Wisconsin Coalition Against Sexual Assault
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
Provides technical assistance, policy advocacy and information to local sexual assault service providers.
Lobbying Interests:
We are committed to legislative efforts that are proactive and victim/survivor focused (i.e., protect victim privacy).
Provides technical assistance, policy advocacy and information to local sexual assault service providers.
Lobbying Interests:
We are committed to legislative efforts that are proactive and victim/survivor focused (i.e., protect victim privacy).
Contact
IH
Ian Henderson
2801 West Beltline Hwy, Ste 202
Madison, WI 53713
(608) 257-1516
attorney@wcasa.org
http://www.wcasa.org
2801 West Beltline Hwy, Ste 202
Madison, WI 53713
(608) 257-1516
attorney@wcasa.org
http://www.wcasa.org
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
|---|
Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 11
Relating to: pelvic exams on unconscious patients and creating an administrative rule related to hospital requirements for pelvic exams on unconscious patients.
Bill Text and History
2/12/2025
First Communication Date
2/12/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Relating to: pelvic exams on unconscious patients and creating an administrative rule related to hospital requirements for pelvic exams on unconscious patients.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/12/2025
First Communication Date
2/12/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Assembly Bill 24
Relating to: county sheriff assistance with certain federal immigration functions. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/26/2025
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: county sheriff assistance with certain federal immigration functions. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date2/26/2025
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 66
Relating to: dismissing or amending certain criminal charges and deferred prosecution agreements for certain crimes.
Bill Text and History
3/4/2025
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
We have concerns about how this legislation will impact survivors of sexual violence who may no longer wish to participate in a prosecution.
Relating to: dismissing or amending certain criminal charges and deferred prosecution agreements for certain crimes.
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date3/4/2025
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
We have concerns about how this legislation will impact survivors of sexual violence who may no longer wish to participate in a prosecution.
Assembly Bill 79
Relating to: prosecuting or adjudicating delinquent a person under the age of 18 for committing an act of prostitution.
Bill Text and History
5/6/2025
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: prosecuting or adjudicating delinquent a person under the age of 18 for committing an act of prostitution.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date5/6/2025
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 97
Relating to: extension of eligibility under the Medical Assistance program for postpartum women. (FE)
Bill Text and History
5/6/2025
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: extension of eligibility under the Medical Assistance program for postpartum women. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date5/6/2025
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 100
Relating to: designating athletic sports and teams operated or sponsored by public schools or private schools participating in a parental choice program based on the sex of the participants.
Bill Text and History
3/6/2025
First Communication Date
3/6/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Relating to: designating athletic sports and teams operated or sponsored by public schools or private schools participating in a parental choice program based on the sex of the participants.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date3/6/2025
First Communication Date
3/6/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Assembly Bill 102
Relating to: designating University of Wisconsin and technical college sports and athletic teams based on the sex of the participants.
Bill Text and History
3/11/2025
First Communication Date
3/11/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Relating to: designating University of Wisconsin and technical college sports and athletic teams based on the sex of the participants.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date3/11/2025
First Communication Date
3/11/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Assembly Bill 103
Relating to: school board policies related to changing a pupil’s legal name and pronouns.
Bill Text and History
3/6/2025
First Communication Date
3/6/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Relating to: school board policies related to changing a pupil’s legal name and pronouns.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date3/6/2025
First Communication Date
3/6/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Assembly Bill 104
Relating to: prohibiting gender transition medical intervention for individuals under 18 years of age.
Bill Text and History
3/12/2025
First Communication Date
3/12/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Relating to: prohibiting gender transition medical intervention for individuals under 18 years of age.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date3/12/2025
First Communication Date
3/12/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Assembly Bill 148
Relating to: interpreter action by telephone or live audiovisual means in civil or criminal proceedings.
Bill Text and History
5/6/2025
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: interpreter action by telephone or live audiovisual means in civil or criminal proceedings.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date5/6/2025
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 156
Relating to: requiring child sexual abuse prevention education. (FE)
Bill Text and History
5/6/2025
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: requiring child sexual abuse prevention education. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date5/6/2025
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 201
Relating to: extortion, sexual extortion, and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
5/20/2025
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: extortion, sexual extortion, and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date5/20/2025
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 236
Relating to: the rights of sexual assault crime victims.
Bill Text and History
9/10/2025
First Communication Date
9/10/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Relating to: the rights of sexual assault crime victims.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date9/10/2025
First Communication Date
9/10/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Assembly Bill 414
Relating to: immunity from prosecution for certain crimes based on assisting a victim of sexual assault, extending the time limit for prosecution of second-degree sexual assault, and the standard for terminating residential residency when tenant is the vic...
Bill Text and History
9/8/2025
First Communication Date
9/8/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Comments
We suggest the bill be amended so that sexual assault survivors can still use the lock change provisions in current law.
Relating to: immunity from prosecution for certain crimes based on assisting a victim of sexual assault, extending the time limit for prosecution of second-degree sexual assault, and the standard for terminating residential residency when tenant is the vic...
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date9/8/2025
First Communication Date
9/8/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Comments
We suggest the bill be amended so that sexual assault survivors can still use the lock change provisions in current law.
Senate Bill 14
Relating to: pelvic exams on unconscious patients and creating an administrative rule related to hospital requirements for pelvic exams on unconscious patients.
Bill Text and History
2025 Wisconsin Act 22
2/12/2025
First Communication Date
2/12/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Relating to: pelvic exams on unconscious patients and creating an administrative rule related to hospital requirements for pelvic exams on unconscious patients.
Bill Text and History
2025 Wisconsin Act 22
For
Notification Date2/12/2025
First Communication Date
2/12/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Senate Bill 23
Relating to: extension of eligibility under the Medical Assistance program for postpartum women. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/12/2025
First Communication Date
2/12/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Relating to: extension of eligibility under the Medical Assistance program for postpartum women. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/12/2025
First Communication Date
2/12/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Senate Bill 73
Relating to: prosecuting or adjudicating delinquent a person under the age of 18 for committing an act of prostitution.
Bill Text and History
5/6/2025
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: prosecuting or adjudicating delinquent a person under the age of 18 for committing an act of prostitution.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date5/6/2025
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 147
Relating to: interpreter action by telephone or live audiovisual means in civil or criminal proceedings.
Bill Text and History
4/29/2025
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: interpreter action by telephone or live audiovisual means in civil or criminal proceedings.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date4/29/2025
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 161
Relating to: a presumption that equalizing physical placement to the highest degree is in the child’s best interest.
Bill Text and History
10/7/2025
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: a presumption that equalizing physical placement to the highest degree is in the child’s best interest.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date10/7/2025
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 171
Relating to: requiring child sexual abuse prevention education. (FE)
Bill Text and History
5/6/2025
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: requiring child sexual abuse prevention education. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date5/6/2025
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 222
Relating to: extortion, sexual extortion, and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
5/20/2025
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: extortion, sexual extortion, and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date5/20/2025
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 413
Relating to: immunity from prosecution for certain crimes based on assisting a victim of sexual assault, extending the time limit for prosecution of second-degree sexual assault, and the standard for terminating residential residency when tenant is the vic...
Bill Text and History
10/17/2025
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: immunity from prosecution for certain crimes based on assisting a victim of sexual assault, extending the time limit for prosecution of second-degree sexual assault, and the standard for terminating residential residency when tenant is the vic...
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/17/2025
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
Administration: Attached Divisions and Other Bodies
Administration: Attached Divisions and Other Bodies
Notification Date
2/21/2025
First Communication Date
2/20/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
2/21/2025
First Communication Date
2/20/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Justice
Justice
Notification Date
2/21/2025
First Communication Date
2/20/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
2/21/2025
First Communication Date
2/20/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
mandatory reporting requirements and referring cases of threatened or suspected child abuse to law enforcement
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
mandatory reporting requirements and referring cases of threatened or suspected child abuse to law enforcement
mandatory reporting requirements and referring cases of threatened or suspected child abuse to law enforcement
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
8/14/2025
First Communication Date
8/14/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
8/14/2025
First Communication Date
8/14/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
grants to provide training and technical assistance to organizations that receive grants to provide services to sexual assault victims
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
grants to provide training and technical assistance to organizations that receive grants to provide services to sexual assault victims
grants to provide training and technical assistance to organizations that receive grants to provide services to sexual assault victims
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
8/8/2025
First Communication Date
8/5/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
8/8/2025
First Communication Date
8/5/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
sexual assault forensic exam compensation
sexual assault forensic exam compensation
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
8/8/2025
First Communication Date
8/6/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
8/8/2025
First Communication Date
8/6/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Funding to create a Task Force on Missing and Murdered African American Women and Girls
Funding to create a Task Force on Missing and Murdered African American Women and Girls
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/14/2025
First Communication Date
1/14/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/14/2025
First Communication Date
1/14/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Funding for a Tribal Liaison Coordinator Program
Funding for a Tribal Liaison Coordinator Program
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/14/2025
First Communication Date
1/14/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/14/2025
First Communication Date
1/14/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
State funding for community-based victim services grants
State funding for community-based victim services grants
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/8/2025
First Communication Date
1/8/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/8/2025
First Communication Date
1/8/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Total Lobbying Effort
| 2025 January - June |
Total | |
|---|---|---|
| Total Lobbying Expenditures | 2025 January - June $3,758.26 |
Total $3,758.26 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2025 January - June 28.00 |
Total 28.00 |
| Total Hours Other | 2025 January - June 14.50 |
Total 14.50 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Relating to: pelvic exams on unconscious patients and creating an administrative rule related to hospital requirements for pelvic exams on unconscious patients.
| 2025 January - June |
2025 July - December |
2026 January - June |
2026 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 January - June 2% |
2025 July - December |
2026 January - June |
2026 July - December |
Total 2% |
Relating to: designating athletic sports and teams operated or sponsored by public schools or private schools participating in a parental choice program based on the sex of the participants.
| 2025 January - June |
2025 July - December |
2026 January - June |
2026 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 January - June 2% |
2025 July - December |
2026 January - June |
2026 July - December |
Total 2% |
Relating to: school board policies related to changing a pupil’s legal name and pronouns.
| 2025 January - June |
2025 July - December |
2026 January - June |
2026 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 January - June 2% |
2025 July - December |
2026 January - June |
2026 July - December |
Total 2% |
Relating to: prohibiting gender transition medical intervention for individuals under 18 years of age.
| 2025 January - June |
2025 July - December |
2026 January - June |
2026 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 January - June 2% |
2025 July - December |
2026 January - June |
2026 July - December |
Total 2% |
Relating to: pelvic exams on unconscious patients and creating an administrative rule related to hospital requirements for pelvic exams on unconscious patients.
| 2025 January - June |
2025 July - December |
2026 January - June |
2026 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 January - June 2% |
2025 July - December |
2026 January - June |
2026 July - December |
Total 2% |
Relating to: designating University of Wisconsin and technical college sports and athletic teams based on the sex of the participants.
| 2025 January - June |
2025 July - December |
2026 January - June |
2026 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 January - June 5% |
2025 July - December |
2026 January - June |
2026 July - December |
Total 5% |
Budget Bill Subjects
| 2025 January - June |
2025 July - December |
2026 January - June |
2026 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 January - June 44% |
2025 July - December |
2026 January - June |
2026 July - December |
Total 45% |
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
No administrative rulemaking proceedings found.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
| 2025 January - June |
2025 July - December |
2026 January - June |
2026 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 January - June 36% |
2025 July - December |
2026 January - June |
2026 July - December |
Total 36% |
Minor Efforts
(Time spent on matters each of which accounted for less than 10% of the organization's lobbying.)
Other Matters
No other matters found.