Wisconsin Coalition for Advocacy

Registered Principal Details

Business Or Interest:
Provides protection and advocacy for Wisconsin citizens with disabilities.

Lobbying Interests:
Health, social services, education, civil rights, placement, corrections and transportation issues affecting people with disabilities.

CEO Name:
Lynn Breedlove
Executive Director

Contact
LB
Lynn Breedlove
16 N Carroll St Ste 400
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 267-0214
(608) 267-0368
lynnb@w-c-a.org

Authorized Lobbyists

Lobbyist Name Exclusive Duties Authorized On Withdrawn On

Lobbying Interests

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

Assembly Bill 36
Assembly Bill 36
relating to: an exception to confidentiality requirements for treatment records.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/23/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 51
Assembly Bill 51
relating to: sexual activity involving jail, prison, or community corrections staff or contractors and jail inmates or persons in the custody or under the supervision of the Department of Corrections and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 51

For
Notification Date
3/3/2003
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 152
Assembly Bill 152
relating to: creating a board to investigate and make recommendations regarding inmate deaths.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
8/12/2003
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.
Assembly Bill 343
Assembly Bill 343
relating to: establishing a clearinghouse for information about special education transition services and vocational opportunities that are available in each county.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
7/7/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 367
Assembly Bill 367
relating to: escapes from community-based residential facilities by persons on conditional release and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
7/30/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 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

Against
Notification Date
9/19/2003
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 529
Assembly Bill 529
relating to: remediation of objectionable flows of electric current, burden of proof and damages in certain actions against public utilities, making an appropriation, and providing penalties.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
1/7/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
this bill would help to prevent disabling conditions resulting from uncontrolled elctrical current
Assembly Bill 600
Assembly Bill 600
relating to: election administration, voter registration and voting requirements and procedures and granting rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 265

Other
Notification Date
1/7/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Seeking amendment to make protection and advocacy provisions consistent with federal HAVA law
Assembly Bill 742
Assembly Bill 742
relating to: qualifications for endorsements authorizing the operation of a school bus and for operators of certain other motor vehicles transporting pupils, school board contracts for the transportation of pupils, studying the use of video cameras on scho...

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/3/2004
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 760
Assembly Bill 760
relating to: removal of a pupil from any portion of a school and from a school-sponsored activity.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/10/2004
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.
Assembly Bill 765
Assembly Bill 765
relating to: the use of seclusion and restraints in schools.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
1/27/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 840
Assembly Bill 840
relating to: making various miscellaneous changes to the Health Insurance Risk-Sharing Plan, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/23/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
There are several good aspects to this bill, especially expanding the funding base. However, I am strongly opposed to giving the Board full authority, including rule making, and to eliminating the plan benefits from the statutes.
Assembly Bill 842
Assembly Bill 842
relating to: regulation of nursing homes, requiring the exercise of rule-making authority, and making an appropriation.

Bill Text and History

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
We believe it will undermine the state's enforcement powers.
Assembly Bill 920
Assembly Bill 920
relating to: provision of home and community-based services under a community integration program to persons relocated from facilities, during the period of the relocation.

Bill Text and History

For
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
It fits long term care reform and it saves Medicaid money.
Assembly Joint Resolution 55
Assembly Joint Resolution 55
relating to: elector approval for certain taxing, spending, and bonding decisions by the state and local governmental units, emergency taxes, required reserves, refunds of amounts in excess of the approved amounts, and reduction of tax rates to reflect the...

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
6/14/2004
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.
Senate Bill 71
Senate Bill 71
relating to: treatment of prescription drug costs, diagnostic testing, and payments under mandated insurance coverage of treatment for nervous and mental disorders and alcoholism and other drug abuse problems, and granting rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 178

For
Notification Date
3/27/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 72
Senate Bill 72
relating to: increasing the limits for insurance coverage of nervous or mental health disorders or alcoholism or other drug abuse problems.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
7/22/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 74
Senate Bill 74
relating to: adding legislative members to the Council on Developmental Disabilities; requiring the Council on Developmental Disabilities to report annually to the legislature; expanding eligibility, requiring submission of wavier requests by a specified d...

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
7/22/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 130
Senate Bill 130
relating to: authorizing the circuit court to order a person who discriminates in promotion, in compensation, or in the terms, conditions, or privileges of employment on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, or ancestry to pay compensatory and pu...

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
5/7/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 161
Senate Bill 161
relating to: waivers of laws and administrative rules governing elementary and secondary education.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/25/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 163
Senate Bill 163
relating to: establishing a clearinghouse for information about special education transition services and vocational opportunities that are available in each county.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
7/7/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 210
Senate Bill 210
relating to: speech therapy services provided by a special education program.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/25/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 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

Against
Notification Date
9/19/2003
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 387
Senate Bill 387
relating to: eliminating the distinction between a minor under 14 years of age and a minor 14 years of age or older with regard to informed consent for treatment for mental illness, transfer, discharge, and access to records.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
1/16/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 466
Senate Bill 466
relating to: making various miscellaneous changes to the Health Insurance Risk-Sharing Plan, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/23/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
There are several good aspects to this bill, especially expanding the funding base. However, I am strongly opposed to giving full power to the Bd, including rule making authority, and to taking the benefits out of the statutes.

Budget Bill Subjects

Corrections: Adult Correctional Facilities
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Corrections: Adult Correctional Facilities

Notification Date
2/25/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Comments
Reforms related to diversion and treatment of inmates with mental illness

Corrections: Community Corrections
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Corrections: Community Corrections

Notification Date
3/27/2003
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.

Corrections: Departmentwide
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Corrections: Departmentwide

Notification Date
3/27/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

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

Notification Date
2/25/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Comments
Downsizing of Northern Wisconsin Center

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

Notification Date
2/25/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Comments
Various programs

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

Notification Date
2/25/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Comments
Various programs

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

Notification Date
2/25/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Comments
Expansion of Family Care; funding to reduce COP and CIP waiting lists and increase rates

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

Notification Date
2/25/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Comments
HIRSP

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

Notification Date
3/6/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Comments
IGT and Autism in-home therapy services.

Insurance
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Insurance

Notification Date
4/9/2003
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
HIRSP

Public Instruction: Categorical Aids
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Public Instruction: Categorical Aids

Notification Date
2/14/2003
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.

Public Instruction: Revenue Limits
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Public Instruction: Revenue Limits

Notification Date
4/9/2003
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.

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

Notification Date
3/6/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Comments
Closing sales tax exemption loopholes.

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

Notification Date
2/25/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Comments
Increase funding for specialized transportation

Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings

HFS 36, community–based psychosocial service programs.
Agency Name
Health and Family Services
Subject
HFS 36, community–based psychosocial service programs.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 574 (10/15/2003)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 04-025
For
Notification Date
3/8/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Unsafe schools.
Agency Name
Public Instruction
Subject
Unsafe schools.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 563 (11/15/2002)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 02-151
Other
Notification Date
2/17/2003
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.

Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number

Admission of one party confessions in criminal proceedings related to assaults on children.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Admission of one party confessions in criminal proceedings related to assaults on children.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
12/9/2004
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.

School bus driver safety
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
School bus driver safety

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
11/3/2004
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.

2005-07 Biennial budget
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
2005-07 Biennial budget

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
10/6/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Open enrollment
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Open enrollment

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
10/6/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

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

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
7/16/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

HIRSP
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
HIRSP

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/22/2004
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.

Segregated schools for children with disabilities.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Segregated schools for children with disabilities.

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
12/5/2003
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.

Guradianship law reform
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Guradianship law reform

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
2/6/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Issues relating to funding community services for persons with mental illness
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Issues relating to funding community services for persons with mental illness

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
2/6/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Issues relating to persons with mental illness in correctional facilites
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Issues relating to persons with mental illness in correctional facilites

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
2/6/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Special education transition improvements
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Special education transition improvements

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
12/17/2002
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.

Limitation on the use of seclusion and restraints in public schools
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Limitation on the use of seclusion and restraints in public schools

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
12/16/2002
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.

Total Lobbying Effort

  2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
Total Lobbying Expenditures 2004
January - June
$4,730.31
2004
July - December
$2,710.76
Total $7,441.07
Total Hours Communicating 2004
January - June
66.90
2004
July - December
30.40
Total 97.30
Total Hours Other 2004
January - June
32.00
2004
July - December
23.50
Total 55.50

Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

No legislative bills/resolutions found.

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
2004
July - December
4%
Total 1%

Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number

2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
1%
Total < 1%
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
2%
Total < 1%
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
2%
Total < 1%
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
4%
Total 1%
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
4%
Total 1%
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
4%
Total 1%
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
4%
Total 1%
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
11%
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
17%
Total 6%
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
47%
Total 17%

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
67%
2004
July - December
Total 43%

Other Matters

Includes time spent on:

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

Other Matters
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
33%
2004
July - December
Total 21%

Filed Statements of Lobbying Activity and Expenditures