Wisconsin Farmers Union
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
Family farmers in Wisconsin comprise membership in our general farm organization. Education is the business of WFU.
Lobbying Interests:
All matters affecting agriculture, including farming, land use planning, property taxes, the environment, water quality and health insurance. Also, we expect to focus on transportation, the UW system and campaign finance reform.
CEO Name:
Susan Beitlich
Assistant Secretary
Family farmers in Wisconsin comprise membership in our general farm organization. Education is the business of WFU.
Lobbying Interests:
All matters affecting agriculture, including farming, land use planning, property taxes, the environment, water quality and health insurance. Also, we expect to focus on transportation, the UW system and campaign finance reform.
CEO Name:
Susan Beitlich
Assistant Secretary
Contact
AJ
Adrenne Joseph
117 W Spring St
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
(715) 723-5561
(715) 723-7011
wisconsinfarmersunion.com
117 W Spring St
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
(715) 723-5561
(715) 723-7011
wisconsinfarmersunion.com
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
|---|---|---|---|
| Susan Beitlich | Exclusive Duties N/A | Authorized On 1/1/2007 | Withdrawn On N/A |
| Anthony Nino Amato | Exclusive Duties N/A | Authorized On 2/7/2007 | Withdrawn On 7/1/2008 |
Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 61
relating to: acceptance of certain political contributions by certain elective state officials and committees.
Bill Text and History
10/23/2007
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
Wisconsin Farmers Union supports AB 61 which would banned political fund raising for state elected officials while preparing and deliberating on the state budget.
relating to: acceptance of certain political contributions by certain elective state officials and committees.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/23/2007
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
Wisconsin Farmers Union supports AB 61 which would banned political fund raising for state elected officials while preparing and deliberating on the state budget.
Assembly Bill 73
relating to: restrictions on employment of former commissioners and certain staff of the Public Service Commission and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
3/22/2007
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
Wisconsin Farmers Union supports the passage of AB 73 which would set new ethical standards for PSCW Commissioners and specific staff; from accepting jobs from Utilities during a one year period after leaving the PSCW.
relating to: restrictions on employment of former commissioners and certain staff of the Public Service Commission and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/22/2007
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
Wisconsin Farmers Union supports the passage of AB 73 which would set new ethical standards for PSCW Commissioners and specific staff; from accepting jobs from Utilities during a one year period after leaving the PSCW.
Assembly Bill 94
relating to: establishing a publicly financed health care system for residents of this state, creating the Department of Health Planning and Finance, Health Policy Board, and regional consumer health councils, granting rule-making authority, and making app...
Bill Text and History
3/22/2007
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
The Wisconsin Farmers Union supports the passage of the Wiscosin Health Security Act.
relating to: establishing a publicly financed health care system for residents of this state, creating the Department of Health Planning and Finance, Health Policy Board, and regional consumer health councils, granting rule-making authority, and making app...
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/22/2007
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
The Wisconsin Farmers Union supports the passage of the Wiscosin Health Security Act.
Assembly Bill 125
relating to: the purchase of health care coverage through the Group Insurance Board by individuals who are engaged in the business of farming, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation.
Bill Text and History
3/22/2007
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
The Wisconsin Farmers Union supports AB 125; relating to the purchase of health care coverage through the Group Insurance Board by individuals who are engaged in the business of farming.
relating to: the purchase of health care coverage through the Group Insurance Board by individuals who are engaged in the business of farming, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/22/2007
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
The Wisconsin Farmers Union supports AB 125; relating to the purchase of health care coverage through the Group Insurance Board by individuals who are engaged in the business of farming.
Assembly Bill 149
relating to: eliminating the estate tax.
Bill Text and History
3/22/2007
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
The Wisconsin Farmers Union opposes AB 149 which would eliminate the state estate tax beginning with deaths occurring on January 1, 2007.
relating to: eliminating the estate tax.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date3/22/2007
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
The Wisconsin Farmers Union opposes AB 149 which would eliminate the state estate tax beginning with deaths occurring on January 1, 2007.
Assembly Bill 157
relating to: management of greenhouse gases, granting rule-making authority, and providing penalties.
Bill Text and History
3/22/2007
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
Wisconsin Farmers Union supports the passage of the Rep. Black's Greenhouse Emissions Bill relating to: the management of greenhouse gases, granting rule-making authority, and providing penalities.
relating to: management of greenhouse gases, granting rule-making authority, and providing penalties.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/22/2007
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
Wisconsin Farmers Union supports the passage of the Rep. Black's Greenhouse Emissions Bill relating to: the management of greenhouse gases, granting rule-making authority, and providing penalities.
Assembly Bill 164
relating to: vehicle weight limitations.
Bill Text and History
3/22/2007
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
The Wisconsin Farmers Union supports AB 164; relating to vehicle weight limitations.
relating to: vehicle weight limitations.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/22/2007
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
The Wisconsin Farmers Union supports AB 164; relating to vehicle weight limitations.
Assembly Bill 171
relating to: an individual income tax credit for the sales and use tax paid to purchase corn used for fuel for residential use.
Bill Text and History
3/22/2007
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
The Wisconsin Farmers Union supports AB 171; relating to an individual income tax credit for the sales and use tax paid to purchase corn used for fuel for residential use.
relating to: an individual income tax credit for the sales and use tax paid to purchase corn used for fuel for residential use.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/22/2007
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
The Wisconsin Farmers Union supports AB 171; relating to an individual income tax credit for the sales and use tax paid to purchase corn used for fuel for residential use.
Assembly Bill 207
relating to: regulation of cable television and video service providers.
Bill Text and History
2007 Wisconsin Act 42
10/30/2007
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
The Wisconsin Farmers Union is opposed to AB 207 based upon local municipalities' right to govern and citizens' right to know.
relating to: regulation of cable television and video service providers.
Bill Text and History
2007 Wisconsin Act 42
Against
Notification Date10/30/2007
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
The Wisconsin Farmers Union is opposed to AB 207 based upon local municipalities' right to govern and citizens' right to know.
Assembly Bill 306
relating to: an assessment on growers that sell corn.
Bill Text and History
5/9/2007
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.
relating to: an assessment on growers that sell corn.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date5/9/2007
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.
Assembly Bill 504
relating to: the appointment of the secretary of natural resources.
Bill Text and History
10/23/2007
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
Wisconsin Farmers Union supports AB 504 which removes the post of DNR secretary from the governor's cabinet and makes it a position appointed by the Natural Resources Board.
relating to: the appointment of the secretary of natural resources.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/23/2007
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
Wisconsin Farmers Union supports AB 504 which removes the post of DNR secretary from the governor's cabinet and makes it a position appointed by the Natural Resources Board.
Assembly Bill 607
relating to: wind turbines located on land designated as managed forest land and granting rule-making authority.
Bill Text and History
2/25/2008
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.
Comments
WFU is reviewing AB 607
relating to: wind turbines located on land designated as managed forest land and granting rule-making authority.
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date2/25/2008
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.
Comments
WFU is reviewing AB 607
Assembly Bill 657
relating to: eliminating the World Dairy Center Authority.
Bill Text and History
1/8/2008
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.
Comments
WFU supports AB 657 that eliminates the World Dairy Center Authority.
relating to: eliminating the World Dairy Center Authority.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date1/8/2008
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.
Comments
WFU supports AB 657 that eliminates the World Dairy Center Authority.
Assembly Bill 701
relating to: a report on food safety programs.
Bill Text and History
2/26/2008
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.
relating to: a report on food safety programs.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/26/2008
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
relating to: a meat processing facility investment income and franchise tax credit, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation.
Bill Text and History
2/26/2008
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.
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 Date2/26/2008
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 796
relating to: the requirement to build and maintain partition fences.
Bill Text and History
2/26/2008
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.
relating to: the requirement to build and maintain partition fences.
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date2/26/2008
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 804
relating to: the authority of the Department of Justice and public nuisance actions.
Bill Text and History
2/26/2008
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.
relating to: the authority of the Department of Justice and public nuisance actions.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date2/26/2008
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 Joint Resolution 28
relating to: the commemoration of The Country Today's 30 years of commitment to covering news stories concerning rural life and agriculture in Wisconsin.
Bill Text and History
3/22/2007
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.
relating to: the commemoration of The Country Today's 30 years of commitment to covering news stories concerning rural life and agriculture in Wisconsin.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/22/2007
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.
Senate Bill 22
relating to: restrictions on employment of former commissioners and certain staff of the Public Service Commission and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
3/22/2007
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
Wisconsin Farmers Union supports the passage of SB 73 which would set new ethical standards for PSCW Commissioners and specific staff; from accepting jobs from Utilities during a one year period after leaving the PSCW.
relating to: restrictions on employment of former commissioners and certain staff of the Public Service Commission and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/22/2007
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
Wisconsin Farmers Union supports the passage of SB 73 which would set new ethical standards for PSCW Commissioners and specific staff; from accepting jobs from Utilities during a one year period after leaving the PSCW.
Senate Bill 51
relating to: establishing a publicly financed health care system for residents of this state, creating the Department of Health Planning and Finance, Health Policy Board, and regional consumer health councils, granting rule-making authority, and making app...
Bill Text and History
3/22/2007
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
Wisconsin Farmers Union supports the passage of the Wisconsin Health Security Act, sponsored by Senator Mark Millier and Rep. Chuck Benedict.
relating to: establishing a publicly financed health care system for residents of this state, creating the Department of Health Planning and Finance, Health Policy Board, and regional consumer health councils, granting rule-making authority, and making app...
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/22/2007
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
Wisconsin Farmers Union supports the passage of the Wisconsin Health Security Act, sponsored by Senator Mark Millier and Rep. Chuck Benedict.
Senate Bill 81
relating to: management of greenhouse gases, granting rule-making authority, and providing penalties.
Bill Text and History
3/22/2007
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
Wisconsin Farmers Union supports the passage of the Greenhouse Emissions Bill relating to: managment of greenhouse gases, granting rule-making authority, and providing penalties.
3/22/2007
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
Wisconsin Farmers Union supports SB 81 and WFU Board Member Patty Edelburg will be submitting testimony on behalf of WFU at the Sept. 25, 2007 Senate Environment & Natural Resouces Committee Hearing.
relating to: management of greenhouse gases, granting rule-making authority, and providing penalties.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/22/2007
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
Wisconsin Farmers Union supports the passage of the Greenhouse Emissions Bill relating to: managment of greenhouse gases, granting rule-making authority, and providing penalties.
For
Notification Date3/22/2007
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
Wisconsin Farmers Union supports SB 81 and WFU Board Member Patty Edelburg will be submitting testimony on behalf of WFU at the Sept. 25, 2007 Senate Environment & Natural Resouces Committee Hearing.
Senate Bill 89
relating to: marketing agricultural products, a grant program to promote purchase of food produced locally, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-making authority, and making appropriations.
Bill Text and History
3/22/2007
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
Wisconsin Farmers Union supports the passage of the Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin Bill sponsored by Senator Kathleen Vinehout.
relating to: marketing agricultural products, a grant program to promote purchase of food produced locally, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-making authority, and making appropriations.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/22/2007
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
Wisconsin Farmers Union supports the passage of the Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin Bill sponsored by Senator Kathleen Vinehout.
Senate Bill 107
relating to: regulation of cable television and video service providers.
Bill Text and History
10/30/2007
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
The Wisconsin Farmers Union is opposed to SB 107 based upon local municipalities' right to govern and citizens' right to know.
relating to: regulation of cable television and video service providers.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date10/30/2007
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
The Wisconsin Farmers Union is opposed to SB 107 based upon local municipalities' right to govern and citizens' right to know.
Senate Bill 162
relating to: extending domestic abuse restraining orders and injunctions to include abuse to animals and threats of abuse to animals.
Bill Text and History
2/6/2008
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.
Comments
Wisconsin Farmers Union needs greater understanding of the exception section for agricultural or veterinary purposes.
relating to: extending domestic abuse restraining orders and injunctions to include abuse to animals and threats of abuse to animals.
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date2/6/2008
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.
Comments
Wisconsin Farmers Union needs greater understanding of the exception section for agricultural or veterinary purposes.
Senate Bill 284
relating to: open burning of solid waste, illegal storage or disposal of waste tires, and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
2/21/2008
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.
relating to: open burning of solid waste, illegal storage or disposal of waste tires, and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date2/21/2008
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 380
relating to: the sale of renewable motor vehicle fuels, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
1/24/2008
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.
Comments
WFU supports Senator Kreitlow's Renewable Fuel Standard Legislation AB 380.
1/24/2008
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.
Comments
WFU supports Sen. Kreitlow's amendments to SB 380 that were adopted/passed during the committee executive session on January 29, 2008.
relating to: the sale of renewable motor vehicle fuels, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date1/24/2008
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.
Comments
WFU supports Senator Kreitlow's Renewable Fuel Standard Legislation AB 380.
For
Notification Date1/24/2008
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.
Comments
WFU supports Sen. Kreitlow's amendments to SB 380 that were adopted/passed during the committee executive session on January 29, 2008.
Senate Bill 459
relating to: allowing dairy cooperatives to claim the dairy manufacturing facility investment credit and making an appropriation.
Bill Text and History
2/26/2008
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.
relating to: allowing dairy cooperatives to claim the dairy manufacturing facility investment credit and making an appropriation.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/26/2008
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 473
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
2007 Wisconsin Act 64
2/18/2008
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.
Comments
WFU supports SB 473
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
2007 Wisconsin Act 64
For
Notification Date2/18/2008
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.
Comments
WFU supports SB 473
Senate Bill 500
relating to: creating an agricultural education and workforce development council and making an appropriation.
Bill Text and History
2/26/2008
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.
relating to: creating an agricultural education and workforce development council and making an appropriation.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/26/2008
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 523
relating to: the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Basin Water Resources Compact, withdrawals of water from the Great Lakes Basin, water withdrawal and use, water supply planning, water conservation, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
2/25/2008
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.
Comments
WFU is reviewing the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Basin Water Resources Compact
2/25/2008
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.
Comments
WFU supports the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Basin Water Resources Compact
relating to: the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Basin Water Resources Compact, withdrawals of water from the Great Lakes Basin, water withdrawal and use, water supply planning, water conservation, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date2/25/2008
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.
Comments
WFU is reviewing the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Basin Water Resources Compact
For
Notification Date2/25/2008
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.
Comments
WFU supports the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Basin Water Resources Compact
Senate Bill 544
relating to: requiring that local regulation of a wind energy system be consistent with Public Service Commission rules and granting rule-making authority.
Bill Text and History
3/11/2008
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.
relating to: requiring that local regulation of a wind energy system be consistent with Public Service Commission rules and granting rule-making authority.
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date3/11/2008
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 562
relating to: the establishment of the Healthy Wisconsin Plan and the Healthy Wisconsin Authority, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation.
Bill Text and History
3/10/2008
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.
Comments
WFU supports the over all goal of SB 562 but will need to review any amendments before taking a final position.
relating to: the establishment of the Healthy Wisconsin Plan and the Healthy Wisconsin Authority, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation.
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date3/10/2008
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.
Comments
WFU supports the over all goal of SB 562 but will need to review any amendments before taking a final position.
Senate Resolution 8
relating to: memorializing Congress to create a system that ensures that trade agreements are developed and implemented using a democratic, inclusive mechanism that enshrines the principles of federalism and state sovereignty.
Bill Text and History
6/27/2007
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
The Wisconsin Farmers Union supports Senate Resolution 8 calling on Congress to replace the outdated Fast Track Trade Authority system with more democratic principles of federalism and state sovereignty.
relating to: memorializing Congress to create a system that ensures that trade agreements are developed and implemented using a democratic, inclusive mechanism that enshrines the principles of federalism and state sovereignty.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/27/2007
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
The Wisconsin Farmers Union supports Senate Resolution 8 calling on Congress to replace the outdated Fast Track Trade Authority system with more democratic principles of federalism and state sovereignty.
Budget Bill Subjects
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Departmentwide and Resource Management
Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Departmentwide and Resource Management
Notification Date
3/22/2007
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
WFU supported the grazing Lands initiative that provides $400,000 SEG annually from the ACM fund and reduced fees and surcharges deposited to the ACCP fund in the Compromise Budget.
3/22/2007
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
WFU supported the grazing Lands initiative that provides $400,000 SEG annually from the ACM fund and reduced fees and surcharges deposited to the ACCP fund in the Compromise Budget.
Notification Date
3/22/2007
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
WFU supported the Dairy and Cheese Plant Modernization Tax Credits; the Bio-fuel production tax credit; Buy Local/Buy Wisconsin; Renewable Energy Grants; and Ethanol Bio-diesel Fuel Pumps in the Compromise Budget.
3/22/2007
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
WFU supported the Dairy and Cheese Plant Modernization Tax Credits; the Bio-fuel production tax credit; Buy Local/Buy Wisconsin; Renewable Energy Grants; and Ethanol Bio-diesel Fuel Pumps in the Compromise Budget.
Notification Date
3/22/2007
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
WFU supports the Ag Coalition Biodiesel Budget Initiative which needs to include all size of producers
3/22/2007
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
WFU supports the Ag Coalition Biodiesel Budget Initiative which needs to include all size of producers
Notification Date
3/22/2007
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
WFU is opposed to the Legislature and the Governor using farmer generated ACCP funds to balance the States budget deficits.
3/22/2007
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
WFU is opposed to the Legislature and the Governor using farmer generated ACCP funds to balance the States budget deficits.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Trade and Consumer Protection
Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Trade and Consumer Protection
Notification Date
4/16/2007
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
WFU has concerns over the New Managed Forest Law that was inserted into the state budget with no hearing or public input.
4/16/2007
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
WFU has concerns over the New Managed Forest Law that was inserted into the state budget with no hearing or public input.
Notification Date
4/16/2007
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
WFU supports JFC Budger Papers 140 and 141 Memos
4/16/2007
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
WFU supports JFC Budger Papers 140 and 141 Memos
Notification Date
4/16/2007
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
WFU propose the appropriation of $200,000 annually to DATCP to deliver technical business assistance that will result in the cooperative community ownwership of renewable energy production in Wisconsin
4/16/2007
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
WFU propose the appropriation of $200,000 annually to DATCP to deliver technical business assistance that will result in the cooperative community ownwership of renewable energy production in Wisconsin
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
General Provisions
General Provisions
Notification Date
5/10/2007
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
WFU supports funding dedicated to county cost-share grants to landowners for nutrient management planning.
5/10/2007
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
WFU supports funding dedicated to county cost-share grants to landowners for nutrient management planning.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Governor
Governor
Notification Date
3/22/2007
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
WFU currently supports the Wisconsin Health Security Act. If WHSA does not become law, WFU would consider all current proposed health care plans, including BadgerCare Plus.
3/22/2007
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
WFU currently supports the Wisconsin Health Security Act. If WHSA does not become law, WFU would consider all current proposed health care plans, including BadgerCare Plus.
Notification Date
3/22/2007
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
WFU is opposed to the Legislature and the Governor using farmer generated ACCP funds to balance the States budget deficits.
3/22/2007
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
WFU is opposed to the Legislature and the Governor using farmer generated ACCP funds to balance the States budget deficits.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Legislature
Legislature
Notification Date
3/22/2007
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
WFU is opposed to the Legislature and the Governor using farmer generated ACCP funds to balance the States budget deficits.
3/22/2007
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
WFU is opposed to the Legislature and the Governor using farmer generated ACCP funds to balance the States budget deficits.
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
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
1/8/2008
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.
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 Date1/8/2008
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.
Agency Name
Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
Subject
nutrient management on farms
Scope Statement
Register Number: 581 (5/15/2004)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 05-013
1/1/2007
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.
Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
Subject
nutrient management on farms
Scope Statement
Register Number: 581 (5/15/2004)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 05-013
Other
Notification Date1/1/2007
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.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
LRB-3207/1 Great Lakes - St. Lawrence River Basin Water Resources Compact. WFU is reviewing the LRB Draft Bill.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB-3207/1 Great Lakes - St. Lawrence River Basin Water Resources Compact. WFU is reviewing the LRB Draft Bill.
LRB-3207/1 Great Lakes - St. Lawrence River Basin Water Resources Compact. WFU is reviewing the LRB Draft Bill.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
2/21/2008
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.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
2/21/2008
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
WFU supports LRB 3903 that would promote the dairy industry in Wisconsin.
WFU supports LRB 3903 that would promote the dairy industry in Wisconsin.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
2/21/2008
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.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
2/21/2008
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.
WFU supports LB 1619, the Renewable Fuel Standard Bill as a necessary step forward for the State of Wisconsin.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
WFU supports LB 1619, the Renewable Fuel Standard Bill as a necessary step forward for the State of Wisconsin.
WFU supports LB 1619, the Renewable Fuel Standard Bill as a necessary step forward for the State of Wisconsin.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/14/2008
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.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/14/2008
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.
WFU is opposed to any Wisconsin Seed Law rule changes that would take away the local control of towns, cities, villages and counties.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
WFU is opposed to any Wisconsin Seed Law rule changes that would take away the local control of towns, cities, villages and counties.
WFU is opposed to any Wisconsin Seed Law rule changes that would take away the local control of towns, cities, villages and counties.
Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
10/26/2007
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.
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
10/26/2007
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.
WFU supports a low carbon bioenergy standard for the proposed renewable motor vehicle fuels bill being drafted by Sen. Kreitlow.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
WFU supports a low carbon bioenergy standard for the proposed renewable motor vehicle fuels bill being drafted by Sen. Kreitlow.
WFU supports a low carbon bioenergy standard for the proposed renewable motor vehicle fuels bill being drafted by Sen. Kreitlow.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
10/26/2007
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.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
10/26/2007
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.
WFU supports the Healthy Wisconsin Plan which was created to achieve comprehensive reform that guarantees coverage to every Wisconsin resident, and returns control of health care decisions to patients and their doctors.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
WFU supports the Healthy Wisconsin Plan which was created to achieve comprehensive reform that guarantees coverage to every Wisconsin resident, and returns control of health care decisions to patients and their doctors.
WFU supports the Healthy Wisconsin Plan which was created to achieve comprehensive reform that guarantees coverage to every Wisconsin resident, and returns control of health care decisions to patients and their doctors.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
6/25/2007
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.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
6/25/2007
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.
WFU supports the DHFS groundwaterstandard for Alachor ESA as proposed. The standard was developmed as required in the Wsconsin Groundwater Protection law and WFU would be opposed to any changes that would weakend that law.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
WFU supports the DHFS groundwaterstandard for Alachor ESA as proposed. The standard was developmed as required in the Wsconsin Groundwater Protection law and WFU would be opposed to any changes that would weakend that law.
WFU supports the DHFS groundwaterstandard for Alachor ESA as proposed. The standard was developmed as required in the Wsconsin Groundwater Protection law and WFU would be opposed to any changes that would weakend that law.
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule
Notification Date
5/19/2007
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.
Both Legislative Matter and Rule
Notification Date
5/19/2007
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.
Wisconsin Farmers Union supports the DHFS ground water standard for Alachor ESA as proposed. The standard was developed as required in the Wisconsin Groundwater Protection law and WFU would be opposed to any changes that would weaken that law.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Wisconsin Farmers Union supports the DHFS ground water standard for Alachor ESA as proposed. The standard was developed as required in the Wisconsin Groundwater Protection law and WFU would be opposed to any changes that would weaken that law.
Wisconsin Farmers Union supports the DHFS ground water standard for Alachor ESA as proposed. The standard was developed as required in the Wisconsin Groundwater Protection law and WFU would be opposed to any changes that would weaken that law.
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule
Notification Date
5/19/2007
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.
Both Legislative Matter and Rule
Notification Date
5/19/2007
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Wisconsin Health Project - comprehensive health care reform
Wisconsin Health Project - comprehensive health care reform
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/1/2007
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.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/1/2007
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 $17,296.20 |
2007 July - December $14,181.83 |
2008 January - June $7,481.90 |
2008 July - December $3,486.28 |
Total $42,446.21 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2007 January - June 136.50 |
2007 July - December 48.40 |
2008 January - June 24.50 |
2008 July - December 34.50 |
Total 243.90 |
| Total Hours Other | 2007 January - June 290.50 |
2007 July - December 116.25 |
2008 January - June 60.50 |
2008 July - December 14.50 |
Total 481.75 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
relating to: the commemoration of The Country Today's 30 years of commitment to covering news stories concerning rural life and agriculture in Wisconsin.
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June 1% |
2007 July - December 1% |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total < 1% |
relating to: vehicle weight limitations.
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June 3% |
2007 July - December 1% |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total 2% |
relating to: memorializing Congress to create a system that ensures that trade agreements are developed and implemented using a democratic, inclusive mechanism that enshrines the principles of federalism and state sovereignty.
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June 3% |
2007 July - December 2% |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total 2% |
relating to: an individual income tax credit for the sales and use tax paid to purchase corn used for fuel for residential use.
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June 4% |
2007 July - December 2% |
2008 January - June 1% |
2008 July - December |
Total 3% |
relating to: an assessment on growers that sell corn.
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June 4% |
2007 July - December 1% |
2008 January - June 1% |
2008 July - December |
Total 3% |
relating to: eliminating the estate tax.
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June 7% |
2007 July - December 1% |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total 4% |
relating to: establishing a publicly financed health care system for residents of this state, creating the Department of Health Planning and Finance, Health Policy Board, and regional consumer health councils, granting rule-making authority, and making appropriations.
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June 8% |
2007 July - December 2% |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total 5% |
relating to: restrictions on employment of former commissioners and certain staff of the Public Service Commission and providing a penalty.
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June 10% |
2007 July - December 1% |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total 6% |
relating to: restrictions on employment of former commissioners and certain staff of the Public Service Commission and providing a penalty.
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June 10% |
2007 July - December 2% |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total 6% |
relating to: establishing a publicly financed health care system for residents of this state, creating the Department of Health Planning and Finance, Health Policy Board, and regional consumer health councils, granting rule-making authority, and making appropriations.
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June 10% |
2007 July - December 10% |
2008 January - June 1% |
2008 July - December |
Total 8% |
relating to: the purchase of health care coverage through the Group Insurance Board by individuals who are engaged in the business of farming, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation.
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June 10% |
2007 July - December 10% |
2008 January - June 5% |
2008 July - December |
Total 9% |
relating to: management of greenhouse gases, granting rule-making authority, and providing penalties.
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June 10% |
2007 July - December 10% |
2008 January - June 10% |
2008 July - December |
Total 9% |
relating to: management of greenhouse gases, granting rule-making authority, and providing penalties.
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June 10% |
2007 July - December 10% |
2008 January - June 5% |
2008 July - December |
Total 9% |
relating to: marketing agricultural products, a grant program to promote purchase of food produced locally, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-making authority, and making appropriations.
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June 10% |
2007 July - December 10% |
2008 January - June 3% |
2008 July - December |
Total 9% |
relating to: regulation of cable television and video service providers.
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December 1% |
2008 January - June 3% |
2008 July - December |
Total < 1% |
relating to: regulation of cable television and video service providers.
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December 1% |
2008 January - June 2% |
2008 July - December |
Total < 1% |
relating to: the appointment of the secretary of natural resources.
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December 1% |
2008 January - June 3% |
2008 July - December |
Total < 1% |
relating to: eliminating the World Dairy Center Authority.
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December 1% |
2008 January - June 1% |
2008 July - December |
Total < 1% |
relating to: acceptance of certain political contributions by certain elective state officials and committees.
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December 2% |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total < 1% |
relating to: extending domestic abuse restraining orders and injunctions to include abuse to animals and threats of abuse to animals.
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June 1% |
2008 July - December |
Total < 1% |
relating to: open burning of solid waste, illegal storage or disposal of waste tires, and providing a penalty.
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June 1% |
2008 July - December |
Total < 1% |
relating to: the sale of renewable motor vehicle fuels, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June 1% |
2008 July - December |
Total < 1% |
relating to: a report on food safety programs.
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June 1% |
2008 July - December |
Total < 1% |
relating to: a meat processing facility investment income and franchise tax credit, granting rule-making authority, 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 1% |
2008 July - December |
Total < 1% |
relating to: the authority of the Department of Justice and public nuisance actions.
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June 1% |
2008 July - December |
Total < 1% |
relating to: creating an agricultural education and workforce development council 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 1% |
2008 July - December |
Total < 1% |
relating to: requiring that local regulation of a wind energy system be consistent with Public Service Commission rules and granting rule-making authority.
| 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% |
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 3% |
2008 July - December |
Total < 1% |
relating to: the establishment of the Healthy Wisconsin Plan and the Healthy Wisconsin Authority, granting rule-making authority, 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 < 1% |
relating to: wind turbines located on land designated as managed forest land and granting rule-making authority.
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June 8% |
2008 July - December |
Total < 1% |
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.
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June 8% |
2008 July - December |
Total < 1% |
relating to: the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Basin Water Resources Compact, withdrawals of water from the Great Lakes Basin, water withdrawal and use, water supply planning, water conservation, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June 10% |
2008 July - December |
Total 1% |
Budget Bill Subjects
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December 1% |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total < 1% |
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December 1% |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total < 1% |
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December 1% |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total < 1% |
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December 1% |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total < 1% |
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December 1% |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December 1% |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total < 1% |
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December 1% |
2008 January - June 2% |
2008 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
WFU supports the DHFS groundwaterstandard for Alachor ESA as proposed. The standard was developmed as required in the Wsconsin Groundwater Protection law and WFU would be opposed to any changes that would weakend that law.
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December 1% |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Wisconsin Farmers Union supports the DHFS ground water standard for Alachor ESA as proposed. The standard was developed as required in the Wisconsin Groundwater Protection law and WFU would be opposed to any changes that would weaken that law.
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December 1% |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total < 1% |
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December 3% |
2008 January - June 3% |
2008 July - December |
Total 1% |
WFU is opposed to any Wisconsin Seed Law rule changes that would take away the local control of towns, cities, villages and counties.
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December 3% |
2008 January - June 1% |
2008 July - December |
Total < 1% |
WFU supports the Healthy Wisconsin Plan which was created to achieve comprehensive reform that guarantees coverage to every Wisconsin resident, and returns control of health care decisions to patients and their doctors.
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December 5% |
2008 January - June 2% |
2008 July - December |
Total 1% |
WFU supports a low carbon bioenergy standard for the proposed renewable motor vehicle fuels bill being drafted by Sen. Kreitlow.
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December 5% |
2008 January - June 3% |
2008 July - December |
Total 1% |
WFU supports LB 1619, the Renewable Fuel Standard Bill as a necessary step forward for the State of Wisconsin.
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December 5% |
2008 January - June 3% |
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 2% |
2008 July - December |
Total < 1% |
LRB-3207/1 Great Lakes - St. Lawrence River Basin Water Resources Compact. WFU is reviewing the LRB Draft Bill.
| 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 < 1% |
Minor Efforts
(Time spent on matters each of which accounted for less than 10% of the organization's lobbying.)
Other Matters
Includes time spent on:
- Gubernatorial nominations
- Matters on which the organization made no lobbying communication