Quick Summary
Sheriff Candidate Alleges Hatch Act Violations by Incumbent is an ongoing county government story in Price County, Wisconsin
(Sheriff / Law Enforcement)
, first tracked on June 28, 2026
and last updated June 16, 2026
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This saga spans 1 published article.
Published Coverage
Timeline of Events
June 16, 2026 — County Board
Candidate Waldemar Madison (District 11) alleged during public comment that incumbent Sheriff Robert Han appeared at Board meetings in uniform on county time, violating the Wisconsin Hatch Act. Madison also accused Clerk Meredith Heckman of election bias, citing a Han campaign sign in her yard.
Meetings to Watch
This story may surface in the following regular meetings:
- County Board
- Executive Committee
Reporter Notes
Article published. Key finding: Wisconsin has no Hatch Act equivalent. Madison allegations are political, not legal. Board Chairman Bieszk defended Clerk Hueckman. No formal ethics complaint filed.
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Tracked keywords: hatch act, sheriff election, waldemar madison, robert han, bobby han, campaign violation, meredith heckman, election bias
Last updated: July 20, 2026