Meet Bryan Steil, Candidate For Wisconsin's 1st District Congress

WISCONSIN — Whoever takes over in Wisconsin's First Congressional District will be filling the shoes of outgoing Republican Speaker of the House Paul Ryan. Numerous candidates have filed to run for the open seat.

Bryan Steil is a self-styled conservative problem-solver that will be on the ballot in the Republican primary election on Tuesday, Aug. 14. Steil says he will employ his experience to fight for legislation that brings high-wage jobs to Wisconsin in addition to making sure that education is affordable.

Patch reached out to the Steil campaign to learn more about his candidacy and his aspirations. Here are his responses in his own words.

Name: Bryan Steil

Age: 37

Hometown: Janesville

Occupation: Charter NEX Films, a plastics manufacturer in Milton, WI

Please characterize where you fall on the political spectrum (liberal/moderate/conservative, etc.):

I am a conservative problem solver. I have worked for Rock County manufacturers for the last nine years solving problems and moving products in and out of the door every day. I currently serve on the University of Wisconsin Board of Regents, where I voted to maintain a tuition freeze so that students across Wisconsin have access to affordable and high-quality education.

Please describe your relevant political experience:

Outside of sixth grade student council, this is my first run for public office.

Please talk about the top 1 or 2 leading issues in your campaign and how you plan to approach them if elected:

In Congress, I will use my background working for Wisconsin manufacturers to fight for legislation that cuts needless government regulations and creates high-wage jobs. We also need to prepare students for the jobs of tomorrow.

I’ll use my experience serving on the University of Wisconsin Board of Regents, where I voted to maintain a tuition freeze, to support quality education in high schools and affordable, effective technical schools and universities.

Lastly, I’ll work to lower the cost of healthcare by putting individuals and doctors in control while protecting coverage for pre-existing conditions.

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