Associated Builders and Contractors of Wisconsin Inc

Registered Principal Details

Business Or Interest:
Construction industry, commercial and heavy markets.

Lobbying Interests:
The association may attempt to influence issues and rules that deal with employer/employee relations such as training, equal rights, workers and unemployment compensation, wage rates, taxes (payroll). Also issues which deal with marketplace conditions such as government intervention into the private sector, utility intrusion into private sector, expansion of states infrastructure (highways), and environmentally related regulations.

CEO Name:
Stephen Stone
President

Contact
SS
Stephen Stone
5330 Wall Street
Madison, WI 53718
(608) 244-5883
(608) 244-2401
sstone@abcwi.org

Authorized Lobbyists

Lobbyist Name Exclusive Duties Authorized On Withdrawn On

Lobbying Interests

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

Assembly Bill 101
Assembly Bill 101
relating to: making companies that hire illegal aliens ineligible for certain tax exemptions, governmental contracts, grants, and loans, granting rule-making authority, and providing penalties.

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
5/30/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 181
Assembly Bill 181
relating to: continuing education for architects, landscape architects, professional engineers, designers of engineering systems, and land surveyors.

Bill Text and History

2007 Wisconsin Act 47

Other
Notification Date
5/30/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 238
Assembly Bill 238
relating to: requiring the Department of Transportation to study vehicle size and weight limits.

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
5/30/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 294
Assembly Bill 294
relating to: a state electrical wiring code; regulation of electricians, electrical contractors, and electrical inspectors; inspections of electrical wiring; regulation of electrical wiring; regulation of heating and air conditioning contractors by a count...

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/10/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 312
Assembly Bill 312
relating to: licensure and other regulation of mold assessors and mold remediators, granting rule-making authority, requiring the exercise of rule-making authority, making appropriations, and providing penalties.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
5/30/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 358
Assembly Bill 358
relating to: exempting residential lifts from the statutes regulating the installation and operation of elevators and similar conveyances, rules implementing the statutes regulating the installation and operation of elevators and similar conveyances, and d...

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/30/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 388
Assembly Bill 388
relating to: the licensing and regulation of thermal system insulation and fire-stop product mechanics and contractors; creating a thermal system insulation and fire-stop council; requiring the employment of a state inspector; establishing standards for in...

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
8/28/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 466
Assembly Bill 466
relating to: the regulation of construction contractors and subcontractors, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
8/10/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 521
Assembly Bill 521
relating to: ordinances establishing standards for places of employment and public buildings.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
10/4/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 712
Assembly Bill 712
relating to: making companies that hire illegal aliens ineligible for certain tax exemptions, governmental contracts, grants, and loans, granting rule-making authority, and providing penalties.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/12/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 165
Senate Bill 165
relating to: authorizing the circuit court to order a person who engages in discrimination in employment to pay compensatory and punitive damages and a surcharge, directing the secretary of workforce development to appoint a committee to study wage dispari...

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/25/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 167
Senate Bill 167
relating to: a state electrical wiring code; regulation of electricians, electrical contractors, and electrical inspectors; inspections of electrical wiring; regulation of electrical wiring; regulation of heating and air conditioning contractors by a count...

Bill Text and History

2007 Wisconsin Act 63

For
Notification Date
5/10/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 194
Senate Bill 194
relating to: the licensing and regulation of thermal system insulation and fire-stop product mechanics and contractors; creating a thermal system insulation and fire-stop council; requiring the employment of a state inspector; establishing standards for in...

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
8/28/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 228
Senate Bill 228
relating to: the regulation of construction contractors and subcontractors, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
8/10/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 266
Senate Bill 266
relating to: ordinances establishing standards for places of employment and public buildings.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
9/20/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 404
Senate Bill 404
relating to: making companies that hire illegal aliens ineligible for certain tax exemptions, governmental contracts, grants, and loans, granting rule-making authority, and providing penalties.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/12/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 436
Senate Bill 436
relating to: reports or records kept on the occurrence of fires.

Bill Text and History

2007 Wisconsin Act 75

For
Notification Date
2/20/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Budget Bill Subjects

Administration: Attached Programs
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Administration: Attached Programs

Notification Date
2/16/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Comments
Division of State Facilities

Building Commission
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Building Commission

Notification Date
2/16/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Building Program
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Building Program

Notification Date
2/16/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Commerce: Building and Environmental Regulation
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Commerce: Building and Environmental Regulation

Notification Date
2/16/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

General Fund Taxes
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
General Fund Taxes

Notification Date
2/16/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Regulation and Licensing
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Regulation and Licensing

Notification Date
2/16/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Transportation: Local Transportation Aid
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Transportation: Local Transportation Aid

Notification Date
2/16/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Transportation: Local Transportation Projects
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Transportation: Local Transportation Projects

Notification Date
2/16/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Workforce Development: Employment, Training and Vocational Rehabilitation Programs
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Workforce Development: Employment, Training and Vocational Rehabilitation Programs

Notification Date
2/16/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings

Comm 14, 61 to 65, Wisconsin Commercial Building Code and Fire Prevention Code
Agency Name
Commerce
Subject
Comm 14, 61 to 65, Wisconsin Commercial Building Code and Fire Prevention Code
Scope Statement
Register Number: 581 (5/15/2004)
Against
Notification Date
1/1/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Comm 14, fire prevention and stop−use procedures.
Agency Name
Commerce
Subject
Comm 14, fire prevention and stop−use procedures.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 580 (4/15/2004)
None
Notification Date
2/16/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Comm 16 – Electrical Code, including the adoption by reference of the 2005 National Electrical Code (NEC) and fees for electrical inspection.
Agency Name
Commerce
Subject
Comm 16 – Electrical Code, including the adoption by reference of the 2005 National Electrical Code (NEC) and fees for electrical inspection.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 584 (8/15/2004)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 05-010
None
Notification Date
2/16/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Comm 2 and 81 to 85, Wisconsin Uniform Plumbing Code and Fee Code.
Agency Name
Commerce
Subject
Comm 2 and 81 to 85, Wisconsin Uniform Plumbing Code and Fee Code.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 554 (2/15/2002)
None
Notification Date
2/16/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Comm 2, 18, 20, 33, 34, 40, 43, 61, 82 83, 90 and 95, plan review processing times.
Agency Name
Commerce
Subject
Comm 2, 18, 20, 33, 34, 40, 43, 61, 82 83, 90 and 95, plan review processing times.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 598 (11/1/2005)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 06-119
None
Notification Date
2/16/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Comm 3, stop work/stop use procedures
Agency Name
Commerce
Subject
Comm 3, stop work/stop use procedures
Scope Statement
Register Number: 578 (2/16/2004)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 05-049
None
Notification Date
2/16/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Comm 5, 50–64 and 66 credentials for commercial building inspectors.
Agency Name
Commerce
Subject
Comm 5, 50–64 and 66 credentials for commercial building inspectors.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 545 (6/1/2001)
None
Notification Date
2/16/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Comm 5, licenses, certifications and registrations required under chs. 101, 145, and 167, Stats.
Agency Name
Commerce
Subject
Comm 5, licenses, certifications and registrations required under chs. 101, 145, and 167, Stats.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 610 (11/1/2006)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 07-007
None
Notification Date
2/16/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Comm 5, licenses, certifications and registrations.
Agency Name
Commerce
Subject
Comm 5, licenses, certifications and registrations.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 598 (11/1/2005)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 06-031
None
Notification Date
2/16/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Comm 61 to 65, relating to the Wisconsin Commercial Building Code.
Agency Name
Commerce
Subject
Comm 61 to 65, relating to the Wisconsin Commercial Building Code.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 584 (8/15/2004)
Against
Notification Date
1/1/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Comm 61 to 65, Wisconsin Commercial Building Code.
Agency Name
Commerce
Subject
Comm 61 to 65, Wisconsin Commercial Building Code.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 567 (3/15/2003)
Against
Notification Date
1/1/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Comments
Would like changes to the requirements for smoke vents and smoke curtains in spinklered buildings
Comm. 5, continuing education requirements for master plumber-restricted appliance licensees and registered automatic fire sprinkler system testers; standards, training and licensing of installers for the installation of manufactured homes
Agency Name
Commerce
Subject
Comm. 5, continuing education requirements for master plumber-restricted appliance licensees and registered automatic fire sprinkler system testers; standards, training and licensing of installers for the installation of manufactured homes
Scope Statement
Register Number: 584 (8/15/2004)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 06-071
None
Notification Date
2/16/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

NR 411, regulating diesel exhaust from trucks.
Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
NR 411, regulating diesel exhaust from trucks.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 595 (7/15/2005)
None
Notification Date
8/8/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

DWD 290, adjustment of thresholds for application of prevailing wage rates.
Agency Name
Workforce Development
Subject
DWD 290, adjustment of thresholds for application of prevailing wage rates.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 612 (1/1/2007)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 07-003
For
Notification Date
2/16/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

DWD 295, enforcement of apprentice contracts
Agency Name
Workforce Development
Subject
DWD 295, enforcement of apprentice contracts
Scope Statement
Register Number: 608 (9/1/2006)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 07-010
For
Notification Date
2/16/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

prevailing wage rates on state or local public works projects.
Agency Name
Workforce Development
Subject
prevailing wage rates on state or local public works projects.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 581 (6/1/2004)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 04-081
None
Notification Date
2/16/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number

Legislative Council Special Committee - Differences in Law Applicable to Cites and Villages - Letting of Contracts
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Legislative Council Special Committee - Differences in Law Applicable to Cites and Villages - Letting of Contracts

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
8/7/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Commerce regulating the business if installing thermal system insullation and firestop products
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Commerce regulating the business if installing thermal system insullation and firestop products

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
5/30/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Apprenticeship rules on public construction projects
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Apprenticeship rules on public construction projects

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
2/16/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

bidding requirements for public construction projects
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
bidding requirements for public construction projects

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
2/16/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Electricina and electrical contractor licensing
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Electricina and electrical contractor licensing

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
2/16/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

purchase of materials for tax exempt entitites
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
purchase of materials for tax exempt entitites

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
2/16/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

registration or licensing of construction contractors
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
registration or licensing of construction contractors

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
2/16/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Sales tax on lump sum construction contracts
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Sales tax on lump sum construction contracts

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
2/16/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Statewide commercial building code
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Statewide commercial building code

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
2/16/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

The use of electronic bid notices
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
The use of electronic bid notices

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
2/16/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Adjusting the threshold for competitively bidding construction projects
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Adjusting the threshold for competitively bidding construction projects

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

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

Affect Legislation prohibiting preferential treatment based on labor affiliation when bidding public works projects.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Affect Legislation prohibiting preferential treatment based on labor affiliation when bidding public works projects.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

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

Apprenticeship Tax Credit
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Apprenticeship Tax Credit

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

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

Bill requiring registration as a lobbying organization / lobbyist when working on state procurement contracts
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Bill requiring registration as a lobbying organization / lobbyist when working on state procurement contracts

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

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

Changes / expantion of sales tax to include professional services
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Changes / expantion of sales tax to include professional services

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

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

Changes in the Prevailing Wage law covering public works projects.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Changes in the Prevailing Wage law covering public works projects.

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

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

Changes to indemnification and hold harmless laws.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Changes to indemnification and hold harmless laws.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

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

Changes to Wisconsin's Lien Law
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Changes to Wisconsin's Lien Law

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

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

Changing thresholds at which public construction projects must be let to the lowest responsible bidder
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Changing thresholds at which public construction projects must be let to the lowest responsible bidder

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

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

Chnages to hold harless and indemnification laws
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Chnages to hold harless and indemnification laws

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

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

Commercial Building Code
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Commercial Building Code

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

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

Commercial Building inspection
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Commercial Building inspection

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

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

Construction Apprenticeship programs and construction worker training programs.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Construction Apprenticeship programs and construction worker training programs.

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

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

Design Build and other alternatives to lowest responsible bidder as construction delivery methods
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Design Build and other alternatives to lowest responsible bidder as construction delivery methods

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

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

Drug Testing for Construction Workers on Prevailing Wage Projects
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Drug Testing for Construction Workers on Prevailing Wage Projects

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

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

General (and other) contractor licesing requirements
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
General (and other) contractor licesing requirements

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

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

Hospital Construction Moratorium or creating a certificate of need program
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Hospital Construction Moratorium or creating a certificate of need program

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

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

Licesnsing / inspection of Electrical Contractors and electricians.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Licesnsing / inspection of Electrical Contractors and electricians.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

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

Neutrality in government contracting as it relates to labor status
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Neutrality in government contracting as it relates to labor status

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

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

Related to the creation of a review board for hospital construction
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Related to the creation of a review board for hospital construction

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

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

Relating to calculation of Prevailing Wage rates and the use of subjourneymen
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Relating to calculation of Prevailing Wage rates and the use of subjourneymen

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

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

Relating to indoor air quality in public buildings.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Relating to indoor air quality in public buildings.

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

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

Requiring the use of apprentices on State Construction projects
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Requiring the use of apprentices on State Construction projects

Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)

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

Sales and Use tax for Contractors
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Sales and Use tax for Contractors

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

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

The licensing of electricians and/or electrical contractors and the inspection of electrical construction.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
The licensing of electricians and/or electrical contractors and the inspection of electrical construction.

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

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

The use of design build as a construction delivery method by public owners.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
The use of design build as a construction delivery method by public owners.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

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

Treatment of construction materails for tax exempt entities for the purpose of sales tax
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Treatment of construction materails for tax exempt entities for the purpose of sales tax

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

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

Unemployment Insurance
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Unemployment Insurance

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

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

Various changes to statutes related to the State Building Commission
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Various changes to statutes related to the State Building Commission

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

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

Total Lobbying Effort

  2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
Total Lobbying Expenditures 2007
January - June
$31,289.31
2007
July - December
$36,814.14
2008
January - June
$29,273.32
2008
July - December
$37,850.68
Total $135,227.45
Total Hours Communicating 2007
January - June
124.75
2007
July - December
100.00
2008
January - June
63.75
2008
July - December
57.50
Total 346.00
Total Hours Other 2007
January - June
305.50
2007
July - December
404.75
2008
January - June
319.25
2008
July - December
316.00
Total 1345.50

Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

relating to: exempting residential lifts from the statutes regulating the installation and operation of elevators and similar conveyances, rules implementing the statutes regulating the installation and operation of elevators and similar conveyances, and delaying the effective date for statutes regulating the installation and operation of elevators and similar conveyances.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
15%
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
5%
2008
July - December
Total 5%
relating to: a state electrical wiring code; regulation of electricians, electrical contractors, and electrical inspectors; inspections of electrical wiring; regulation of electrical wiring; regulation of heating and air conditioning contractors by a county with a population of 500,000 or more; and granting rule-making authority.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
20%
2007
July - December
5%
2008
January - June
5%
2008
July - December
Total 8%
relating to: a state electrical wiring code; regulation of electricians, electrical contractors, and electrical inspectors; inspections of electrical wiring; regulation of electrical wiring; regulation of heating and air conditioning contractors by a county with a population of 500,000 or more; and granting rule-making authority.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
20%
2007
July - December
10%
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total 8%
relating to: the licensing and regulation of thermal system insulation and fire-stop product mechanics and contractors; creating a thermal system insulation and fire-stop council; requiring the employment of a state inspector; establishing standards for installing, removing, and maintaining thermal system insulation and fire-stop products; requiring the exercise of rule-making authority; and providing a penalty.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
5%
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total 1%
relating to: the licensing and regulation of thermal system insulation and fire-stop product mechanics and contractors; creating a thermal system insulation and fire-stop council; requiring the employment of a state inspector; establishing standards for installing, removing, and maintaining thermal system insulation and fire-stop products; requiring the exercise of rule-making authority; and providing a penalty.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
5%
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total 1%
relating to: the regulation of construction contractors and subcontractors, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
5%
2008
January - June
10%
2008
July - December
10%
Total 6%
relating to: the regulation of construction contractors and subcontractors, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
10%
2008
January - June
10%
2008
July - December
10%
Total 7%
relating to: ordinances establishing standards for places of employment and public buildings.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
20%
2008
January - June
10%
2008
July - December
5%
Total 9%
relating to: ordinances establishing standards for places of employment and public buildings.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
20%
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
5%
Total 7%
relating to: making companies that hire illegal aliens ineligible for certain tax exemptions, governmental contracts, grants, and loans, granting rule-making authority, and providing penalties.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
5%
2008
July - December
Total 1%

Budget Bill Subjects

2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
5%
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
15%
Total 5%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
5%
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total 1%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
5%
Total 1%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
10%
Total 2%

Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings

2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
5%
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
10%
2008
July - December
Total 4%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
5%
2007
July - December
5%
2008
January - June
5%
2008
July - December
Total 4%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
5%
2008
July - December
Total 1%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
5%
2008
July - December
Total 1%

Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number

2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
15%
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total 4%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
20%
2008
July - December
10%
Total 7%
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
20%
Total 4%

Minor Efforts

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

Minor Efforts
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
10%
2007
July - December
15%
2008
January - June
10%
2008
July - December
10%
Total 11%

Other Matters

No other matters found.

Filed Statements of Lobbying Activity and Expenditures