Nick Milroy (born April 15, 1974) is an American fisheries biologist and Democratic politician from Superior, Wisconsin. He was a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly for seven terms, representing the 73rd Assembly district from 2009 through 2023.
Nick Milroy | |
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 Milroy in 2009 | |
| Member of the Wisconsin State Assembly from the 73rd district | |
| In office January 5, 2009 – January 2, 2023 | |
| Preceded by | Frank Boyle |
| Succeeded by | Angie Sapik |
| Personal details | |
| Born | April 15, 1974 Duluth, Minnesota, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Residence(s) | Superior, Wisconsin, U.S. |
| Alma mater | University of Wisconsin–Superior |
| Profession | Biologist |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch/service | United States Navy United States Navy Reserve |
| Years of service |
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| Battles/wars | Operation Southern Watch |
Biography
editNick Milroy was born in Duluth, Minnesota and raised in Superior, Wisconsin. His parents were public school teachers and local small business owners. Nick's wife, Julie, is also a public school teacher. The couple are parents to two sons, Maverik and MacLane, and a daughter, Marleigh.
Immediately after graduation from Superior Senior High School, Nick enlisted in the United States Navy where he deployed to the Persian Gulf in support of Operation Southern Watch. Upon his return, he continued to serve in the Navy Reserve while pursuing his biology degree at the University of Wisconsin–Superior and also attended University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire. He later taught biology at the University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire. He also served on the Superior Common Council.[1]
He was appointed to a regional board to reduce mercury pollution in the St. Louis River watershed and formerly served as an international representative on the Lake Superior Binational Forum. He has also worked as a biologist for state, federal, and tribal agencies. Milroy is currently serving his second term where he is dedicated to supporting working families and providing a voice for those who might otherwise go unheard.
As a legislator, Milroy uses his extensive biology and natural resource expertise as a member of the Committees on Natural Resources, Forestry, and Veterans and Military Affairs in the Wisconsin State Assembly.
Milroy is listed in the Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame. In 1989 while ice fishing on Lake Superior, he caught a 24" Steelhead.[2]
Capitol Incident
editOn March 3, 2011, Milroy was tackled by law enforcement officers while attempting to enter the Capitol during the emotionally charged 2011 Wisconsin protests to retrieve clothing. He said in a statement that "no harm was done", but criticized the "armed-palace environment created by Gov. Scott Walker".[3][4][5]
References
edit- ^ 'Wisconsin Blue Book 2013-2014,' Biographical Sketch of Nick Milroy, pg. 69
- ^ "Archived copy" (PDF). Archived from the original (PDF) on 2015-09-24. Retrieved 2014-07-19.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link) - ^ "Rep. Nick Milroy tackled while trying to enter Capitol". WKOW-TV. Madison, WI. 2011-03-04. Archived from the original on 2011-03-05. Retrieved 2011-03-04.
- ^ "Wisconsin Rep. Nick Milroy's Statement On His Attempt to Enter the Capitol Thursday Evening". TPM. Archived from the original on 2011-03-06. Retrieved 2011-03-04.
- ^ Ariosto, David (2011-03-04). "Wisconsin Democrat tackled as he tries to enter Capitol". CNN. Retrieved 2011-03-04.
External links
edit- Wisconsin Assembly - Representative Nick Milroy official government website
- Nick Milroy official campaign website
- Profile at Vote Smart
- Follow the Money - Nick Milroy
- 2008 campaign contributions
- Nick Milroy campaign contributions at Wisconsin Democracy Campaign