The vice chairman of the Wisconsin Senate Agriculture Committee is one of several lawmakers considering a run to replace outgoing Congressman Sean Duffy. Sen. Jerry Petrowski of Marathon said he is evaluating the possibility of filing nomination papers for the seventh congressional seat once Gov. Tony Evers announces the details of a special election this fall. Duffy announced this week he is stepping down in mid-September to care for his unborn daughter, who is expected to have health defects upon birth. He’s held the post for nearly 10 years after replacing longtime Democratic Rep. Dave Obey when he retired from politics.
