Sierra Club - John Muir Chapter

Registered Principal Details

Business Or Interest:
Protect Wisconsin's Environment for our families and our future. John Muir Chapter is the Wisconsin membership of the bi-national Sierra Club based in San Francisco CA.

Lobbying Interests:
State budget - related to public health, environment, trans., energy, ag and univ. research. Gov. reorg. DNR-Land /forest mgmt, water quality/quantity, wetlands, wildlife, mining, waste mgmt, air, state stewardship fund, remedial response, alt. regulatory path. DATCP-pesticides, agric., food safety, animal mgmt. PSC-electric generation, mergers, energy conservation. DOT-infrastructure planning/budgt, TEA-21 implementation. DOJ-Public intervenor/enf. Commerce-PECFA and related, brownfields, econ. dev. UW Sys-Research/outreach. Campaign Fin. Ref.

CEO Name:
Penny Bernard Schaber
Chapter Conservation Chair

Contact
GW
Gary Werner
2302 Lakeland Ave
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 249-7870
NatTrails@aol.com

Authorized Lobbyists

Lobbyist Name Exclusive Duties Authorized On Withdrawn On
Caryl Terrell Exclusive Duties N/A Authorized On 1/1/2003 Withdrawn On N/A
Brett Hulsey Exclusive Duties N/A Authorized On 1/30/2003 Withdrawn On N/A
Eric Uram Exclusive Duties N/A Authorized On 1/30/2003 Withdrawn On N/A
Bruce Nilles Exclusive Duties N/A Authorized On 1/30/2003 Withdrawn On N/A

Lobbying Interests

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

Assembly Bill 12
Assembly Bill 12
relating to: educational requirements for foresters employed by the Department of Natural Resources and persons authorized to designate trees for cutting in state forests.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 66

For
Notification Date
4/15/2003
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 13
Assembly Bill 13
relating to: sales of damaged timber by the department of natural resources and by counties from county forest lands.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 242

Against
Notification Date
4/15/2003
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 23
Assembly Bill 23
relating to: the sale or distribution of mercury thermometers and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
4/15/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Please see SB 10 comments.
Assembly Bill 30
Assembly Bill 30
relating to: the appointment of the secretary of natural resources.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
4/15/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Restores the tradition started by Aldo Leopold in 1920's that the Dept of Natural Resources should be buffered from political influence for long term sustainability of our resources.
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
4/15/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
The Environmental Watchdog helped legislators develop consensus based natural resource policies and helped citizens protect community resource, clean air and water and public access.
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

Against
Notification Date
4/15/2003
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 91
Assembly Bill 91
relating to: prohibiting the use of cyanide in metallic mining.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
4/15/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Banning cyanide will protect ground and surface waters and reduce the need for transportation through our communities of 20 tons per month of cyanide poison (proposed use levels at Crandon Mine).
Assembly Bill 187
Assembly Bill 187
relating to: the newspaper recycling fee and the recycled content of newsprint used in newspapers.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 106

Against
Notification Date
4/15/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Oppose. Recycled newsprint is a SUCCESS. Most publishers exceed the goal by 5% already and have a simple variance process. Bill will cut revenues for local municipalities from sale of aluminum, newsprint and cardboard.
Assembly Bill 191
Assembly Bill 191
relating to: requirements for approving high-capacity wells.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
4/15/2003
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 228
Assembly Bill 228
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

Against
Notification Date
4/15/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Oppose Please see comments on SB 61
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

Against
Notification Date
6/5/2003
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.
Comments
OPPOSE Section 17: Immunity from violations, Sec 13: Automatic Repeal of rules and guidelines burdening small business is unreasonable; Sec 4: Injunctive relief is unworkable; Sec 14: additional 227 procedure is excessive.
Assembly Bill 383
Assembly Bill 383
relating to: a Medical Assistance family planning demonstration project minimum age eligibility limitation change.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
9/22/2003
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.
Comments
OPPOSE repeal of the Family Planning Waiver. Adopted in 1997 with bi-partisan support, waiver is smart fiscal move since it reduces Medicaid costs and 85% of teen pregnancies are paid for by WI taxpayers.
Assembly Bill 435
Assembly Bill 435
relating to: repealing the comprehensive planning statute known as Smart Growth.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
9/22/2003
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.
Comments
OPPOSE undermining of key provisions of the bi-partisan Smart Growth Law.
Assembly Bill 480
Assembly Bill 480
relating to: bonding authority for the stewardship program.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
5/14/2004
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.
Comments
Cuts bonding for the Warren Knowles-Gaylord Nelson Stewardship Fund.
Assembly Bill 486
Assembly Bill 486
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
9/22/2003
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.
Comments
OPPOSE accidental, automatic permits at over 20 agencies. If agency cannot meet deadline to issue permit, it is automatically approved without conditions.
Assembly Bill 496
Assembly Bill 496
relating to: the removal of nonconforming outdoor advertising signs.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
10/26/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Undermines state law to remove non-conforming billboards by limiting replacement and repairs to 50% of value over the life of the sign. AB 496 will allow 4,500 existing billboards to remain forever.
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
10/9/2003
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.
Comments
OPPOSE bill that limits protection of our streams.
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

Other
Notification Date
10/26/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
As introduced AB 514 is acceptable. Any amendment to the definition of navigability or to otherwise change the hard work of the Legislative Council Study Comm. will be opposed.
Assembly Bill 524
Assembly Bill 524
relating to: creating an income and franchise tax credit for equity investments in a venture capital fund, creating an equity investment individual income tax credit, and granting rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
4/28/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 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
9/22/2003
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.
Comments
OPPOSE JCRAR restrictions on DNR that will reduce opportunity for silent enjoyment of Wild Rivers, as provided by state law. Alternative routes exist for ATV crossings at existing highway bridges.
Assembly Bill 539
Assembly Bill 539
relating to: appointment of members to the Public Service Commission.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
10/9/2003
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 551
Assembly Bill 551
relating to: subjecting a county development plan to town board approval.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
4/28/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Requested Governor to veto bill.
Assembly Bill 555
Assembly Bill 555
relating to: requirements for approval of construction of nuclear power plants.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
10/26/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Oppose the repeal of state moratorium on building nuclear power plants because safe disposal of nuclear wastes is still unresolved and far cheaper, safer and cleaner energy technologies exist.
Assembly Bill 602
Assembly Bill 602
relating to: decreasing the level of authorized general obligation bonding, and payment of debt service on such bonding, for certain highway projects, and making an appropriation.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 64

Against
Notification Date
10/24/2003
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.
Comments
The Highway Robbery bill diverts sales and income taxes, GPR, in future budgets from schools, local governments or UW System in order to pay debt service on highway bonds for 56 roads.
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
11/12/2003
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
EXEMPTS most rivers, lakes from Chapter 30 protections, PROHIBITS more stringent than federal air toxics regs; REQUIRES DOA economic analysis of all rules, and more.
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

Other
Notification Date
12/26/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 858
Assembly Bill 858
relating to: a municipality's and county's ability to eliminate certain nonconforming buildings or premises.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
4/28/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Requested Governor to veto bill.
Assembly Bill 868
Assembly Bill 868
relating to: the siting and expansion of certain livestock facilities, local zoning ordinances relating to livestock facilities, creating a Livestock Facility Siting Review Board, and granting rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 235

Against
Notification Date
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.
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

Against
Notification Date
4/28/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
For
Notification Date
4/28/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
As adopted, Act 310 provides immediate protection for the 100 largest springs and wild rivers and begins a process to recommend additional legislative proposals in the next two years to further protect groundwater
Senate Bill 8
Senate Bill 8
relating to: withholding certain security information from public inspection.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
4/28/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Requested Governor to veto bill
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
4/15/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Substitutes safe fever thermometers in homes, schools and hospitals. Removes risk of mercury poisoning.
Senate Bill 61
Senate Bill 61
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

2003 Wisconsin Act 276

Against
Notification Date
4/15/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Oppose Section 1: Envtal Results Progr because no longer includes money for 5 FTE staff and $400K technical assistance grants. Oppose Section 2: Envtal Improvement Prog because it is unacceptable envtal audit immunity.
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
9/22/2003
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.
Comments
OPPOSE penalty free permits (self audit) for all small businesses & SB Reg Review BD that can suspend any regulation based solely on cost.
Senate Bill 186
Senate Bill 186
relating to: a Medical Assistance family planning demonstration project minimum age eligibility limitation change.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
9/22/2003
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.
Comments
OPPOSE repeal of the Family Planning Waiver. Adopted in 1997 with bi-partisan support, waiver is smart fiscal move since it reduces Medicaid costs and 85% of teen pregnancies are paid for by WI taxpayers.
Senate Bill 239
Senate Bill 239
relating to: the removal of nonconforming outdoor advertising signs.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
10/26/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Undermines state law to remove nonconforming billboards when they need repair over 50% of their value. SB 239 will allow 4,500 existing billboards to remain forever.
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
9/22/2003
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.
Comments
OPPOSE accidental, automatic permits. If agency cannot meet deadline to issue permit, it is automatically approved WITHOUT conditions. Requires 14 day review for completeness of complex permit applications.
Senate Bill 252
Senate Bill 252
relating to: Joint Committee on Finance review of stewardship acquisitions.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
10/26/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Oversight by the JFC in the past has allowed political agendas to slow and even veto land acquisitions to preserve WI's natural legacy.
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
11/12/2003
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
EXEMPTS most rivers, lakes from Chapter 30 protections, PROHIBITS more stringent than federal air toxics regs; REQUIRES DOA economic analysis of all rules, and more.

Budget Bill Subjects

Administration: General Agency Provisions
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Administration: General Agency Provisions

Notification Date
2/11/2003
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
Saving money and meeting the budget challenges

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

Notification Date
2/11/2003
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
Reducing asthma and cancer from pollution and highways.

Military Affairs: Emergency Management
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Military Affairs: Emergency Management

Notification Date
2/11/2003
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
Reducing flood damage and protecting homes and property

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

Notification Date
1/10/2003
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.

Comments
Adequate funding for Title V Operating Permit Program, Recycling andother programs

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

Notification Date
1/10/2003
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.

Comments
Adequate funding for Wardens and all Enforcement programs

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

Notification Date
1/10/2003
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.

Comments
Adequate funding for Conservation Programs

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

Notification Date
1/10/2003
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.

Comments
Adequate funding for Parks

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

Notification Date
1/10/2003
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.

Comments
Adequate funding for Water Programs

Public Service Commission: Agencywide
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Public Service Commission: Agencywide

Notification Date
1/10/2003
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.

Revenue: Tax Administration
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Revenue: Tax Administration

Notification Date
1/10/2003
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.

Comments
Remove sales tax exemption loopholes

Transportation: Local Transportation Projects
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Transportation: Local Transportation Projects

Notification Date
2/11/2003
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
Promoting commuter trains

Transportation: State Highway Program
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Transportation: State Highway Program

Notification Date
1/10/2003
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.

Comments
No to gas and other tax increases to afford $6.2 Billion "Pave SE WI" plans

Transportation: Transportation Finance
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Transportation: Transportation Finance

Notification Date
1/10/2003
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.

Comments
Promote Fair Share funding of non-highway transportation choices and Local Transportation funding

University of Wisconsin System
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
University of Wisconsin System

Notification Date
2/11/2003
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
Cutting energy and tax waste

Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings

ATCP 34, chemical and container collection program.
Agency Name
Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
Subject
ATCP 34, chemical and container collection program.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 573 (9/15/2003)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 04-039
Other
Notification Date
8/10/2004
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.

ATCP 35 and 40, agricultural chemical cleanup program; fees and reimbursements.
Agency Name
Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
Subject
ATCP 35 and 40, agricultural chemical cleanup program; fees and reimbursements.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 573 (9/15/2003)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 03-119
Other
Notification Date
8/10/2004
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.

nutrient management on farms
Agency Name
Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
Subject
nutrient management on farms
Scope Statement
Register Number: 581 (5/15/2004)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 05-013
Other
Notification Date
8/10/2004
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.

standards for siting and expanding livestock facilities
Agency Name
Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
Subject
standards for siting and expanding livestock facilities
Scope Statement
Register Number: 581 (5/15/2004)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 05-014
Other
Notification Date
8/10/2004
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.

Control of mercury air emissions.
NR 191, lake protection and classification grants and ch. NR 190, lake management planning grants.
Agency Name
Natural Resources
Subject
NR 191, lake protection and classification grants and ch. NR 190, lake management planning grants.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 555 (4/1/2002)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 02-122
For
Notification Date
4/15/2003
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.

NR 300 series, activities in navigable waterways.
Agency Name
Natural Resources
Subject
NR 300 series, activities in navigable waterways.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 580 (4/15/2004)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 04-065
Other
Notification Date
8/10/2004
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.

NR 326, piers boat shelters and swim rafts in navigable waterways.
Agency Name
Natural Resources
Subject
NR 326, piers boat shelters and swim rafts in navigable waterways.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 576 (1/1/2004)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 04-063
Other
Notification Date
7/26/2004
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.

NR 341, grading on the banks of navigable waterways and ch. NR 216, storm water discharge permits.
Agency Name
Natural Resources
Subject
NR 341, grading on the banks of navigable waterways and ch. NR 216, storm water discharge permits.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 577 (2/1/2004)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 06-126
Other
Notification Date
7/26/2004
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.

NR 405, 406 and 408, new source review program revisions promulgated by USEPA.
Agency Name
Natural Resources
Subject
NR 405, 406 and 408, new source review program revisions promulgated by USEPA.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 572 (8/15/2003)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 03-118
Against
Notification Date
3/2/2004
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
DNR is under no obligation to make these rule changes before 2006; these rule changes undercut the State of WI's own NSR lawsuit and several of the provisions are undesirable because they are illegal or reduce public health protections.
NR 406 and 407, to provide for greater flexibility to major emission sources which use some of the new elements of the proposed changes to chs. NR 405 and 408.
Agency Name
Natural Resources
Subject
NR 406 and 407, to provide for greater flexibility to major emission sources which use some of the new elements of the proposed changes to chs. NR 405 and 408.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 582 (6/15/2004)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 04-106
Against
Notification Date
7/26/2004
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.

NR 406, 407 and 410, General Air Permit and Registration Air Permit Programs.
Agency Name
Natural Resources
Subject
NR 406, 407 and 410, General Air Permit and Registration Air Permit Programs.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 582 (6/15/2004)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 04-107
Against
Notification Date
7/26/2004
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.

NR 500 series, landfill design, operational and financial assurance standards for solid waste facilities.
Agency Name
Natural Resources
Subject
NR 500 series, landfill design, operational and financial assurance standards for solid waste facilities.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 577 (2/1/2004)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 04-077
Against
Notification Date
7/26/2004
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.

Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number

Governor's Task Force on Energy Efficiency
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Governor's Task Force on Energy Efficiency

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
8/10/2004
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.

NR 118 Land Use protection of the Lower St Croix Riverway
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
NR 118 Land Use protection of the Lower St Croix Riverway

Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)

Notification Date
8/10/2004
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.

State Budget 2005-6 issues related to Departments of Agriculture, Administration, Justice, Natural Resources and Transportation
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
State Budget 2005-6 issues related to Departments of Agriculture, Administration, Justice, Natural Resources and Transportation

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
8/10/2004
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.

Rules to implement Act 118 such as NR 1, 300, 310, 320, 322, 323, 325, 326, 328, 329, 341, 343, 345.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Rules to implement Act 118 such as NR 1, 300, 310, 320, 322, 323, 325, 326, 328, 329, 341, 343, 345.

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
7/26/2004
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.

Implementation of Act 235, the Livestock Facility Siting Act
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Implementation of Act 235, the Livestock Facility Siting Act

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
5/14/2004
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.

Implementation of Act 276, Green Tier "lite"
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Implementation of Act 276, Green Tier "lite"

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
5/14/2004
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.

Implementation of Act 310, Groundwater Quantity Protection
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Implementation of Act 310, Groundwater Quantity Protection

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
5/14/2004
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.

Implementation of Act 655, changes to water, air and administrative rule procedures and policies
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Implementation of Act 655, changes to water, air and administrative rule procedures and policies

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
5/14/2004
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.

Taxpayer bill of rights bills and constitional amendments
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Taxpayer bill of rights bills and constitional amendments

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
5/14/2004
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.

regulation of groundwater quantity and high capacity wells
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
regulation of groundwater quantity and high capacity wells

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
12/26/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Utility and transmission line facility siting bill
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Utility and transmission line facility siting bill

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
10/27/2003
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.

DATCP proposal for siting animal operations over 500 animal units.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
DATCP proposal for siting animal operations over 500 animal units.

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
10/26/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Proposals to implement EO#20 streamlining transmission line and other energy facility permitting.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Proposals to implement EO#20 streamlining transmission line and other energy facility permitting.

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
8/22/2003
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.

Appointment of Frank Busalacchi as DOT Secretary
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Appointment of Frank Busalacchi as DOT Secretary

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
3/28/2003
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.

ATV access to public lands and navigable waters
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
ATV access to public lands and navigable waters

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
3/28/2003
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.

Audit of DNR Air Management Programs
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Audit of DNR Air Management Programs

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
3/28/2003
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.

Audit of WisDOT Programs
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Audit of WisDOT Programs

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
3/28/2003
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.

Recommendations of the Small Business Regulatory Review Board
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Recommendations of the Small Business Regulatory Review Board

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
3/28/2003
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.

Gubernatorial appointments to DNR, DOT, DATCP,and PSC
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Gubernatorial appointments to DNR, DOT, DATCP,and PSC

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
12/26/2002
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.

2003-4 Budget suggestions to Transition Team
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
2003-4 Budget suggestions to Transition Team

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
12/24/2002
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.

NR 140 revision to Groundwater standards for Alachlor ESA
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
NR 140 revision to Groundwater standards for Alachlor ESA

Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)

Notification Date
9/30/2002
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.

Mine purchase
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Mine purchase

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
8/1/2002
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
Sierra Club - John Muir Chapter

Total Lobbying Effort

  2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
Total Lobbying Expenditures 2004
January - June
$9,944.76
2004
July - December
$3,199.17
Total $13,143.93
Total Hours Communicating 2004
January - June
21.25
2004
July - December
5.00
Total 26.25
Total Hours Other 2004
January - June
105.50
2004
July - December
82.50
Total 188.00

Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

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 6%
relating to: the siting and expansion of certain livestock facilities, local zoning ordinances relating to livestock facilities, creating a Livestock Facility Siting Review Board, 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
17%
2004
July - December
Total 10%
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
22%
2004
July - December
Total 13%

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
9%
2004
July - December
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
7%
Total 3%
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 4%
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
23%
Total 9%
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
25%
Total 10%

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
13%
2004
July - December
Total 8%

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
29%
2004
July - December
35%
Total 31%

Other Matters

No other matters found.

Filed Statements of Lobbying Activity and Expenditures