Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
The Wisconsin Democracy Campaign tracks the money in state politics, fights government corruption and works for campaign finance reform, fair elections, economic justice, judicial integrity, media democracy, open and transparent government, and democracy reform in areas such as state legislative and congressional redistricting, ethics and lobbying. We pursue these objectives through research, citizen education, community outreach, coalition building and direct advocacy.
Lobbying Interests:
Lobbying for changes in the campaign finance system that will help revitalize democracy and enable all candidates to have a fair chance to present their ideas to the voters. Lobbying for stronger ethics enforcement, an Iowa-model for legislative and congressional redistricting, lobbying reforms, changes safeguarding the electoral process, and building racial equity and economic justice.
The Wisconsin Democracy Campaign tracks the money in state politics, fights government corruption and works for campaign finance reform, fair elections, economic justice, judicial integrity, media democracy, open and transparent government, and democracy reform in areas such as state legislative and congressional redistricting, ethics and lobbying. We pursue these objectives through research, citizen education, community outreach, coalition building and direct advocacy.
Lobbying Interests:
Lobbying for changes in the campaign finance system that will help revitalize democracy and enable all candidates to have a fair chance to present their ideas to the voters. Lobbying for stronger ethics enforcement, an Iowa-model for legislative and congressional redistricting, lobbying reforms, changes safeguarding the electoral process, and building racial equity and economic justice.
Contact
BS
Beverly Speer
203 S Paterson Street Suite 100
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 255-4260
speer@wisdc.org
https://www.wisdc.org
203 S Paterson Street Suite 100
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 255-4260
speer@wisdc.org
https://www.wisdc.org
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
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Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 4
Relating to: the suspension of a rule of the Elections Commission.
Bill Text and History
3/15/2023
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: the suspension of a rule of the Elections Commission.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date3/15/2023
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.
Assembly Bill 37
Relating to: expungement of records of certain crimes and discrimination based on expunged conviction. (FE)
Bill Text and History
3/13/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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: expungement of records of certain crimes and discrimination based on expunged conviction. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/13/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 70
Relating to: participation in a riot and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
3/8/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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: participation in a riot and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date3/8/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 76
Relating to: restoration of the right to vote to a person barred from voting as a result of a felony conviction. (FE)
Bill Text and History
3/15/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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: restoration of the right to vote to a person barred from voting as a result of a felony conviction. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date3/15/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 128
Relating to: venue for actions in which the legislature is a party.
Bill Text and History
3/25/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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: venue for actions in which the legislature is a party.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date3/25/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 245
Relating to: county and municipal aid; imposing a city sales tax and an additional county sales tax to pay the unfunded actuarial accrued liability of city and county retirement systems; requiring newly hired city and county employees of certain city agenc...
Bill Text and History
2023 Wisconsin Act 12
5/4/2023
First Communication Date
5/4/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Comments
We are opposed to the provision that bans local advisory referenda.
https://www.wisdc.org/news/press-releases/139-press-release-2023/7373-do-not-muffle-our-voices
Relating to: county and municipal aid; imposing a city sales tax and an additional county sales tax to pay the unfunded actuarial accrued liability of city and county retirement systems; requiring newly hired city and county employees of certain city agenc...
Bill Text and History
2023 Wisconsin Act 12
Against
Notification Date5/4/2023
First Communication Date
5/4/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Comments
We are opposed to the provision that bans local advisory referenda.
https://www.wisdc.org/news/press-releases/139-press-release-2023/7373-do-not-muffle-our-voices
Assembly Bill 280
Relating to: statutory recognition of specialized treatment court and commercial court dockets.
Bill Text and History
6/21/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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: statutory recognition of specialized treatment court and commercial court dockets.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date6/21/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 299
Relating to: requiring identification of a military voter for voting absentee.
Bill Text and History
6/7/2023
First Communication Date
6/6/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
https://www.wisdc.org/news/press-releases/139-press-release-2023/7384-don-t-make-it-harder-for-service-members-to-vote
Relating to: requiring identification of a military voter for voting absentee.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date6/7/2023
First Communication Date
6/6/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
https://www.wisdc.org/news/press-releases/139-press-release-2023/7384-don-t-make-it-harder-for-service-members-to-vote
Assembly Bill 415
Relating to: legislative redistricting. (FE)
Bill Text and History
9/13/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
https://www.wisdc.org/news/press-releases/139-press-release-2023/7404-wisconsin-fairmaps-coalition-stands-firm-against-opaque-redistricting-powergrab
Relating to: legislative redistricting. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date9/13/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
https://www.wisdc.org/news/press-releases/139-press-release-2023/7404-wisconsin-fairmaps-coalition-stands-firm-against-opaque-redistricting-powergrab
Assembly Bill 423
Relating to: special motions to strike strategic lawsuits against public participation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
9/26/2023
First Communication Date
8/22/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Relating to: special motions to strike strategic lawsuits against public participation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date9/26/2023
First Communication Date
8/22/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Assembly Bill 551
Relating to: freedom of speech and of the press in school-sponsored media.
Bill Text and History
11/29/2023
First Communication Date
12/5/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
https://bit.ly/protect-free-speech-for-student-journalists
Relating to: freedom of speech and of the press in school-sponsored media.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date11/29/2023
First Communication Date
12/5/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
https://bit.ly/protect-free-speech-for-student-journalists
Assembly Bill 563
Relating to: top-five primaries and instant runoff voting for the offices of U.S. senator and U.S. representative in Congress. (FE)
Bill Text and History
1/8/2024
First Communication Date
1/9/2024
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Relating to: top-five primaries and instant runoff voting for the offices of U.S. senator and U.S. representative in Congress. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date1/8/2024
First Communication Date
1/9/2024
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Assembly Bill 599
Relating to: expressly prohibiting a foreign national from making a contribution to a referendum committee.
Bill Text and History
1/8/2024
First Communication Date
1/5/2024
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Relating to: expressly prohibiting a foreign national from making a contribution to a referendum committee.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date1/8/2024
First Communication Date
1/5/2024
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Assembly Bill 664
Relating to: disclosures regarding content generated by artificial intelligence in political advertisements, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2023 Wisconsin Act 123
11/28/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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: disclosures regarding content generated by artificial intelligence in political advertisements, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2023 Wisconsin Act 123
For
Notification Date11/28/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 760
Relating to: recommendations from the Ethics Commission regarding campaign finance, lobbying, open records, and closed sessions. (FE)
Bill Text and History
1/8/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 with technical fixes is an opportunity to re-institute reporting requirements on contributor employer information.
Relating to: recommendations from the Ethics Commission regarding campaign finance, lobbying, open records, and closed sessions. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date1/8/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 with technical fixes is an opportunity to re-institute reporting requirements on contributor employer information.
Assembly Joint Resolution 6
Relating to: the appropriation authority of the legislature and the allocation of moneys Wisconsin receives from the federal government (second consideration).
Bill Text and History
3/10/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 appropriation authority of the legislature and the allocation of moneys Wisconsin receives from the federal government (second consideration).
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date3/10/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 Joint Resolution 21
Relating to: proclaiming March 31, 2023, as Cesar Chavez Day in the state of Wisconsin.
Bill Text and History
3/25/2023
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: proclaiming March 31, 2023, as Cesar Chavez Day in the state of Wisconsin.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/25/2023
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.
Assembly Joint Resolution 24
Relating to: declaration of the Economic Justice Bill of Rights.
Bill Text and History
4/2/2023
First Communication Date
3/9/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Relating to: declaration of the Economic Justice Bill of Rights.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date4/2/2023
First Communication Date
3/9/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Senate Bill 5
Relating to: the suspension of a rule of the Elections Commission.
Bill Text and History
1/31/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 suspension of a rule of the Elections Commission.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date1/31/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 26
Relating to: removing ineligible voters from the official voter registration list. (FE)
Bill Text and History
1/31/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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: removing ineligible voters from the official voter registration list. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date1/31/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 38
Relating to: expungement of records of certain crimes and discrimination based on expunged conviction. (FE)
Bill Text and History
3/13/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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: expungement of records of certain crimes and discrimination based on expunged conviction. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/13/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 69
Relating to: restoration of the right to vote to a person barred from voting as a result of a felony conviction. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/22/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
Modern day poll tax.
Relating to: restoration of the right to vote to a person barred from voting as a result of a felony conviction. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date2/22/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
Modern day poll tax.
Senate Bill 96
Relating to: participation in a riot and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
3/8/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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: participation in a riot and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date3/8/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 98
Relating to: verifying citizenship of individuals on the official voter registration list and contents of operator's licenses and identification cards. (FE)
Bill Text and History
10/23/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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: verifying citizenship of individuals on the official voter registration list and contents of operator's licenses and identification cards. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date10/23/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 131
Relating to: venue for actions in which the legislature is a party.
Bill Text and History
3/22/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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: venue for actions in which the legislature is a party.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date3/22/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 275
Relating to: statutory recognition of specialized treatment court and commercial court dockets.
Bill Text and History
6/21/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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: statutory recognition of specialized treatment court and commercial court dockets.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date6/21/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 301
Relating to: county and municipal aid; imposing a city sales tax and an additional county sales tax to pay the unfunded actuarial accrued liability of city and county retirement systems; requiring newly hired city and county employees of certain city agenc...
Bill Text and History
5/22/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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: county and municipal aid; imposing a city sales tax and an additional county sales tax to pay the unfunded actuarial accrued liability of city and county retirement systems; requiring newly hired city and county employees of certain city agenc...
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date5/22/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 414
Relating to: special motions to strike strategic lawsuits against public participation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
9/26/2023
First Communication Date
8/22/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Relating to: special motions to strike strategic lawsuits against public participation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date9/26/2023
First Communication Date
8/22/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Senate Bill 488
Relating to: legislative redistricting.
Bill Text and History
2023 Wisconsin Act 94
10/13/2023
First Communication Date
10/13/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Comments
Oppose SB488 as introduced. Support Senate Substitute Amendment 1 approved by the Governor on 2-19-2024--2023 Wisconsin Act 94.
https://www.wisdc.org/news/press-releases/142-press-release-2024/7448-fair-maps-arrive-in-wisconsin-after-years-of-partisan-gerrymandering
Relating to: legislative redistricting.
Bill Text and History
2023 Wisconsin Act 94
Other
Notification Date10/13/2023
First Communication Date
10/13/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Comments
Oppose SB488 as introduced. Support Senate Substitute Amendment 1 approved by the Governor on 2-19-2024--2023 Wisconsin Act 94.
https://www.wisdc.org/news/press-releases/142-press-release-2024/7448-fair-maps-arrive-in-wisconsin-after-years-of-partisan-gerrymandering
Senate Bill 528
Relating to: top-five primaries and instant runoff voting for the offices of U.S. senator and U.S. representative in Congress. (FE)
Bill Text and History
12/12/2023
First Communication Date
12/12/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Relating to: top-five primaries and instant runoff voting for the offices of U.S. senator and U.S. representative in Congress. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date12/12/2023
First Communication Date
12/12/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Senate Bill 571
Relating to: freedom of speech and of the press in school-sponsored media.
Bill Text and History
11/29/2023
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: freedom of speech and of the press in school-sponsored media.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date11/29/2023
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.
Senate Bill 599
Relating to: reporting of mass communications.
Bill Text and History
11/3/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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: reporting of mass communications.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date11/3/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 600
Relating to: reporting a contributor's place of employment.
Bill Text and History
11/3/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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: reporting a contributor's place of employment.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date11/3/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 601
Relating to: contributions by corporations, cooperative associations, labor organizations, and federally recognized American Indian Tribes.
Bill Text and History
11/3/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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: contributions by corporations, cooperative associations, labor organizations, and federally recognized American Indian Tribes.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date11/3/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 602
Relating to: coordination of mass communications.
Bill Text and History
11/3/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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: coordination of mass communications.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date11/3/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 603
Relating to: the definition of political action committee for campaign finance purposes.
Bill Text and History
11/3/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 definition of political action committee for campaign finance purposes.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date11/3/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 604
Relating to: campaign contribution limits.
Bill Text and History
11/3/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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: campaign contribution limits.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date11/3/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 644
Relating to: disclosures regarding content generated by artificial intelligence in political advertisements, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
11/28/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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: disclosures regarding content generated by artificial intelligence in political advertisements, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date11/28/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 Joint Resolution 2
Relating to: conditions for release prior to conviction, including the imposition of bail (second consideration).
Bill Text and History
1/31/2023
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: conditions for release prior to conviction, including the imposition of bail (second consideration).
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date1/31/2023
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.
Senate Joint Resolution 5
Relating to: the appropriation authority of the legislature and the allocation of moneys Wisconsin receives from the federal government (second consideration).
Bill Text and History
1/31/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 appropriation authority of the legislature and the allocation of moneys Wisconsin receives from the federal government (second consideration).
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date1/31/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 Joint Resolution 71
Relating to: eligibility to vote in Wisconsin (second consideration).
Bill Text and History
10/23/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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: eligibility to vote in Wisconsin (second consideration).
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date10/23/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 Joint Resolution 73
Relating to: requiring photographic identification to vote in any election (first consideration).
Bill Text and History
10/23/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 photographic identification to vote in any election (first consideration).
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date10/23/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 Joint Resolution 78
Relating to: prohibiting state and local governments from using privately sourced moneys or equipment in connection with the conduct of elections and specifying who may perform tasks related to the conduct of an election (second consideration).
Bill Text and History
10/23/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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: prohibiting state and local governments from using privately sourced moneys or equipment in connection with the conduct of elections and specifying who may perform tasks related to the conduct of an election (second consideration).
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date10/23/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 Joint Resolution 82
Relating to: an advisory referendum on an amendment to the U.S. Constitution.
Bill Text and History
11/3/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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: an advisory referendum on an amendment to the U.S. Constitution.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date11/3/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 Joint Resolution 121
Relating to: urging support for a constitutional amendment to provide states with authority to regulate campaign financing.
Bill Text and History
2/21/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
SJR121 as well as a related SJR82 should be given full legislative consideration with committee public hearings. Late introduction and push to a floor vote is not appropriate for an inherent matter to and about democratic process in Wisconsin.
Relating to: urging support for a constitutional amendment to provide states with authority to regulate campaign financing.
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date2/21/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
SJR121 as well as a related SJR82 should be given full legislative consideration with committee public hearings. Late introduction and push to a floor vote is not appropriate for an inherent matter to and about democratic process in Wisconsin.
Budget Bill Subjects
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Elections Commission
Elections Commission
Notification Date
5/5/2023
First Communication Date
4/25/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
5/5/2023
First Communication Date
4/25/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Public Instruction: Departmentwide
Public Instruction: Departmentwide
Notification Date
4/7/2023
First Communication Date
4/5/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
https://www.wisdc.org/news/press-releases/139-press-release-2023/7367-gerrymandering-and-public-policy
4/7/2023
First Communication Date
4/5/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
https://www.wisdc.org/news/press-releases/139-press-release-2023/7367-gerrymandering-and-public-policy
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
Agency Name
Elections Commission (EL)
Subject
Conduct, regulation, and accommodation of election observers
Scope Statement
SS 089_22
2/2/2023
First Communication Date
2/2/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
https://www.wisdc.org/news/press-releases/139-press-release-2023/7284-rothschild-tells-spindell-to-resign
Elections Commission (EL)
Subject
Conduct, regulation, and accommodation of election observers
Scope Statement
SS 089_22
Undisclosed
Notification Date2/2/2023
First Communication Date
2/2/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
https://www.wisdc.org/news/press-releases/139-press-release-2023/7284-rothschild-tells-spindell-to-resign
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB-4115: Wisconsin Civic Information Consortium
LRB-4115: Wisconsin Civic Information Consortium
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/30/2024
First Communication Date
1/19/2024
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/30/2024
First Communication Date
1/19/2024
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB-4790: Newspaper Tax Credit
LRB-4790: Newspaper Tax Credit
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/30/2024
First Communication Date
1/19/2024
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/30/2024
First Communication Date
1/19/2024
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB-4901: Journalism Fellowship Program
LRB-4901: Journalism Fellowship Program
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/30/2024
First Communication Date
1/19/2024
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/30/2024
First Communication Date
1/19/2024
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
legislative committee public hearings
legislative committee public hearings
Notification Date
8/31/2023
First Communication Date
8/29/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
8/31/2023
First Communication Date
8/29/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
ballot initiative and referendum
ballot initiative and referendum
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
8/31/2023
First Communication Date
8/29/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
8/31/2023
First Communication Date
8/29/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
special motions to strike strategic lawsuits against public participation/SLAPP
special motions to strike strategic lawsuits against public participation/SLAPP
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
8/23/2023
First Communication Date
8/22/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
8/23/2023
First Communication Date
8/22/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
disclosures regarding content generated by artificial intelligence in political advertisements
disclosures regarding content generated by artificial intelligence in political advertisements
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
8/22/2023
First Communication Date
8/22/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
8/22/2023
First Communication Date
8/22/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
permits authorizing the employment of minors
permits authorizing the employment of minors
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
8/22/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
8/22/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
Eliminating the record retention exemption for the WI Legislature
Eliminating the record retention exemption for the WI Legislature
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
3/13/2023
First Communication Date
3/13/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Comments
LRB-2376
@item.ExternalURL
Legislative matter
Notification Date
3/13/2023
First Communication Date
3/13/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Comments
LRB-2376
@item.ExternalURL
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Proclaiming March 31st, 2023 as Cesar Chavez Day in the State of Wisconsin
Proclaiming March 31st, 2023 as Cesar Chavez Day in the State of Wisconsin
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
3/10/2023
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
3/10/2023
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
prohibiting foreign-influence in elections
prohibiting foreign-influence in elections
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
3/10/2023
First Communication Date
3/3/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
3/10/2023
First Communication Date
3/3/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Expungement Reform: Providing Pathways to Employment
Expungement Reform: Providing Pathways to Employment
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/31/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
1/31/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
Citizens United Joint Resolution/Campaign Integrity Package
Citizens United Joint Resolution/Campaign Integrity Package
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/31/2023
First Communication Date
1/9/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/31/2023
First Communication Date
1/9/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Economic Justice Bill of Rights (LRB1728)
Economic Justice Bill of Rights (LRB1728)
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/18/2023
First Communication Date
3/9/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/18/2023
First Communication Date
3/9/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Total Lobbying Effort
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Lobbying Expenditures | 2023 January - June $1,671.58 |
2023 July - December $1,021.39 |
2024 January - June $708.17 |
2024 July - December $1,987.00 |
Total $5,388.14 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2023 January - June 19.25 |
2023 July - December 14.75 |
2024 January - June 4.50 |
2024 July - December 0.00 |
Total 38.50 |
| Total Hours Other | 2023 January - June 26.00 |
2023 July - December 11.00 |
2024 January - June 9.00 |
2024 July - December 36.00 |
Total 82.00 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Relating to: requiring identification of a military voter for voting absentee.
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June 10% |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total 4% |
Relating to: participation in a riot and providing a penalty.
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June 15% |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total 6% |
Relating to: county and municipal aid; imposing a city sales tax and an additional county sales tax to pay the unfunded actuarial accrued liability of city and county retirement systems; requiring newly hired city and county employees of certain city agencies and counties to be enrolled in the Wisconsin Retirement System; fire and police commissions of first class cities; eliminating the personal property tax; reporting certain crimes and other incidents that occur on school property or school transportation; advisory referenda; local health officers; local public protection services; exceptions to local levy limits; local regulation of certain quarry operations; emergency services; local approval of projects and activities under the Warren Knowles-Gaylord Nelson Stewardship 2000 Program; requiring a referendum; and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June 40% |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total 15% |
Relating to: disclosures regarding content generated by artificial intelligence in political advertisements, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty. (FE)
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December 10% |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total 2% |
Relating to: legislative redistricting. (FE)
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December 52% |
2024 January - June 75% |
2024 July - December |
Total 19% |
Relating to: eligibility to vote in Wisconsin (second consideration).
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December 25% |
Total 7% |
Relating to: the appropriation authority of the legislature and the allocation of moneys Wisconsin receives from the federal government (second consideration).
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December 75% |
Total 23% |
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
No topics found.
Minor Efforts
(Time spent on matters each of which accounted for less than 10% of the organization's lobbying.)
Other Matters
No other matters found.