WISPIRG (Wisconsin Public Interest Research Group)
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
Membership-based, non-partisan public interest education and advocacy on consumer protection, toxics and public health, transportation, good government, and other issues.
Lobbying Interests:
Transportation, state budget, toxics and public health, government transparency, consumer protection, consumer finance, health care
Title:
Director
Membership-based, non-partisan public interest education and advocacy on consumer protection, toxics and public health, transportation, good government, and other issues.
Lobbying Interests:
Transportation, state budget, toxics and public health, government transparency, consumer protection, consumer finance, health care
Title:
Director
Contact
PS
Peter Skopec
912 Williamson St., 2nd Fl.
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 251-9501
peter@wispirg.org
http://www.wispirg.org
912 Williamson St., 2nd Fl.
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 251-9501
peter@wispirg.org
http://www.wispirg.org
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
|---|
Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 177
Relating to: local regulation of certain containers.
Bill Text and History
5/20/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: local regulation of certain containers.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date5/20/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 226
Relating to: prohibiting food and beverages from being served in foam polystyrene packaging and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/13/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: prohibiting food and beverages from being served in foam polystyrene packaging and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/13/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 475
Relating to: testing for lead in drinking water in facilities used for recreational and educational camps and child care. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/4/2020
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.
Comments
As written, AB475 requires action when lead levels exceed “a concentration considered safe for drinking.” We oppose ASA1, which ties the definition of lead contamination to the fed. action level, currently too high to protect children from exposure.
Supporting Documentation
20200204_WISPIRG WI Env. Get The Lead Out 2 March 2019.pdf
Relating to: testing for lead in drinking water in facilities used for recreational and educational camps and child care. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/4/2020
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.
Comments
As written, AB475 requires action when lead levels exceed “a concentration considered safe for drinking.” We oppose ASA1, which ties the definition of lead contamination to the fed. action level, currently too high to protect children from exposure.
Supporting Documentation
20200204_WISPIRG WI Env. Get The Lead Out 2 March 2019.pdf
Assembly Bill 476
Relating to: lead testing of potable water sources in certain schools; providing loans for lead remediation in certain schools; and providing an exception to referendum restrictions for lead remediation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/4/2020
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.
Comments
As written, AB476 requires action when lead levels exceed “a concentration considered safe for drinking.” We oppose ASA1, which ties the definition of lead contamination to the fed. action level, currently too high to protect children from exposure.
Supporting Documentation
20200204_WISPIRG WI Env. Get The Lead Out 2 March 2019.pdf
Relating to: lead testing of potable water sources in certain schools; providing loans for lead remediation in certain schools; and providing an exception to referendum restrictions for lead remediation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/4/2020
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.
Comments
As written, AB476 requires action when lead levels exceed “a concentration considered safe for drinking.” We oppose ASA1, which ties the definition of lead contamination to the fed. action level, currently too high to protect children from exposure.
Supporting Documentation
20200204_WISPIRG WI Env. Get The Lead Out 2 March 2019.pdf
Assembly Bill 582
Relating to: the use of a wireless communication device while driving and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
11/1/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: the use of a wireless communication device while driving and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date11/1/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 770
Relating to: interest rates on payday loans and loans by licensed lenders. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/20/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: interest rates on payday loans and loans by licensed lenders. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/20/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Joint Resolution 11
Relating to: an advisory referendum on an amendment to the U.S. Constitution.
Bill Text and History
3/11/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: an advisory referendum on an amendment to the U.S. Constitution.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/11/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 210
Relating to: prohibiting food and beverages from being served in foam polystyrene packaging and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/13/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: prohibiting food and beverages from being served in foam polystyrene packaging and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/13/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 423
Relating to: lead testing of potable water sources in certain schools; providing loans for lead remediation in certain schools; and providing an exception to referendum restrictions for lead remediation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
10/4/2019
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.
Comments
As amended, SB423 requires action only when lead levels exceed the fed. action level, currently set at 15ppb. This is not a health-based standard and is too high to protect children from lead exposure.
Relating to: lead testing of potable water sources in certain schools; providing loans for lead remediation in certain schools; and providing an exception to referendum restrictions for lead remediation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date10/4/2019
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.
Comments
As amended, SB423 requires action only when lead levels exceed the fed. action level, currently set at 15ppb. This is not a health-based standard and is too high to protect children from lead exposure.
Senate Bill 424
Relating to: testing for lead in drinking water in facilities used for recreational and educational camps and child care. (FE)
Bill Text and History
10/4/2019
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.
Comments
As amended, SB424 requires action only when lead levels exceed the fed. action level, currently set at 15ppb. This is not a health-based standard and is too high to protect children from lead exposure.
Relating to: testing for lead in drinking water in facilities used for recreational and educational camps and child care. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date10/4/2019
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.
Comments
As amended, SB424 requires action only when lead levels exceed the fed. action level, currently set at 15ppb. This is not a health-based standard and is too high to protect children from lead exposure.
Senate Bill 522
Relating to: the use of a wireless communication device while driving and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
10/29/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: the use of a wireless communication device while driving and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/29/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 613
Relating to: repossession of collateral or leased goods.
Bill Text and History
3/2/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: repossession of collateral or leased goods.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date3/2/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 703
Relating to: interest rates on payday loans and loans by licensed lenders. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/20/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: interest rates on payday loans and loans by licensed lenders. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/20/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Joint Resolution 9
Relating to: an advisory referendum on an amendment to the U.S. Constitution.
Bill Text and History
3/11/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: an advisory referendum on an amendment to the U.S. Constitution.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/11/2019
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.
Budget Bill Subjects
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Environmental Improvement Program
Environmental Improvement Program
Notification Date
3/21/2019
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.
3/21/2019
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.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Natural Resources: Departmentwide
Natural Resources: Departmentwide
Notification Date
3/11/2019
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.
3/11/2019
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.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Transportation: Departmentwide
Transportation: Departmentwide
Notification Date
3/11/2019
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.
3/11/2019
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.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
State transportation budget
State transportation budget
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/8/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/8/2019
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.
Supporting the creation of a 36% APR rate cap on payday loans, and supporting limits on how often a payday loan can "roll over"
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Supporting the creation of a 36% APR rate cap on payday loans, and supporting limits on how often a payday loan can "roll over"
Supporting the creation of a 36% APR rate cap on payday loans, and supporting limits on how often a payday loan can "roll over"
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/8/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/8/2019
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.
A legislative resolution for a statewide ballot referendum regarding the Supreme Court's Citizens United decision and big money in politics
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
A legislative resolution for a statewide ballot referendum regarding the Supreme Court's Citizens United decision and big money in politics
A legislative resolution for a statewide ballot referendum regarding the Supreme Court's Citizens United decision and big money in politics
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/8/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/8/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Total Lobbying Effort
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Lobbying Expenditures | 2019 January - June $1,034.61 |
2019 July - December $186.00 |
2020 January - June $0.00 |
2020 July - December $481.65 |
Total $1,702.26 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2019 January - June 8.75 |
2019 July - December 0.50 |
2020 January - June 0.00 |
2020 July - December 0.00 |
Total 9.25 |
| Total Hours Other | 2019 January - June 62.75 |
2019 July - December 10.50 |
2020 January - June 0.00 |
2020 July - December 9.50 |
Total 82.75 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Relating to: an advisory referendum on an amendment to the U.S. Constitution.
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June 2% |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total 1% |
Relating to: lead testing of potable water sources in certain schools; providing loans for lead remediation in certain schools; and providing an exception to referendum restrictions for lead remediation. (FE)
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 47% |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total 5% |
Relating to: testing for lead in drinking water in facilities used for recreational and educational camps and child care. (FE)
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 48% |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total 5% |
Budget Bill Subjects
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June 1% |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total 1% |
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June 97% |
2019 July - December 5% |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December 100% |
Total 87% |
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
No administrative rulemaking proceedings found.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
No topics found.
Minor Efforts
No minor efforts found.
Other Matters
Includes time spent on:
- Gubernatorial nominations
- Matters on which the organization made no lobbying communication