Wisconsin Engine Manufacturer & Distributor Alliance (WEMDA)
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
The Wisconsin Engine Manufacturer's & Distributor's Alliance (WEMDA) is a state trade association. Organized by industry to provide a unified voice in preserving manufacturing markets in Wisconsin to ensure economic and future job growth. WEMDA represents interests in Commercial, Residential, Marine, Mobile, Mining, Construction, Agriculture, Lawn & Garden, Recreational, HVAC, Heavy-Duty Truck and Distributed Power Generation applications.
Lobbying Interests:
General business; tax; environment; 07-08 state budget
CEO Name:
Marc Bentley
President
The Wisconsin Engine Manufacturer's & Distributor's Alliance (WEMDA) is a state trade association. Organized by industry to provide a unified voice in preserving manufacturing markets in Wisconsin to ensure economic and future job growth. WEMDA represents interests in Commercial, Residential, Marine, Mobile, Mining, Construction, Agriculture, Lawn & Garden, Recreational, HVAC, Heavy-Duty Truck and Distributed Power Generation applications.
Lobbying Interests:
General business; tax; environment; 07-08 state budget
CEO Name:
Marc Bentley
President
Contact
MB
Authorized Lobbyists
Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
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Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 268
relating to: creating an exemption from Public Service Commission regulation for persons who provide electricity from certain alternative energy sources.
Bill Text and History
6/11/2007
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: creating an exemption from Public Service Commission regulation for persons who provide electricity from certain alternative energy sources.
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date6/11/2007
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 371
relating to: creating income and franchise tax credits for certain electric motor vehicles and for motor vehicles that use gasoline and ethanol mixtures as fuel and highway specific information signs.
Bill Text and History
6/11/2007
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: creating income and franchise tax credits for certain electric motor vehicles and for motor vehicles that use gasoline and ethanol mixtures as fuel and highway specific information signs.
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date6/11/2007
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 378
relating to: the motor vehicle fuel tax imposed on fuel from a renewable resource, income and franchise tax credits related to renewable energy, and requiring the exercise of rule-making authority.
Bill Text and History
6/11/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
relating to: the motor vehicle fuel tax imposed on fuel from a renewable resource, income and franchise tax credits related to renewable energy, and requiring the exercise of rule-making authority.
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date6/11/2007
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 540
relating to: income and franchise tax credits for technology training.
Bill Text and History
11/2/2007
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: income and franchise tax credits for technology training.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date11/2/2007
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 640
relating to: powersports vehicle manufacturers, distributors, and dealers and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
1/23/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
relating to: powersports vehicle manufacturers, distributors, and dealers and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date1/23/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 682
relating to: the sale of renewable motor vehicle fuels, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
1/22/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
relating to: the sale of renewable motor vehicle fuels, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date1/22/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 696
relating to: creating an income and franchise tax credit for eligible innovation projects and project facilities.
Bill Text and History
1/15/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
relating to: creating an income and franchise tax credit for eligible innovation projects and project facilities.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date1/15/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 770
relating to: an income and franchise tax credit for research conducted in this state by a corporation and a property and sales and use tax exemption for certain machinery and tangible personal property used to conduct research.
Bill Text and History
2/14/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
relating to: an income and franchise tax credit for research conducted in this state by a corporation and a property and sales and use tax exemption for certain machinery and tangible personal property used to conduct research.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/14/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 81
relating to: management of greenhouse gases, granting rule-making authority, and providing penalties.
Bill Text and History
11/2/2007
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: management of greenhouse gases, granting rule-making authority, and providing penalties.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date11/2/2007
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 363
relating to: powersports vehicle manufacturers, distributors, and dealers and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
1/23/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
relating to: powersports vehicle manufacturers, distributors, and dealers and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date1/23/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 380
relating to: the sale of renewable motor vehicle fuels, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
1/22/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
relating to: the sale of renewable motor vehicle fuels, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date1/22/2008
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
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Commerce: Departmentwide and Economic Development
Commerce: Departmentwide and Economic Development
Notification Date
6/4/2007
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.
6/4/2007
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.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
General Fund Taxes
General Fund Taxes
Notification Date
6/4/2007
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.
6/4/2007
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.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Natural Resources: Air, Waste and Contaminated Land
Natural Resources: Air, Waste and Contaminated Land
Notification Date
6/4/2007
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.
6/4/2007
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.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Revenue: Tax Administration
Revenue: Tax Administration
Notification Date
6/4/2007
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.
6/4/2007
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.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Transportation: Transportation Finance
Transportation: Transportation Finance
Notification Date
6/4/2007
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.
6/4/2007
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.
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
NR 411, regulating diesel exhaust from trucks.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 595 (7/15/2005)
8/6/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
NR 411, regulating diesel exhaust from trucks.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 595 (7/15/2005)
None
Notification Date8/6/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Building Wisconsin's Workforce Leg Council
Building Wisconsin's Workforce Leg Council
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
8/6/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
8/6/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Domestic Bio-Fuels Leg Council
Domestic Bio-Fuels Leg Council
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
8/6/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
8/6/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Wisconsin Clean Diesel
Wisconsin Clean Diesel
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
8/6/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
8/6/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Combined Reporting
Combined Reporting
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
2/22/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
2/22/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Governor's Task Force on Global Warming
Governor's Task Force on Global Warming
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
7/16/2007
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.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
7/16/2007
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Governor's Task Force on Manufacturing
Governor's Task Force on Manufacturing
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
7/16/2007
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.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
7/16/2007
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Office of Energy Independence
Office of Energy Independence
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
7/16/2007
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.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
7/16/2007
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Manufacturing Job Creation Tax Credits
Manufacturing Job Creation Tax Credits
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
6/4/2007
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.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
6/4/2007
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Techology Training Tax Credits in engine related sciences
Techology Training Tax Credits in engine related sciences
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
6/4/2007
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.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
6/4/2007
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
DNR RACT, BACT and CAIR Rulemaking
DNR RACT, BACT and CAIR Rulemaking
Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
1/12/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
1/12/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Ethanol fuel Mandates
Ethanol fuel Mandates
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/12/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/12/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Grants and Tax Credits relating to distributed generation generators
Grants and Tax Credits relating to distributed generation generators
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/12/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/12/2007
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 $35,100.00 |
2007 July - December $21,500.00 |
2008 January - June $25,900.00 |
2008 July - December $25,000.00 |
Total $107,500.00 |
Total Hours Communicating | 2007 January - June 29.00 |
2007 July - December 46.00 |
2008 January - June 26.00 |
2008 July - December 20.00 |
Total 121.00 |
Total Hours Other | 2007 January - June 81.00 |
2007 July - December 83.00 |
2008 January - June 46.00 |
2008 July - December 44.00 |
Total 254.00 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
relating to: creating an exemption from Public Service Commission regulation for persons who provide electricity from certain alternative energy sources.
2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2007 January - June 2% |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total < 1% |
relating to: creating income and franchise tax credits for certain electric motor vehicles and for motor vehicles that use gasoline and ethanol mixtures as fuel and highway specific information signs.
2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2007 January - June 2% |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total < 1% |
relating to: the motor vehicle fuel tax imposed on fuel from a renewable resource, income and franchise tax credits related to renewable energy, and requiring the exercise of rule-making authority.
2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2007 January - June 2% |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total < 1% |
relating to: management of greenhouse gases, granting rule-making authority, and providing penalties.
2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2007 January - June |
2007 July - December 10% |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total 3% |
relating to: income and franchise tax credits for technology training.
2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2007 January - June |
2007 July - December 60% |
2008 January - June 45% |
2008 July - December |
Total 29% |
relating to: an income and franchise tax credit for research conducted in this state by a corporation and a property and sales and use tax exemption for certain machinery and tangible personal property used to conduct research.
2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June 2% |
2008 July - December |
Total < 1% |
relating to: powersports vehicle manufacturers, distributors, and dealers and providing a penalty.
2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June 10% |
2008 July - December |
Total 2% |
relating to: the sale of renewable motor vehicle fuels, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.
2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June 15% |
2008 July - December |
Total 3% |
Budget Bill Subjects
2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2007 January - June 4% |
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 10% |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total 3% |
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
No administrative rulemaking proceedings found.
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 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 15% |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June 15% |
2008 July - December 30% |
Total 12% |
2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2007 January - June 60% |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December 50% |
Total 26% |
2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2007 January - June |
2007 July - December 30% |
2008 January - June 13% |
2008 July - December |
Total 13% |
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% |
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% |
Minor Efforts
No minor efforts found.
Other Matters
No other matters found.