State Bar of Wisconsin

Registered Principal Details

Business Or Interest:
All lawyers licensed to practice law in the State of Wisconsin

Lobbying Interests:
Activities related to the delivery of legal services, the administration of justice, and the purposes set forth in SCR 10.02(2).

CEO Name:
Larry Martin
Director, Advocacy and Access to Justice

Contact
LR
Lisa Roys
PO Box 7158
Madison, WI 53707
(608) 250-6128
(608) 257-4343
lroys@wisbar.org
http://www.wisbar.org

Authorized Lobbyists

Lobbyist Name Exclusive Duties Authorized On Withdrawn On

Lobbying Interests

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

Assembly Bill 26
Assembly Bill 26
Relating to: prohibiting the out-of-home placement of a child with a person with a record of a crime against a child. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/18/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Children and the Law section opposes in principle this legislation.
Assembly Bill 33
Assembly Bill 33
Relating to: merit pay raises for state public defenders.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/8/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 43
Assembly Bill 43
Relating to: expediting criminal proceedings when a victim or witness is an elder person and preserving the testimony of a crime victim or witness who is an elder person.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/12/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
Elder Law and Special Needs Section of State Bar actively supports
Assembly Bill 44
Assembly Bill 44
Relating to: increased penalties for crimes against elder persons; restraining orders for elder persons; freezing assets of a defendant charged with financial exploitation of an elder person; sexual assault of an elder person; physical abuse of an elder pe...

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/12/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
Elder Law and Special Needs Section of State Bar actively supports
Assembly Bill 45
Assembly Bill 45
Relating to: financial exploitation of vulnerable adults with securities accounts, violations of the Wisconsin Uniform Securities Law, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/12/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
Elder Law and Special Needs Section Board voted to actively oppose due to concerns over age limit and F-POA acceptance issues.
Assembly Bill 46
Assembly Bill 46
Relating to: financial exploitation of vulnerable adults.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/12/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
Elder Law and Special Needs Section Board voted to actively oppose due to concerns over age limit and F-POA acceptance issues.
Assembly Bill 69
Assembly Bill 69
Relating to: expungement of records of certain crimes and discrimination based on expunged conviction. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/19/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 102
Assembly Bill 102
Relating to: judicial notice of certain court records relating to domestic violence or child abuse.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/19/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The State Bar of Wisconsin's Family Law section actively supports this legislation.
Assembly Bill 108
Assembly Bill 108
Relating to: law enforcement agency policies on the use of force.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/13/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 109
Assembly Bill 109
Relating to: reporting of law enforcement use of force incidents. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/13/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 110
Assembly Bill 110
Relating to: public access to policies regarding the use of force by law enforcement.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/13/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 112
Assembly Bill 112
Relating to: the creation of an independent use of force review advisory board. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/13/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 113
Assembly Bill 113
Relating to: modifications to legal custody or physical placement contingent upon a future event.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/19/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The State Bar of Wisconsin's Family Law section actively supports this legislation.
Assembly Bill 138
Assembly Bill 138
Relating to: a disclaimer of parental rights and payments allowed in connection with an adoption.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
4/29/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Children and the Law Section of the State Bar of Wisconsin opposes this legislation.
Assembly Bill 170
Assembly Bill 170
Relating to: election observers and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
6/22/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Civil Rights & Liberties section of the State Bar of Wisconsin opposes this legislation.
Assembly Bill 180
Assembly Bill 180
Relating to: status as an indefinitely confined voter for purposes of receiving absentee ballots automatically and providing a penalty. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
6/3/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Civil Rights & Liberties Section of the State Bar opposes this legislation.
Assembly Bill 185
Assembly Bill 185
Relating to: prosecuting or adjudicating delinquent a person under the age of 18 for committing an act of prostitution.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
3/24/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Children and the Law section of the State Bar of Wisconsin supports this legislation.
Assembly Bill 192
Assembly Bill 192
Relating to: the secure delivery of absentee ballots and providing a penalty. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
6/3/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Civil Rights & Liberties Section of the State Bar opposes this legislation.
Assembly Bill 194
Assembly Bill 194
Relating to: actions for violations of elections laws.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
6/3/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Civil Rights & Liberties Section of the State Bar opposes this legislation.
Assembly Bill 195
Assembly Bill 195
Relating to: designating University of Wisconsin and technical college sports and athletic teams based on the sex of the participants.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
5/13/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Civil Rights & Liberties Section of the State Bar opposes this legislation.
Assembly Bill 196
Assembly Bill 196
Relating to: designating athletic sports and teams operated or sponsored by public schools or private schools participating in a parental choice program based on the sex of the participants.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
5/13/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Civil Rights & Liberties Section of the State Bar opposes this legislation.
Assembly Bill 206
Assembly Bill 206
Relating to: the unemployment insurance waiting period. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/12/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The State Bar of Wisconsin's Civil Rights & Liberties Section supports this legislation.
Assembly Bill 258
Assembly Bill 258
Relating to: community-oriented policing-house grant program and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/13/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 323
Assembly Bill 323
Relating to: mandatory parenting classes.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
5/14/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The State Bar of Wisconsin's Family Law Section opposes this legislation.
Assembly Bill 329
Assembly Bill 329
Relating to: reporting the use of no-knock entry in the execution of a search warrant. (FE)

Bill Text and History

2021 Wisconsin Act 183

For
Notification Date
5/26/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 330
Assembly Bill 330
Relating to: school resource officers.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/26/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 331
Assembly Bill 331
Relating to: requiring prospective law enforcement officers to complete a psychological examination prior to employment as a law enforcement officer and granting rule-making authority. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/26/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 332
Assembly Bill 332
Relating to: crisis training for law enforcement officers. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/26/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 333
Assembly Bill 333
Relating to: crisis program enhancement grants. (FE)

Bill Text and History

2021 Wisconsin Act 184

For
Notification Date
5/26/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 334
Assembly Bill 334
Relating to: drug testing of law enforcement officers involved in certain critical incidents while on duty. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/26/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 335
Assembly Bill 335
Relating to: grants to law enforcement agencies for body cameras. (FE)

Bill Text and History

2021 Wisconsin Act 185

For
Notification Date
5/26/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 412
Assembly Bill 412
Relating to: creating a foster parents' bill of rights. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
10/7/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Children and the Law Section of the State Bar of Wisconsin opposes this legislation.
Assembly Bill 418
Assembly Bill 418
Relating to: the appointment of a guardian ad litem in a proceeding to grant reasonable visitation rights to a nonparent. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
6/30/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Family Law Section of the State Bar of Wisconsin is monitoring this legislation.
Assembly Bill 496
Assembly Bill 496
Relating to: requiring the Department of Financial Institutions to implement a section 529A ABLE savings account program and granting rule-making authority. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
9/22/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
State Bar's Elder Law and Special Needs Section actively supports
Assembly Bill 502
Assembly Bill 502
Relating to: access to an original impounded birth record. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
10/7/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Children and the Law Section of the State Bar of Wisconsin opposes this legislation.
Assembly Bill 503
Assembly Bill 503
Relating to: subsidized guardianship payments. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
8/26/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Children and the Law section of the State Bar of Wisconsin supports this legislation.
Assembly Bill 566
Assembly Bill 566
Relating to: adopting revisions to the state's uniform limited partnership law and the state's limited liability company law; making modifications to the state's uniform partnership law; procedures applicable to business corporations and nonstock corporati...

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
9/21/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
State Bar's Business Law Section actively supports
Assembly Bill 596
Assembly Bill 596
Relating to: P.O.D. accounts and loan obligations to financial institutions; payments for public deposit losses in failed financial institutions; automated teller machines; prohibiting requiring access boxes on buildings owned by financial institutions; pr...

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
10/5/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Real Property, Probate and Trust (RPPT) section of the State Bar is neutral on legislation with amendment.
Assembly Bill 626
Assembly Bill 626
Relating to: grounds for finding a child in need of protection or services or for terminating parental rights.

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
10/22/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Children and the Law Section of the State Bar of Wisconsin is monitoring this legislation.
Assembly Bill 627
Assembly Bill 627
Relating to: terminating parental rights based on the parent's incarceration. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/1/2022
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Children and the Law Section of the State Bar of WI supports the adoption of ASA1 to AB 627. The Section does not have a position on the underlying bill.
Assembly Bill 628
Assembly Bill 628
Relating to: elimination of a jury trial in a proceeding under the Children's Code. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
10/22/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Children and the Law Section of the State Bar of Wisconsin is monitoring this legislation.
Assembly Bill 629
Assembly Bill 629
Relating to: postadoption contact agreements.

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
10/22/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Children and the Law Section of the State Bar of Wisconsin is monitoring this legislation.
Assembly Bill 632
Assembly Bill 632
Relating to: duty to participate in an appeal of an order terminating parental rights. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
10/22/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Children and the Law Section of the State Bar of Wisconsin supports this legislation.
Assembly Bill 633
Assembly Bill 633
Relating to: the required annual exchange of financial information in an order for family support, child support, or maintenance.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
10/22/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Family Law Section of the State Bar of Wisconsin supports this legislation.
Assembly Bill 634
Assembly Bill 634
Relating to: allowing a court commissioner to address stipulated final legal separation hearings.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
10/22/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Family Law Section of the State Bar of Wisconsin supports this legislation.
Assembly Bill 707
Assembly Bill 707
Relating to: creating an exception to the 40-year recording requirement for recorded access easements.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/2/2022
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
Real Property, Probate and Trust Section supports the adoption of Assembly Amendment 2. Assembly Amendment 2 will help to avoid continued and ongoing property conflicts in regards to easements.
Assembly Bill 722
Assembly Bill 722
Relating to: stipulated orders before judgment in actions for divorce, annulment, or legal separation.

Bill Text and History

2021 Wisconsin Act 204

For
Notification Date
11/29/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Family Law Section of the State Bar of Wisconsin supports this legislation.
Assembly Bill 723
Assembly Bill 723
Relating to: procedures for de novo review in actions affecting the family.

Bill Text and History

2021 Wisconsin Act 205

For
Notification Date
11/29/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Family Law Section of the State Bar of Wisconsin supports this legislation.
Assembly Bill 829
Assembly Bill 829
Relating to: mandatory minimum sentence for three or more convictions for retail theft and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
1/11/2022
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Criminal Law Section of the State Bar of Wisconsin opposes this legislation.
Assembly Bill 838
Assembly Bill 838
Relating to: bail for criminal defendants who have a previous conviction for a felony or violent misdemeanor. (FE)

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
2/8/2022
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 840
Assembly Bill 840
Relating to: bail for criminal defendants who have a previous conviction for bail jumping. (FE)

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
2/8/2022
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 17
Senate Bill 17
Relating to: increased penalties for crimes against elder persons; restraining orders for elder persons; freezing assets of a defendant charged with financial exploitation of an elder person; sexual assault of an elder person; physical abuse of an elder pe...

Bill Text and History

2021 Wisconsin Act 76

For
Notification Date
2/1/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
Elder Law Special Needs Section Board voted to actively support
Senate Bill 18
Senate Bill 18
Relating to: expediting criminal proceedings when a victim or witness is an elder person and preserving the testimony of a crime victim or witness who is an elder person.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/1/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
Elder Law Special Needs Section Board voted to actively support
Senate Bill 19
Senate Bill 19
Relating to: financial exploitation of vulnerable adults.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/1/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
Elder Law and Special Needs Section Board voted to actively oppose due to concerns over age limit and F-POA acceptance issues.
Senate Bill 20
Senate Bill 20
Relating to: financial exploitation of vulnerable adults with securities accounts, violations of the Wisconsin Uniform Securities Law, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/1/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
Elder Law and Special Needs Section Board voted to actively oppose due to concerns over age limit and F-POA acceptance issues.
Senate Bill 24
Senate Bill 24
Relating to: prohibiting the out-of-home placement of a child with a person with a record of a crime against a child. (FE)

Bill Text and History

2021 Wisconsin Act 72

Against
Notification Date
2/18/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Children and the Law section opposes in principle this legislation.
Senate Bill 29
Senate Bill 29
Relating to: a disclaimer of parental rights and payments allowed in connection with an adoption.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
4/29/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Children and the Law Section of the State Bar of Wisconsin opposes this legislation.
Senate Bill 62
Senate Bill 62
Relating to: merit pay raises for state public defenders.

Bill Text and History

2021 Wisconsin Act 7

For
Notification Date
2/8/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 78
Senate Bill 78
Relating to: expungement of records of certain crimes and discrimination based on expunged conviction. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/8/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 106
Senate Bill 106
Relating to: judicial notice of certain court records relating to domestic violence or child abuse.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/15/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The State Bar of Wisconsin's Family Law section supports this legislation.
Senate Bill 116
Senate Bill 116
Relating to: modifications to legal custody or physical placement contingent upon a future event.

Bill Text and History

2021 Wisconsin Act 20

For
Notification Date
2/19/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The State Bar of Wisconsin's Family Law section actively supports this legislation.
Senate Bill 118
Senate Bill 118
Relating to: the creation of an independent use of force review advisory board. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/13/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 120
Senate Bill 120
Relating to: law enforcement agency policies on the use of force.

Bill Text and History

2021 Wisconsin Act 75

For
Notification Date
5/13/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 122
Senate Bill 122
Relating to: public access to policies regarding the use of force by law enforcement.

Bill Text and History

2021 Wisconsin Act 49

For
Notification Date
5/13/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 123
Senate Bill 123
Relating to: reporting of law enforcement use of force incidents. (FE)

Bill Text and History

2021 Wisconsin Act 50

For
Notification Date
5/13/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 124
Senate Bill 124
Relating to: community-oriented policing-house grant program and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

2021 Wisconsin Act 51

For
Notification Date
5/13/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 203
Senate Bill 203
Relating to: the secure delivery of absentee ballots and providing a penalty. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
6/3/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Civil Rights & Liberties Section of the State Bar opposes this legislation.
Senate Bill 206
Senate Bill 206
Relating to: status as an indefinitely confined voter for purposes of receiving absentee ballots automatically and providing a penalty. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
6/3/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Civil Rights & Liberties Section of the State Bar opposes this legislation.
Senate Bill 210
Senate Bill 210
Relating to: election observers and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
6/22/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Civil Rights & Liberties section of the State Bar of Wisconsin opposes this legislation.
Senate Bill 213
Senate Bill 213
Relating to: actions for violations of elections laws.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
6/3/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Civil Rights & Liberties Section of the State Bar opposes this legislation.
Senate Bill 224
Senate Bill 224
Relating to: the unemployment insurance waiting period. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/12/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The State Bar of Wisconsin's Civil Rights & Liberties Section supports this legislation.
Senate Bill 245
Senate Bill 245
Relating to: prosecuting or adjudicating delinquent a person under the age of 18 for committing an act of prostitution.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
3/25/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Children and the Law section of the State Bar of Wisconsin supports this legislation.
Senate Bill 322
Senate Bill 322
Relating to: designating athletic sports and teams operated or sponsored by public schools or private schools participating in a parental choice program based on the sex of the participants.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
5/13/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Civil Rights & Liberties Section of the State Bar opposes this legislation.
Senate Bill 323
Senate Bill 323
Relating to: designating University of Wisconsin and technical college sports and athletic teams based on the sex of the participants.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
5/13/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Civil Rights & Liberties Section of the State Bar opposes this legislation.
Senate Bill 333
Senate Bill 333
Relating to: mandatory parenting classes.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
5/11/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The State Bar of Wisconsin's Family Law section opposes this legislation.
Senate Bill 402
Senate Bill 402
Relating to: creating a foster parents' bill of rights. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
10/7/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Children and the Law Section of the State Bar of Wisconsin opposes this legislation.
Senate Bill 414
Senate Bill 414
Relating to: the appointment of a guardian ad litem in a proceeding to grant reasonable visitation rights to a nonparent. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
6/30/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Family Law Section of the State Bar of Wisconsin is monitoring this legislation.
Senate Bill 470
Senate Bill 470
Relating to: requiring prospective law enforcement officers to complete a psychological examination prior to employment as a law enforcement officer and granting rule-making authority. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
8/17/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 471
Senate Bill 471
Relating to: crisis training for law enforcement officers. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
8/17/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 472
Senate Bill 472
Relating to: reporting the use of no-knock entry in the execution of a search warrant. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
8/17/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 473
Senate Bill 473
Relating to: grants to law enforcement agencies for body cameras. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
8/17/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 474
Senate Bill 474
Relating to: school resource officers.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
8/17/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 475
Senate Bill 475
Relating to: crisis program enhancement grants. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
8/17/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 476
Senate Bill 476
Relating to: drug testing of law enforcement officers involved in certain critical incidents while on duty. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
8/17/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 483
Senate Bill 483
Relating to: access to an original impounded birth record. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
10/7/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Children and the Law Section of the State Bar of Wisconsin opposes this legislation.
Senate Bill 486
Senate Bill 486
Relating to: requiring the Department of Financial Institutions to implement a section 529A ABLE savings account program and granting rule-making authority. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
9/22/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
State Bar's Elder Law and Special Needs Section actively supports
Senate Bill 491
Senate Bill 491
Relating to: subsidized guardianship payments. (FE)

Bill Text and History

2021 Wisconsin Act 132

For
Notification Date
8/24/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Children and the Law Section of the State Bar of Wisconsin supports this legislation.
Senate Bill 566
Senate Bill 566
Relating to: adopting revisions to the state's uniform limited partnership law and the state's limited liability company law; making modifications to the state's uniform partnership law; procedures applicable to business corporations and nonstock corporati...

Bill Text and History

2021 Wisconsin Act 258

For
Notification Date
9/16/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
State Bar's Business Law Section voted to actively support
Senate Bill 595
Senate Bill 595
Relating to: terminating parental rights based on the parent's incarceration. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/1/2022
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Children and the Law Section of the State Bar of WI supports the adoption of SSA1 to SB 595. The Section does not have a position on the underlying bill.
Senate Bill 596
Senate Bill 596
Relating to: P.O.D. accounts and loan obligations to financial institutions; payments for public deposit losses in failed financial institutions; automated teller machines; prohibiting requiring access boxes on buildings owned by financial institutions; pr...

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
10/11/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Real Property, Probate and Trust (RPPT) section of the State Bar is neutral on legislation with amendment.
Senate Bill 599
Senate Bill 599
Relating to: elimination of a jury trial in a proceeding under the Children's Code. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
10/19/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Children and the Law Section of the State Bar of WI is monitoring this legislation.
Senate Bill 601
Senate Bill 601
Relating to: duty to participate in an appeal of an order terminating parental rights. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
10/11/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The State Bar of Wisconsin Children and the Law section supports this legislation.
Senate Bill 603
Senate Bill 603
Relating to: allowing a court commissioner to address stipulated final legal separation hearings.

Bill Text and History

2021 Wisconsin Act 169

For
Notification Date
10/21/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Family Law Section of the State Bar of Wisconsin supports this legislation.
Senate Bill 604
Senate Bill 604
Relating to: the required annual exchange of financial information in an order for family support, child support, or maintenance.

Bill Text and History

2021 Wisconsin Act 259

For
Notification Date
10/21/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Family Law Section of the State Bar of Wisconsin supports this legislation.
Senate Bill 682
Senate Bill 682
Relating to: creating an exception to the 40-year recording requirement for recorded access easements.

Bill Text and History

2021 Wisconsin Act 174

For
Notification Date
2/2/2022
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
Real Property, Probate and Trust Section supports the adoption of Senate Amendment 2. Senate Amendment 2 will help to avoid continued and ongoing property conflicts in regards to easements.
Senate Bill 686
Senate Bill 686
Relating to: postadoption contact agreements.

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
11/14/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Children and the Law Section of the State Bar of Wisconsin is monitoring this legislation.
Senate Bill 738
Senate Bill 738
Relating to: procedures for de novo review in actions affecting the family.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
12/2/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The State Bar of Wisconsin Family Law Section supports this legislation.
Senate Bill 739
Senate Bill 739
Relating to: stipulated orders before judgment in actions for divorce, annulment, or legal separation.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
12/2/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The State Bar of Wisconsin Family Law Section supports this legislation.
Senate Bill 850
Senate Bill 850
Relating to: mandatory minimum sentence for three or more convictions for retail theft and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
1/14/2022
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Criminal Law Section of the State Bar of Wisconsin opposes this legislation.
Senate Bill 856
Senate Bill 856
Relating to: bail for criminal defendants who have a previous conviction for a felony or violent misdemeanor. (FE)

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
2/8/2022
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 858
Senate Bill 858
Relating to: bail for criminal defendants who have a previous conviction for bail jumping. (FE)

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
2/8/2022
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Budget Bill Subjects

Administration: Departmentwide
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Administration: Departmentwide

Notification Date
5/11/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Comments
Civil Legal Needs Funding

Children and Families: Children and Family Services
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Children and Families: Children and Family Services

Notification Date
5/11/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Comments
TANF (Civil Legal Needs Funding)

Circuit Courts
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Circuit Courts

Notification Date
5/11/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Court of Appeals
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Court of Appeals

Notification Date
5/11/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

District Attorneys
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
District Attorneys

Notification Date
5/11/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Comments
Funding/Pay Progression

Financial Institutions: Departmentwide
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Financial Institutions: Departmentwide

Notification Date
5/11/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Comments
ABLE Acct. (ELSN Position)/Notary Fee Increase

Judicial Council
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Judicial Council

Notification Date
5/11/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Comments
Funding of the Judicial Council

Public Defender Board
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Public Defender Board

Notification Date
5/11/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Comments
Funding/Pay Progression/Private Bar Pay

Supreme Court
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Supreme Court

Notification Date
5/11/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Comments
Court Funding

Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number

Uniform Parentage Act
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Uniform Parentage Act

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
5/26/2022
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Bail reform - validated risk-assessment instrument as a basis for pretrial detention decisions
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Bail reform - validated risk-assessment instrument as a basis for pretrial detention decisions

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
1/11/2022
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Children and the Law section has an interest in adoption related legislation amending Ch. 48.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Children and the Law section has an interest in adoption related legislation amending Ch. 48.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
9/28/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Adoption of revisions to state's uniform limited partnership law, the state's limited liability company law, and modifications to the state's uniform partnership law.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Adoption of revisions to state's uniform limited partnership law, the state's limited liability company law, and modifications to the state's uniform partnership law.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
7/2/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Dormant lien clearance
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Dormant lien clearance

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
4/23/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Review the 120-day wait for divorces to be finalized in Ch. 767.335.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Review the 120-day wait for divorces to be finalized in Ch. 767.335.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
4/5/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Allowing court commissioners to approve stipulated legal separations.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Allowing court commissioners to approve stipulated legal separations.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
3/30/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Creation of ABLE Accounts in Wisconsin
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Creation of ABLE Accounts in Wisconsin

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
2/1/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

BICR Section actively supports the drafting of legislation in 815.18 that would create an exemptions for Health Savings Accounts or a similar plan or account.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
BICR Section actively supports the drafting of legislation in 815.18 that would create an exemptions for Health Savings Accounts or a similar plan or account.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
12/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Uniform Trust Code updates
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Uniform Trust Code updates

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
12/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

drafting and review of Adult Guardianship and Protective Proceedings Jurisdiction Act
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
drafting and review of Adult Guardianship and Protective Proceedings Jurisdiction Act

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
12/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Business Courts
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Business Courts

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
12/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Juvenile shackling
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Juvenile shackling

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
12/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Revised Limited Liability Corp. Act.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Revised Limited Liability Corp. Act.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
12/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Revised Business Partnership Act
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Revised Business Partnership Act

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
12/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

creation of asset preservation trusts
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
creation of asset preservation trusts

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
12/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Deployed parent/child placement
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Deployed parent/child placement

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
12/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Equal placement in custody matters
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Equal placement in custody matters

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
12/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Elimination of court reporters at Division of Hearings and Appeals hearings.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Elimination of court reporters at Division of Hearings and Appeals hearings.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
12/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Juvenile guardianship
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Juvenile guardianship

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
12/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Contingent placement
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Contingent placement

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
12/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Fiduciary Access to Digital Access/Wisconsin Digital Property Act
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Fiduciary Access to Digital Access/Wisconsin Digital Property Act

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
12/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Criminal Procedure Code
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Criminal Procedure Code

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
12/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Expungement/Court Records
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Expungement/Court Records

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
12/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Court funding issues
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Court funding issues

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
12/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

District Attorney staffing and funding
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
District Attorney staffing and funding

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
12/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Assigned counsel rates and Private Bar attorney reimbursements
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Assigned counsel rates and Private Bar attorney reimbursements

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
12/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

funding for civil legal services
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
funding for civil legal services

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
12/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

changes to Chapter 767
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
changes to Chapter 767

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
12/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

modifications to the statutory power of attorney act
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
modifications to the statutory power of attorney act

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
12/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

taxation of professional and legal services
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
taxation of professional and legal services

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
12/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

regulation of the unauthorized practice of law
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
regulation of the unauthorized practice of law

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
12/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

regulation of judicial elections and campaign funding
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
regulation of judicial elections and campaign funding

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
12/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

issues in juvenile justice and returning 17 year-olds to juvenile court
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
issues in juvenile justice and returning 17 year-olds to juvenile court

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
12/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

license of commercial bail bond agents and bail bond agencies and certification of commercial bail recovery agents
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
license of commercial bail bond agents and bail bond agencies and certification of commercial bail recovery agents

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
12/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

creating a single 16 year term for Supreme Court Justices
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
creating a single 16 year term for Supreme Court Justices

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
12/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Uniform Collaborative Law Act
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Uniform Collaborative Law Act

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
12/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

changes to adult guardianship (chapter 55)
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
changes to adult guardianship (chapter 55)

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
12/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

changes to Chapter 54 (guardianship)
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
changes to Chapter 54 (guardianship)

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
12/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Child support guidelines
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Child support guidelines

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
12/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Child support compliance/FoodShare benefits
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Child support compliance/FoodShare benefits

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
12/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Family treatment courts
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Family treatment courts

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
12/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

drafting of Uniform Power of Appointment Act
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
drafting of Uniform Power of Appointment Act

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
12/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Drafting of Benefit Corporation business
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Drafting of Benefit Corporation business

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
12/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

The Family Law Section of the State Bar of Wisconsin has an interest in the standard of review of court commissioner decisions.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
The Family Law Section of the State Bar of Wisconsin has an interest in the standard of review of court commissioner decisions.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
12/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

required exchange of financial information under Ch. 767
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
required exchange of financial information under Ch. 767

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
12/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

drafting of legislation to end the use of driver's license suspensions and warrants caused by nonpayment of tickets
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
drafting of legislation to end the use of driver's license suspensions and warrants caused by nonpayment of tickets

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
12/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

orders based on stipulation prior to judgement under Ch. 767
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
orders based on stipulation prior to judgement under Ch. 767

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
12/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Total Lobbying Effort

  2021
January - June
2021
July - December
2022
January - June
2022
July - December
Total
Total Lobbying Expenditures 2021
January - June
$157,954.36
2021
July - December
$138,573.43
2022
January - June
$127,749.22
2022
July - December
$77,569.32
Total $501,846.33
Total Hours Communicating 2021
January - June
194.75
2021
July - December
225.25
2022
January - June
182.75
2022
July - December
27.50
Total 630.25
Total Hours Other 2021
January - June
2010.50
2021
July - December
1425.25
2022
January - June
1378.00
2022
July - December
830.25
Total 5644.00

Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

No legislative bills/resolutions found.

Budget Bill Subjects

No budget bill subjects found.

Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings

No administrative rulemaking proceedings found.

Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number

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

Minor Efforts

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

Minor Efforts
2021
January - June
2021
July - December
2022
January - June
2022
July - December
Total
2021
January - June
90%
2021
July - December
100%
2022
January - June
100%
2022
July - December
100%
Total 96%

Other Matters

No other matters found.

Filed Statements of Lobbying Activity and Expenditures