Wisconsin Association of Family & Childrens Agencies
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
Non-profit association which works to promote effective and accountable human services programs in Wisconsin and nationally, through provision of training, advocacy and information to member agencies.
Lobbying Interests:
Our association which includes private agencies who provide counseling and other social services for families and children throughout the state may attempt to influence policy initiatives in the following areas: community aids, youth aids, child welfare, child abuse and neglect prevention, medical assistance (especially managed care), long term support, and education issues related to at-risk children and their families.
CEO Name:
John Grace
Executive Director
Non-profit association which works to promote effective and accountable human services programs in Wisconsin and nationally, through provision of training, advocacy and information to member agencies.
Lobbying Interests:
Our association which includes private agencies who provide counseling and other social services for families and children throughout the state may attempt to influence policy initiatives in the following areas: community aids, youth aids, child welfare, child abuse and neglect prevention, medical assistance (especially managed care), long term support, and education issues related to at-risk children and their families.
CEO Name:
John Grace
Executive Director
Contact
JG
John Grace
131 W Wilson St Ste 901
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 257-5939
(608) 257-6067
jgrace@wafca.org
www.wafca.org
131 W Wilson St Ste 901
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 257-5939
(608) 257-6067
jgrace@wafca.org
www.wafca.org
Authorized Lobbyists
Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
---|---|---|---|
Linda Hall | Exclusive Duties N/A | Authorized On 1/10/2003 | Withdrawn On N/A |
John Grace | Exclusive Duties N/A | Authorized On 1/10/2003 | Withdrawn On N/A |
Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 312
relating to: the purchase of health care coverage by certain individuals through the Group Insurance Board, requiring the Group Insurance Board and the Private Employer Health Care Coverage Board to offer a combined health care coverage plan, granting rule...
Bill Text and History
7/10/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
relating to: the purchase of health care coverage by certain individuals through the Group Insurance Board, requiring the Group Insurance Board and the Private Employer Health Care Coverage Board to offer a combined health care coverage plan, granting rule...
Bill Text and History
None
Notification Date7/10/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 313
relating to: the purchase of health care coverage by individuals who are engaged in the business of farming through the Group Insurance Board, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation.
Bill Text and History
7/10/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
relating to: the purchase of health care coverage by individuals who are engaged in the business of farming through the Group Insurance Board, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation.
Bill Text and History
None
Notification Date7/10/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 444
relating to: carrying or going armed with a concealed weapon, requiring the exercise of rule-making authority, making appropriations, and providing penalties.
Bill Text and History
1/27/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
relating to: carrying or going armed with a concealed weapon, requiring the exercise of rule-making authority, making appropriations, and providing penalties.
Bill Text and History
None
Notification Date1/27/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 1
relating to: service as a commissioner on uniform state laws.
Bill Text and History
2003 Wisconsin Act 2
2/10/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Services for children and families, community Aids, Family Care, Health, Medical Assistance, BadgerCare, Juvenile Corrections, general provisions, Care and Treatment Facilities, Shared Revenue, Workforce Development, Taxes
relating to: service as a commissioner on uniform state laws.
Bill Text and History
2003 Wisconsin Act 2
Other
Notification Date2/10/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Services for children and families, community Aids, Family Care, Health, Medical Assistance, BadgerCare, Juvenile Corrections, general provisions, Care and Treatment Facilities, Shared Revenue, Workforce Development, Taxes
Senate Bill 71
relating to: treatment of prescription drug costs, diagnostic testing, and payments under mandated insurance coverage of treatment for nervous and mental disorders and alcoholism and other drug abuse problems, and granting rule-making authority.
Bill Text and History
2003 Wisconsin Act 178
7/10/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
relating to: treatment of prescription drug costs, diagnostic testing, and payments under mandated insurance coverage of treatment for nervous and mental disorders and alcoholism and other drug abuse problems, and granting rule-making authority.
Bill Text and History
2003 Wisconsin Act 178
For
Notification Date7/10/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 72
relating to: increasing the limits for insurance coverage of nervous or mental health disorders or alcoholism or other drug abuse problems.
Bill Text and History
7/10/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
relating to: increasing the limits for insurance coverage of nervous or mental health disorders or alcoholism or other drug abuse problems.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date7/10/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 214
relating to: carrying or going armed with a concealed weapon, requiring the exercise of rule-making authority, making appropriations, and providing penalties.
Bill Text and History
1/27/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
relating to: carrying or going armed with a concealed weapon, requiring the exercise of rule-making authority, making appropriations, and providing penalties.
Bill Text and History
None
Notification Date1/27/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 408
relating to: creating a nonrefundable individual income tax credit for certain adoption expenses.
Bill Text and History
2/10/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
relating to: creating a nonrefundable individual income tax credit for certain adoption expenses.
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date2/10/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Budget Bill Subjects
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Board
Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Board
Notification Date
1/13/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
1/13/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Corrections: Juvenile Corrections
Corrections: Juvenile Corrections
Notification Date
1/13/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
1/13/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Health and Family Services: Children and Families
Health and Family Services: Children and Families
Notification Date
1/13/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
1/13/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Health and Family Services: Health
Health and Family Services: Health
Notification Date
1/13/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
1/13/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Health and Family Services: Medical Assistance
Health and Family Services: Medical Assistance
Notification Date
1/13/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
1/13/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Insurance
Insurance
Notification Date
1/13/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
1/13/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Regulation and Licensing
Regulation and Licensing
Notification Date
1/13/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
1/13/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Workforce Development: Economic Support and Child Care
Workforce Development: Economic Support and Child Care
Notification Date
1/13/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
1/13/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Workforce Development: Employment, Training and Vocational Rehabilitation Programs
Workforce Development: Employment, Training and Vocational Rehabilitation Programs
Notification Date
1/13/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
1/13/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
Agency Name
Health and Family Services
Subject
HFS 36, community–based psychosocial service programs.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 574 (10/15/2003)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 04-025
6/9/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Health and Family Services
Subject
HFS 36, community–based psychosocial service programs.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 574 (10/15/2003)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 04-025
Other
Notification Date6/9/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Agency Name
Regulation and Licensing
Subject
Regulate music, art and dance therapy.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 560 (9/1/2002)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 02-125
Regulation and Licensing
Subject
Regulate music, art and dance therapy.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 560 (9/1/2002)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 02-125
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
setting restrictions on tax and spending levels, including taxpayer bill of rights proposals
setting restrictions on tax and spending levels, including taxpayer bill of rights proposals
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
11/12/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
11/12/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
child welfare, medical assistance, family support services, community aids and youth aids in the 2005-07 biennial budget
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
child welfare, medical assistance, family support services, community aids and youth aids in the 2005-07 biennial budget
child welfare, medical assistance, family support services, community aids and youth aids in the 2005-07 biennial budget
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
9/30/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
9/30/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
property tax exemptions for nonprofit agencies providing low-income housing
property tax exemptions for nonprofit agencies providing low-income housing
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
3/2/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
3/2/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
substance abuse offenders accountability
substance abuse offenders accountability
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
3/2/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
3/2/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Health Care Cost Containment and Reform
Health Care Cost Containment and Reform
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/30/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/30/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Health insurance - mental health parity
Health insurance - mental health parity
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/13/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/13/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Health insurance for small employers
Health insurance for small employers
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/13/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/13/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Total Lobbying Effort
2004 January - June |
2004 July - December |
Total | |
---|---|---|---|
Total Lobbying Expenditures | 2004 January - June $325.61 |
2004 July - December $1,100.87 |
Total $1,426.48 |
Total Hours Communicating | 2004 January - June 0.00 |
2004 July - December 3.20 |
Total 3.20 |
Total Hours Other | 2004 January - June 5.50 |
2004 July - December 12.20 |
Total 17.70 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
relating to: increasing the limits for insurance coverage of nervous or mental health disorders or alcoholism or other drug abuse problems.
2003 January - June |
2003 July - December |
2004 January - June |
2004 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2003 January - June |
2003 July - December |
2004 January - June 9% |
2004 July - December |
Total < 1% |
relating to: carrying or going armed with a concealed weapon, requiring the exercise of rule-making authority, making appropriations, and providing penalties.
2003 January - June |
2003 July - December |
2004 January - June |
2004 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2003 January - June |
2003 July - December |
2004 January - June 19% |
2004 July - December |
Total 5% |
Budget Bill Subjects
No budget bill subjects found.
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
2003 January - June |
2003 July - December |
2004 January - June |
2004 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2003 January - June |
2003 July - December |
2004 January - June 9% |
2004 July - December 13% |
Total 10% |
2003 January - June |
2003 July - December |
2004 January - June |
2004 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2003 January - June |
2003 July - December |
2004 January - June 36% |
2004 July - December |
Total 10% |
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
2003 January - June |
2003 July - December |
2004 January - June |
2004 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2003 January - June |
2003 July - December |
2004 January - June 27% |
2004 July - December |
Total 7% |
child welfare, medical assistance, family support services, community aids and youth aids in the 2005-07 biennial budget
2003 January - June |
2003 July - December |
2004 January - June |
2004 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2003 January - June |
2003 July - December |
2004 January - June |
2004 July - December 87% |
Total 64% |
Minor Efforts
No minor efforts found.
Other Matters
No other matters found.