Pleasant Prairie Daily Briefing

Good evening, Pleasant Prairie. Here is a quick look at what is new around the village and at the State Capitol as of Saturday, February 7, 2026.

Capitol watch: local lawmaker pushes youth gender-care limits

State representative Amanda Nedweski of Pleasant Prairie is renewing calls for a bill that would restrict gender transition surgeries for minors and expand the ability of patients to sue providers over long-term harm from such procedures. citeturn4search0

The push follows recent statements from major medical associations softening support for surgeries on children, after a highly publicized malpractice verdict in New York awarded damages to a detransitioned patient. Nedweski is urging legislative leaders to move the proposal forward during the current session, arguing it is needed to better protect children and families. citeturn4search0

Crackdown proposed on utility commission revolving door

The same Pleasant Prairie lawmaker is also backing a measure that would impose a three year cooling off period on former members of Wisconsin’s Public Service Commission before they could take executive jobs with utilities they once regulated. citeturn4search1turn4search2

The bill comes amid concern over rising energy bills and a recent case in which a former commissioner left state service and later became president of a major utility. Supporters say the change would help restore public trust, while critics worry it could discourage qualified people from serving on the commission. citeturn4search1turn4search2

Around town: outlet deals, early voting and family fun

At Pleasant Prairie Premium Outlets, Valentine themed promotions are underway, including discounts at jewelry, fragrance and apparel stores running through mid February. Shoppers can expect extra markdowns on gifts, accessories and winter merchandise across much of the center. citeturn5search0turn5search1turn5search9

Families looking ahead to warmer weather can circle Saturday, February 28, when the RecPlex will host a free Kids and Family Expo showcasing summer camp options, local youth programs and kid friendly vendors in the fieldhouse. citeturn5search10

Civic housekeeping is also on the calendar. In person absentee voting for the February 17 spring primary continues at Village Hall through Friday, February 13, during weekday business hours, giving residents several more days to cast ballots ahead of Election Day. citeturn5search3

Sources

• https://www.wispolitics.com/2026/rep-nedweski-protect-kids-not-profits-nedweski-urges-action-after-medical-industry-reversal/
• https://blackchronicle.com/news/wisconsin-lawmaker-wants-to-stop-commissioners-from-joining-utility-companies/
• https://www.premiumoutlets.com/outlet/pleasant-prairie/stores/pandora-outlet/stream/25-off-with-purchase-with-125-spend-6274717
• https://www.premiumoutlets.com/outlet/pleasant-prairie/stores/calvin-klein/stream/30-60-off-entire-store-6275265
• https://www.premiumoutlets.com/outlet/pleasant-prairie/stores/perfumania/stream/love-at-first-spritz-valentines-day-deals-6274891
• https://vopprecplex.hosted.civiclive.com/events/kids_family_expo
• https://www.pleasantprairiewi.gov/