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Sunday, September 21, 2025

Sen. Patrick Testin highlights Wisconsin Blue Book release and local veterans recognition

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Patrick Testin, Wisconsin State Senator for 24th District | Facebook

Patrick Testin, Wisconsin State Senator for 24th District | Facebook

Sen. Patrick Testin, a Republican representing Wisconsin's 24th Senate district since 2017, recently posted several updates on his social media account covering state traditions and local recognitions.

On September 17, 2025, Testin announced the arrival of a longstanding state publication at the Capitol: "It’s that time once again. The newest edition of the Wisconsin Blue Book has been delivered to the Capitol in Madison, and copies are now available at no cost to you. The Blue Book, which is updated every two years, is a great tradition here in the Badger State, dating back to https://t.co/uFUiTVEO03".

The following day, he commemorated an important military anniversary: "Happy 78th birthday, U.S. Air Force. https://t.co/uyTW5Bx1qT" (September 18, 2025).

On September 19, Testin shared news of honoring a local veteran: "Last night, I was honored to present a legislative citation to Gordon “Gordy” Harmon, a U.S. Army and Korean War veteran who is a member of Buckley Baldwin VFW Post 2534 in Wisconsin Rapids. Joining us was Gordy’s daughter, Debra Whitney. Gordy was being recognized with a https://t.co/iCokjP0ALU".

The Wisconsin Blue Book is published biennially and serves as an almanac containing information about state government and history. It has become part of Wisconsin's political culture over many decades.

Testin succeeded Howard Marklein as senator for the state's 24th Senate district after his election in 2017.