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 protections for youth in the juvenile justice system, and he showed early support for LGBTQ+ rights by cosponsoring the Consenting Adults Bill in 1983.

In addition to his legislative achievements, Flintrop had a diverse career, serving as a congressional aide and working with various social policy organizations. He was known for his intellectual curiosity, kindness, and commitment to social justice, often reaching out to friends and colleagues to express his appreciation for their impact on his life. The resolution concludes with the Wisconsin Legislature extending condolences to Flintrop's family and friends, recognizing his contributions and the legacy he leaves behind.