The 2025 Senate Joint Resolution 20 honors the life and public service of Representative Jim Soletski, who was born on October 7, 1948, in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Soletski had a diverse career, including work in the energy industry and significant involvement in community organizations such as Al-Anon and JOSHUA. He was elected to the Wisconsin State Assembly in November 2006, where he served two terms and held various leadership roles, including chair of the Assembly Committee on Energy and Utilities and co-chair of the Assembly Special Committee on Clean Energy Jobs. He was also an advocate for Native American culture and served on the Special Committee on State-Tribal Relations.

Soletski passed away on August 20, 2024, at the age of 75, leaving behind a legacy of empathy, quick wit, and dedication to public service. The resolution expresses the Wisconsin State Legislature's condolences to his family and friends while recognizing his contributions to the community and the state.