professionals while providing the resources students need to succeed.

As a former paraprofessional, I have seen firsthand how important early intervention, individualized support, and well-equipped classrooms are to student success. I will advocate for fair funding that reflects the real costs of educating students, especially those with disabilities, while ensuring taxpayer dollars are spent effectively and transparently.

I also believe we should work closely with educators, parents, and local school leaders to identify what is working and where resources are needed most. Every child in the 36th District deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential, and I will work to ensure our schools have the support they need to make that possible.
I believe large projects such as hyperscale data centers and CAFOs should be held to clear environmental and public health standards that protect our water, air, property values, and local communities. Any project should be evaluated with transparency, public input, and careful consideration of its long-term impacts, while also recognizing the importance of economic development and job creation.

I support enforcing existing environmental laws, holding companies accountable for meeting those standards, and ensuring local communities have a meaningful voice before major projects move forward.

If issues like these come before the State Assembly, I will take the time to listen to residents, review the facts, and work with experts and local leaders to find practical solutions. If this comes to my attention during my term, I will address it to the best of my ability, always keeping the health, safety, and best interests of the people of the 36th District first.
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