[2] In 1969, a Catholic priest, Father James Groppi, organized the "Welfare Mothers' March on Madison".

[5] The force was officially renamed "Wisconsin State Capitol Police" in 2013, and new black uniforms and redesigned patches were issued.

It is responsible for providing uniformed police officers who patrol Department of Administration managed properties on foot or in vehicles.

[6] The Criminal Investigations Unit conducts criminal investigations, prepares and executes search warrants and subpoenas, preserves and collects evidence, provides victim services, manages court services, and assists the patrol, dignitary, and security units as required.

[6] The Capitol Police operates an unmanned aerial vehicle (drone), used for law enforcement purposes, as well as emergency management, crime scene investigation and missing person searches.