Medical College of Wisconsin

Registered Principal Details

Business Or Interest:
Medical education and health.

Lobbying Interests:
Legislation pertaining to health care, education and research.

CEO Name:
T. Michael Bolger
Director

Contact
KAK
Kathryn A Kuhn
8701 Watertown Plank Rd
Milwaukee, WI 53226-0509
(414) 456-8544
(414) 456-6501
kkuhn@mcw.edu
www.mcw.edu

Authorized Lobbyists

Lobbyist Name Exclusive Duties Authorized On Withdrawn On
Kathryn Kuhn Exclusive Duties N/A Authorized On 1/1/2003 Withdrawn On N/A
Donna Gissen Exclusive Duties N/A Authorized On 1/1/2003 Withdrawn On N/A

Lobbying Interests

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

Assembly Bill 152
Assembly Bill 152
relating to: creating a board to investigate and make recommendations regarding inmate deaths.

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
8/15/2003
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
only concerned that an expansion of the bill would create a time constraint for members serving on the review committee
Assembly Bill 351
Assembly Bill 351
relating to: creating an individual income tax checkoff for a breast cancer research program, creating a breast cancer research program, requiring the exercise of rule-making authority, and making appropriations.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 176

For
Notification Date
2/18/2004
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.
Assembly Bill 448
Assembly Bill 448
relating to: confidentiality of autopsy records.

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
11/26/2003
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
Need to amend to allow medical students / residents/ researchers opportunity to review and copy photos for case review, education, and training.
Assembly Bill 451
Assembly Bill 451
relating to: mandatory overtime hours worked by health care workers employed by health care facilities and providing penalties.

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
1/28/2004
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.
Assembly Bill 477
Assembly Bill 477
relating to: creating an individual income tax subtract modification for certain individuals who donate a human organ.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 119

For
Notification Date
1/28/2004
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.
Assembly Bill 487
Assembly Bill 487
relating to: the purpose and integrity of the patients compensation fund and changing its name to the injured patients and families compensation fund.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 111

For
Notification Date
9/8/2003
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 554
Assembly Bill 554
relating to: declarations to physicians regarding life-sustaining measures and powers of attorney for health care.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 290

For
Notification Date
1/7/2004
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.
Assembly Bill 560
Assembly Bill 560
relating to: use of federal registration numbers required for prescribers of controlled substances and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 272

For
Notification Date
10/14/2003
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 670
Assembly Bill 670
relating to: exempting medical residents and fellows from health care information data annual assessments.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
11/26/2003
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 727
Assembly Bill 727
relating to: making patient health care records concerning health care operations inapplicable to restrictions on release without informed consent.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/2/2004
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.
Assembly Bill 786
Assembly Bill 786
relating to: donation of newborn umbilical cord blood.

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
2/2/2004
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.
Senate Bill 177
Senate Bill 177
relating to: mandatory overtime hours worked by health care workers employed by health care facilities and providing penalties.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
2/2/2004
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.
Senate Bill 187
Senate Bill 187
relating to: claims for loss of society and companionship in medical malpractice cases.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/13/2004
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 226
Senate Bill 226
relating to: making available to the public information on the education, practice, and disciplinary history of physicians, requiring rules of the Department of Health and Family Services to include procedures affording health care providers an opportunity...

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
9/8/2003
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 227
Senate Bill 227
relating to: priorities, completion guidelines, and notices required for health care professional disciplinary cases; identification of health care professionals in possible need of investigation; additional public members for the Medical Examining Board; ...

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
9/8/2003
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
concerned about language relating to investigating those who "may" warrent evaluation.
Senate Bill 274
Senate Bill 274
relating to: regulating the cremation of human remains, creating a Crematory Authority Council, granting rule-making authority, and providing penalties.

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
10/14/2003
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
need amendment exempting medical schools or anatomical gift registry
Senate Bill 276
Senate Bill 276
relating to: use of federal registration numbers required for prescribers of controlled substances and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/2/2004
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.
Senate Bill 372
Senate Bill 372
relating to: making patient health care records concerning health care operations inapplicable to restrictions on release without informed consent.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 281

For
Notification Date
2/2/2004
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.
Senate Bill 387
Senate Bill 387
relating to: eliminating the distinction between a minor under 14 years of age and a minor 14 years of age or older with regard to informed consent for treatment for mental illness, transfer, discharge, and access to records.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
2/2/2004
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.
Senate Bill 399
Senate Bill 399
relating to: a certificate of birth resulting in stillbirth.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 300

None
Notification Date
2/2/2004
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.
Senate Bill 452
Senate Bill 452
relating to: establishing a cancer drug repository program and requiring the exercise of rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/12/2004
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.
Senate Bill 467
Senate Bill 467
relating to: claims for loss of society and companionship in medical malpractice cases.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/18/2004
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

Bonding Authorization
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Bonding Authorization

Notification Date
3/6/2003
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
MCW's proposed biomedical research and technology incubator

Building Commission
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Building Commission

Notification Date
2/6/2003
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
Support for the proposed MCW biomedical research and technology incubator

Health and Family Services: Medical Assistance
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Health and Family Services: Medical Assistance

Notification Date
2/6/2003
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.

Higher Educational Aids Board
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Higher Educational Aids Board

Notification Date
2/6/2003
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
Support for student capitation

Insurance
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Insurance

Notification Date
3/6/2003
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
Patient Compensation Fund

Medical College of Wisconsin
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Medical College of Wisconsin

Notification Date
2/6/2003
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
Support for Family and Community residency program

Wisconsin Health and Educational Facilities Authorities
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Wisconsin Health and Educational Facilities Authorities

Notification Date
3/6/2003
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.

Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number

contacted members of the Building Commission regarding MCW's request for the release of funds for the proposed research facility
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
contacted members of the Building Commission regarding MCW's request for the release of funds for the proposed research facility

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
11/18/2004
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.

Registered in support of proposed audit of the Physician Office Visit Data Program
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Registered in support of proposed audit of the Physician Office Visit Data Program

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
11/18/2004
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.

physician treatment of juveniles where parent/guardian is not available for consent.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
physician treatment of juveniles where parent/guardian is not available for consent.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
6/18/2004
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 an individual income tax subtract modification for certain individuals who donate a human organ
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
relating to creating an individual income tax subtract modification for certain individuals who donate a human organ

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
8/15/2003
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
$8,505.57
2004
July - December
$7,478.94
Total $15,984.51
Total Hours Communicating 2004
January - June
51.50
2004
July - December
34.50
Total 86.00
Total Hours Other 2004
January - June
39.50
2004
July - December
44.50
Total 84.00

Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

relating to: creating an individual income tax checkoff for a breast cancer research program, creating a breast cancer research program, requiring the exercise of rule-making authority, and making appropriations.
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
15%
2004
July - December
Total 8%
relating to: confidentiality of autopsy records.
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
15%
2004
July - December
Total 8%
relating to: use of federal registration numbers required for prescribers of controlled substances and providing a penalty.
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
20%
2004
July - December
Total 11%

Budget Bill Subjects

No budget bill subjects found.

Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings

No administrative rulemaking proceedings found.

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
2004
July - December
50%
Total 23%

Minor Efforts

(Time spent on matters each of which accounted for less than 10% of the organization's lobbying.)

Minor Efforts
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
30%
2004
July - December
45%
Total 37%

Other Matters

Includes time spent on:

  • Gubernatorial nominations
  • Matters on which the organization made no lobbying communication

Other Matters
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
20%
2004
July - December
5%
Total 13%

Filed Statements of Lobbying Activity and Expenditures