Wisconsin Paper Council

Registered Principal Details

Business Or Interest:
Pulp, paper, forestry and allied industries.

Lobbying Interests:
Air and water quality, environment and conservation, forestry, manufacturing, natural resources, taxation, transportation, workforce issues, and land use.

CEO Name:
Scott Suder
President

Contact

SES

Scott E Suder
44 East Mifflin Street Suite 404
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 467-6025
suder@wipaper.org
http://www.wipaper.org

Authorized Lobbyists

Lobbyist Name	Exclusive Duties	Authorized On	Withdrawn On

Lobbying Interests

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

Assembly Bill 1

Assembly Bill 1
Relating to: state government actions to address the COVID-19 pandemic, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Other

Notification Date
1/7/2021
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 27

Assembly Bill 27
Relating to: making various changes to statutes administered by the Public Service Commission and requiring investor-owned energy utilities to fund a consumer advocate. (FE)

Bill Text and History

2021 Wisconsin Act 24

Other

Notification Date
2/15/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Assembly Bill 37

Assembly Bill 37
Relating to: the presumption of riparian rights on navigable waterways and required real estate disclosures.

Bill Text and History

None

Assembly Bill 191

Assembly Bill 191
Relating to: eliminating the personal property tax and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For

Notification Date
3/25/2021
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 367

Assembly Bill 367
Relating to: loan for the purchase of the Verso Paper Mill in the city of Wisconsin Rapids. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For

Notification Date
6/1/2021
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 392

Assembly Bill 392
Relating to: creating a PFAS municipal grant program. (FE)

Bill Text and History

None

Notification Date
6/10/2021
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 419

Assembly Bill 419
Relating to: regulating and addressing PFAS, providing an exemption from rule-making procedures, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against

Notification Date
6/28/2021
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 492

Assembly Bill 492
Relating to: loan related to the Verso Paper Mill in the city of Wisconsin Rapids; loan related to the Park Falls Pulp and Paper Mill in the city of Park Falls; funding for the University of Wisconsin System; special education funding and making an appropr...

Bill Text and History

None

Notification Date
8/5/2021
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 497

Assembly Bill 497
Relating to: inspection requirements for chemical recovery boilers. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For

Notification Date
9/21/2021
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 641

Assembly Bill 641
Relating to: repealing the personal property tax, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Other

Notification Date
10/25/2021
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 Documentation
20211025_PPT Coalition Response to Gov Bill.pdf

Assembly Bill 642

Assembly Bill 642
Relating to: modifying the permit for certain oversize or overweight vehicles transporting forest products. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For

Notification Date
2/2/2022
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 682

Assembly Bill 682
Relating to: grant related to the Verso Paper Mill in the city of Wisconsin Rapids, loan guarantee related to the Park Falls Pulp and Paper Mill in the city of Park Falls, substance abuse prevention on certain public projects, and granting rule-making auth...

Bill Text and History

For

Notification Date
11/1/2021
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 718

Assembly Bill 718
Relating to: prohibiting certain practices relating to insurance coverage of clinician-administered drugs.

Bill Text and History

Against

Notification Date
12/1/2021
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 775

Assembly Bill 775
Relating to: planning and design of a new engineering building at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. (FE)

Bill Text and History

2021 Wisconsin Act 206

Other

Notification Date
3/18/2022
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 782

Assembly Bill 782
Relating to: the Energy Innovation Grant Program and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

None

Assembly Bill 792

Assembly Bill 792
Relating to: Focus on Energy inclusion of programs promoting energy efficiency and renewable energy measures for low-income households. (FE)

Bill Text and History

None

Assembly Bill 793

Assembly Bill 793
Relating to: funding of the Focus on Energy program. (FE)

Bill Text and History

None

Assembly Bill 795

Assembly Bill 795
Relating to: on-bill financing of energy improvements and granting rule-making authority. (FE)

Bill Text and History

None

Assembly Bill 987

Assembly Bill 987
Relating to: peer review of administrative rules, comments to proposed statements of scope, and review of proposed groundwater enforcement standards. (FE)

Bill Text and History

None

Notification Date
2/28/2022
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 56

Assembly Joint Resolution 56
Relating to: proclaiming May 2021 as “Paper and Forestry Products Month” in Wisconsin.

Bill Text and History

For

Notification Date
6/3/2021
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 136

Assembly Joint Resolution 136
Relating to: expressing support from the Wisconsin State Legislature for the grant application entitled A Wisconsin Forest Products Cluster: A Catalyst for Sustainable, Enduring Transformation to the United States Economic Development Administration's Phas...

Bill Text and History

For

Senate Bill 46

Senate Bill 46
Relating to: the presumption of riparian rights on navigable waterways and required real estate disclosures.

Bill Text and History

2021 Wisconsin Act 47

None

Senate Bill 47

Senate Bill 47
Relating to: making various changes to statutes administered by the Public Service Commission and requiring investor-owned energy utilities to fund a consumer advocate. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Other

Senate Bill 189

Senate Bill 189
Relating to: eliminating the personal property tax and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For

Notification Date
3/23/2021
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 361

Senate Bill 361
Relating to: regulating and addressing PFAS, providing an exemption from rule-making procedures, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against

Notification Date
5/26/2021
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 369

Senate Bill 369
Relating to: loan for the purchase of the Verso Paper Mill in the city of Wisconsin Rapids. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For

Senate Bill 466

Senate Bill 466
Relating to: inspection requirements for chemical recovery boilers. (FE)

Bill Text and History

2021 Wisconsin Act 110

For

Notification Date
8/4/2021
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 607

Senate Bill 607
Relating to: the threshold amount of timber sold from state, county, or community forests above which certain approval and notice requirements apply. (FE)

Bill Text and History

2021 Wisconsin Act 128

None

Senate Bill 623

Senate Bill 623
Relating to: repealing the personal property tax, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Other

Senate Bill 625

Senate Bill 625
Relating to: modifying the permit for certain oversize or overweight vehicles transporting forest products. (FE)

Bill Text and History

2021 Wisconsin Act 171

For

Notification Date
1/26/2022
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 712

Senate Bill 712
Relating to: grant related to the Verso Paper Mill in the city of Wisconsin Rapids and loan guarantee related to the Park Falls Pulp and Paper Mill in the city of Park Falls. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For

Notification Date
11/22/2021
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 894

Senate Bill 894
Relating to: peer review of administrative rules, comments to proposed statements of scope, and review of proposed groundwater enforcement standards. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For

Notification Date
2/3/2022
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 30

Senate Joint Resolution 30
Relating to: proclaiming May 2021 as “Paper and Forestry Products Month” in Wisconsin.

Bill Text and History

For

Notification Date
5/12/2021
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 90

Senate Joint Resolution 90
Relating to: recognizing the importance of oil and natural gas pipelines for Wisconsin and its economy.

Bill Text and History

For

Notification Date
1/24/2022
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 105

Senate Joint Resolution 105
Relating to: expressing support from the Wisconsin State Legislature for the grant application entitled A Wisconsin Forest Products Cluster: A Catalyst for Sustainable, Enduring Transformation to the United States Economic Development Administration's Phas...

Bill Text and History

For

Notification Date
2/16/2022
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

Natural Resources: Departmentwide

Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Natural Resources: Departmentwide

Notification Date
2/24/2021
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.

Natural Resources: Environmental Management

Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Natural Resources: Environmental Management

Natural Resources: Forestry

Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Natural Resources: Forestry

Revenue: Collection of Taxes

Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Revenue: Collection of Taxes

Safety and Professional Services: Regulation of Industry, Safety and Buildings

Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Safety and Professional Services: Regulation of Industry, Safety and Buildings

Transportation: Departmentwide

Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Transportation: Departmentwide

University of Wisconsin System

Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
University of Wisconsin System

Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation

Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation

Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings

Amendments to ch. NR 140 to set numerical standards to minimize the concentration of polluting substances in groundwater

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
Amendments to ch. NR 140 to set numerical standards to minimize the concentration of polluting substances in groundwater
Scope Statement
SS 029_21

None

Notification Date
4/21/2021
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.

Amendments to ch. NR 140 to set numerical standards to minimize the concentration of polluting substances in groundwater (Cycle 10 Bacteria)

Undisclosed

Notification Date
5/22/2022
First Communication Date
5/16/2022
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.

Creating appendix JJJJ in ch. NR 460 and subchapter III in ch. NR 466 to incorporate national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants (NESHAP) for paper and other web coating.

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
Creating appendix JJJJ in ch. NR 460 and subchapter III in ch. NR 466 to incorporate national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants (NESHAP) for paper and other web coating.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 612 (12/15/2006)

None

Definition of “indirect source” in chs. NR 438 and 484.

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
Definition of “indirect source” in chs. NR 438 and 484.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 544 (5/1/2001)

None

Financial responsibility for engineering controls for contaminated sediment remediation, and insurance and financial responsibility for Voluntary Party Liability Exemption projects with contaminated sediments; Chapters NR 700, 725, 726, 727, 750, 754,756, ...

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
Financial responsibility for engineering controls for contaminated sediment remediation, and insurance and financial responsibility for Voluntary Party Liability Exemption projects with contaminated sediments; Chapters NR 700, 725, 726, 727, 750, 754,756, ...
Scope Statement
SS 107_18

None

Forest tax programs (MFL and FCL)

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
Forest tax programs (MFL and FCL)
Scope Statement
SS 028_17

None

Implementation of 2015 Wisconsin Act 204 and 2017 Wisconsin Act 70, contaminated sediment usability, and other changes needed to update, clarify, and promote consistency within chs. NR 700 through NR 754, Wis. Adm. Code, including, but not limited to, appl...

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
Implementation of 2015 Wisconsin Act 204 and 2017 Wisconsin Act 70, contaminated sediment usability, and other changes needed to update, clarify, and promote consistency within chs. NR 700 through NR 754, Wis. Adm. Code, including, but not limited to, appl...
Scope Statement
SS 114_18

None

Incorporation of the 2015 national ambient air quality standards for ozone

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
Incorporation of the 2015 national ambient air quality standards for ozone
Scope Statement
SS 042_19

None

Incorporation of the national ambient air quality standards for fine particles (PM) into the Wisconsin Administrative Code

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
Incorporation of the national ambient air quality standards for fine particles (PM) into the Wisconsin Administrative Code
Scope Statement
SS 054_15

None

NR 102, nutrient water quality criteria for lakes and streams.

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
NR 102, nutrient water quality criteria for lakes and streams.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 604 (5/1/2006)

None

NR 102, nutrient water quality criteria for lakes and streams.

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
NR 102, nutrient water quality criteria for lakes and streams.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 604 (5/1/2006)

None

NR 207, relating to implementation of the state’s antidegredation policy.

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
NR 207, relating to implementation of the state’s antidegredation policy.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 628 (4/15/2008)

None

NR 207, water quality antidegradation.

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
NR 207, water quality antidegradation.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 648 (12/15/2009)

None

NR 216, storm water discharge permits and the permit fees.

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
NR 216, storm water discharge permits and the permit fees.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 550 (10/15/2001)

None

Notification Date
3/7/2022
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.

NR 404, Wis. Adm. Code incorporate the corresponding federal PM2.5 monitoring requirements into ch. NR 484, Wis. Adm. Code.

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
NR 404, Wis. Adm. Code incorporate the corresponding federal PM2.5 monitoring requirements into ch. NR 484, Wis. Adm. Code.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 616 (5/1/2007)

None

NR 405, 406, 407, 408, 409 and 439, Wis. Adm. Code, incorporating updates from statutory changes, federal rules, providing consistency within the rules, updating outdated language and providing clarification where appropriate

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
NR 405, 406, 407, 408, 409 and 439, Wis. Adm. Code, incorporating updates from statutory changes, federal rules, providing consistency within the rules, updating outdated language and providing clarification where appropriate
Scope Statement
Register Number: 635 (12/1/2008)

None

NR 46, Forest Tax Program.

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
NR 46, Forest Tax Program.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 586 (11/1/2004)

None

NR 46.30, Forest Tax Program, annual timber stumpage rate changes; modifications to the definition of “ownership” under s. NR 46.15 (23) to include trusts; revision of s. NR 46.16 Managed Forest Law petition and entry packet information.

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
NR 46.30, Forest Tax Program, annual timber stumpage rate changes; modifications to the definition of “ownership” under s. NR 46.15 (23) to include trusts; revision of s. NR 46.16 Managed Forest Law petition and entry packet information.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 624 (1/1/2008)

None

NR 500, Wis. Adm. Code to better manage accumulated sediment in detention structures required by the Clean Water Act (CWA).

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
NR 500, Wis. Adm. Code to better manage accumulated sediment in detention structures required by the Clean Water Act (CWA).
Scope Statement
Register Number: 617 (5/15/2007)

None

Numerical standards to minimize the concentration of polluting substances in groundwater

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
Numerical standards to minimize the concentration of polluting substances in groundwater
Scope Statement
SS 090_19

None

Phosphorous site-specific water quality criteria methodology and procedures.

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
Phosphorous site-specific water quality criteria methodology and procedures.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 679 (7/14/2012)

None

Phosphorus site-specific water quality criteria methodology and procedures

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
Phosphorus site-specific water quality criteria methodology and procedures
Scope Statement
SS 046_12

None

Regulating fire fighting foam that contains certain contaminants

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
Regulating fire fighting foam that contains certain contaminants
Scope Statement
SS 015_20

None

Revises Chapters NR 404 and 484, relating to ambient air quality standards for sulfur dioxide and nitrogen dioxide.

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
Revises Chapters NR 404 and 484, relating to ambient air quality standards for sulfur dioxide and nitrogen dioxide.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 661 (2/1/2011)

None

Revision of Chapter NR 46, Wis. Admin. Code relating to the administration of the Managed Forest Law (MFL) Program.

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
Revision of Chapter NR 46, Wis. Admin. Code relating to the administration of the Managed Forest Law (MFL) Program.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 668 (8/15/2011)

None

Revisions to ch. NR 438 to clarify and update air contaminant emissions inventory reporting requirements

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
Revisions to ch. NR 438 to clarify and update air contaminant emissions inventory reporting requirements
Scope Statement
SS 116_20

None

Revisions to ch. NR 809 related to the promulgation of new drinking water maximum contaminant levels for 12 additional Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) and combined standards for 4 PFAS

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
Revisions to ch. NR 809 related to the promulgation of new drinking water maximum contaminant levels for 12 additional Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) and combined standards for 4 PFAS
Scope Statement
SS 030_21

None

Revisions to Chapter NR 106 related to the Wisconsin's Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permit (WPDES) Program for the purpose of making the rules consistent with federal regulations (Rule Package #4).

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
Revisions to Chapter NR 106 related to the Wisconsin's Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permit (WPDES) Program for the purpose of making the rules consistent with federal regulations (Rule Package #4).
Scope Statement
Register Number: 678 (6/14/2012)

None

Revisions to chapters NR 102, 106, 205 and NR 207 and other related regulations for the purpose of updating Wisconsin’s antidegradation policy and implementation procedures

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
Revisions to chapters NR 102, 106, 205 and NR 207 and other related regulations for the purpose of updating Wisconsin’s antidegradation policy and implementation procedures
Scope Statement
SS 076_16

None

Revisions to chapters NR 102, 106, 205, and 207, and other related regulations for the purpose of updating Wisconsin’s water quality antidegradation policy and procedures

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
Revisions to chapters NR 102, 106, 205, and 207, and other related regulations for the purpose of updating Wisconsin’s water quality antidegradation policy and procedures
Scope Statement
SS 051_21

None

Revisions to chapters NR102, NR 104, NR 219 and other related permit program regulations for the purpose of updating Wisconsin’s water quality criteria for pathogens and recreational uses; and updating related WPDES permit implementation procedures for the...

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
Revisions to chapters NR102, NR 104, NR 219 and other related permit program regulations for the purpose of updating Wisconsin’s water quality criteria for pathogens and recreational uses; and updating related WPDES permit implementation procedures for the...
Scope Statement
SS 125_15

None

Revisions to chs. NR 500 to 520 related to coal combustion residual landfills and surface impoundments

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
Revisions to chs. NR 500 to 520 related to coal combustion residual landfills and surface impoundments
Scope Statement
SS 109_19

Undisclosed

Revisions to chs. NR 600 to 679 to modify and expand universal waste management regulations.

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
Revisions to chs. NR 600 to 679 to modify and expand universal waste management regulations.
Scope Statement
SS 061_22

Undisclosed

Notification Date
7/26/2022
First Communication Date
7/11/2022
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.

Revisions to chs. NR 660 to 679 to incorporate federal hazardous waste regulations promulgated since the previous authorization of the Wisconsin hazardous waste program, relating to updated test methods

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
Revisions to chs. NR 660 to 679 to incorporate federal hazardous waste regulations promulgated since the previous authorization of the Wisconsin hazardous waste program, relating to updated test methods
Scope Statement
SS 060_22

Undisclosed

Revisions to nitrogen compound emissions regulations in ch. NR 428

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
Revisions to nitrogen compound emissions regulations in ch. NR 428
Scope Statement
SS 064_22

None

Notification Date
7/26/2021
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.

Revisions to nitrogen compound emissions regulations in ch. NR 428

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
Revisions to nitrogen compound emissions regulations in ch. NR 428
Scope Statement
SS 064_21

None

Notification Date
10/14/2021
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.

Rule revisions related to the Wisconsin Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (WPDES) Permit Program to ensure that permit limitations and requirements are consistent with federal regulations (Rule Package #5) ...

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
Rule revisions related to the Wisconsin Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (WPDES) Permit Program to ensure that permit limitations and requirements are consistent with federal regulations (Rule Package #5) ...
Scope Statement
SS 033_12

None

Site-specific phosphorus water quality criteria for Petenwell Lake located in Wood, Juneau, and Adams Counties, Castle Rock Lake located in Adams and Juneau Counties, and Lake Wisconsin located in Columbia and Sauk Counties

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
Site-specific phosphorus water quality criteria for Petenwell Lake located in Wood, Juneau, and Adams Counties, Castle Rock Lake located in Adams and Juneau Counties, and Lake Wisconsin located in Columbia and Sauk Counties
Scope Statement
SS 069_18

None

Storm water discharge permits

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
Storm water discharge permits
Scope Statement
SS 051_19

Other

Notification Date
1/5/2021
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.

Surface water quality criteria and analytical methods for poly- and perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) including PFOS, PFOA, and any other PFAS for the purpose of protecting public health, and the procedures in the Wisconsin Pollutant Discharge Elimination S...

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
Surface water quality criteria and analytical methods for poly- and perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) including PFOS, PFOA, and any other PFAS for the purpose of protecting public health, and the procedures in the Wisconsin Pollutant Discharge Elimination S...
Scope Statement
SS 091_19

None

Targeted performance standards and prohibitions to abate pollution of groundwater by nitrate in sensitive areas

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
Targeted performance standards and prohibitions to abate pollution of groundwater by nitrate in sensitive areas
Scope Statement
SS 077_19

None

Notification Date
3/8/2021
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.

The promulgation of new drinking water maximum contaminant levels for Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) including Perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS) and Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA)

Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
The promulgation of new drinking water maximum contaminant levels for Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) including Perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS) and Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA)
Scope Statement
SS 089_19

None

Proposed revisions to ch. PSC 118, Renewable Resource Credit Tracking Program

Agency Name
Public Service Commission (PSC)
Subject
Proposed revisions to ch. PSC 118, Renewable Resource Credit Tracking Program
Scope Statement
SS 012_19

For

Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number

Scope Statement DG-17-22 Amendments to ch. NR 140 to set numerical standards to minimize the concentration of polluting substances for certain Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) in groundwater

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Scope Statement DG-17-22 Amendments to ch. NR 140 to set numerical standards to minimize the concentration of polluting substances for certain Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) in groundwater

Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)

Notification Date
9/9/2022
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

LRB 6404 - PFAS - Feasibility Studies for PFAS disposal methods

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB 6404 - PFAS - Feasibility Studies for PFAS disposal methods

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
8/8/2022
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

LRB 6347 - PFAS - Establishing an in-state landfill for PFAS biosolids

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB 6347 - PFAS - Establishing an in-state landfill for PFAS biosolids

LRB 6348 - PFAS - Direct Grants to Local Governments

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB 6348 - PFAS - Direct Grants to Local Governments

LRB 6349 - PFAS Remediation Grants

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB 6349 - PFAS Remediation Grants

LRB 5628 - PFAS - Farming Exemptions

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB 5628 - PFAS - Farming Exemptions

LRB 6475 - PFAS -Stabilizing Land Value

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB 6475 - PFAS -Stabilizing Land Value

Creation of Workforce Incentive Program at WEDC for the Forest Products Industry

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Creation of Workforce Incentive Program at WEDC for the Forest Products Industry

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
7/26/2022
First Communication Date
7/18/2022
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.

Creation of a Forest Products Industry Marketing Campaign

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Creation of a Forest Products Industry Marketing Campaign

Creation of a Forest Products Industry Fund

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Creation of a Forest Products Industry Fund

WA-14-21 Technical Corrections to NR 600 through NR 679

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
WA-14-21 Technical Corrections to NR 600 through NR 679

Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)

Notification Date
7/26/2022
First Communication Date
7/11/2022
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.

NR 500 Rule series, relating to solid waste management

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
NR 500 Rule series, relating to solid waste management

Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)

Notification Date
3/7/2022
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.

NR 500 Rule series, relating to solid waste management

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
NR 500 Rule series, relating to solid waste management

NR 500 Rule series, relating to solid waste management

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
NR 500 Rule series, relating to solid waste management

NR 500 Rule series, relating to solid waste management

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
NR 500 Rule series, relating to solid waste management

NR 500 Rule series, relating to solid waste management

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
NR 500 Rule series, relating to solid waste management

NR 500 Rule series, relating to solid waste management

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
NR 500 Rule series, relating to solid waste management

LRB-4468 Memo Administrative Rules (Felzkowski, Mary) Peer review of administrative rules, comments to proposed statements of scope, and review of proposed groundwater enforcement standards.

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB-4468 Memo Administrative Rules (Felzkowski, Mary) Peer review of administrative rules, comments to proposed statements of scope, and review of proposed groundwater enforcement standards.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
1/25/2022
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.

Draft Environmental Impact Statement that the department has prepared for the proposed relocation of the Enbridge Line 5 pipeline in Ashland, Bayfield and Iron Counties.

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Draft Environmental Impact Statement that the department has prepared for the proposed relocation of the Enbridge Line 5 pipeline in Ashland, Bayfield and Iron Counties.

Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)

Notification Date
1/24/2022
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.

1310 Request Regarding DNR Air Permitting Positions and Funding

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
1310 Request Regarding DNR Air Permitting Positions and Funding

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
12/1/2021
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.

LRB 5219 Paper Mill Grant

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB 5219 Paper Mill Grant

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
11/10/2021
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.

LRB 5138 The so-called "Mill Bill 2" State assistance for Verso in WI Rapids and the Park Falls paper mill.

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB 5138 The so-called "Mill Bill 2" State assistance for Verso in WI Rapids and the Park Falls paper mill.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
10/29/2021
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.

LRB-4372: modifying the permit for certain oversize or overweight vehicles transporting forest products

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB-4372: modifying the permit for certain oversize or overweight vehicles transporting forest products

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
9/28/2021
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.

Topic: Regarding changing statute language for selling timber on County, State and Community Forests.

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Topic: Regarding changing statute language for selling timber on County, State and Community Forests.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
7/6/2021
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.

PFAS Regulation

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
PFAS Regulation

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
6/28/2021
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 water body assessments and biological criteria

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Relating to water body assessments and biological criteria

Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)

Notification Date
6/3/2021
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.

Extending a $50 million loan to the cooperative which intends to purchase the Verso paper mill.

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Extending a $50 million loan to the cooperative which intends to purchase the Verso paper mill.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
5/12/2021
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.

Engagement With Various State Agency Personnel With Regard to the REDS Process

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Engagement With Various State Agency Personnel With Regard to the REDS Process

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
4/28/2021
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.

Engagement With The Wisconsin Paper Caucus

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Engagement With The Wisconsin Paper Caucus

Engagement With The Council on Forestry With Regard To the Governors Biennial Budget

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Engagement With The Council on Forestry With Regard To the Governors Biennial Budget

Wisconsin Institute for Sustainable Technology Funding

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Wisconsin Institute for Sustainable Technology Funding

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
4/21/2021
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 Educational Efforts on PFAS related matters

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Legislative Educational Efforts on PFAS related matters

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
4/21/2021
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.

Potential Changes to NR 439 Relating to Reporting and Recordkeeping Under Wisconsin's Air Rules

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Potential Changes to NR 439 Relating to Reporting and Recordkeeping Under Wisconsin's Air Rules

Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)

Notification Date
4/21/2021
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.

Declaring May 2021 as Paper and Forestry Products Month - Legislative Joint Resolution

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Declaring May 2021 as Paper and Forestry Products Month - Legislative Joint Resolution

Hemp Research

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Hemp Research

Proposal to suspend a portion of an emergency rule pertaining to firefighting foam containing PFAS

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Proposal to suspend a portion of an emergency rule pertaining to firefighting foam containing PFAS

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
1/18/2021
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.

Climate Change Task Force Recommendations

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Climate Change Task Force Recommendations

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
1/4/2021
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.

Groundwater Standards (Cycle 11 Recommendations from DHS to DNR)

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Groundwater Standards (Cycle 11 Recommendations from DHS to DNR)

Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)

Notification Date
1/4/2021
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 Speaker's Water Quality Task Force

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Legislative Speaker's Water Quality Task Force

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
12/28/2020
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.

The Wisconsin Paper Caucus - The Wisconsin Paper Council is actively engaged in collaborating with Wisconsin Paper Caucus members which include Legislators and Evers Administration personnel. The topics discussed pertain to the papermaking industry.

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
The Wisconsin Paper Caucus - The Wisconsin Paper Council is actively engaged in collaborating with Wisconsin Paper Caucus members which include Legislators and Evers Administration personnel. The topics discussed pertain to the papermaking industry.

This legislative proposal relates to creating a sales and use tax exemption for diapers, undergarments for incontinence, and feminine hygiene products.

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
This legislative proposal relates to creating a sales and use tax exemption for diapers, undergarments for incontinence, and feminine hygiene products.

PFAS and PFOA Issues, site specific criteria, water quality standards, PFAS Work Advisory Group

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
PFAS and PFOA Issues, site specific criteria, water quality standards, PFAS Work Advisory Group

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
12/28/2020
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.

Recommended ground water standard recommendations for substances that represent a public health concern. This is not yet a rule however this is an intra-agency topic which may become an emergency rule. DHS and DNR work together to set these standards

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Recommended ground water standard recommendations for substances that represent a public health concern. This is not yet a rule however this is an intra-agency topic which may become an emergency rule. DHS and DNR work together to set these standards

Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)

Notification Date
12/28/2020
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.

Hemp processing, utilization of hemp in the papermaking/pulping process and corresponding opportunities for the industry

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Hemp processing, utilization of hemp in the papermaking/pulping process and corresponding opportunities for the industry

Speaker's Water Quality Task Force - Non-Fiscal recommendations for consideration by the task force for possible legislative proposals

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Speaker's Water Quality Task Force - Non-Fiscal recommendations for consideration by the task force for possible legislative proposals

Chemical Recovery Boiler - Legislation to change Administrative Rules regarding inspection timelines

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Chemical Recovery Boiler - Legislation to change Administrative Rules regarding inspection timelines

Hemp Research

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Hemp Research

Title V Permit Renewal

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Title V Permit Renewal

Omnibus Energy Legislation Yet To Be Introduced

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Omnibus Energy Legislation Yet To Be Introduced

potential initiatives to streamline air permitting, reporting and other air regulatory requirements

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
potential initiatives to streamline air permitting, reporting and other air regulatory requirements

RR 11 17 (e) DNR Emergency Rule RE Financial Assurance for Contaminated Sediments

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
RR 11 17 (e) DNR Emergency Rule RE Financial Assurance for Contaminated Sediments

Proposals being developed by the Wis. PFAS Action Council relating to PFAS

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Proposals being developed by the Wis. PFAS Action Council relating to PFAS

DNR 2021-23 Triennial Water Quality Standards Review

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
DNR 2021-23 Triennial Water Quality Standards Review

The harmful effects of electric air dryers at DOT rest stops and other state buildings

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
The harmful effects of electric air dryers at DOT rest stops and other state buildings

Distribution of CARES Act Funding for Manufacturers

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Distribution of CARES Act Funding for Manufacturers

Forest Management Best Practices

Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Forest Management Best Practices

Total Lobbying Effort

	2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
Total Lobbying Expenditures	2021 January - June $57,754.64	2021 July - December $62,734.66	2022 January - June $42,872.33	2022 July - December $43,723.91	Total $207,085.54
Total Hours Communicating	2021 January - June 183.75	2021 July - December 188.25	2022 January - June 116.25	2022 July - December 125.05	Total 613.30
Total Hours Other	2021 January - June 407.25	2021 July - December 378.00	2022 January - June 256.25	2022 July - December 282.25	Total 1323.75

Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

Assembly Bill 392

Relating to: creating a PFAS municipal grant program. (FE)

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June 1%	2021 July - December 2%	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total < 1%

Assembly Bill 56

Relating to: proclaiming May 2021 as “Paper and Forestry Products Month” in Wisconsin.

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June 1%	2021 July - December 1%	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total < 1%

Senate Bill 189

Relating to: eliminating the personal property tax and making an appropriation. (FE)

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June 1%	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total < 1%

Senate Bill 369

Relating to: loan for the purchase of the Verso Paper Mill in the city of Wisconsin Rapids. (FE)

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June 1%	2021 July - December 3%	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total 1%

Assembly Bill 367

Relating to: loan for the purchase of the Verso Paper Mill in the city of Wisconsin Rapids. (FE)

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June 5%	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total 2%

Assembly Bill 419

Relating to: regulating and addressing PFAS, providing an exemption from rule-making procedures, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June 5%	2021 July - December 5%	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total 3%

Senate Bill 361

Relating to: regulating and addressing PFAS, providing an exemption from rule-making procedures, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June 5%	2021 July - December 5%	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total 3%

Assembly Bill 682

Relating to: grant related to the Verso Paper Mill in the city of Wisconsin Rapids, loan guarantee related to the Park Falls Pulp and Paper Mill in the city of Park Falls, substance abuse prevention on certain public projects, and granting rule-making authority. (FE)

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June	2021 July - December 1%	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total < 1%

Senate Bill 30

Relating to: proclaiming May 2021 as “Paper and Forestry Products Month” in Wisconsin.

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June	2021 July - December 1%	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total < 1%

Assembly Bill 492

Relating to: loan related to the Verso Paper Mill in the city of Wisconsin Rapids; loan related to the Park Falls Pulp and Paper Mill in the city of Park Falls; funding for the University of Wisconsin System; special education funding and making an appropriation. (FE)

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June	2021 July - December 2%	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total < 1%

Senate Bill 712

Relating to: grant related to the Verso Paper Mill in the city of Wisconsin Rapids and loan guarantee related to the Park Falls Pulp and Paper Mill in the city of Park Falls. (FE)

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June	2021 July - December 3%	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total < 1%

Assembly Bill 497

Relating to: inspection requirements for chemical recovery boilers. (FE)

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June	2021 July - December 10%	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total 3%

Senate Bill 466

Relating to: inspection requirements for chemical recovery boilers. (FE)

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June	2021 July - December 15%	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total 4%

Budget Bill Subjects

Natural Resources: Departmentwide

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June	2021 July - December 4%	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total 1%

Transportation: Departmentwide

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 1%	Total < 1%

Natural Resources: Environmental Management

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 3%	Total < 1%

Natural Resources: Forestry

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 3%	Total < 1%

Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings

Creating appendix JJJJ in ch. NR 460 and subchapter III in ch. NR 466 to incorporate national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants (NESHAP) for paper and other web coating.

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June 1%	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 2%	Total < 1%

Incorporation of the 2015 national ambient air quality standards for ozone

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June 1%	2021 July - December 1%	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 1%	Total < 1%

NR 207, water quality antidegradation.

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June 1%	2021 July - December 1%	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 4%	Total 1%

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June 1%	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total < 1%

Phosphorus site-specific water quality criteria methodology and procedures

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June 1%	2021 July - December 1%	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 2%	Total 1%

Revises Chapters NR 404 and 484, relating to ambient air quality standards for sulfur dioxide and nitrogen dioxide.

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June 1%	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total < 1%

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June 1%	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total < 1%

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June	2021 July - December 1%	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 1%	Total < 1%

NR 102, nutrient water quality criteria for lakes and streams.

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June 10%	2021 July - December 5%	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 3%	Total 6%

Numerical standards to minimize the concentration of polluting substances in groundwater

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June	2021 July - December 1%	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 2%	Total < 1%

Revisions to ch. NR 809 related to the promulgation of new drinking water maximum contaminant levels for 12 additional Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) and combined standards for 4 PFAS

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June 5%	2021 July - December 1%	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 4%	Total 3%

Revisions to chapters NR 102, 106, 205, and 207, and other related regulations for the purpose of updating Wisconsin’s water quality antidegradation policy and procedures

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June	2021 July - December 1%	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total < 1%

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June 2%	2021 July - December 1%	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 1%	Total 1%

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June	2021 July - December 1%	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 1%	Total < 1%

Definition of “indirect source” in chs. NR 438 and 484.

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 1%	Total < 1%

Incorporation of the national ambient air quality standards for fine particles (PM) into the Wisconsin Administrative Code

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 1%	Total < 1%

Revision of Chapter NR 46, Wis. Admin. Code relating to the administration of the Managed Forest Law (MFL) Program.

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 1%	Total < 1%

Targeted performance standards and prohibitions to abate pollution of groundwater by nitrate in sensitive areas

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June 2%	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 1%	Total < 1%

Amendments to ch. NR 140 to set numerical standards to minimize the concentration of polluting substances in groundwater

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June 2%	2021 July - December 2%	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 2%	Total 2%

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June 2%	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total < 1%

Regulating fire fighting foam that contains certain contaminants

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June 2%	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total < 1%

Forest tax programs (MFL and FCL)

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 2%	Total < 1%

NR 207, relating to implementation of the state’s antidegredation policy.

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June 5%	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 2%	Total 2%

Phosphorous site-specific water quality criteria methodology and procedures.

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June 5%	2021 July - December 5%	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 2%	Total 3%

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 2%	Total < 1%

Revisions to chapters NR 102, 106, 205 and NR 207 and other related regulations for the purpose of updating Wisconsin’s antidegradation policy and implementation procedures

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 2%	Total < 1%

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 2%	Total < 1%

Revisions to nitrogen compound emissions regulations in ch. NR 428

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 2%	Total < 1%

Amendments to ch. NR 140 to set numerical standards to minimize the concentration of polluting substances in groundwater (Cycle 10 Bacteria)

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 3%	Total < 1%

The promulgation of new drinking water maximum contaminant levels for Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) including Perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS) and Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA)

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June 5%	2021 July - December 5%	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 4%	Total 4%

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June 15%	2021 July - December 5%	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 5%	Total 7%

Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number

Extending a $50 million loan to the cooperative which intends to purchase the Verso paper mill.

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June 1%	2021 July - December 2%	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total < 1%

Engagement With Various State Agency Personnel With Regard to the REDS Process

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June 1%	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 2%	Total < 1%

Engagement With The Council on Forestry With Regard To the Governors Biennial Budget

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June 1%	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total < 1%

PFAS and PFOA Issues, site specific criteria, water quality standards, PFAS Work Advisory Group

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June 1%	2021 July - December 2%	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total < 1%

Chemical Recovery Boiler - Legislation to change Administrative Rules regarding inspection timelines

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June 1%	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total < 1%

DNR 2021-23 Triennial Water Quality Standards Review

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June 1%	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 4%	Total 1%

Distribution of CARES Act Funding for Manufacturers

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June 1%	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total < 1%

PFAS Regulation

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June 2%	2021 July - December 5%	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 10%	Total 4%

Engagement With The Wisconsin Paper Caucus

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June 2%	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total < 1%

Legislative Educational Efforts on PFAS related matters

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June 2%	2021 July - December 1%	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 2%	Total 1%

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June 2%	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 1%	Total < 1%

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June 2%	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total < 1%

Proposals being developed by the Wis. PFAS Action Council relating to PFAS

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June 2%	2021 July - December 2%	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total 1%

Draft Environmental Impact Statement that the department has prepared for the proposed relocation of the Enbridge Line 5 pipeline in Ashland, Bayfield and Iron Counties.

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June	2021 July - December 1%	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 1%	Total < 1%

1310 Request Regarding DNR Air Permitting Positions and Funding

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June	2021 July - December 1%	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total < 1%

Relating to water body assessments and biological criteria

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June	2021 July - December 1%	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 1%	Total < 1%

Potential Changes to NR 439 Relating to Reporting and Recordkeeping Under Wisconsin's Air Rules

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June	2021 July - December 1%	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total < 1%

LRB 6404 - PFAS - Feasibility Studies for PFAS disposal methods

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 1%	Total < 1%

Creation of a Forest Products Industry Fund

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 1%	Total < 1%

The harmful effects of electric air dryers at DOT rest stops and other state buildings

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 1%	Total < 1%

Creation of a Forest Products Industry Marketing Campaign

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 2%	Total < 1%

NR 500 Rule series, relating to solid waste management

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 2%	Total < 1%

NR 500 Rule series, relating to solid waste management

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 2%	Total < 1%

LRB-4468 Memo Administrative Rules (Felzkowski, Mary) Peer review of administrative rules, comments to proposed statements of scope, and review of proposed groundwater enforcement standards.

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 3%	Total < 1%

Minor Efforts

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

Minor Efforts

2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December	Total
2021 January - June	2021 July - December	2022 January - June	2022 July - December 5%	Total 1%

Other Matters

No other matters found.

Filed Statements of Lobbying Activity and Expenditures

2021

January - June

July - December

2022

January - June

July - December