Midwest Equipment Dealers Association Inc
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
Retail farm, outdoor power, light industrial, dairy and farmstead mechanization equipment dealers.
Lobbying Interests:
We address issues that affect commercial, consumer, environmentla, tax, small business of our dealer membership, work with Department of Ag and Department of Workforce Development on the administrative rules.
CEO Name:
Gary Manke
Executive Vice President-CEO
Retail farm, outdoor power, light industrial, dairy and farmstead mechanization equipment dealers.
Lobbying Interests:
We address issues that affect commercial, consumer, environmentla, tax, small business of our dealer membership, work with Department of Ag and Department of Workforce Development on the administrative rules.
CEO Name:
Gary Manke
Executive Vice President-CEO
Contact
GM
Gary Manke
5330 Wall Street, Suite 100
Madison, WI 53718
(608) 240-4700
(608) 240-2069
gmanke@medaassn.com
www.medaassn.com
5330 Wall Street, Suite 100
Madison, WI 53718
(608) 240-4700
(608) 240-2069
gmanke@medaassn.com
www.medaassn.com
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gary Antoniewicz | Exclusive Duties N/A | Authorized On 1/7/2005 | Withdrawn On N/A |
| Gary Manke | Exclusive Duties N/A | Authorized On 1/7/2005 | Withdrawn On N/A |
Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 15
relating to: ethanol requirements in automotive gasoline, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
4/5/2005
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.
relating to: ethanol requirements in automotive gasoline, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
None
Notification Date4/5/2005
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.
Assembly Bill 101
relating to: product liability of manufacturers, distributors, and sellers.
Bill Text and History
4/5/2005
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.
relating to: product liability of manufacturers, distributors, and sellers.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date4/5/2005
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.
Assembly Bill 155
relating to: a municipality's and county's ability to eliminate certain nonconforming buildings or premises.
Bill Text and History
2005 Wisconsin Act 81
4/15/2005
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: a municipality's and county's ability to eliminate certain nonconforming buildings or premises.
Bill Text and History
2005 Wisconsin Act 81
For
Notification Date4/15/2005
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 340
relating to: lighting and visibility marking requirements for certain agricultural vehicles and agricultural implements operated or towed upon a highway, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule pro...
Bill Text and History
8/2/2005
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.
relating to: lighting and visibility marking requirements for certain agricultural vehicles and agricultural implements operated or towed upon a highway, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule pro...
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date8/2/2005
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.
Assembly Bill 680
relating to: increasing the jurisdictional amount in small claims court.
Bill Text and History
10/26/2005
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: increasing the jurisdictional amount in small claims court.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/26/2005
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 912
relating to: allowing individuals to restrict release of credit reports and granting rule-making authority.
Bill Text and History
2005 Wisconsin Act 140
1/25/2006
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: allowing individuals to restrict release of credit reports and granting rule-making authority.
Bill Text and History
2005 Wisconsin Act 140
Other
Notification Date1/25/2006
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.
Assembly Bill 1039
relating to: persons to whom liability insurance claim settlement checks must be made payable; independent evaluations for insurance coverage of chiropractic treatment; current procedural terminology codes on health insurance claim forms; and direct paymen...
Bill Text and History
2/22/2006
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: persons to whom liability insurance claim settlement checks must be made payable; independent evaluations for insurance coverage of chiropractic treatment; current procedural terminology codes on health insurance claim forms; and direct paymen...
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date2/22/2006
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 15
relating to: ethanol requirements in automotive gasoline, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
4/5/2005
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.
relating to: ethanol requirements in automotive gasoline, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
None
Notification Date4/5/2005
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.
Senate Bill 58
relating to: product liability of manufacturers, distributors, and sellers.
Bill Text and History
2/23/2005
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: product liability of manufacturers, distributors, and sellers.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/23/2005
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.
Senate Bill 648
regulating the minimum price of motor vehicle fuel.
Bill Text and History
3/6/2006
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.
regulating the minimum price of motor vehicle fuel.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date3/6/2006
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.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
Draft of proposal to require retail warranty reimbursement by equipment manufacturers to dealers performing warranty repairs.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Draft of proposal to require retail warranty reimbursement by equipment manufacturers to dealers performing warranty repairs.
Draft of proposal to require retail warranty reimbursement by equipment manufacturers to dealers performing warranty repairs.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
10/9/2006
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.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
10/9/2006
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
Hearings relating to suspension of ATCP 136, Wis. Adm. Code
Hearings relating to suspension of ATCP 136, Wis. Adm. Code
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule
Notification Date
6/28/2006
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.
Both Legislative Matter and Rule
Notification Date
6/28/2006
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
ACTP 136
ACTP 136
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule
Notification Date
4/28/2005
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.
Both Legislative Matter and Rule
Notification Date
4/28/2005
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.
LRB draft 2470/P2 relating to lighting and visibility requirements for agricultural vehicles and implements on highways.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB draft 2470/P2 relating to lighting and visibility requirements for agricultural vehicles and implements on highways.
LRB draft 2470/P2 relating to lighting and visibility requirements for agricultural vehicles and implements on highways.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/21/2005
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
1/21/2005
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
2005-2007 Biennial Budget
2005-2007 Biennial Budget
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/18/2005
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
1/18/2005
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
Health insurance mandates on small business owners
Health insurance mandates on small business owners
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/18/2005
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
1/18/2005
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.
Relating to lighting and visibility requirements for agricultural vehicles and implements on highways
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Relating to lighting and visibility requirements for agricultural vehicles and implements on highways
Relating to lighting and visibility requirements for agricultural vehicles and implements on highways
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule
Notification Date
1/18/2005
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.
Both Legislative Matter and Rule
Notification Date
1/18/2005
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
Small Business Regulatory Reform
Small Business Regulatory Reform
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule
Notification Date
1/18/2005
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.
Both Legislative Matter and Rule
Notification Date
1/18/2005
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
Unemployment insurance issues
Unemployment insurance issues
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule
Notification Date
1/18/2005
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.
Both Legislative Matter and Rule
Notification Date
1/18/2005
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.
Total Lobbying Effort
| 2005 January - June |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Lobbying Expenditures | 2005 January - June $1,772.50 |
2006 January - June $1,415.10 |
2006 July - December $1,181.76 |
Total $4,369.36 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2005 January - June 6.10 |
2006 January - June 5.30 |
2006 July - December 5.30 |
Total 16.70 |
| Total Hours Other | 2005 January - June 14.60 |
2006 January - June 9.00 |
2006 July - December 10.20 |
Total 33.80 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
relating to: a municipality's and county's ability to eliminate certain nonconforming buildings or premises.
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 January - June 6% |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total 2% |
relating to: persons to whom liability insurance claim settlement checks must be made payable; independent evaluations for insurance coverage of chiropractic treatment; current procedural terminology codes on health insurance claim forms; and direct payment to a chiropractor.
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June 2% |
2006 July - December |
Total < 1% |
relating to: increasing the jurisdictional amount in small claims court.
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June 24% |
2006 July - December |
Total 6% |
relating to: allowing individuals to restrict release of credit reports and granting rule-making authority.
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June 30% |
2006 July - December |
Total 8% |
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
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 January - June 9% |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total 4% |
LRB draft 2470/P2 relating to lighting and visibility requirements for agricultural vehicles and implements on highways.
| 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 20% |
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June 25% |
2006 July - December 33% |
Total 17% |
Relating to lighting and visibility requirements for agricultural vehicles and implements on highways
| 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 1% |
Total < 1% |
| 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 5% |
Total 2% |
Draft of proposal to require retail warranty reimbursement by equipment manufacturers to dealers performing warranty repairs.
| 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 50% |
Total 15% |
Minor Efforts
No minor efforts found.
Other Matters
Includes time spent on:
- Gubernatorial nominations
- Matters on which the organization made no lobbying communication