Wisconsin Merchants Federation

Registered Principal Details

Business Or Interest:
Wisconsin's main street merchants/retail industry.

Lobbying Interests:
The Wisconsin Merchants Federation is the "voice of Wisconsin retailing." Our members' concerns range from trade regulations to taxation, from the environment to retail security and crime.

CEO Name:
Chris Tackett
President

Contact
CCT
Chris C Tackett
1 E Main St Ste 305
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 257-3541
(608) 257-8755
wmf@supranet.net

Authorized Lobbyists

Lobbyist Name Exclusive Duties Authorized On Withdrawn On
Chris C Tackett Exclusive Duties N/A Authorized On 1/2/2003 Withdrawn On N/A
Douglas Q Johnson Exclusive Duties N/A Authorized On 1/2/2003 Withdrawn On N/A
Richard Chandler Exclusive Duties N/A Authorized On 1/28/2004 Withdrawn On N/A

Lobbying Interests

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

January 2003 Special Session Senate Bill 1
January 2003 Special Session Senate Bill 1
relating to: decreasing appropriations; lapsing moneys from certain program revenue appropriation accounts to the general fund; transferring moneys from certain segregated funds to the general fund; increasing funding for out-of-state inmate contracts and ...

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 1

None
Notification Date
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.
Assembly Bill 1
Assembly Bill 1
relating to: official action in return for providing or withholding political contributions, services, or other things of value and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 39

Assembly Bill 2
Assembly Bill 2
relating to: credit union membership, powers, operation, and regulation; the application of agriculture, trade, and consumer protection statutes to credit unions; the creation of a new type of financial institution; the powers of and requirements applicabl...

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 63

Assembly Bill 6
Assembly Bill 6
relating to: single factor apportionment of income for corporate income tax and franchise tax purposes.

Bill Text and History

Assembly Bill 23
Assembly Bill 23
relating to: the sale or distribution of mercury thermometers and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
2/27/2003
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 33
Assembly Bill 33
relating to: requiring ethanol in automotive gasoline, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
2/27/2003
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 58
Assembly Bill 58
relating to: operating a motor vehicle while using a cellular or other mobile telephone and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
2/18/2003
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 61
Assembly Bill 61
relating to: creating a wireless 911 fund; imposing a surcharge on wireless telephone customers; making grants for wireless 911 emergency telephone service; providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures; granting rule-making authority; and making a...

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 48

None
Notification Date
2/18/2003
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 63
Assembly Bill 63
relating to: employment discrimination based on creed and exemption from liability and discipline for pharmacists who refuse to dispense for abortions, assisted suicides, and euthanasia.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
2/18/2003
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 64
Assembly Bill 64
relating to: providing an exception to the law prohibiting discrimination in public places of accommodation to permit a fitness center whose facilities and services are intended for the exclusive use of persons of the same sex to provide the use of those f...

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
2/18/2003
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 65
Assembly Bill 65
relating to: access by law enforcement agencies to photographs on motor vehicle operators' licenses and identification cards.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
2/18/2003
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 67
Assembly Bill 67
relating to: employment discrimination based on creed; exemption from liability and discipline for health care providers and hospital employees who refuse to participate in sterilization, abortion, assisted suicide, and other procedures on moral or religio...

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
2/18/2003
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 81
Assembly Bill 81
relating to: preparation of economic impact statements for bills and proposed administrative rules that would have a direct economic impact on the private sector.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
3/25/2003
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 82
Assembly Bill 82
relating to: arbitration of controversies arising out of open-end consumer credit plans.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
2/27/2003
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 83
Assembly Bill 83
relating to: credit card records and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
2/27/2003
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 84
Assembly Bill 84
relating to: the use of a person's social security number in his or her student identification number at a private institution of higher education.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 282

None
Notification Date
2/27/2003
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 93
Assembly Bill 93
relating to: requiring alarm systems for sellers of firearms and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
2/27/2003
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 96
Assembly Bill 96
relating to: actions against sport shooting range owners or operators, against gun or sportsman's clubs, and against manufacturers, importers, trade associations, or dealers of firearms, firearm components, or firearm ammunition.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
2/27/2003
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 102
Assembly Bill 102
relating to: disclosure of credit reports and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
2/27/2003
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 131
Assembly Bill 131
relating to: the duration of the effect of emergency rules.

Bill Text and History

Assembly Bill 135
Assembly Bill 135
relating to: directing the Department of Electronic Government to develop a database and Web site on broadband transmission service availability, public access to certain records created for this purpose, and granting rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

Assembly Bill 148
Assembly Bill 148
relating to: the provision of weights and measures services.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
4/8/2003
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 184
Assembly Bill 184
relating to: documentation of agricultural credit transactions and granting rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
3/25/2003
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 210
Assembly Bill 210
relating to: reciprocity for alcohol beverages operators' licenses.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 245

None
Notification Date
3/17/2004
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 229
Assembly Bill 229
relating to: establishing a publicly financed health care system for residents of this state, creating the Department of Health Planning and Finance, Health Policy Board, and regional health councils, granting rule-making authority, and making appropriatio...

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
4/8/2003
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 232
Assembly Bill 232
relating to: failure to pay for gasoline or diesel fuel and suspension of operating privileges after conviction for theft of gasoline or diesel fuel and providing penalties.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 80

None
Notification Date
4/8/2003
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 267
Assembly Bill 267
relating to: administrative rule making regarding small businesses, data used by administrative agencies in preparing proposed rules, increasing attorney fees, creating an Internet site for proposed rules, and creating a Small Business Regulatory Review Bo...

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
4/17/2003
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 277
Assembly Bill 277
relating to: the sale, offer for sale, or distribution of mercury fever thermometers and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
4/29/2003
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 278
Assembly Bill 278
relating to: prohibiting the use of information in credit reports for issuing or setting premiums for motor vehicle or property insurance.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
4/29/2003
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 283
Assembly Bill 283
relating to: an income and franchise tax credit for expenses related to operating a dairy farm.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 135

None
Notification Date
4/29/2003
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 288
Assembly Bill 288
relating to:

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 36

None
Notification Date
4/29/2003
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 290
Assembly Bill 290
relating to: creating an individual income tax subtract modification for amounts spent on medical insurance premiums by certain individuals.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
4/29/2003
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 292
Assembly Bill 292
relating to: granting rule-making authority regarding the transportation, possession, control, storage, or disposal of the carcass of a deer or an elk from a chronic wasting disease eradication zone or a state with confirmed chronic wasting disease.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
4/29/2003
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 306
Assembly Bill 306
relating to: writing bad checks and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 306

None
Notification Date
5/8/2003
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 308
Assembly Bill 308
relating to: the prohibition of certain billing practices for consumer goods or services, lawn care service contracts, granting rule-making authority, and providing penalties.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
5/8/2003
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 312
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

None
Notification Date
5/15/2003
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.
Assembly Bill 317
Assembly Bill 317
relating to: product liability of manufacturers, assemblers, distributors, and sellers.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
5/15/2003
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.
Assembly Bill 318
Assembly Bill 318
relating to: authorizing the circuit court to order a person who engages in discrimination in employment to pay compensatory and punitive damages and an assessment, directing the secretary of workforce development to appoint a committee to study wage dispa...

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
5/15/2003
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.
Assembly Bill 338
Assembly Bill 338
relating to: prohibiting an employer from terminating the employment of an employee who is 40 years of age or over without just cause and the time within which an employment discrimination complaint in which the act charged is termination of employment mus...

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
5/15/2003
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.
Assembly Bill 346
Assembly Bill 346
relating to: garnishment of the income of a minor.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
6/6/2003
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.
Assembly Bill 355
Assembly Bill 355
relating to: prescription drugs, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-making authority, making appropriations, and providing penalties.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
5/27/2003
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 361
Assembly Bill 361
relating to: collection of fines and forfeitures by counties.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
6/9/2003
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 365
Assembly Bill 365
relating to: authorizing municipal courts to contract with collection agencies and the sharing of collection costs by cities, villages, towns, and counties.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 140

None
Notification Date
6/9/2003
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 394
Assembly Bill 394
relating to: powers and duties of transmission company with responsibilities for electric transmission in this state.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
6/16/2003
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 413
Assembly Bill 413
relating to: single sales factor apportionment of income for corporate income tax and franchise tax purposes and granting rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
6/16/2003
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 415
Assembly Bill 415
relating to: sales of motor vehicle fuel that are exempt from the requirements of the Unfair Sales Act.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
6/25/2003
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 440
Assembly Bill 440
relating to: advertising by intoxicating liquor retailers.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
1/15/2004
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 456
Assembly Bill 456
relating to: changing the interest rate applicable in court actions.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
9/2/2003
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 494
Assembly Bill 494
relating to: tobacco settlement agreement enforcement and providing penalties.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 73

None
Notification Date
9/15/2003
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.
Assembly Bill 496
Assembly Bill 496
relating to: the removal of nonconforming outdoor advertising signs.

Bill Text and History

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 509
Assembly Bill 509
relating to: discrimination in prescription drug prices and granting rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
1/15/2004
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 521
Assembly Bill 521
relating to: bulk transfers of inventory.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
9/30/2003
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.
Assembly Bill 547
Assembly Bill 547
relating to: the Uniform Sales and Use Tax Administration Act, granting rule-making authority, making an appropriation, and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
10/6/2003
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.
Assembly Bill 548
Assembly Bill 548
relating to: limiting the amount of bond set by a court in a civil action.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 105

None
Notification Date
11/6/2003
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.
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

None
Notification Date
3/17/2004
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 570
Assembly Bill 570
relating to: removal of a shopping cart and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 159

For
Notification Date
10/13/2003
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.
Assembly Bill 577
Assembly Bill 577
relating to: disclosure of social security numbers by persons who purchase goods from sellers of goods at retail and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
10/30/2003
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.
Assembly Bill 578
Assembly Bill 578
relating to: disclosure by insurers and intermediaries of identifying information.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
10/30/2003
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.
Assembly Bill 579
Assembly Bill 579
relating to: health insurance coverage of vaccinations against small pox, anthrax, and other diseases caused by biological agents of potential terrorist attacks and granting rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
10/30/2003
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.
Assembly Bill 580
Assembly Bill 580
relating to: fuel price gouging and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
10/30/2003
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.
Assembly Bill 581
Assembly Bill 581
relating to: discharge or discrimination against an employee for disclosing the employee's compensation.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
10/30/2003
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.
Assembly Bill 585
Assembly Bill 585
relating to: expanding the right of privacy.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
10/30/2003
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.
Assembly Bill 586
Assembly Bill 586
relating to: gifts given or offered by prescription drug manufacturers and distributors to encourage practitioners to prescribe certain drugs and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
10/30/2003
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.
Assembly Bill 587
Assembly Bill 587
relating to: prohibiting persons who provide broadcast and cable television services from transmitting programming that is encrypted in a certain manner.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
10/30/2003
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.
Assembly Bill 588
Assembly Bill 588
relating to: local government telecommunications utilities and public hearings for ordinances and resolutions authorizing local government cable television, telecommunications, and Internet access facilities.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
10/30/2003
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.
Assembly Bill 592
Assembly Bill 592
relating to: supplemental Medical Assistance payments to county, city, town, or village nursing homes and making an appropriation.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 100

None
Notification Date
10/30/2003
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.
Assembly Bill 595
Assembly Bill 595
relating to: civil liability exemption for claims resulting from weight gain and obesity.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
10/22/2003
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 597
Assembly Bill 597
relating to: prohibiting certain electronic mail solicitations and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
10/30/2003
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.
Assembly Bill 604
Assembly Bill 604
relating to: contributions by electric and gas utilities to the utility public benefits fund, grants for energy conservation and other programs, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
10/30/2003
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.
Assembly Bill 608
Assembly Bill 608
relating to: making changes to the comprehensive planning statute known as Smart Growth.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 233

None
Notification Date
10/30/2003
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.
Assembly Bill 622
Assembly Bill 622
relating to: a state minimum wage, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from rule-making procedures, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
10/30/2003
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.
Assembly Bill 633
Assembly Bill 633
relating to: preemption of county, city, village, or town living wage ordinances.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
11/4/2003
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 651
Assembly Bill 651
relating to: parental liability for acts of their minor child, recovery of damages for certain criminal actions, increasing the jurisdictional amount in small claims court, garnishment, attorney fees, exemption from execution of accounts, civil actions by ...

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 138

For
Notification Date
11/18/2003
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 655
Assembly Bill 655
relating to: administrative rules, guidelines, policies, and hearings; air pollution control; structures, deposits, and other activities in or near navigable waters; notice, hearing, and review procedures related to permits to place structures and material...

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 118

None
Notification Date
11/18/2003
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 665
Assembly Bill 665
relating to: payday loan providers and granting rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
4/14/2004
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 668
Assembly Bill 668
relating to: various changes in the unemployment insurance law, granting rule-making authority, and making appropriations.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
11/18/2003
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 669
Assembly Bill 669
relating to: making various changes in the worker's compensation law and granting rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 144

None
Notification Date
11/18/2003
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 672
Assembly Bill 672
relating to: exempting broadband Internet service from regulation by the Public Service Commission and local governments, requiring telecommunications utilities to provide unbundled network elements, and price regulation of telecommunications utilities.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
11/18/2003
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 689
Assembly Bill 689
relating to: prescription drug labels.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
1/15/2004
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 729
Assembly Bill 729
relating to: petitions by certain telecommunications utilities regarding unbundled network or service elements.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 125

None
Notification Date
1/8/2004
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 734
Assembly Bill 734
relating to: partial deregulation of telecommunications services.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
2/6/2004
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 755
Assembly Bill 755
relating to: electronic transactions and records.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 294

None
Notification Date
3/17/2004
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 789
Assembly Bill 789
relating to: continuous garnishment of earnings.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
2/6/2004
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 797
Assembly Bill 797
relating to: the regulation of pawnbrokers and secondhand article and jewelry dealers.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
2/6/2004
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 841
Assembly Bill 841
relating to: various changes to the regulation of hearing instrument specialists, speech-language pathologists, and audiologists and granting rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 270

None
Notification Date
3/17/2004
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 898
Assembly Bill 898
relating to: regulation of rental-purchase agreements and granting rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
2/25/2004
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 969
Assembly Bill 969
relating to: prohibiting the sale of a product in a plastic container if the container does not consist of a percentage of postconsumer waste by weight and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
3/16/2004
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 974
Assembly Bill 974
relating to: the repeal of single sales factor apportionment of corporate income.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
3/16/2004
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 975
Assembly Bill 975
relating to: a sales tax holiday.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
3/16/2004
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 977
Assembly Bill 977
relating to: use of renewable resources at certain state facilities.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
3/16/2004
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 981
Assembly Bill 981
relating to: deceptive preapproved rates, terms, or conditions, open-end credit plan billing statements, and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
3/16/2004
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 982
Assembly Bill 982
relating to: transactions excluded from and penalties under the Wisconsin Consumer Act and authority of licensed lenders and consumer leases under the Uniform Commercial Code.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
3/16/2004
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 995
Assembly Bill 995
relating to: treating property taxes as a deduction to annual household income for purposes of determining eligibility and deductible amounts under the prescription drug assistance program for the elderly; exempting amounts claimed for depreciation for pur...

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
3/16/2004
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 Joint Resolution 17
Assembly Joint Resolution 17
relating to: the vote on bills that would increase certain tax rates (first consideration).

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
2/27/2003
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 Resolution 40
Assembly Resolution 40
relating to: referring calls received on the legislative hotline.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
3/16/2004
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 10
Senate Bill 10
relating to: the sale or distribution of mercury thermometers and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

Senate Bill 16
Senate Bill 16
relating to: the capital gains income tax exclusion.

Bill Text and History

Senate Bill 20
Senate Bill 20
relating to: creating a Wireless 911 Board and wireless 911 fund, imposing a surcharge on wireless telephone customers, making grants for emergency 911 wireless service, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-making authority,...

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
2/27/2003
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 21
Senate Bill 21
relating to: employment discrimination based on creed and exemption from liability and discipline for pharmacists who refuse to dispense for abortions, assisted suicides, and euthanasia.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
2/27/2003
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 22
Senate Bill 22
relating to: official action in return for providing or withholding political contributions, services, or other things of value and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
2/27/2003
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 36
Senate Bill 36
relating to: restrictions on the transmission of unsolicited electronic mail.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
2/18/2003
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 39
Senate Bill 39
relating to: disclosure of credit reports and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
2/24/2003
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 53
Senate Bill 53
relating to: regulating the negotiation and collection of demand drafts.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 86

Senate Bill 100
Senate Bill 100
relating to: administrative rule making regarding small businesses, data used by administrative agencies in preparing proposed rules, increasing attorney fees, creating an Internet site for proposed rules, and creating a Small Business Regulatory Review Bo...

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 145

None
Notification Date
3/5/2004
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 114
Senate Bill 114
relating to: prescription drug assistance, rebates on prescription drugs, increasing the cigarette tax rate, and making appropriations.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
4/17/2003
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 117
Senate Bill 117
relating to: prohibiting methyl tertiary-butyl ether in automotive gasoline, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 45

None
Notification Date
4/17/2003
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 121
Senate Bill 121
relating to: disposal of oil-absorbent materials.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 96

None
Notification Date
5/15/2003
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.
Senate Bill 123
Senate Bill 123
relating to: consideration of population in determining eligibility for recycling efficiency incentive grants.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
4/29/2003
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 158
Senate Bill 158
relating to: limitations upon the use of moneys derived from employment for political purposes.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
5/15/2003
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.
Senate Bill 178
Senate Bill 178
relating to: rest and meal periods for employees and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
5/27/2003
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 180
Senate Bill 180
relating to: payments to local governments for public utilities and making an appropriation.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
6/6/2003
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.
Senate Bill 194
Senate Bill 194
relating to: powers and duties of transmission company with responsibilities for electric transmission in this state.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 40

None
Notification Date
6/16/2003
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 197
Senate Bill 197
relating to: single sales factor apportionment of income for corporate income tax and franchise tax purposes and granting rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 37

None
Notification Date
6/16/2003
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 211
Senate Bill 211
relating to: advertising by intoxicating liquor retailers.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 124

None
Notification Date
2/6/2004
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 231
Senate Bill 231
relating to: changing the interest rate applicable in court actions.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
9/2/2003
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 239
Senate Bill 239
relating to: the removal of nonconforming outdoor advertising signs.

Bill Text and History

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.
Senate Bill 267
Senate Bill 267
relating to: the Uniform Sales and Use Tax Administration Act, granting rule-making authority, making an appropriation, and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
10/6/2003
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.
Senate Bill 272
Senate Bill 272
relating to: local government telecommunications utilities and public hearings for ordinances and resolutions authorizing local government cable television, telecommunications, and Internet access facilities.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 278

None
Notification Date
10/13/2003
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.
Senate Bill 273
Senate Bill 273
relating to: limiting the amount of bond set by a court in a civil action.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
10/13/2003
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.
Senate Bill 280
Senate Bill 280
relating to: contributions by electric and gas utilities to the utility public benefits fund, grants for energy conservation and other programs, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
10/30/2003
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.
Senate Bill 289
Senate Bill 289
relating to: civil liability exemption for claims resulting from weight gain and obesity.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
10/22/2003
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 309
Senate Bill 309
relating to: the disclosure of personal financial information by financial institutions, granting rule-making authority, and providing penalties.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
11/18/2003
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 310
Senate Bill 310
relating to: creating a job training grant program, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, requiring the exercise of rule-making authority, and making an appropriation.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
11/18/2003
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 313
Senate Bill 313
relating to: administrative rules, guidelines, policies, and hearings; air pollution control; structures, deposits, and other activities in or near navigable waters; notice, hearing, and review procedures related to permits to place structures and material...

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
11/18/2003
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 340
Senate Bill 340
relating to: various changes in the unemployment insurance law, granting rule-making authority, and making appropriations.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 197

None
Notification Date
3/17/2004
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 370
Senate Bill 370
relating to: petitions by certain telecommunications utilities regarding unbundled network or service elements.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
1/15/2004
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 404
Senate Bill 404
relating to: electronic transactions and records.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
2/6/2004
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 426
Senate Bill 426
relating to: the administration of vaccines by persons supervised by a pharmacist.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 181

None
Notification Date
3/5/2004
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 459
Senate Bill 459
relating to: the sale of gift certificates, gift cards, and other gift obligations, requiring the exercise of rule-making authority, and providing penalties.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
2/23/2004
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 486
Senate Bill 486
relating to: regulation of rental-purchase agreements and granting rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
2/25/2004
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 489
Senate Bill 489
relating to: compensation of fermented malt beverages wholesalers for termination of distribution rights.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 303

None
Notification Date
3/17/2004
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 Joint Resolution 15
Senate Joint Resolution 15
relating to: the vote on bills that would increase certain tax rates (first consideration).

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
2/27/2003
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.

Budget Bill Subjects

Administration: Division of Gaming
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Administration: Division of Gaming

Notification Date
2/27/2003
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.

Commerce: Departmentwide and Economic Development
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Commerce: Departmentwide and Economic Development

Notification Date
2/27/2003
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.

General Fund Taxes
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
General Fund Taxes

Notification Date
2/27/2003
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.

General Provisions
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
General Provisions

Notification Date
2/27/2003
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.

Governor
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Governor

Notification Date
2/27/2003
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.

Health and Family Services: Care and Treatment Facilities
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Health and Family Services: Care and Treatment Facilities

Notification Date
2/27/2003
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.

Health and Family Services: Children and Families
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Health and Family Services: Children and Families

Notification Date
2/27/2003
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.

Health and Family Services: Community Aids and Supportive Living
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Health and Family Services: Community Aids and Supportive Living

Notification Date
2/27/2003
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.

Health and Family Services: Departmentwide and Management and Technology
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Health and Family Services: Departmentwide and Management and Technology

Notification Date
2/27/2003
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.

Health and Family Services: Family Care and Other Community-Based Long-Term Care Programs
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Health and Family Services: Family Care and Other Community-Based Long-Term Care Programs

Notification Date
2/27/2003
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.

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

Notification Date
2/27/2003
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.

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

Notification Date
2/27/2003
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.

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

Notification Date
2/27/2003
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.

Regulation and Licensing
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Regulation and Licensing

Notification Date
2/27/2003
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.

Shared Revenue and Property Tax Relief: Direct Aid Payments
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Shared Revenue and Property Tax Relief: Direct Aid Payments

Notification Date
2/27/2003
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.

Shared Revenue and Property Tax Relief: Local Revenue Options
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Shared Revenue and Property Tax Relief: Local Revenue Options

Notification Date
2/27/2003
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.

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

Notification Date
2/27/2003
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

Safeguarding nonpublic information.
Agency Name
Insurance
Subject
Safeguarding nonpublic information.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 570 (7/1/2003)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 03-083
None
Notification Date
9/15/2003
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.

Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number

Enact market-based reforms to hold down cost of health care and lower insurance premiums/costs.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Enact market-based reforms to hold down cost of health care and lower insurance premiums/costs.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/16/2003
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.

Enact meaningful campaign finance reforms. Support "lobby reform" that encourages "grass roots" involvement in government.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Enact meaningful campaign finance reforms. Support "lobby reform" that encourages "grass roots" involvement in government.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/16/2003
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.

Enact responsible, defeat excessive, privacy regulation.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Enact responsible, defeat excessive, privacy regulation.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/16/2003
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.

Expand property tax relief for all property (residential and commercial) and make nonprofits who abuse their tax exempt status pay their fair share. Defeat tax bills/control spending/maintain cost controls.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Expand property tax relief for all property (residential and commercial) and make nonprofits who abuse their tax exempt status pay their fair share. Defeat tax bills/control spending/maintain cost controls.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/16/2003
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.

Improve electrical infrastructure reliability through increased transmission and generation, setting stage for competitive consumer choice.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Improve electrical infrastructure reliability through increased transmission and generation, setting stage for competitive consumer choice.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/16/2003
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.

Kill efforts to "beef up" minimum markup law and then find a way to repeal it
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Kill efforts to "beef up" minimum markup law and then find a way to repeal it

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/16/2003
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.

Kill employer/employee benefit mandates
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Kill employer/employee benefit mandates

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/16/2003
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.

Maintain unemployment compensation tax tables at lowest rates.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Maintain unemployment compensation tax tables at lowest rates.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/16/2003
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.

Preserve business sales tax exemptions and retailer's discount where consistent with "streamlining".
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Preserve business sales tax exemptions and retailer's discount where consistent with "streamlining".

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/16/2003
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.

Preserve consumer credit rate/fee deregulation. Ensure Wisconsin Consumer Act updates, if any, keep fair balance in consumer protection regulation/enforcement.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Preserve consumer credit rate/fee deregulation. Ensure Wisconsin Consumer Act updates, if any, keep fair balance in consumer protection regulation/enforcement.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/16/2003
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.

Promote competition in telecommunications industry, improve customer service and choice and reduce costs through limits on access charges and pass-through costs.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Promote competition in telecommunications industry, improve customer service and choice and reduce costs through limits on access charges and pass-through costs.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/16/2003
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.

Refine "mainstreet" civil recovery laws, improve garnishment laws, increase small claims statutory attorney fees and costs and enact right of assignment.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Refine "mainstreet" civil recovery laws, improve garnishment laws, increase small claims statutory attorney fees and costs and enact right of assignment.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/16/2003
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.

Streamline state's sales tax codes to collect this tax and even the competitive playing field.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Streamline state's sales tax codes to collect this tax and even the competitive playing field.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/16/2003
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
$230,545.00
2004
July - December
$355,102.80
Total $585,647.80
Total Hours Communicating 2004
January - June
212.25
2004
July - December
49.00
Total 261.25
Total Hours Other 2004
January - June
1616.25
2004
July - December
1753.50
Total 3369.75

Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

relating to: parental liability for acts of their minor child, recovery of damages for certain criminal actions, increasing the jurisdictional amount in small claims court, garnishment, attorney fees, exemption from execution of accounts, civil actions by collection agencies, earnings garnishment, retail theft, recovery in actions involving worthless checks, and revocation of fish and game approvals for which payment is made by worthless checks.
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
10%
2004
July - December
Total 5%

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

No topics found.

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
90%
2004
July - December
100%
Total 95%

Other Matters

No other matters found.

Filed Statements of Lobbying Activity and Expenditures