Wisconsin Wildlife Federation

Registered Principal Details

Business Or Interest:
Education about 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
W7303 Cty Hwy CS
Poynette, WI 53955-9690
(608) 516-5545
georgemeyer@tds.net

Authorized Lobbyists

Lobbyist Name Exclusive Duties Authorized On Withdrawn On

Lobbying Interests

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

January 2011 Special Session Assembly Bill 8
January 2011 Special Session Assembly Bill 8
Relating to: the authority of a state agency to promulgate rules interpreting the provisions of a statute enforced or administered by the agency and to implement or enforce any standard, requirement, or threshold as a term or condition of a license issued ...

Bill Text and History

2011 Wisconsin Act 21

Against
Notification Date
2/3/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 drafted, the bill will make it virtually impossible to adopt new or changed hunting, fishing and trapping regulations that hunters, anglers and trappers support
January 2011 Special Session Assembly Bill 10
January 2011 Special Session Assembly Bill 10
Relating to: an exemption from water quality standards for wetlands and from certain other regulatory provisions concerning water quality and surface water use that apply to a wetland area in Brown County; and review of certain changes to shoreland, wetlan...

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/3/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 initially drafted, the bill would allow the filling of over a thousand acres of wetlands in Brown County. An amendment needs to be adopted to correct this problem
January 2011 Special Session Senate Bill 8
January 2011 Special Session Senate Bill 8
Relating to: the authority of a state agency to promulgate rules interpreting the provisions of a statute enforced or administered by the agency and to implement or enforce any standard, requirement, or threshold as a term or condition of a license issued ...

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/3/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
Comments: As drafted, the bill will make it virtually impossible to adopt new or changed hunting, fishing and trapping regulations that hunters, anglers and trappers support
January 2011 Special Session Senate Bill 10
January 2011 Special Session Senate Bill 10
Relating to: an exemption from water quality standards for wetlands and from certain other regulatory provisions concerning water quality and surface water use that apply to a wetland area in Brown County; and review of certain changes to shoreland, wetlan...

Bill Text and History

2011 Wisconsin Act 6

Against
Notification Date
2/3/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 initially drafted, the bill would allow the filling of over a thousand acres of wetlands in Brown County. An amendment needs to be adopted to correct this problem
Assembly Bill 24
Assembly Bill 24
Relating to: privileges under a Class A or Class B bear hunting license, and bear carcass tag and back tag requirements.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/21/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
An overwhelming majority of hunters oppose most of this bill. The provision allowing dog training during the bear harvest season will cause increased conflict to archery deer hunters and the majority of bearhunters, (bait-sitters).
Assembly Bill 35
Assembly Bill 35
Relating to: culling of bass in a fishing tournament.

Bill Text and History

2011 Wisconsin Act 24

Against
Notification Date
4/13/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
Creates a double standard for fishing on the same body of water at the same time. Average angler on the lake will get citations for culling while bass tournament anglers won't. Live well amendment improves the bill
Assembly Bill 48
Assembly Bill 48
Relating to: information about land acquired with stewardship funding.

Bill Text and History

2011 Wisconsin Act 95

For
Notification Date
4/13/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 will greatly assist hunters, anglers and trappers to locate Stewardship lands to hunt, fish and trap. Strong support.
Assembly Bill 82
Assembly Bill 82
Relating to: wildlife damage abatement assistance and claim payments for damage caused by cougar.

Bill Text and History

2011 Wisconsin Act 280

For
Notification Date
4/13/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 is highly appropriate to compensate farmers for damage caused by cougar.
Assembly Bill 99
Assembly Bill 99
Relating to: prohibiting the Department of Natural Resources from establishing certain restrictions on hunting antlered deer and regulating the establishment of fall open seasons for hunting deer with firearms.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
6/13/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
Comments: While we support no EAB in 2011,EAB and Herd Control Seasons should not be permanently removed as deer management tools. Necessary to protect agricultural and forest production. Hunters need to consider damage to private property owners
Assembly Bill 103
Assembly Bill 103
Relating to: receiving a stolen firearm and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

2011 Wisconsin Act 99

For
Notification Date
6/13/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
Support----Added protection for sportsmen’s and women’s firearms
Assembly Bill 104
Assembly Bill 104
Relating to: membership of the Natural Resources Board.

Bill Text and History

2011 Wisconsin Act 149

For
Notification Date
6/13/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
Support---Assures sportsmen and women and agriculture represented in NRB’s decision making
Assembly Bill 116
Assembly Bill 116
Relating to: creating a microstamping requirement for certain handguns, certification of compliance with the microstamping requirement, requiring the exercise of rule-making authority, and providing penalties.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
6/13/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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---A threat to Second Amendment rights
Assembly Bill 126
Assembly Bill 126
Relating to: carrying a concealed weapon; licenses authorizing persons to carry concealed weapons; possessing or transporting a firearm, bow, or crossbow under certain circumstances; disorderly conduct limitations; photographic identification cards for for...

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
6/13/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
Support with background check and concealed carry training; protection of Second Amendment Rights
Assembly Bill 158
Assembly Bill 158
Relating to: voting at meetings of the conservation congress.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
6/13/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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---leads to loss of all sportsmen and women’s votes in county where non-residents vote on Conservation Congress questions
Assembly Bill 165
Assembly Bill 165
Relating to: the display of turf fertilizer containing phosphorus.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
6/13/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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---will lead to increased discharge of nutrients into Wisconsin’s lakes and streams. This leads to overabundance of undesireable aquatic plants which seriously harm fishing habitat and ability to navigate
Assembly Bill 384
Assembly Bill 384
Relating to: weapons that may be used to hunt certain animals and requirements for establishing open hunting seasons for those animals.

Bill Text and History

2011 Wisconsin Act 252

For
Notification Date
1/23/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 increases hunting opportunities in Wisconsin. Should be amended to allow use of crossbows by those over 55 years in age.
Assembly Bill 426
Assembly Bill 426
Relating to: regulation of ferrous metallic mining and related activities, making an appropriation, and providing penalties.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
1/23/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 result in very substantial environmental damage to lakes, streams and wetlands that are valuable fish and wildlife habitat and take away valuable public input.
Assembly Bill 463
Assembly Bill 463
Relating to: permits for discharges into wetlands; wetland mitigation; wetland mapping and delineation; fees for permits and other authorizations or determinations by the Department of Natural Resources relating to structures, deposits, and other activitie...

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
1/23/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 result in the loss of thousands of acres of wetlands which are important fish and wildlife habitat for hunters, anglers and trappers. Mitigated wetlands are ususally far poorer quality than natural wetlands
Senate Bill 62
Senate Bill 62
Relating to: culling of bass in a fishing tournament.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
6/13/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
Opposed--- because of need for live wells (now addressed) and because the bill creates a double standard of regulation between tournament and non- tournament anglers on same lake
Senate Bill 72
Senate Bill 72
Relating to: privileges under a Class A or Class B bear hunting license, and bear carcass tag and back tag requirements.

Bill Text and History

2011 Wisconsin Act 28

Against
Notification Date
6/13/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 parts of bill and supporte youth opportunity provisions; Opposition based on concerns with conflicts caused with other hunters and landowners and contrary to overwhelming Conservation Congress vote
Senate Bill 75
Senate Bill 75
Relating to: prohibiting the Department of Natural Resources from establishing certain restrictions on hunting antlered deer and regulating the establishment of fall open seasons for hunting deer with firearms.

Bill Text and History

2011 Wisconsin Act 50

Against
Notification Date
6/13/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 support no EAB in 2011, EAB and Herd Control Seasons should not be permanently removed as deer management tools. Necessary to protect agricultural and forest production. Hunters need to consider damage to private property owners
Senate Bill 88
Senate Bill 88
Relating to: possession of dogs by certain felony offenders and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
6/13/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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---Poorly written, may unnecessarily affect dog owners
Senate Bill 90
Senate Bill 90
Relating to: carrying a concealed weapon; licenses authorizing persons to carry concealed weapons; possessing or transporting a firearm, bow, or crossbow under certain circumstances; disorderly conduct limitations; photographic identification cards for for...

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
6/13/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
Support with background check and concealed carry training; protection of Second Amendment Rights
Senate Bill 93
Senate Bill 93
Relating to: going armed with weapons, possessing or transporting a firearm, bow, or crossbow under certain circumstances, disorderly conduct limitations, and electric weapons.

Bill Text and History

2011 Wisconsin Act 35

For
Notification Date
6/13/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
Support with background check and concealed carry training; protection of Second Amendment Rights
Senate Bill 113
Senate Bill 113
Relating to: minimum harvesting requirements for commercial fishing in the Great Lakes.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
6/13/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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---will result in Commercial fishermen obtaining property rights in publicly owned fish
Senate Bill 119
Senate Bill 119
Relating to: the appointment and term of service of the secretary of natural resources and vacancies on the Natural Resources Board.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
6/13/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
Support---Will restore professional and less-politicized management of Wisconsin’s natural resources
Senate Bill 326
Senate Bill 326
Relating to: the issuance of, and exemptions from, certain individual permits, contracts, and general permits for structures, deposits, and other activities in or near navigable waters; areas of significant scientific value that are areas of special natura...

Bill Text and History

2011 Wisconsin Act 167

Against
Notification Date
1/23/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 substantially lowers current standards protecting Wisconsin lakes and streams. One way is through the presumptive approval process.
Senate Bill 368
Senate Bill 368
Relating to: permits for discharges into wetlands; wetland mitigation; wetland mapping and delineation; fees for permits and other authorizations or determinations by the Department of Natural Resources relating to structures, deposits, and other activitie...

Bill Text and History

2011 Wisconsin Act 118

Against
Notification Date
1/23/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 result in the loss of thousands of acres of wetlands which are important fish and wildlife habitat for hunters, anglers and trappers. Mitigated wetlands are ususally far poorer quality than natural wetlands

Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings

ATCP 16, the regulation of dog sellers.
Agency Name
Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
Subject
ATCP 16, the regulation of dog sellers.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 648 (12/15/2009)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 10-100
Against
Notification Date
2/3/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 rules should be changed to conform with the US Department of Agriculture standard for dog pen sizes. These standards are recommended by the American Veterinary Association
NR 1, 8, 10, 12, 15, 16, 17, and 19. These rule changes related to hunting, trapping, captive wild animals, dog training, nuisance animal removal and license issuance
Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
NR 1, 8, 10, 12, 15, 16, 17, and 19. These rule changes related to hunting, trapping, captive wild animals, dog training, nuisance animal removal and license issuance
Scope Statement
Register Number: 624 (1/1/2008)
Other
Notification Date
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 1.29, management of department lands purchased for the ice age trail and north country trail.
Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
NR 1.29, management of department lands purchased for the ice age trail and north country trail.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 656 (8/15/2010)
Other
Notification Date
2/3/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 10 and 45. (2011 Spring hearing).
Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
NR 10 and 45. (2011 Spring hearing).
Scope Statement
Register Number: 660 (12/15/2010)
Other
Notification Date
2/3/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 10 relating to establishing general rule authority for the department to open state trail properties to hunting by posted notice.
Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
NR 10 relating to establishing general rule authority for the department to open state trail properties to hunting by posted notice.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 624 (1/1/2008)
Other
Notification Date
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 10, relating to seasons and daily bag limits for migratory game bird hunting.
Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
NR 10, relating to seasons and daily bag limits for migratory game bird hunting.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 629 (5/15/2008)
For
Notification Date
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 121, 142, 811 and 820, and creates Chapter NR 143, relating to the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Basin Water Resources Compact.
Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
NR 121, 142, 811 and 820, and creates Chapter NR 143, relating to the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Basin Water Resources Compact.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 633 (10/1/2008)
Other
Notification Date
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 20 and 23, relating to proposed fishing regulation changes for 2011 Spring Fish and Wildlife Rules Hearings.
Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
NR 20 and 23, relating to proposed fishing regulation changes for 2011 Spring Fish and Wildlife Rules Hearings.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 660 (12/15/2010)
Other
Notification Date
2/3/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 20, pertaining to fishing regulations on inland waters.
Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
NR 20, pertaining to fishing regulations on inland waters.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 624 (1/1/2008)
Other
Notification Date
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 207, relating to implementation of the state’s antidegredation policy.
Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
NR 207, relating to implementation of the state’s antidegredation policy.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 628 (4/15/2008)
Other
Notification Date
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 27, relating to the removal of trumpeter swans from the list of Endangered Species and the removal of osprey from the list of Threatened Species.
Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
NR 27, relating to the removal of trumpeter swans from the list of Endangered Species and the removal of osprey from the list of Threatened Species.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 630 (6/15/2008)
For
Notification Date
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 40.04, the listing of Geomyces destructans as a prohibited invasive species.
Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
NR 40.04, the listing of Geomyces destructans as a prohibited invasive species.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 657 (9/15/2010)
For
Notification Date
2/3/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 52, relating to access on properties purchased in whole or in part
Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
NR 52, relating to access on properties purchased in whole or in part
Scope Statement
Register Number: 624 (1/1/2008)
Other
Notification Date
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Relates to the State Wildlife Grants Program.
Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
Relates to the State Wildlife Grants Program.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 621 (9/15/2007)
For
Notification Date
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

relating to thermal standards for Wisconsin surface waters
Agency Name
Natural Resources
Subject
relating to thermal standards for Wisconsin surface waters
Scope Statement
Wisconsin Administrative Register
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 07-111
Other
Notification Date
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 10, pertaining to seasons and daily bag limits for migratory game bird hunting.
Agency Name
Natural Resources
Subject
NR 10, pertaining to seasons and daily bag limits for migratory game bird hunting.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 652 (5/1/2010)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 10-066
For
Notification Date
2/3/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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, Wis. Adm. Code, revising existing state groundwater quality standards
Agency Name
Natural Resources
Subject
NR 140, Wis. Adm. Code, revising existing state groundwater quality standards
Scope Statement
Register Number: 617 (5/15/2007)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 09-102
Other
Notification Date
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 142 and creates Chapters NR 850, 854, 856, 858, 860 and 864, the Great Lakes—St. Lawrence River Basin Water Resources Compact.
Agency Name
Natural Resources
Subject
NR 142 and creates Chapters NR 850, 854, 856, 858, 860 and 864, the Great Lakes—St. Lawrence River Basin Water Resources Compact.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 652 (5/1/2010)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 10-059
For
Notification Date
2/3/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 150, the Department’s implementation of the Wisconsin Environmental Policy Act (WEPA) and s. 1.11, Wis. Stats.
Agency Name
Natural Resources
Subject
NR 150, the Department’s implementation of the Wisconsin Environmental Policy Act (WEPA) and s. 1.11, Wis. Stats.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 657 (9/15/2010)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 13-022
Other
Notification Date
2/3/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 25, relating to commercial fishing in outlying waters and the minimum catch requirement for licensees.
Agency Name
Natural Resources
Subject
NR 25, relating to commercial fishing in outlying waters and the minimum catch requirement for licensees.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 632 (8/15/2008)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 09-016
Other
Notification Date
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 25, relating to commercial trap netting in Lake Michigan
Agency Name
Natural Resources
Subject
NR 25, relating to commercial trap netting in Lake Michigan
Scope Statement
Register Number: 660 (12/15/2010)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 11-008
Other
Notification Date
2/3/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
Trap nets should be moved from outside the Sheboygan, Two Rivers and Manitowoc harbors.
NR 27, the listing of cave bats as threatened species.
Agency Name
Natural Resources
Subject
NR 27, the listing of cave bats as threatened species.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 657 (9/15/2010)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 10-114
For
Notification Date
2/3/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 40, the management of bats and White-Nose Syndrome in Wisconsin.
Agency Name
Natural Resources
Subject
NR 40, the management of bats and White-Nose Syndrome in Wisconsin.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 658 (10/15/2010)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 10-115
For
Notification Date
2/3/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
They are necessary to prevent the virtual elimination of four bat species in Wisconsin. This will lead to the placement of these species on the state and federal endangered species list with all the restrictions that go with those lists
NR 51, the administration of grants provided through the Knowles- Nelson Stewardship Program.

Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number

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

Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)

Notification Date
1/31/2013
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

2013-2015 DNR Budget
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
2013-2015 DNR Budget

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
8/21/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

2013-2015 DNR Budget
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
2013-2015 DNR Budget

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
8/21/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Coyote hunting regulations
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Coyote hunting regulations

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
8/21/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Coyote hunting regulations
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Coyote hunting regulations

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
8/21/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Environmental Enforce
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Environmental Enforce

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
8/21/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Environmental Enforce
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Environmental Enforce

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
8/21/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 Kroll Report deer management recommendations
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Implementation of Kroll Report deer management recommendations

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
8/21/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Implementation of Kroll Report deer management recommendations
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Implementation of Kroll Report deer management recommendations

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
8/21/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Coyote harvest and management
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Coyote harvest and management

Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)

Notification Date
8/8/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Coyote harvest and management
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Coyote harvest and management

Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)

Notification Date
8/8/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

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

Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)

Notification Date
8/8/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

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

Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)

Notification Date
8/8/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Environmental enforcement
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Environmental enforcement

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
8/8/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Environmental enforcement
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Environmental enforcement

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
8/8/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

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

Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)

Notification Date
8/8/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

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

Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)

Notification Date
8/8/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

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

Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)

Notification Date
8/8/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

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

Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)

Notification Date
8/8/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Revisions of mining regulations in Wisconsin
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Revisions of mining regulations in Wisconsin

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
8/3/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Revisions of mining regulations in Wisconsin
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Revisions of mining regulations in Wisconsin

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
8/3/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Matters relating to commercial fishing use of trapnets
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Matters relating to commercial fishing use of trapnets

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
6/17/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Matters relating to hunting of raccoon
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Matters relating to hunting of raccoon

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
6/17/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Matters relating to mining regulation
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Matters relating to mining regulation

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
6/17/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Matters relating to phosphorus regulation
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Matters relating to phosphorus regulation

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
6/17/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 Access on Managed Forest Law lands
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Public Access on Managed Forest Law lands

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
2/3/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Updating the financial restitutions statutes for the unlawful taking of fish, wildlife and other animals
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Updating the financial restitutions statutes for the unlawful taking of fish, wildlife and other animals

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
2/3/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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

  2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
Total Lobbying Expenditures 2011
January - June
$7,947.25
2011
July - December
$6,400.03
2012
January - June
$23,884.19
2012
July - December
$16,581.80
Total $54,813.27
Total Hours Communicating 2011
January - June
162.00
2011
July - December
173.00
2012
January - June
491.00
2012
July - December
100.00
Total 926.00
Total Hours Other 2011
January - June
413.00
2011
July - December
368.00
2012
January - June
195.00
2012
July - December
361.00
Total 1337.00

Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

Relating to: privileges under a Class A or Class B bear hunting license, and bear carcass tag and back tag requirements.
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
15%
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total 4%
Relating to: prohibiting the Department of Natural Resources from establishing certain restrictions on hunting antlered deer and regulating the establishment of fall open seasons for hunting deer with firearms.
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
15%
2011
July - December
10%
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total 6%
Relating to: information about land acquired with stewardship funding.
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
10%
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total 2%
Relating to: privileges under a Class A or Class B bear hunting license, and bear carcass tag and back tag requirements.
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
10%
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total 2%
Relating to: membership of the Natural Resources Board.
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
10%
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total 2%
Relating to: minimum harvesting requirements for commercial fishing in the Great Lakes.
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
20%
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total 5%
Relating to: the issuance of, and exemptions from, certain individual permits, contracts, and general permits for structures, deposits, and other activities in or near navigable waters; areas of significant scientific value that are areas of special natural resource interest; repair and maintenance of boathouses and fixed houseboats; information required to be published on the Department of Natural Resources Internet Web site; expedited procedures for certain plan approvals; deadlines for action on certain approval applications; and granting rule-making authority.
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
10%
2012
July - December
Total 3%
Relating to: permits for discharges into wetlands; wetland mitigation; wetland mapping and delineation; fees for permits and other authorizations or determinations by the Department of Natural Resources relating to structures, deposits, and other activities in or near navigable waters; making appropriations; and providing penalties.
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
10%
2012
July - December
Total 3%
Relating to: regulation of ferrous metallic mining and related activities, making an appropriation, and providing penalties.
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
40%
2012
July - December
Total 12%

Budget Bill Subjects

No budget bill subjects found.

Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings

No administrative rulemaking proceedings found.

Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number

2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
10%
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
10%
2012
July - December
10%
Total 8%
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
10%
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total 3%
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
10%
Total 2%
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
15%
Total 3%
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
25%
Total 5%

Minor Efforts

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

Minor Efforts
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
50%
2011
July - December
40%
2012
January - June
30%
2012
July - December
40%
Total 40%

Other Matters

No other matters found.

Filed Statements of Lobbying Activity and Expenditures