Wisconsin state Rep. Rick Gundrum announced Thursday he will not seek re-election to a fifth term representing the 58th Assembly District.
In a press release posted on X, the Republican lawmaker said: “After much consideration and prayer, I have decided not to seek another term in the Wisconsin State Assembly. Thank you to the voters in the 58th Assembly District for entrusting me with the confidence to represent you in Madison. It has been a great honor!”
A full statement attached to the post added: “After much thought and prayer, I have decided it is time to begin a new chapter in my life. I have served for 20 years in local, county, and state government and look forward to devoting more time to family, friends, travel, and other projects.”
Gundrum, 60, wrote that his “conservative values and Catholic convictions guided me during my tenure in elected office. I worked to protect the Second Amendment, parental rights, school choice, our elderly, the preborn, and the vulnerable in our society. During my time in office, I supported legislation that improved our economy and fostered smaller government.”
“Thank you to the voters for putting your trust in me with this amazing responsibility. I will be forever grateful,” he added.
Gundrum has represented the 58th District since winning a special election Jan. 24, 2018, to succeed Bob Gannon. The heavily Republican district covers the City of West Bend, Villages of Jackson, Newburg, and Slinger, and Towns of Jackson, Polk, Trenton, and West Bend in Washington County.
Before the Assembly, Gundrum served on the Washington County Board of Supervisors from 2006 to 2018, including as chairman from 2016 to 2018, and on the Village of Slinger Board of Trustees from 2009 to 2023.
A business owner, Gundrum, founded McKay Enterprises, an audio-visual company.
Gundrum is the second member of the State Assembly announcing today that they would not seek reelection. Kevin Peterson announced earlier today.
