Madison Gas & Electric Company
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
A public utility engaged in the generation, transmission and distribution of electric energy and the distribution of natural gas.
Lobbying Interests:
Legislation and administrative rules that affect the utility industry including, but not limited to, restructuring of the electric utility industry, merger activity, Public Utility Holding Co Act, power plant siting, among others.
CEO Name:
Gary Wolter
Vice President
A public utility engaged in the generation, transmission and distribution of electric energy and the distribution of natural gas.
Lobbying Interests:
Legislation and administrative rules that affect the utility industry including, but not limited to, restructuring of the electric utility industry, merger activity, Public Utility Holding Co Act, power plant siting, among others.
CEO Name:
Gary Wolter
Vice President
Contact
SN
Scott Neitzel
PO Box 1231
Madison, WI 53701-1231
(608) 252-5609
(608) 252-7098
PO Box 1231
Madison, WI 53701-1231
(608) 252-5609
(608) 252-7098
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scott Stenger | Exclusive Duties N/A | Authorized On 1/1/2005 | Withdrawn On N/A |
| Scott Neitzel | Exclusive Duties N/A | Authorized On 1/1/2005 | Withdrawn On N/A |
| Peter Peshek | Exclusive Duties N/A | Authorized On 1/1/2005 | Withdrawn On 6/1/2006 |
| Eric J Petersen | Exclusive Duties N/A | Authorized On 1/6/2005 | Withdrawn On N/A |
Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 153
relating to: specifying the rate-making principles applicable to certain electric generating facilities, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority.
Bill Text and History
3/4/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
relating to: specifying the rate-making principles applicable to certain electric generating facilities, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/4/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 219
relating to: lightweight utility vehicles, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
6/13/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
relating to: lightweight utility vehicles, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/13/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 412
relating to: condemnation of county or municipal land for electric transmission lines, payment of certain environmental impact fees to municipalities and counties, and making an appropriation.
Bill Text and History
5/23/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
relating to: condemnation of county or municipal land for electric transmission lines, payment of certain environmental impact fees to municipalities and counties, and making an appropriation.
Bill Text and History
None
Notification Date5/23/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 437
relating to: requiring the conveyance of property to a public utility for the construction of electric transmission lines.
Bill Text and History
2005 Wisconsin Act 24
5/25/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
relating to: requiring the conveyance of property to a public utility for the construction of electric transmission lines.
Bill Text and History
2005 Wisconsin Act 24
For
Notification Date5/25/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 441
relating to: applications for certificates of public convenience and necessity for certain electric generating facilities.
Bill Text and History
2005 Wisconsin Act 29
5/26/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
relating to: applications for certificates of public convenience and necessity for certain electric generating facilities.
Bill Text and History
2005 Wisconsin Act 29
For
Notification Date5/26/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 841
relating to: administration and funding of programs for utility public benefits; renewable energy requirements for utilities and retail electric cooperatives; energy efficiency requirements for state construction; revising and reviewing the state energy co...
Bill Text and History
11/28/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Overall support. Some modifications and clarifications still needed.
relating to: administration and funding of programs for utility public benefits; renewable energy requirements for utilities and retail electric cooperatives; energy efficiency requirements for state construction; revising and reviewing the state energy co...
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date11/28/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Overall support. Some modifications and clarifications still needed.
Assembly Bill 1173
relating to: the prohibition against the harvest of raw forest products from tax delinquent lands and notice and recording requirements for persons who harvest raw forest products.
Bill Text and History
4/18/2006
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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: the prohibition against the harvest of raw forest products from tax delinquent lands and notice and recording requirements for persons who harvest raw forest products.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date4/18/2006
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 79
relating to: specifying the rate-making principles applicable to certain electric generating facilities, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority.
Bill Text and History
2005 Wisconsin Act 7
2/28/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
relating to: specifying the rate-making principles applicable to certain electric generating facilities, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority.
Bill Text and History
2005 Wisconsin Act 7
None
Notification Date2/28/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 234
relating to: requiring the conveyance of property to electric utilities and cooperatives for the construction of electric transmission lines.
Bill Text and History
6/13/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
relating to: requiring the conveyance of property to electric utilities and cooperatives for the construction of electric transmission lines.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/13/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 459
relating to: administration and funding of programs for utility public benefits; renewable energy requirements for utilities and retail electric cooperatives; energy efficiency requirements for state construction; revising and reviewing the state energy co...
Bill Text and History
2005 Wisconsin Act 141
12/7/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
General support subject some modifications
12/7/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
relating to: administration and funding of programs for utility public benefits; renewable energy requirements for utilities and retail electric cooperatives; energy efficiency requirements for state construction; revising and reviewing the state energy co...
Bill Text and History
2005 Wisconsin Act 141
For
Notification Date12/7/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
General support subject some modifications
For
Notification Date12/7/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Budget Bill Subjects
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Administration: Attached Programs
Administration: Attached Programs
Notification Date
2/11/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
2/11/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Public Service Commission: Agencywide
Public Service Commission: Agencywide
Notification Date
2/11/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
2/11/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Revisions to NR432 - State Implementation of the Clean Air Interstate Rule.
Revisions to NR432 - State Implementation of the Clean Air Interstate Rule.
Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
10/13/2006
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
10/13/2006
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Appointment of Dan Ebert to Chair Public Service Commission of Wisconsin
Appointment of Dan Ebert to Chair Public Service Commission of Wisconsin
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
11/2/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
11/2/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB 2152 - CPCN Requirements
LRB 2152 - CPCN Requirements
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
5/23/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
5/23/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Thermal Discharge Rules
Thermal Discharge Rules
Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
3/24/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
3/24/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Alternative Electric Generation Financing Methods
Alternative Electric Generation Financing Methods
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
2/11/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
2/11/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Electric Transmission siting incentives
Electric Transmission siting incentives
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/5/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/5/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Energy Conservation and Renewables
Energy Conservation and Renewables
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/5/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/5/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Energy Infrastructure siting process reform
Energy Infrastructure siting process reform
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule
Notification Date
1/5/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Both Legislative Matter and Rule
Notification Date
1/5/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Payments to communities hosting existing power plants and general utility structures
Payments to communities hosting existing power plants and general utility structures
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/5/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/5/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Issues related to Governor's Energy Task Force Report:Energy Conservation,Public Benefits and Renewable Energy.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Issues related to Governor's Energy Task Force Report:Energy Conservation,Public Benefits and Renewable Energy.
Issues related to Governor's Energy Task Force Report:Energy Conservation,Public Benefits and Renewable Energy.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
12/23/2004
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.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
12/23/2004
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.
Total Lobbying Effort
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Lobbying Expenditures | 2005 January - June $39,039.65 |
2005 July - December $60,638.63 |
2006 January - June $57,133.57 |
2006 July - December $52,448.33 |
Total $209,260.18 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2005 January - June 6.00 |
2005 July - December 7.00 |
2006 January - June 16.50 |
2006 July - December 1.50 |
Total 31.00 |
| Total Hours Other | 2005 January - June 53.50 |
2005 July - December 43.50 |
2006 January - June 17.50 |
2006 July - December 14.00 |
Total 128.50 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
relating to: specifying the rate-making principles applicable to certain electric generating facilities, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority.
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 January - June 5% |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total 2% |
relating to: specifying the rate-making principles applicable to certain electric generating facilities, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority.
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 January - June 5% |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total 2% |
relating to: requiring the conveyance of property to a public utility for the construction of electric transmission lines.
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 January - June 5% |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total 2% |
relating to: applications for certificates of public convenience and necessity for certain electric generating facilities.
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 January - June 50% |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total 19% |
relating to: administration and funding of programs for utility public benefits; renewable energy requirements for utilities and retail electric cooperatives; energy efficiency requirements for state construction; revising and reviewing the state energy conservation code; state use of renewable energy resources; anaerobic digestor research; and granting rule-making authority.
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December 10% |
2006 January - June 80% |
2006 July - December |
Total 20% |
Budget Bill Subjects
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 January - June 10% |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total 4% |
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
No administrative rulemaking proceedings found.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
Issues related to Governor's Energy Task Force Report:Energy Conservation,Public Benefits and Renewable Energy.
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 January - June 5% |
2005 July - December 75% |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total 26% |
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 January - June 10% |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total 4% |
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December 20% |
Total 2% |
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December 60% |
Total 6% |
Minor Efforts
(Time spent on matters each of which accounted for less than 10% of the organization's lobbying.)
Other Matters
Includes time spent on:
- Gubernatorial nominations
- Matters on which the organization made no lobbying communication