Wisconsin Speech- Language Pathology and Audiology Association
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
Wisconsin audiologists and speech-language pathologists.
Lobbying Interests:
The Wisconsin Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Association will track and take interest in issues as they relate to: 1) licensure rules governing the professions of speech-language pathology and audiology, 2) Medicaid reimbursement for our services, 3) school based services, 4) elementary, secondary and higher education, and 5) any other areas which may impact individuals with communication disorders.
CEO Name:
Caryn Easterling
President
Wisconsin audiologists and speech-language pathologists.
Lobbying Interests:
The Wisconsin Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Association will track and take interest in issues as they relate to: 1) licensure rules governing the professions of speech-language pathology and audiology, 2) Medicaid reimbursement for our services, 3) school based services, 4) elementary, secondary and higher education, and 5) any other areas which may impact individuals with communication disorders.
CEO Name:
Caryn Easterling
President
Contact
SS
Shawn Sornson
PO Box 1109
Madison, WI 53701-1109
(608) 283-5489
(608) 283-5424
shawns@wismed.org
www.wisha.org
PO Box 1109
Madison, WI 53701-1109
(608) 283-5489
(608) 283-5424
shawns@wismed.org
www.wisha.org
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catherine Boyce | Exclusive Duties N/A | Authorized On 1/21/2003 | Withdrawn On 2/7/2003 |
| Sandra Lonergan | Exclusive Duties N/A | Authorized On 2/28/2003 | Withdrawn On 7/17/2003 |
| Michelle Mettner | Exclusive Duties N/A | Authorized On 7/24/2003 | Withdrawn On N/A |
Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
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
2/27/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
relating to: 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
For
Notification Date2/27/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 103
relating to: criminal background investigations by the Department of Regulation and Licensing of applicants for certain professional credentials.
Bill Text and History
2003 Wisconsin Act 151
9/29/2003
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.
relating to: criminal background investigations by the Department of Regulation and Licensing of applicants for certain professional credentials.
Bill Text and History
2003 Wisconsin Act 151
None
Notification Date9/29/2003
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 210
relating to: speech therapy services provided by a special education program.
Bill Text and History
9/29/2003
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.
relating to: speech therapy services provided by a special education program.
Bill Text and History
None
Notification Date9/29/2003
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 255
relating to: licensing interpreters for the deaf or hard of hearing, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
9/29/2003
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.
relating to: licensing interpreters for the deaf or hard of hearing, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
None
Notification Date9/29/2003
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 Joint Resolution 76
relating to: limiting spending by the state and certain local governmental units and requiring elector approval to exceed the limits (first consideration).
Bill Text and History
8/2/2004
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.
Comments
Against a proposal that does not address Medicaid reimbursment and inadequate reimbursment to providers
relating to: limiting spending by the state and certain local governmental units and requiring elector approval to exceed the limits (first consideration).
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date8/2/2004
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.
Comments
Against a proposal that does not address Medicaid reimbursment and inadequate reimbursment to providers
Budget Bill Subjects
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Health and Family Services: Children and Families
Health and Family Services: Children and Families
Notification Date
1/30/2003
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.
1/30/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Health and Family Services: Health
Health and Family Services: Health
Notification Date
1/30/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
1/30/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Health and Family Services: Medical Assistance
Health and Family Services: Medical Assistance
Notification Date
1/30/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
1/30/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Public Instruction: Categorical Aids
Public Instruction: Categorical Aids
Notification Date
1/30/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
1/30/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Regulation and Licensing
Regulation and Licensing
Notification Date
1/30/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
1/30/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Protecting the MA budget from cuts
Protecting the MA budget from cuts
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/30/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/30/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Regulation of hearing instruments
Regulation of hearing instruments
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/30/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/30/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Regulation of professionals in the speech-language pathology and audiology field
Regulation of professionals in the speech-language pathology and audiology field
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/30/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/30/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Total Lobbying Effort
| 2004 January - June |
2004 July - December |
Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Lobbying Expenditures | 2004 January - June $16,401.87 |
2004 July - December $15,365.79 |
Total $31,767.66 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2004 January - June 37.25 |
2004 July - December 8.25 |
Total 45.50 |
| Total Hours Other | 2004 January - June 69.45 |
2004 July - December 46.25 |
Total 115.70 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
relating to: licensing interpreters for the deaf or hard of hearing, granting rule-making authority, 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 13% |
relating to: various changes to the regulation of hearing instrument specialists, speech-language pathologists, and audiologists and granting rule-making authority.
| 2003 January - June |
2003 July - December |
2004 January - June |
2004 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 January - June |
2003 July - December |
2004 January - June 60% |
2004 July - December |
Total 40% |
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 20% |
2004 July - December 70% |
Total 37% |
| 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 15% |
Total 5% |
| 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 15% |
Total 5% |
Minor Efforts
No minor efforts found.
Other Matters
No other matters found.