Wisconsin Wildlife Federation

Registered Principal Details

Business Or Interest:
Education and conservation of state and national natural resources

Lobbying Interests:
Any legislation or rules related to the protection or management of Wisconsin's land, air and water resources and wildlife.

Title:
Executive Director

Contact
GM
George Meyer
201 Randolph Dr
Madison, WI 53717-1615
(920) 832-6667
(920) 832-6962
georgemeyer@tds.net

Authorized Lobbyists

Lobbyist Name Exclusive Duties Authorized On Withdrawn On
George Meyer Exclusive Duties N/A Authorized On 4/1/2003 Withdrawn On N/A

Lobbying Interests

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

Assembly Bill 10
Assembly Bill 10
relating to: creating a sales tax and use tax exemption for the sale of game birds.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
4/14/2003
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 23
Assembly Bill 23
relating to: the sale or distribution of mercury thermometers and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
4/14/2003
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 25
Assembly Bill 25
relating to: the beginning date authorized for the hunting of antlerless deer in October.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
4/14/2003
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 30
Assembly Bill 30
relating to: the appointment of the secretary of natural resources.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
4/5/2003
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 40
Assembly Bill 40
relating to: retired peace officers carrying a concealed weapon and the content of operators' licenses and identification cards issued by the Department of Transportation and requiring the exercise of rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
4/14/2003
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 46
Assembly Bill 46
relating to: creating an Office of Public Intervenor in the Department of Justice.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
4/14/2003
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 91
Assembly Bill 91
relating to: prohibiting the use of cyanide in metallic mining.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
4/14/2003
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 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

For
Notification Date
4/14/2003
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 106
Assembly Bill 106
relating to: bear hunting by certain minors.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 59

For
Notification Date
4/14/2003
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 109
Assembly Bill 109
relating to: the use by the Department of Natural Resources of seized, confiscated, or unclaimed property for educational hunting, fishing, trapping, and other conservation activities; hunting of antlerless deer by holders of certificates of accomplishment...

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/17/2004
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 122
Assembly Bill 122
relating to: acceptance of political contributions derived from the net proceeds of gambling operations and providing penalties.

Bill Text and History

Assembly Bill 153
Assembly Bill 153
relating to: penalties for hunting deer, including a trophy deer, without a license, requiring the exercise of rule-making authority, and providing penalties.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
4/14/2003
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 157
Assembly Bill 157
relating to: crimes affecting the U.S. flag and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 243

Assembly Bill 174
Assembly Bill 174
relating to: operation of all-terrain vehicles on real property under the management, supervision, or control of the Department of Natural Resources for purposes of hunting.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
4/19/2003
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 191
Assembly Bill 191
relating to: requirements for approving high-capacity wells.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
4/14/2003
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 197
Assembly Bill 197
relating to: the types of captive animals that may be used in training hound dogs.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 239

For
Notification Date
7/31/2003
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 276
Assembly Bill 276
relating to: allowing managed forest land to be located in cities.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
7/2/2003
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 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

For
Notification Date
7/2/2003
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 284
Assembly Bill 284
relating to: the requirement that operators of fish farms provide evidence of fish health and granting rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 136

Against
Notification Date
7/2/2003
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 291
Assembly Bill 291
relating to: the panning for gold, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
7/2/2003
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.
Comments
This is a new program that should not be adopted in tight budget times without new staff and fiscal resources.
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

For
Notification Date
7/2/2003
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 297
Assembly Bill 297
relating to: requiring that personal flotation devices be worn by certain underage persons in certain boats.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
7/2/2003
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 303
Assembly Bill 303
relating to: requirements, prohibitions, and procedures relating to land acquisition under the Warren Knowles-Gaylord Nelson Stewardship 2000 program; acquisitions of land and interests of land by the Department of Natural Resources; and aid in lieu of pro...

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
7/2/2003
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 316
Assembly Bill 316
relating to: ballast water management to control aquatic nuisance species.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
7/2/2003
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 323
Assembly Bill 323
relating to: the Managed Forest Land Program, providing funding for grants for land acquisition for outdoor recreation, requiring the exercise of rule-making authority, and making an appropriation.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 228

Against
Notification Date
7/2/2003
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.
Comments
This removes more tax benefitted land from public hunting and other recreational use.
Assembly Bill 345
Assembly Bill 345
relating to: designating the first weekend in March Aldo Leopold Weekend.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 137

For
Notification Date
7/2/2003
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 374
Assembly Bill 374
relating to: using a flashlight while hunting coyotes.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
7/2/2003
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 411
Assembly Bill 411
relating to: an exemption from requirements for nonmetallic mining reclamation.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
8/19/2003
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 420
Assembly Bill 420
relating to: environmental regulation of mining and notice to transferees of interests in mining sites.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
8/19/2003
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 424
Assembly Bill 424
relating to: control and possession of the head, antlers, or skin of a deer or an elk.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 247

For
Notification Date
8/19/2003
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 425
Assembly Bill 425
relating to: regulating the feeding of wild animals.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
8/19/2003
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 435
Assembly Bill 435
relating to: repealing the comprehensive planning statute known as Smart Growth.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
8/19/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 444
Assembly Bill 444
relating to: carrying or going armed with a concealed weapon, requiring the exercise of rule-making authority, making appropriations, and providing penalties.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
8/19/2003
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 445
Assembly Bill 445
relating to: regulating piers and boat shelters and requiring the exercise of rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
8/19/2003
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 460
Assembly Bill 460
relating to: creating a 24-hour resident and a 24-hour nonresident fishing license.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
9/17/2003
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.
Comments
Costs too much money from the fish and wildlife account
Assembly Bill 479
Assembly Bill 479
relating to: authorizing certain agents who issue vehicle admission receipts for entry into state parks and other state recreational lands to collect surcharges.

Bill Text and History

Against
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 480
Assembly Bill 480
relating to: bonding authority for the stewardship program.

Bill Text and History

Against
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 506
Assembly Bill 506
relating to: the definition of navigable waters and navigable waterway and declarations of navigability.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
9/17/2003
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.
Comments
wqould remove protection from thousands of miles of some of some of Wisconsin's most valuable waterways and is also clearly unconstitutional
Assembly Bill 514
Assembly Bill 514
relating to: determinations concerning the navigability of bodies of water; determinations as to whether bodies of waters are lakes or streams; procedures, requirements, and exemptions that apply to granting, modifying, and denying permits, contracts, and ...

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
9/17/2003
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.
Comments
sound and well thought out changes to Wisconsin's navigable waterway laws
Assembly Bill 527
Assembly Bill 527
relating to: the effectiveness of county shoreland zoning ordinances in cities, villages, or towns that annex county shoreland areas and enforcement of those ordinances.

Bill Text and History

Against
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 528
Assembly Bill 528
relating to: Joint Committee on Finance review of stewardship acquisitions.

Bill Text and History

Against
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 530
Assembly Bill 530
relating to: suspending the Department of Natural Resources rule related to limits on bridges over wild rivers.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 248

Against
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 536
Assembly Bill 536
relating to: pet dealers, kennels, animal shelters, dog licensing, granting rule-making authority, making an appropriation, and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/17/2004
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.
Comments
There needs to be effective regulation of true "puppy mills". However the rules mudt be carefully drafted. We recommend that regulations be drafted collaboratively prior to the enactment of the bill.
Assembly Bill 569
Assembly Bill 569
relating to: the daily bag limit for participants in bass fishing tournaments.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/17/2004
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 607
Assembly Bill 607
relating to: limiting the numbers of acres under the jurisdiction of the Department of Natural Resources.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/17/2004
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 623
Assembly Bill 623
relating to: regulating fishing tournaments, granting rule-making authority, and providing penalties.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 249

Against
Notification Date
2/17/2004
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.
Comments
The WWF supported this bill until the culling amendment was added.
Assembly Bill 632
Assembly Bill 632
relating to: construction of electric generating facilities and transmission lines, and granting rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
11/3/2003
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 650
Assembly Bill 650
relating to: the definition of agricultural forest land for property tax purposes.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 230

For
Notification Date
2/17/2004
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.
Comments
This bill supports the protection of valuable wooded habitat in Wisconsin
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

Against
Notification Date
11/17/2003
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.
Comments
While we strongly support job creation in Wisconsin, the Chapter 30 changes in this bill will seriously degrade Wisconsin's lakes and streams without creating jobs.
Assembly Bill 700
Assembly Bill 700
relating to: environmental compliance audits, environmental management systems, providing incentives for improving environmental performance, providing immunity from civil penalties for certain violations of environmental requirements, access to certain in...

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/17/2004
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.
Comments
This bill encourages the reduction of pollution in the state beyond current legal requirements
Assembly Bill 711
Assembly Bill 711
relating to: the licensing of motor vehicle salvage dealers.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/17/2004
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 726
Assembly Bill 726
relating to: actions against forestry operations and granting rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/17/2004
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.
Comments
There is some role for local governments to regulate forestry practices
Assembly Bill 762
Assembly Bill 762
relating to: exempting from the sales tax and the use tax certain products that are solar powered, biogas powered, or wind powered, and the energy that is produced from such products.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/17/2004
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 769
Assembly Bill 769
relating to: hunting deer in a chronic wasting disease intensive harvest or heard reduction zone without a deer hunting license, the receipt of a deer hunting license during an open season for hunting deer, and granting rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/17/2004
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 780
Assembly Bill 780
relating to: activities exempt from water quality standards that are applicable to wetlands and that are exempt from certain other approvals, fees, notices, hearings, procedures, and penalties.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/17/2004
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.
Comments
The bill has some very vague definitions and could well lead to the unnecessary loss of wetlands in critical areas.
Assembly Bill 788
Assembly Bill 788
relating to: the legal title to wild animals illegally killed or possessed.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/17/2004
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.
Comments
This bill will be an aid to the reduction of hunting and trespassing vioaltions
Assembly Bill 790
Assembly Bill 790
relating to: operation of motorboats by persons who are at least 16 years of age and born after a certain date.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/17/2004
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.
Comments
This bill will lead to increased boating safety in Wisconsin.
Assembly Bill 926
Assembly Bill 926
relating to: regulation of high capacity wells, notification of well construction, groundwater quantity management, granting rule-making authority, and making appropriations.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 310

For
Notification Date
3/10/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
This bill is a significant first-step to groundwater quantity protection in Wisconsin.
Assembly Joint Resolution 1
Assembly Joint Resolution 1
relating to: the right to fish, hunt, trap, and take game (2nd consideration).

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
4/14/2003
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 6
Senate Bill 6
relating to: creating a sales tax and use tax exemption for the sale of game birds.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 128

For
Notification Date
4/14/2003
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 10
Senate Bill 10
relating to: the sale or distribution of mercury thermometers and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
4/14/2003
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 19
Senate Bill 19
relating to: the beginning date authorized for the hunting of antlerless deer in October.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
4/14/2003
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 63
Senate Bill 63
relating to: removing feathers and nonedible parts from upland game birds.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
4/14/2003
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 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

Against
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 108
Senate Bill 108
relating to: the requirement that operators of fish farms provide evidence of fish health and granting rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
4/14/2003
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 122
Senate Bill 122
relating to: the use of a laser sighting device by a visually handicapped person while hunting.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 75

For
Notification Date
7/9/2003
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.
Senate Bill 157
Senate Bill 157
relating to: environmental regulation of mining and notice to transferees of interests in mining sites.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
7/9/2003
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.
Senate Bill 198
Senate Bill 198
relating to: an exemption from requirements for nonmetallic mining reclamation.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
8/19/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 214
Senate Bill 214
relating to: carrying or going armed with a concealed weapon, requiring the exercise of rule-making authority, making appropriations, and providing penalties.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
8/19/2003
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 215
Senate Bill 215
relating to: the formula used for calculating the estimated motorboat gas tax payment; implementation of the Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program; implementation of county land and water resource management plans; and making appropriation.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
8/19/2003
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 246
Senate Bill 246
relating to: periods in which state agencies will act on certain applications, approval of certain applications, refunds of fees, and granting rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

Against
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 252
Senate Bill 252
relating to: Joint Committee on Finance review of stewardship acquisitions.

Bill Text and History

Against
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 258
Senate Bill 258
relating to: suspending the Department of Natural Resources rule related to limits on bridges over wild rivers.

Bill Text and History

Against
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 300
Senate Bill 300
relating to: construction of electric generating facilities and transmission lines, and granting rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 89

For
Notification Date
11/3/2003
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

Against
Notification Date
11/17/2003
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.
Comments
While we strongly support job creation in Wisconsin, the Chapter 30 changes in this bill will seriously harm Wisconsin's lakes and streams without creating jobs.
Senate Bill 334
Senate Bill 334
relating to: restrictions imposed on the installation and use of solar energy systems and wind energy systems in cities, villages, and towns that are located on the banks, bluffs, or bluff tops of the Lower St. Croix River between the dam near St. Croix Fa...

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/17/2004
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.
Comments
This bill will help protect the scenic beauty of the Lower St. Croix River
Senate Bill 368
Senate Bill 368
relating to: Joint Committee on Finance review of stewardship acquisitions.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/17/2004
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 394
Senate Bill 394
relating to: information about real property purchased with stewardship money and public access to that property.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/19/2004
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 395
Senate Bill 395
relating to: designating and marking a portion of USH 8 as the Donald J. Schneider Highway.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/17/2004
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.
Comments
This bill will be an invaluable aid to those wishing to recreate on public land acquired through the Stewardship Fund
Other
Notification Date
2/17/2004
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 407
Senate Bill 407
relating to: hunting deer in a chronic wasting disease intensive harvest or heard reduction zone without a deer hunting license, the receipt of a deer hunting license during an open season for hunting deer, and granting rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 313

For
Notification Date
2/17/2004
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 413
Senate Bill 413
relating to: regulating the release, possession, storage, transportation, sale, and control of certain invasive nonnative aquatic species, granting rule-making authority, and providing penalties.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/17/2004
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 524
Senate Bill 524
relating to: regulation of high capacity wells, notification of well construction, groundwater quantity management, granting rule-making authority, and making appropriations.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
3/10/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
This bill is a significant first step to groundwater protection in Wisconsin.
Senate Joint Resolution 7
Senate Joint Resolution 7
relating to: the right to fish, hunt, trap, and take game (second consideration).

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
4/14/2003
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 Joint Resolution 8
Senate Joint Resolution 8
relating to: the right to fish, hunt, trap, and take game (2nd consideration).

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
4/14/2003
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.

Budget Bill Subjects

Natural Resources: Air, Waste and Contaminated Land
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Natural Resources: Air, Waste and Contaminated Land

Notification Date
4/5/2003
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.

Natural Resources: Departmentwide
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Natural Resources: Departmentwide

Notification Date
4/5/2003
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.

Natural Resources: Fish, Wildlife and Recreation
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Natural Resources: Fish, Wildlife and Recreation

Notification Date
4/5/2003
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.

Natural Resources: Forestry and Parks
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Natural Resources: Forestry and Parks

Notification Date
4/5/2003
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.

Natural Resources: Water Quality
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Natural Resources: Water Quality

Notification Date
4/5/2003
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

Captive wild animal farms. (Chs. NR 16 and 19)
Agency Name
Natural Resources
Subject
Captive wild animal farms. (Chs. NR 16 and 19)
Scope Statement
Register Number: 561 (10/1/2002)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 03-030
For
Notification Date
6/20/2003
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.

Control of mercury air emissions.
Agency Name
Natural Resources
Subject
Control of mercury air emissions.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 542 (2/15/2001)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 01-081
For
Notification Date
5/13/2003
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.

Comments
Mercury deposition in Wisconsin's waterways is causing health hazards to anglers and their family and is depriving them of their public rights to fish
Dog trials and dog training. (Ch. NR 17)
Agency Name
Natural Resources
Subject
Dog trials and dog training. (Ch. NR 17)
Scope Statement
Register Number: 561 (10/1/2002)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 03-031
For
Notification Date
6/20/2003
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

Great Lakes Diversion
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Great Lakes Diversion

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/31/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

DNR's 2005-2007 Budget
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
DNR's 2005-2007 Budget

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
12/30/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Hunting and Fishing License Increases
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Hunting and Fishing License Increases

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
12/30/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Impact of Tabor on the Fish and Wildlife Account
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Impact of Tabor on the Fish and Wildlife Account

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
12/30/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Requirment of blaze orange clothing for hunting racoon and other species at night during a gun deer hunting season
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Requirment of blaze orange clothing for hunting racoon and other species at night during a gun deer hunting season

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
12/30/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Retention of the MacKenzie Environmental Center
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Retention of the MacKenzie Environmental Center

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
12/30/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Rmoving barries for youth hunting, fishing and trapping
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Rmoving barries for youth hunting, fishing and trapping

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
12/30/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

state raffle regulation
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
state raffle regulation

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
12/30/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Use of dogs for turkey hunting
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Use of dogs for turkey hunting

Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)

Notification Date
12/30/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

wolf depredation payments to dog owners
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
wolf depredation payments to dog owners

Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)

Notification Date
12/30/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Wolf management
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Wolf management

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
12/30/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

any rules implementing the so called Jobs Creation Act of 2003
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
any rules implementing the so called Jobs Creation Act of 2003

Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)

Notification Date
2/17/2004
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.

potential changes to commercial fishing laws and rgulations
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
potential changes to commercial fishing laws and rgulations

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
11/17/2003
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.

Requirment to use blaze orange clothing when racoon hunting in a Metro Deer Unit
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Requirment to use blaze orange clothing when racoon hunting in a Metro Deer Unit

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
10/23/2003
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.

Restoring Raccoon hunting in Metro Deer Units
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Restoring Raccoon hunting in Metro Deer Units

Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)

Notification Date
10/23/2003
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 designation of the first weekend in March as Aldo Leopold weekend
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Legislative designation of the first weekend in March as Aldo Leopold weekend

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
5/13/2003
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.

2003-2005 biennial budget. Relating to any increase in hunting, fishing, and trapping fees for the 2004 session, if these fees are used to fund the fight against Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD).
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
2003-2005 biennial budget. Relating to any increase in hunting, fishing, and trapping fees for the 2004 session, if these fees are used to fund the fight against Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD).

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
11/14/2002
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
Wisconsin Wildlife Federation

Total Lobbying Effort

  2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
Total Lobbying Expenditures 2004
January - June
$12,833.44
2004
July - December
$16,221.70
Total $29,055.14
Total Hours Communicating 2004
January - June
125.00
2004
July - December
200.00
Total 325.00
Total Hours Other 2004
January - June
280.00
2004
July - December
737.00
Total 1017.00

Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

relating to: the types of captive animals that may be used in training hound dogs.
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 3%
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 materials and to conduct activities in or near navigable waters; nonmetallic mining reclamation financial assurances; strategic energy assessments; partial deregulation of telecommunications services; contributions by electric and gas utilities to the utility public benefits fund; grants for energy conservation and other programs; reciprocal agreements for real estate licenses; comprehensive planning by local governmental units; fees imposed by political subdivisions; the confidentiality of patient health care records; apprentice-to-journeyman job-site ratios; the acquisition of in-state banks and in-state bank holding companies; credit agreements; extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures; 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
10%
2004
July - December
Total 3%
relating to: regulation of high capacity wells, notification of well construction, groundwater quantity management, granting rule-making authority, and making appropriations.
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
10%
2004
July - December
Total 3%

Budget Bill Subjects

No budget bill subjects found.

Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings

2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
10%
2004
July - December
Total 3%

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
30%
2004
July - December
20%
Total 23%
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
10%
Total 7%
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
10%
Total 7%
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 10%
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
20%
Total 14%

Minor Efforts

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

Minor Efforts
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
30%
2004
July - December
25%
Total 27%

Other Matters

No other matters found.

Filed Statements of Lobbying Activity and Expenditures