Wisconsin State Assembly

The Wisconsin State Assembly, similar to the United States House of Representatives, is the lower house of the Wisconsin State Legislature, larger than the Wisconsin State Senate. Together, they comprise the legislative branch of the state of Wisconsin.

Salary and benefits

Representatives elected or re-elected in the fall of 2002 will draw $45,569 a year in salary.

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In addition to their salaries, Representatives outside Dane County may receive up to $88 a day each in living expenses while they are in Madison on state business. Members of the Dane County delegation are allowed up to $44 each in expenses.

Related Topics:
Dane County - Madison

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Each Representative also receives $75 a month in "out-of-session" pay when the Legislature is in session for three days or less.

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Over two years, each representatives is allotted $66,008 to cover general office expenses, printing, postage and district mailings.

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