American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin Inc
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
A 501(c)(4) membership group dedicated to defending civil liberties of all Wisconsin residents.
Lobbying Interests:
The ACLU of Wisconsin lobbies in the areas of constitutional rights including but not limited to freedom of expression, criminal justice and corrections, reproductive freedom, data privacy and equal protection.
CEO Name:
Christopher Ahmuty
Executive Director
A 501(c)(4) membership group dedicated to defending civil liberties of all Wisconsin residents.
Lobbying Interests:
The ACLU of Wisconsin lobbies in the areas of constitutional rights including but not limited to freedom of expression, criminal justice and corrections, reproductive freedom, data privacy and equal protection.
CEO Name:
Christopher Ahmuty
Executive Director
Contact
CA
Christopher Ahmuty
207 E Buffalo St Ste 325
Milwaukee, WI 53202-5774
(414) 272-4032
(414) 272-0182
Liberty@aclu-wi.org
www.aclu-wi.org
207 E Buffalo St Ste 325
Milwaukee, WI 53202-5774
(414) 272-4032
(414) 272-0182
Liberty@aclu-wi.org
www.aclu-wi.org
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
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Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 7
Relating to: requiring certain identification in order to vote at a polling place or obtain an absentee ballot, verification of the addresses of electors, absentee voting procedure in certain residential care apartment complexes and adult family homes, ide...
Bill Text and History
2011 Wisconsin Act 23
1/27/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 certain identification in order to vote at a polling place or obtain an absentee ballot, verification of the addresses of electors, absentee voting procedure in certain residential care apartment complexes and adult family homes, ide...
Bill Text and History
2011 Wisconsin Act 23
Against
Notification Date1/27/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 18
Relating to: collection and analysis of motor vehicle traffic stop information and law enforcement training standards.
Bill Text and History
2/23/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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: collection and analysis of motor vehicle traffic stop information and law enforcement training standards.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date2/23/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 26
Relating to: the use of race-based nicknames, logos, mascots, and team names by school boards.
Bill Text and History
3/2/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 use of race-based nicknames, logos, mascots, and team names by school boards.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date3/2/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 51
Relating to: creating a Charter School Authorizing Board, providing additional charter school authorizers, eliminating the limit on the number of pupils who may attend virtual charter schools, modifying teacher licensure requirements, eliminating the limit...
Bill Text and History
5/4/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 a Charter School Authorizing Board, providing additional charter school authorizers, eliminating the limit on the number of pupils who may attend virtual charter schools, modifying teacher licensure requirements, eliminating the limit...
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date5/4/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 92
Relating to: eliminating the enrollment cap for the Milwaukee Parental Choice Program and extending the program to permit private schools located in Milwaukee County to participate.
Bill Text and History
5/5/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
A waste of tax dollars we can't afford
Relating to: eliminating the enrollment cap for the Milwaukee Parental Choice Program and extending the program to permit private schools located in Milwaukee County to participate.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date5/5/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
A waste of tax dollars we can't afford
Assembly Bill 94
Relating to: the Milwaukee Parental Choice Program.
Bill Text and History
5/5/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
ends a sham, continues to conceal
Relating to: the Milwaukee Parental Choice Program.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date5/5/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
ends a sham, continues to conceal
Assembly Bill 110
Relating to: creating the Special Needs Scholarship Program for disabled pupils, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation.
Bill Text and History
2/29/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 the Special Needs Scholarship Program for disabled pupils, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date2/29/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 154
Relating to: prohibiting coverage of abortions through health plans sold through exchanges.
Bill Text and History
5/28/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Relating to: prohibiting coverage of abortions through health plans sold through exchanges.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date5/28/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 196
Relating to: prohibiting the promulgation of certain rules concerning campaign financing by the Government Accountability Board.
Bill Text and History
8/12/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Relating to: prohibiting the promulgation of certain rules concerning campaign financing by the Government Accountability Board.
Bill Text and History
None
Notification Date8/12/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 214
Relating to: sale and use of fetal body parts and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
8/12/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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: sale and use of fetal body parts and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date8/12/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 286
Relating to: permitting an employer to refuse to employ or to bar or terminate from employment an individual who has been convicted of a felony and who has not been pardoned for that felony and preempting cities, villages, towns, and counties from adopting...
Bill Text and History
10/12/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
current law works fine w/ substantially related test
Relating to: permitting an employer to refuse to employ or to bar or terminate from employment an individual who has been convicted of a felony and who has not been pardoned for that felony and preempting cities, villages, towns, and counties from adopting...
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date10/12/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
current law works fine w/ substantially related test
Assembly Bill 310
Relating to: various changes in the unemployment insurance law, providing a penalty, and making appropriations.
Bill Text and History
10/12/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
ACLU WI strongly support provision to repeal denial of unemployment insurance when employee/job candidate refuses or fails a test for illegal drugs. Compromises privacy No positions on rest of bill.
Relating to: various changes in the unemployment insurance law, providing a penalty, and making appropriations.
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date10/12/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
ACLU WI strongly support provision to repeal denial of unemployment insurance when employee/job candidate refuses or fails a test for illegal drugs. Compromises privacy No positions on rest of bill.
Assembly Bill 426
Relating to: regulation of ferrous metallic mining and related activities, making an appropriation, and providing penalties.
Bill Text and History
3/2/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
AB426, contrary to Wisconsin tradition of open government and violates principles of access to justice/courts by aggrieved/harms residents by denying public input and lawsuits.
Relating to: regulation of ferrous metallic mining and related activities, making an appropriation, and providing penalties.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date3/2/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
AB426, contrary to Wisconsin tradition of open government and violates principles of access to justice/courts by aggrieved/harms residents by denying public input and lawsuits.
Assembly Bill 567
Relating to: licensure of commercial bail bond agents and bail bond agencies and certification of commercial bail recovery agents, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
3/1/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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: licensure of commercial bail bond agents and bail bond agencies and certification of commercial bail recovery agents, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date3/1/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 584
Relating to: requiring a person arrested for or charged with certain offenses, or a juvenile taken into custody for certain offenses, to provide a biological specimen for deoxyribonucleic acid analysis; inclusion of the analysis results in the deoxyribonuc...
Bill Text and History
2/20/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 a person arrested for or charged with certain offenses, or a juvenile taken into custody for certain offenses, to provide a biological specimen for deoxyribonucleic acid analysis; inclusion of the analysis results in the deoxyribonuc...
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date2/20/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 6
Relating to: requiring certain identification in order to vote at a polling place or obtain an absentee ballot, verification of the addresses of electors, absentee voting procedure in certain residential care apartment complexes and adult family homes, ide...
Bill Text and History
1/19/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 certain identification in order to vote at a polling place or obtain an absentee ballot, verification of the addresses of electors, absentee voting procedure in certain residential care apartment complexes and adult family homes, ide...
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date1/19/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 15
Relating to: collection and analysis of motor vehicle traffic stop information and law enforcement training standards.
Bill Text and History
2011 Wisconsin Act 29
2/23/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
Traffic stop data collection is necessary to address biased policing. See release.
Supporting Documentation
20110222_174619_Legislators give up on addressing bias.doc
Relating to: collection and analysis of motor vehicle traffic stop information and law enforcement training standards.
Bill Text and History
2011 Wisconsin Act 29
Against
Notification Date2/23/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
Traffic stop data collection is necessary to address biased policing. See release.
Supporting Documentation
20110222_174619_Legislators give up on addressing bias.doc
Senate Bill 22
Relating to: creating a Charter School Authorizing Board, providing additional charter school authorizers, eliminating the limit on the number of pupils who may attend virtual charter schools, modifying teacher licensure requirements, eliminating the limit...
Bill Text and History
5/4/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 a Charter School Authorizing Board, providing additional charter school authorizers, eliminating the limit on the number of pupils who may attend virtual charter schools, modifying teacher licensure requirements, eliminating the limit...
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date5/4/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 92
Relating to: prohibiting coverage of abortions through health plans sold through exchanges.
Bill Text and History
2011 Wisconsin Act 218
5/28/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Relating to: prohibiting coverage of abortions through health plans sold through exchanges.
Bill Text and History
2011 Wisconsin Act 218
Against
Notification Date5/28/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 117
Relating to: venue for actions and appeals in which the sole defendant is the state, a state board or commission, or certain state officers, employees, or agents.
Bill Text and History
2011 Wisconsin Act 61
10/25/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
we don't oppose as it may to an unclear extent improve access to justice
Relating to: venue for actions and appeals in which the sole defendant is the state, a state board or commission, or certain state officers, employees, or agents.
Bill Text and History
2011 Wisconsin Act 61
Other
Notification Date10/25/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
we don't oppose as it may to an unclear extent improve access to justice
Senate Bill 207
Relating to: permitting an employer to refuse to employ or to bar or terminate from employment an individual who has been convicted of a felony and who has not been pardoned for that felony and preempting cities, villages, towns, and counties from adopting...
Bill Text and History
10/25/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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: permitting an employer to refuse to employ or to bar or terminate from employment an individual who has been convicted of a felony and who has not been pardoned for that felony and preempting cities, villages, towns, and counties from adopting...
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date10/25/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 214
Relating to: requiring a person arrested for or charged with certain offenses, or a juvenile taken into custody for certain offenses, to provide a biological specimen for deoxyribonucleic acid analysis; inclusion of the analysis results in the deoxyribonuc...
Bill Text and History
1/12/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 a person arrested for or charged with certain offenses, or a juvenile taken into custody for certain offenses, to provide a biological specimen for deoxyribonucleic acid analysis; inclusion of the analysis results in the deoxyribonuc...
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date1/12/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 219
Relating to: various changes in the unemployment insurance law, providing a penalty, and making appropriations.
Bill Text and History
2011 Wisconsin Act 198
10/25/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
ACLU WI strongly support provision to repeal denial of unemployment insurance when employee/job candidate refuses or fails a test for illegal drugs. Compromises privacy No positions on rest of bill.
Relating to: various changes in the unemployment insurance law, providing a penalty, and making appropriations.
Bill Text and History
2011 Wisconsin Act 198
Other
Notification Date10/25/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
ACLU WI strongly support provision to repeal denial of unemployment insurance when employee/job candidate refuses or fails a test for illegal drugs. Compromises privacy No positions on rest of bill.
Senate Bill 486
Relating to: creating the Special Needs Scholarship Program for disabled pupils, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation.
Bill Text and History
2/29/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 the Special Needs Scholarship Program for disabled pupils, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date2/29/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Budget Bill Subjects
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Government Accountability Board
Government Accountability Board
Notification Date
6/3/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
Statements of Economic Interest, ACLU/WI opposes Motion 306 item 6 which specifies that statements and any information contained therein may only be inspected or copied at the GAB office in Madison.
www.aclu-wi.org
6/3/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
Statements of Economic Interest, ACLU/WI opposes Motion 306 item 6 which specifies that statements and any information contained therein may only be inspected or copied at the GAB office in Madison.
www.aclu-wi.org
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Public Instruction: Administrative and Other Funding
Public Instruction: Administrative and Other Funding
Notification Date
2/23/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
2/23/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Public Instruction: Categorical Aids
Public Instruction: Categorical Aids
Notification Date
2/23/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
2/23/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Public Instruction: Choice and Charter
Public Instruction: Choice and Charter
Notification Date
2/23/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
2/23/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Public Instruction: General School Aids and Revenue Limits
Public Instruction: General School Aids and Revenue Limits
Notification Date
2/23/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
2/23/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Workforce Development
Workforce Development
Notification Date
6/16/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 Section 2403m (JFC motion 33) provision which prohibits Unemployment Insurance benefits if an applicant fails or refuses to take a drug test in certain circumstances.
6/16/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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 Section 2403m (JFC motion 33) provision which prohibits Unemployment Insurance benefits if an applicant fails or refuses to take a drug test in certain circumstances.
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
Agency Name
University of Wisconsin System
Subject
UWS 17 and 18, conduct on university lands and student non−academic disciplinary procedures.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 613 (1/15/2007)
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
CR08-099 appears to significantly diminish students' rights.
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
UWS 17 and 18 raise serious due process concerns, including use of lawyers by defendants. And see letter to regents attached.
University of Wisconsin System
Subject
UWS 17 and 18, conduct on university lands and student non−academic disciplinary procedures.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 613 (1/15/2007)
Other
Notification Date1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
CR08-099 appears to significantly diminish students' rights.
Other
Notification Date1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
UWS 17 and 18 raise serious due process concerns, including use of lawyers by defendants. And see letter to regents attached.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
2013-15 budget request to require a person arrested for a felony and other crimes to provide a biological specimen for deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) analysis and inclusion in DOJ DNA data bank.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
2013-15 budget request to require a person arrested for a felony and other crimes to provide a biological specimen for deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) analysis and inclusion in DOJ DNA data bank.
2013-15 budget request to require a person arrested for a felony and other crimes to provide a biological specimen for deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) analysis and inclusion in DOJ DNA data bank.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
9/21/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
9/21/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
2013-15 budget request to require a person arrested for a felony and other crimes to provide a biological specimen for deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) analysis and inclusion in DOJ DNA data bank.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
2013-15 budget request to require a person arrested for a felony and other crimes to provide a biological specimen for deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) analysis and inclusion in DOJ DNA data bank.
2013-15 budget request to require a person arrested for a felony and other crimes to provide a biological specimen for deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) analysis and inclusion in DOJ DNA data bank.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
9/21/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
9/21/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
LRB0745 repeal of Traffic Stop Data Collection and training to address biased policing where it may exist. ACLU/WI opposes repeal of law/rule, which was developed with significant input from law enforcement and public.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB0745 repeal of Traffic Stop Data Collection and training to address biased policing where it may exist. ACLU/WI opposes repeal of law/rule, which was developed with significant input from law enforcement and public.
LRB0745 repeal of Traffic Stop Data Collection and training to address biased policing where it may exist. ACLU/WI opposes repeal of law/rule, which was developed with significant input from law enforcement and public.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/25/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
1/25/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Campaign Finance Changes, including support of meaningful public financing and in opposition to restrictions on free speech.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Campaign Finance Changes, including support of meaningful public financing and in opposition to restrictions on free speech.
Campaign Finance Changes, including support of meaningful public financing and in opposition to restrictions on free speech.
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule
Notification Date
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Both Legislative Matter and Rule
Notification Date
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
Criminal Justice Reform, including prisons and juvenile justice.
Criminal Justice Reform, including prisons and juvenile justice.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Data collection during motor vehicle stops for the purpose of assessing and combatting racial profiling.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Data collection during motor vehicle stops for the purpose of assessing and combatting racial profiling.
Data collection during motor vehicle stops for the purpose of assessing and combatting racial profiling.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
Education, including adequacy, finance, governance, pay and other reforms
Education, including adequacy, finance, governance, pay and other reforms
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
GPS, Protection from warrantless use of surveillance technology such as global positioning systems.
GPS, Protection from warrantless use of surveillance technology such as global positioning systems.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Health Informantion Exchange (HIE), State-level. ACLU/WI seeks robust and comprehensive privacy and security regardless of design to protect against identity theft and breaches of protected health information.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Health Informantion Exchange (HIE), State-level. ACLU/WI seeks robust and comprehensive privacy and security regardless of design to protect against identity theft and breaches of protected health information.
Health Informantion Exchange (HIE), State-level. ACLU/WI seeks robust and comprehensive privacy and security regardless of design to protect against identity theft and breaches of protected health information.
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule
Notification Date
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Both Legislative Matter and Rule
Notification Date
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
Photo ID requirement to vote, unnecessary & unconstitutional (US, I amd. XXIV amd.)
Photo ID requirement to vote, unnecessary & unconstitutional (US, I amd. XXIV amd.)
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
Photographic systems to detect red light running.
Photographic systems to detect red light running.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
Political campaign public financing by local government units
Political campaign public financing by local government units
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Providing legal status and benefits, including health insurance coverage, to same sex domestic partners. In favor of law changes that pass state constitutional muster.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Providing legal status and benefits, including health insurance coverage, to same sex domestic partners. In favor of law changes that pass state constitutional muster.
Providing legal status and benefits, including health insurance coverage, to same sex domestic partners. In favor of law changes that pass state constitutional muster.
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule
Notification Date
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Both Legislative Matter and Rule
Notification Date
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Public school and university students' freedom of expression, including (but not limited to) non-disruptive student journalism, art, and religious and political speech.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Public school and university students' freedom of expression, including (but not limited to) non-disruptive student journalism, art, and religious and political speech.
Public school and university students' freedom of expression, including (but not limited to) non-disruptive student journalism, art, and religious and political speech.
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule
Notification Date
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Both Legislative Matter and Rule
Notification Date
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Racial profiling, collection and analysis of information from motor vehicle stops. Rule mandated in Section 158m of 2009 Wisconsin Act 28, the state budget. Office of Justice Assistance.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Racial profiling, collection and analysis of information from motor vehicle stops. Rule mandated in Section 158m of 2009 Wisconsin Act 28, the state budget. Office of Justice Assistance.
Racial profiling, collection and analysis of information from motor vehicle stops. Rule mandated in Section 158m of 2009 Wisconsin Act 28, the state budget. Office of Justice Assistance.
Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
repeal of election day registration, opposed
repeal of election day registration, opposed
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Requiring WI law enforcement to ask, incident to an arrest, for proof of legal presence from those they suspect are not legally present in U.S. Unnecessary and unconstitutional. Immigration, racial profiling, discrimination
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Requiring WI law enforcement to ask, incident to an arrest, for proof of legal presence from those they suspect are not legally present in U.S. Unnecessary and unconstitutional. Immigration, racial profiling, discrimination
Requiring WI law enforcement to ask, incident to an arrest, for proof of legal presence from those they suspect are not legally present in U.S. Unnecessary and unconstitutional. Immigration, racial profiling, discrimination
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
Restoration of the death penalty, in opposition
Restoration of the death penalty, in opposition
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Restoring the right to vote to a person barred from voting as a result of a felony
conviction. In favor of restoring the vote to those who have served their time.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Restoring the right to vote to a person barred from voting as a result of a felony conviction. In favor of restoring the vote to those who have served their time.
Restoring the right to vote to a person barred from voting as a result of a felony conviction. In favor of restoring the vote to those who have served their time.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or 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
| 2011 January - June |
2011 July - December |
2012 January - June |
2012 July - December |
Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Lobbying Expenditures | 2011 January - June $10,205.39 |
2011 July - December $1,441.91 |
2012 January - June $3,773.34 |
2012 July - December $218.97 |
Total $15,639.61 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2011 January - June 73.00 |
2011 July - December 5.80 |
2012 January - June 6.25 |
2012 July - December 0.50 |
Total 85.55 |
| Total Hours Other | 2011 January - June 173.30 |
2011 July - December 26.75 |
2012 January - June 51.65 |
2012 July - December 3.00 |
Total 254.70 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Relating to: requiring certain identification in order to vote at a polling place or obtain an absentee ballot, verification of the addresses of electors, absentee voting procedure in certain residential care apartment complexes and adult family homes, identification cards issued by the Department of Transportation, creating an identification certificate issued by the Department of Transportation, requiring the exercise of rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.
| 2011 January - June |
2011 July - December |
2012 January - June |
2012 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 January - June 8% |
2011 July - December |
2012 January - June |
2012 July - December |
Total 6% |
Relating to: permitting an employer to refuse to employ or to bar or terminate from employment an individual who has been convicted of a felony and who has not been pardoned for that felony and preempting cities, villages, towns, and counties from adopting provisions concerning employment discrimination based on arrest or conviction record that prohibit activity that is allowed under the state fair employment law.
| 2011 January - June |
2011 July - December |
2012 January - June |
2012 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 January - June |
2011 July - December 2% |
2012 January - June |
2012 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: permitting an employer to refuse to employ or to bar or terminate from employment an individual who has been convicted of a felony and who has not been pardoned for that felony and preempting cities, villages, towns, and counties from adopting provisions concerning employment discrimination based on arrest or conviction record that prohibit activity that is allowed under the state fair employment law.
| 2011 January - June |
2011 July - December |
2012 January - June |
2012 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 January - June |
2011 July - December 2% |
2012 January - June |
2012 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: licensure of commercial bail bond agents and bail bond agencies and certification of commercial bail recovery agents, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.
| 2011 January - June |
2011 July - December |
2012 January - June |
2012 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 January - June |
2011 July - December |
2012 January - June 20% |
2012 July - December |
Total 4% |
Relating to: requiring a person arrested for or charged with certain offenses, or a juvenile taken into custody for certain offenses, to provide a biological specimen for deoxyribonucleic acid analysis; inclusion of the analysis results in the deoxyribonucleic acid data bank; requiring the exercise of rule-making authority; and providing a penalty.
| 2011 January - June |
2011 July - December |
2012 January - June |
2012 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 January - June |
2011 July - December |
2012 January - June 20% |
2012 July - December |
Total 4% |
Budget Bill Subjects
| 2011 January - June |
2011 July - December |
2012 January - June |
2012 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 January - June 2% |
2011 July - December |
2012 January - June |
2012 July - December |
Total 1% |
| 2011 January - June |
2011 July - December |
2012 January - June |
2012 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 January - June 5% |
2011 July - December |
2012 January - June |
2012 July - December |
Total 4% |
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
No administrative rulemaking proceedings found.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
Restoring the right to vote to a person barred from voting as a result of a felony
conviction. In favor of restoring the vote to those who have served their time.
| 2011 January - June |
2011 July - December |
2012 January - June |
2012 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 January - June 68% |
2011 July - December |
2012 January - June |
2012 July - December |
Total 49% |
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