Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association

Registered Principal Details

Business Or Interest:
Dairy product manufacturing industry.

Lobbying Interests:
WCMA is primarily interested in state laws directly affecting the food and dairy industry. Secondary concerns include small business and human resources issues. Regulations administered by the state departments of Agriculture and Natural Resources are of vital interest to this association.

CEO Name:
John Umhoefer
Executive Director

Contact
JU
John Umhoefer
8030 Excelsior Dr, Ste 305
Madison, WI 53717-1950
(608) 828-4550
(608) 828-4551
office@wischeesemakersassn.org
www.wischeesemakersassn.org

Authorized Lobbyists

Lobbyist Name Exclusive Duties Authorized On Withdrawn On
John Umhoefer Exclusive Duties N/A Authorized On 1/4/2007 Withdrawn On N/A
Shawn Pfaff Exclusive Duties N/A Authorized On 1/11/2008 Withdrawn On N/A
William J McCoshen Exclusive Duties N/A Authorized On 1/11/2008 Withdrawn On N/A

Lobbying Interests

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

Assembly Bill 293
Assembly Bill 293
relating to: exempting an assessor and an assessor's staff from liability for trespassing and creating immunity from civil liability.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
1/29/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 381
Assembly Bill 381
relating to: an income and franchise tax credit for sales and use taxes paid on the purchase of electricity used in agricultural biotechnology.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
1/29/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 504
Assembly Bill 504
relating to: the appointment of the secretary of natural resources.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
1/29/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 513
Assembly Bill 513
relating to: requiring that a high school course in agriculture be counted as a science credit.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
1/29/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 557
Assembly Bill 557
relating to: increasing the amount of the early stage seed and angel investment credits.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
1/29/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 560
Assembly Bill 560
relating to: regulating the purchase and sale of scrap metal and other metal items, the determination of property value of scrap metal for a theft conviction, creating a civil cause of action regarding scrap metal, and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
1/29/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 657
Assembly Bill 657
relating to: eliminating the World Dairy Center Authority.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
1/29/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 689
Assembly Bill 689
relating to: seasonal weight limitations for certain vehicles transporting agricultural crops.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
1/29/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 701
Assembly Bill 701
relating to: a report on food safety programs.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
1/29/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 703
Assembly Bill 703
relating to: membership of the Natural Resources Board.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
1/29/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 732
Assembly Bill 732
relating to: a meat processing facility investment income and franchise tax credit, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
3/13/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 763
Assembly Bill 763
relating to: allowing dairy cooperatives to claim the dairy manufacturing facility investment credit and making an appropriation.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/5/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 425
Senate Bill 425
relating to: a meat processing facility investment income and franchise tax credit, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
3/13/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
Senate Bill 459
relating to: allowing dairy cooperatives to claim the dairy manufacturing facility investment credit and making an appropriation.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
3/13/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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

Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Trade and Consumer Protection
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Trade and Consumer Protection

Notification Date
2/6/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
Food Safety budget, trade practices budget

Commerce: Departmentwide and Economic Development
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Commerce: Departmentwide and Economic Development

Notification Date
2/6/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
Dairy 2020 Prgram budget

Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings

ATCP 60, 69, 70, 71, 75, 77, 80, 81, 82 and 85, relating to food and diary license fees.
Agency Name
Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
Subject
ATCP 60, 69, 70, 71, 75, 77, 80, 81, 82 and 85, relating to food and diary license fees.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 600 (3/7/2007)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 07-037
Other
Notification Date
2/6/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

ATCP 99, 100 and 101, Agriculture producer security (License Fees and Technical Changes).
Agency Name
Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (ATCP)
Subject
ATCP 99, 100 and 101, Agriculture producer security (License Fees and Technical Changes).
Scope Statement
Register Number: 611 (12/1/2006)
Other
Notification Date
2/6/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Comments
Oppose license feeincreases for dairy

Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number

Discussion with administration on 2009-2011 state budget dairy provisions
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Discussion with administration on 2009-2011 state budget dairy provisions

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
10/7/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

An investment tax credit for cooperative dairy manufacturers.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
An investment tax credit for cooperative dairy manufacturers.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/29/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Industrial Revenue Bond authority for construction of whey processing facilities.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Industrial Revenue Bond authority for construction of whey processing facilities.

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
1/29/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Renewable energy grants for dairy manufacturers.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Renewable energy grants for dairy manufacturers.

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
1/29/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

WDATCP is taking input on new legislation to improve Stats 126 Agricultural Producer Security
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
WDATCP is taking input on new legislation to improve Stats 126 Agricultural Producer Security

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
2/6/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Department of Natural Resources Staff is meeting with industry regarding research into the possible opening of NR 214
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Department of Natural Resources Staff is meeting with industry regarding research into the possible opening of NR 214

Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)

Notification Date
1/4/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Proposed state regulation of agriculture siting and permiting.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Proposed state regulation of agriculture siting and permiting.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

The regulation of dairy whey by WDATCP.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
The regulation of dairy whey by WDATCP.

Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)

Notification Date
1/4/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

The regulation of wastewater permits by DNR.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
The regulation of wastewater permits by DNR.

Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)

Notification Date
1/4/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

WDATCP legislation to alter Wisconsin Ag Producer Security Act
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
WDATCP legislation to alter Wisconsin Ag Producer Security Act

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/4/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

WDATCP proposal to increase food and dairy license fees
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
WDATCP proposal to increase food and dairy license fees

Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)

Notification Date
1/4/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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

  2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
Total Lobbying Expenditures 2007
January - June
$8,175.38
2007
July - December
$8,982.35
2008
January - June
$13,698.90
2008
July - December
$6,658.43
Total $37,515.06
Total Hours Communicating 2007
January - June
13.25
2007
July - December
15.25
2008
January - June
17.75
2008
July - December
14.00
Total 60.25
Total Hours Other 2007
January - June
83.50
2007
July - December
86.00
2008
January - June
99.75
2008
July - December
60.50
Total 329.75

Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

relating to: allowing dairy cooperatives to claim the dairy manufacturing facility investment credit and making an appropriation.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
5%
2008
July - December
Total 2%
relating to: allowing dairy cooperatives to claim the dairy manufacturing facility investment credit and making an appropriation.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
20%
2008
July - December
Total 6%

Budget Bill Subjects

2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
20%
2007
July - December
25%
2008
January - June
5%
2008
July - December
Total 13%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
5%
2008
July - December
Total 2%

Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings

2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
20%
2007
July - December
10%
2008
January - June
10%
2008
July - December
Total 11%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
20%
2007
July - December
5%
2008
January - June
20%
2008
July - December
30%
Total 18%

Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number

2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
30%
2007
July - December
50%
2008
January - June
20%
2008
July - December
Total 26%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2%
2008
July - December
Total < 1%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
3%
2008
July - December
5%
Total 2%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
5%
Total < 1%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
5%
Total < 1%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
10%
Total 2%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
40%
Total 8%

Minor Efforts

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

Minor Efforts
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
5%
2007
July - December
5%
2008
January - June
5%
2008
July - December
Total 4%

Other Matters

Includes time spent on:

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

Other Matters
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
5%
2007
July - December
5%
2008
January - June
5%
2008
July - December
5%
Total 5%

Filed Statements of Lobbying Activity and Expenditures