The 2025 Senate Joint Resolution 66 honors the life and public service of Representative Richard A. Flintrop, who passed away on May 13, 2023, at the age of 77. Born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Flintrop earned his bachelor's degree from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh and a master's degree from George Washington University. He served in the Wisconsin Assembly from 1973 to 1983, becoming the first Democrat to represent Oshkosh in decades. Throughout his legislative career, he was involved in various committees, notably chairing the Education Committee and contributing to significant reforms, including a historic revision of Wisconsin's Children's Code, which established protections for youth in the juvenile justice system.

In addition to his legislative achievements, Flintrop was an early advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, co-sponsoring the Consenting Adults Bill in 1983. His career included roles as a congressional aide and policy director for social policy organizations. Flintrop was also known for his personal interests, including gardening, cooking, and the arts, and he cherished his relationships with family and friends. The resolution expresses the Wisconsin Legislature's condolences to Flintrop's loved ones and recognizes his commitment to social justice and the impact he had on those around him.