A Janesville cop throws his hat in the ring that is the race for Wisconsin’s 44th Assembly District.

Longtime Janesville resident Bruce Danielson has announced his candidacy, running as a republican.

Danielson is a Janesville police officer who works on the department’s crisis intervention and homeless outreach teams.

The lawman says he’d focus on state-level efforts to ensure police have the tools to protect their communities.

He says he’s also interested in bringing more career readiness training to high schools with a focus on hands-on training and technology.

He joins a field of candidates for the 44th Assembly District seat including Democrats Cathy Myers and Ann Roe.

Current 44th Assembly Representative Sue Conley is not seeking re-election.