The 2025 Assembly Joint Resolution 67 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 was a dedicated public servant and social justice advocate, serving in the Wisconsin Assembly from 1973 to 1983. He was the first Democrat to represent Oshkosh in the assembly since the 1930s and played a significant role in various legislative committees, including Education and Health and Social Services. Notably, he was instrumental in revising Wisconsin's Children's Code, which established essential protections for youth in the juvenile justice system. Flintrop also demonstrated early support for LGBTQ+ rights by cosponsoring the Consenting Adults Bill in 1983.

Beyond his legislative achievements, Flintrop had a rich personal life, enjoying gardening, cooking, and the arts, and was a loving partner to Ben Capistrano for 25 years. He is remembered for his intellectual curiosity, commitment to social justice, and kindness, often reaching out to friends and colleagues in his final weeks to express his appreciation for their impact on his life. The resolution expresses the Wisconsin Legislature's condolences to Flintrop's family and friends while celebrating his legacy and contributions to the community.