Patty Schachtner

Patty Rivard Schachtner (born 1960) is an American first responder and politician. A Democrat, she served in the Wisconsin State Senate from 2018 through 2020 representing the 10th senatorial district. The 10th district comprises several counties in northwestern Wisconsin and in the Twin Cities exurbs.[1] Schachtner is a former member of the Star Prairie Town Board, former St. Croix County Medical Examiner, and a former member of the Somerset School Board

Patty Schachtner
Member of the Wisconsin Senate from the 10th district
In office January 26, 2018 – January 4, 2021
Preceded by	Sheila Harsdorf
Succeeded by	Rob Stafsholt
Personal details
Born	Patty Rivard Schachtner 1960 (age 60–61)
Political party	Democratic
Alma mater	Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College
Occupation	St. Croix County Medical Examiner
Profession	First responder

Early life and career

Schachtner was raised on a St. Croix County farm. Schachtner was elected to the Senate in a special election following the appointment of Sheila Harsdorf as secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection. On January 16, 2018, she defeated Republican nominee Adam M. Jarchow, a serving state legislator, by a large margin, in a district that Donald Trump had won in 2016 by over 17 points.[2]

Schachtner serves on the board of her local food pantry and sits on the board of directors for "Turning Point Wisconsin," a center for victims of sexual and domestic violence.

In the 2020 election, Schachtner lost her bid for election to a full term. She was defeated by Assemblyman Rob Stafsholt.

Wisconsin Senate (2018-2021)

Committee assignments

• Committee on Agriculture, Small Business and Tourism
• Committee on Sporting Heritage, Mining and Forestry
• Committee on Universities and Technical Colleges

References

1. "Dem Schachtner beats Jarchow to take Senate seat".
2. Richmond, Todd. "Dem Schachtner Beats Jarchow to Take Senate Seat". Associated Press. Retrieved January 17, 2018.