WPS Health Insurance
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
Insurance.
Lobbying Interests:
We may attempt to influence areas of state legislation and administration rules that affect the market conduct of health and life insurance business operations. Additional subject areas of interest to us not listed above, include, but are not limited to: commerce and business; financial institutions; human services; tort system; Worker's Compensation.
CEO Name:
Michael Hamerlik
Chief Legal and Governance Officer
Insurance.
Lobbying Interests:
We may attempt to influence areas of state legislation and administration rules that affect the market conduct of health and life insurance business operations. Additional subject areas of interest to us not listed above, include, but are not limited to: commerce and business; financial institutions; human services; tort system; Worker's Compensation.
CEO Name:
Michael Hamerlik
Chief Legal and Governance Officer
Contact
DS
Daniel Schwandt
PO Box 8190
Madison, WI 53708
(608) 977-8003
(608) 977-9885
dan.schwandt@wpsic.com
http://www.wpsic.com
PO Box 8190
Madison, WI 53708
(608) 977-8003
(608) 977-9885
dan.schwandt@wpsic.com
http://www.wpsic.com
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
|---|
Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 6
Relating to: the waiting period for the employer's share of income continuation insurance premiums for certain teachers employed by the University of Wisconsin System (suggested as remedial legislation by the Department of Employee Trust Funds).
Bill Text and History
2/21/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: the waiting period for the employer's share of income continuation insurance premiums for certain teachers employed by the University of Wisconsin System (suggested as remedial legislation by the Department of Employee Trust Funds).
Bill Text and History
None
Notification Date2/21/2017
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 69
Relating to: access to investigational drugs, devices, and biological products and limitations on liability related to their use.
Bill Text and History
2/15/2017
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: access to investigational drugs, devices, and biological products and limitations on liability related to their use.
Bill Text and History
None
Notification Date2/15/2017
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 125
Relating to: prescription order extensions for when a refill authorization cannot be obtained.
Bill Text and History
2017 Wisconsin Act 19
3/13/2017
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: prescription order extensions for when a refill authorization cannot be obtained.
Bill Text and History
2017 Wisconsin Act 19
None
Notification Date3/13/2017
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 365
Relating to: prohibiting lifetime and annual limits under health insurance policies and plans. (FE)
Bill Text and History
7/5/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: prohibiting lifetime and annual limits under health insurance policies and plans. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date7/5/2017
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 410
Relating to: social and financial impact reports on health insurance mandates.
Bill Text and History
7/5/2017
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: social and financial impact reports on health insurance mandates.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date7/5/2017
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 422
Relating to: creating the Hire Heroes program to provide transitional jobs to veterans, granting rule-making authority, and making appropriations. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2017 Wisconsin Act 195
7/10/2017
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: creating the Hire Heroes program to provide transitional jobs to veterans, granting rule-making authority, and making appropriations. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2017 Wisconsin Act 195
For
Notification Date7/10/2017
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 620
Relating to: prescription drug cost reporting by manufacturers and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
11/17/2017
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: prescription drug cost reporting by manufacturers and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date11/17/2017
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 621
Relating to: registration of pharmacy benefit managers, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
11/17/2017
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: registration of pharmacy benefit managers, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date11/17/2017
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 622
Relating to: prohibiting elimination of covered prescription drugs or devices during a contract year for certain health care plans.
Bill Text and History
11/17/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: prohibiting elimination of covered prescription drugs or devices during a contract year for certain health care plans.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date11/17/2017
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 772
Relating to: exempting from the state family and medical leave law an employer that is covered under the federal family and medical leave law. (FE)
Bill Text and History
12/28/2017
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: exempting from the state family and medical leave law an employer that is covered under the federal family and medical leave law. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date12/28/2017
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 920
Relating to: employer groups for self-funded health care coverage.
Bill Text and History
2/12/2018
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: employer groups for self-funded health care coverage.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/12/2018
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 84
Relating to: access to investigational drugs, devices, and biological products and limitations on liability related to their use.
Bill Text and History
2017 Wisconsin Act 165
3/3/2017
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: access to investigational drugs, devices, and biological products and limitations on liability related to their use.
Bill Text and History
2017 Wisconsin Act 165
None
Notification Date3/3/2017
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 319
Relating to: social and financial impact reports on health insurance mandates.
Bill Text and History
2017 Wisconsin Act 239
7/5/2017
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: social and financial impact reports on health insurance mandates.
Bill Text and History
2017 Wisconsin Act 239
For
Notification Date7/5/2017
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 338
Relating to: creating the Hire Heroes program to provide transitional jobs to veterans and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
1/25/2018
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: creating the Hire Heroes program to provide transitional jobs to veterans and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date1/25/2018
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 490
Relating to: exempting from the state family and medical leave law an employer that is covered under the federal family and medical leave law. (FE)
Bill Text and History
12/28/2017
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: exempting from the state family and medical leave law an employer that is covered under the federal family and medical leave law. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date12/28/2017
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 530
Relating to: prohibiting elimination of covered prescription drugs or devices during a contract year for certain health care plans.
Bill Text and History
11/17/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: prohibiting elimination of covered prescription drugs or devices during a contract year for certain health care plans.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date11/17/2017
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 531
Relating to: prescription drug cost reporting by manufacturers and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
11/17/2017
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: prescription drug cost reporting by manufacturers and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date11/17/2017
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 532
Relating to: registration of pharmacy benefit managers, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
11/17/2017
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: registration of pharmacy benefit managers, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date11/17/2017
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 806
Relating to: employer groups for self-funded health care coverage.
Bill Text and History
2/19/2018
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: employer groups for self-funded health care coverage.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/19/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Budget Bill Subjects
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Employee Trust Funds
Employee Trust Funds
Notification Date
3/28/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
3/28/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Health Services: Care and Treatment Services
Health Services: Care and Treatment Services
Notification Date
3/28/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
3/28/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Health Services: Departmentwide
Health Services: Departmentwide
Notification Date
3/28/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
3/28/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Health Services: Medicaid Services Administration
Health Services: Medicaid Services Administration
Notification Date
3/28/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
3/28/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Health Services: Mental Health, Public Health, and Other Programs
Health Services: Mental Health, Public Health, and Other Programs
Notification Date
3/28/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
3/28/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Insurance
Insurance
Notification Date
3/28/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
3/28/2017
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.
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
Agency Name
Medical Examining Board (Med)
Subject
Telemedicine
Scope Statement
SS 100_15
1/26/2017
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.
Medical Examining Board (Med)
Subject
Telemedicine
Scope Statement
SS 100_15
None
Notification Date1/26/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Telemedicine
Telemedicine
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/26/2017
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/26/2017
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.
Technical and minor substantive statutory and policy changes under consideration by the Office of the Commissioner of Insurance
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Technical and minor substantive statutory and policy changes under consideration by the Office of the Commissioner of Insurance
Technical and minor substantive statutory and policy changes under consideration by the Office of the Commissioner of Insurance
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/21/2016
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/21/2016
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.
Matters relating to insurance coverage of medical treatments, diagnostic technologies, pharmaceuticals and related issues.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Matters relating to insurance coverage of medical treatments, diagnostic technologies, pharmaceuticals and related issues.
Matters relating to insurance coverage of medical treatments, diagnostic technologies, pharmaceuticals and related issues.
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/21/2016
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/21/2016
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Health Insurance Administrative Simplification
Health Insurance Administrative Simplification
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/21/2016
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/21/2016
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Model Holding Company - ORSA
Model Holding Company - ORSA
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/21/2016
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/21/2016
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Total Lobbying Effort
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Lobbying Expenditures | 2017 January - June $34,870.24 |
2017 July - December $34,818.00 |
2018 January - June $34,668.00 |
2018 July - December $34,668.00 |
Total $139,024.24 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2017 January - June 8.25 |
2017 July - December 4.25 |
2018 January - June 7.00 |
2018 July - December 1.25 |
Total 20.75 |
| Total Hours Other | 2017 January - June 100.75 |
2017 July - December 94.75 |
2018 January - June 80.50 |
2018 July - December 70.00 |
Total 346.00 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Relating to: prescription order extensions for when a refill authorization cannot be obtained.
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 5% |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total 1% |
Relating to: access to investigational drugs, devices, and biological products and limitations on liability related to their use.
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 10% |
2017 July - December 3% |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total 4% |
Relating to: social and financial impact reports on health insurance mandates.
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December 2% |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: social and financial impact reports on health insurance mandates.
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December 3% |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: creating the Hire Heroes program to provide transitional jobs to veterans, granting rule-making authority, and making appropriations. (FE)
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December 7% |
2018 January - June 3% |
2018 July - December |
Total 3% |
Relating to: creating the Hire Heroes program to provide transitional jobs to veterans and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June 2% |
2018 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: registration of pharmacy benefit managers, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty. (FE)
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June 10% |
2018 July - December |
Total 2% |
Relating to: employer groups for self-funded health care coverage.
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June 10% |
2018 July - December |
Total 2% |
Relating to: employer groups for self-funded health care coverage.
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June 15% |
2018 July - December |
Total 4% |
Budget Bill Subjects
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 10% |
2017 July - December 10% |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total 6% |
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 5% |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total 1% |
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
Technical and minor substantive statutory and policy changes under consideration by the Office of the Commissioner of Insurance
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 10% |
2017 July - December 5% |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total 4% |
Matters relating to insurance coverage of medical treatments, diagnostic technologies, pharmaceuticals and related issues.
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 10% |
2017 July - December 10% |
2018 January - June 10% |
2018 July - December 30% |
Total 14% |
Minor Efforts
(Time spent on matters each of which accounted for less than 10% of the organization's lobbying.)
Other Matters
Includes time spent on:
- Gubernatorial nominations
- Matters on which the organization made no lobbying communication