State Sen. Ted Kanavas, R-Brookfield, will not seek re-election for a third full term in the Senate, he announced Monday.
Elected in 2001 through a special election, Kanavas served a partial term before serving two full terms in office.
Kanavas said in a statement that he is thankful for the support from his constituents and is pleased with the initiatives he supported while in office.
""Over the years I have been proud of my record of accomplishments in areas of jobs, lower taxes and economic development across Wisconsin. I put job creation and entrepreneurship front and center of the policy debate in Madison,"" he said.
In a statement, state Rep. Rich Zipperer, R-Pewaukee, commended Kanavas for his economic initiatives.
""[He] has been a dedicated, devoted public servant for the people of the 33rd Senate District for the past nine years,"" he said.
