Barbara Dittrich

Barbara Dittrich

Republican Party

Wisconsin State Assembly District 38

Tenure

2019 - Present

Term ends

2025

Years in position

5

Recent elections

Office

Wisconsin State Assembly District 99

Date Elected

November 5, 2024

Compensation

Base salary

$57,408/year

Per diem

$155.70/day (with overnight) or $77.85/day (no overnight)

Personal

Birthplace

Milwaukee, Wis.

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Barbara Dittrich (Republican Party) is a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly, representing District 38. She assumed office in 2019. Her current term ends on January 6, 2025.

Dittrich (Republican Party) ran for re-election to the Wisconsin State Assembly to represent District 99. She won in the general election on November 5, 2024.

Biography

Barbara Dittrich was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Committee assignments

2023-2024

Dittrich was assigned to the following committees:

• Aging and Long-Term Care Committee
• Children and Families Committee
• Education Committee, Vice Chairman
• Health Committee
• Insurance Committee, Chairman
• Mental Health Committee, Vice Chairman
• Rules Committee
• Ways and Means Committee

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2021-2022

Dittrich was assigned to the following committees:

• Children and Families Committee
• Consumer Protection Committee, Chair
• Health Committee
• Jobs and the Economy Committee
• Mental Health Committee
• Rules Committee
• Ways and Means Committee
• Workforce Development Committee, Vice Chair

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2019-2020

Dittrich was assigned to the following committees:

• Jobs and the Economy Committee
• Financial Institutions Committee
• Labor Committee
• Small Business Development Committee
• Ways and Means Committee
• Workforce Development Committee, Vice-Chair
• Medicaid Reform and Oversight Committee

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Sponsored legislation

The following table lists bills this person sponsored as a legislator, according to BillTrack50 and sorted by action history. Bills are sorted by the date of their last action. The following list may not be comprehensive. To see all bills this legislator sponsored, click on the legislator's name in the title of the table.

Elections

2024

See also: Wisconsin State Assembly elections, 2024

General election

General election for Wisconsin State Assembly District 99

Incumbent Barbara Dittrich won election in the general election for Wisconsin State Assembly District 99 on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate
✔		Barbara Dittrich (R)

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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Wisconsin State Assembly District 99

Incumbent Barbara Dittrich defeated Jeff Pfannerstill in the Republican primary for Wisconsin State Assembly District 99 on August 13, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Barbara Dittrich	63.0	6,619
		Jeff Pfannerstill	37.0	3,892

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. Source	Total votes: 10,511
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2022

See also: Wisconsin State Assembly elections, 2022

General election

General election for Wisconsin State Assembly District 38

Incumbent Barbara Dittrich won election in the general election for Wisconsin State Assembly District 38 on November 8, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Barbara Dittrich (R)	95.3	21,399
		Other/Write-in votes	4.7	1,065

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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Wisconsin State Assembly District 38

Incumbent Barbara Dittrich advanced from the Republican primary for Wisconsin State Assembly District 38 on August 9, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Barbara Dittrich	99.2	7,633
		Other/Write-in votes	0.8	58

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Endorsements

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2020

See also: Wisconsin State Assembly elections, 2020

General election

General election for Wisconsin State Assembly District 38

Incumbent Barbara Dittrich defeated Melissa Winker in the general election for Wisconsin State Assembly District 38 on November 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Barbara Dittrich (R)	58.5	22,786
		Melissa Winker (D)	41.5	16,163
		Other/Write-in votes	0.1	23

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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Wisconsin State Assembly District 38

Melissa Winker advanced from the Democratic primary for Wisconsin State Assembly District 38 on August 11, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Melissa Winker	99.9	4,416
		Other/Write-in votes	0.1	5

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 4,421
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Wisconsin State Assembly District 38

Incumbent Barbara Dittrich advanced from the Republican primary for Wisconsin State Assembly District 38 on August 11, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Barbara Dittrich	99.4	5,347
		Other/Write-in votes	0.6	34

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 5,381
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2018

See also: Wisconsin State Assembly elections, 2018

General election

General election for Wisconsin State Assembly District 38

Barbara Dittrich defeated Melissa Winker in the general election for Wisconsin State Assembly District 38 on November 6, 2018.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Barbara Dittrich (R)	57.6	18,056
		Melissa Winker (D)	42.4	13,286
		Other/Write-in votes	0.1	19

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 31,361
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Wisconsin State Assembly District 38

Melissa Winker advanced from the Democratic primary for Wisconsin State Assembly District 38 on August 14, 2018.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Melissa Winker	100.0	4,332

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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Wisconsin State Assembly District 38

Barbara Dittrich advanced from the Republican primary for Wisconsin State Assembly District 38 on August 14, 2018.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Barbara Dittrich	100.0	5,272

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Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

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2022

Barbara Dittrich completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2022. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Dittrich's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I pride myself on being out in the district and connecting with constituents face to face. Approachable, accessible, responsive government, is the hallmark of my team. I am known for my hard work ethic and commitment to Conservative Midwestern values along with unabashed leadership. That’s what I provide to voters.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• ECONOMIC STABILITY: In this inflationary environment, families need more of their hard-earned money in their own pockets. I will fight for continued fiscal responsibility that accomplishes that goal.
• EDUCATIONAL FREEDOM: I have heard the outcry of dissatisfied taxpayers and parents who feel indignant that their children are being deprived of an adequate education. I believe that parents know their kids best and that it’s past time that students start being put first when it comes to education. That is why I am a strong advocate of educational choice.
• ELECTION INTEGRITY: Voters of every political persuasion deserve to feel confident that their vote counts. I have and will continue to support improving the security of our elections and legislation that removes opportunities for giving one party an unfair advantage.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I have several areas of public policy that I am personally passionate about. They include mental health and substance abuse, fighting for victims' rights, protection of life at every stage including adoption, workforce development, educational freedom, and medical freedom.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

A good legislator not only needs to be a hard worker, but they also need to be willing to work with colleagues in productive ways to shape good public policy. I strongly believe that a legislator should be approachable and accessible to constituents, making every effort to spend a great deal of time out in their district having face-to-face contact with constituents.

What do you believe is the ideal relationship between the governor and state legislature?

The ideal relationship between the governor and state legislature would be for the governor to meet regularly with legislative leadership to find common ground and advance sound public policy.

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2020

Barbara Dittrich did not complete Ballotpedia's 2020 Candidate Connection survey.

Campaign finance summary

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Barbara Dittrich campaign contribution history

Year	Office	Status	Contributions	Expenditures
2024*	Wisconsin State Assembly District 99	Won general	$9,841	$10,547
2022	Wisconsin State Assembly District 38	Won general	$30,887	$25,577
2020	Wisconsin State Assembly District 38	Won general	$64,689	N/A**
Grand total			$105,417	$36,123
Sources: OpenSecrets,  Federal Elections Commission ***This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
* Data from this year may not be complete
** Data on expenditures is not available for this election cycle
Note: Totals above reflect only available data.

Scorecards

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2023

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In 2023, the Wisconsin State Legislature was in session from January 3 to December 31. The American Conservative Union Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues.

2022

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In 2022, the Wisconsin State Legislature was in session from January 18 to March 8. Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce: Senate and House Legislators are scored on whether they voted for or against MMAC's position. National Federation of Independent Business Legislators are scored on their votes on small business issues. Wisconsin Conservation Voters Legislators are scored on their stances on conservation issues. Wisconsin Family Action Legislators are scored by the Wisconsin Family Action on their votes on legislation related to "marriage, family, the sanctity of human life, or religious freedom." Wisconsin Grocers Association Legislators are scored on their votes on industry-specific legislation. Wisconsin Professional Police Association Legislators are scored on their votes by the Wisconsin Professional Police Association on legislation related to Wisconsin's law enforcement community. Wisconsin Sierra Club Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to environmental issues.

2021

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In 2021, the Wisconsin State Legislature was in session from January 4 to December 31. Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce: Senate and House Legislators are scored on whether they voted for or against MMAC's position. National Federation of Independent Business Legislators are scored on their votes on small business issues. The American Conservative Union Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues. Wisconsin Conservation Voters Legislators are scored on their stances on conservation issues. Wisconsin Family Action Legislators are scored by the Wisconsin Family Action on their votes on legislation related to "marriage, family, the sanctity of human life, or religious freedom." Wisconsin Grocers Association Legislators are scored on their votes on industry-specific legislation. Wisconsin Professional Police Association Legislators are scored on their votes by the Wisconsin Professional Police Association on legislation related to Wisconsin's law enforcement community. Wisconsin Sierra Club Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to environmental issues.

2020

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In 2020, the Wisconsin State Legislature was in session from January 14 to May 13. The American Conservative Union Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues. Wisconsin AFL-CIO Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to labor policy. Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters Legislators are scored on their stances on conservation issues. Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce Legislators are scored on whether they voted for or against MMAC's position. Wisconsin Professional Police Association Legislators are scored on their votes by the Wisconsin Professional Police Association on legislation related to Wisconsin's law enforcement community.

2019

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In 2019, the Wisconsin State Legislature was in session from January 7, 2019 through January 13, 2020. The American Conservative Union Legislators are scored on their votes on conservative issues. Wisconsin AFL-CIO Legislators are scored on their votes on bills related to labor policy. Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters Legislators are scored on their stances on conservation issues. Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce Legislators are scored on whether they voted for or against MMAC's position.

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Speaker of the House:Robin Vos

Majority Leader:Tyler August

Minority Leader:Greta Neubauer

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Shae Sortwell (R)

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Ron Tusler (R)

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David Steffen (R)

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Joy Goeben (R)

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Peter Schmidt (R)

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Tom Michalski (R)

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Robyn Vining (D)

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Dave Maxey (R)

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Kalan Haywood (D)

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Supreme Omokunde (D)

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Evan Goyke (D)

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Ryan Clancy (D)

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Christine Sinicki (D)

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Jessie Rodriguez (R)

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Janel Brandtjen (R)

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Deb Andraca (D)

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Paul Melotik (R)

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Paul Tittl (R)

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Terry Katsma (R)

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Amy Binsfeld (R)

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Gae Magnafici (R)

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Clint Moses (R)

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Shannon Zimmerman (R)

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Ellen Schutt (R)

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Tyler August (R)

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Scott Johnson (R)

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Rob Swearingen (R)

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Calvin Callahan (R)

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Jeffrey Mursau (R)

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William Penterman (R)

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Barbara Dittrich (R)

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Mark Born (R)

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Kevin Petersen (R)

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Alex Dallman (R)

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Jon Plumer (R)

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Jenna Jacobson (D)

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Sue Conley (D)

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Clinton Anderson (D)

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Melissa Ratcliff (D)

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Samba Baldeh (D)

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Travis Tranel (R)

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Patrick Snyder (R)

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John Spiros (R)

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James Edming (R)

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John Macco (R)

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Elijah Behnke (R)

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Kristina Shelton (D)

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Steve Doyle (D)

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Jill Billings (D)

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Loren Oldenburg (R)

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Scott Allen (R)

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Adam Neylon (R)

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Cindi Duchow (R)

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