Register of Deeds of Portage County Kevin Shibilski defeated Republican candidate Donna Rozar in the special election.

A special election was held on September 12, 1995, to fill the 14th State Senate seat vacated by the resignation of Joseph Leean.

A special election was held on December 12, 1995, to fill the 7th State Senate seat vacated by the death of John Plewa.

[4] State Representative Richard Grobschmidt defeated Republican candidate Tom Thompson in the special election.

For Question 1, a "yes" vote would have allowed the state to operate lottery games that had their proceeds go towards dedicated athletic facilities.