Wind on the Wires
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
To advance the development of wind power in the Upper Midwest. Environmental organizations, clean energy advocates, and wind developers.
Lobbying Interests:
Promotion of the development of wind energy as a state policy.
Title:
Director
To advance the development of wind power in the Upper Midwest. Environmental organizations, clean energy advocates, and wind developers.
Lobbying Interests:
Promotion of the development of wind energy as a state policy.
Title:
Director
Contact
BS
Beth Soholt
1619 Dayton Avenue, Suite 203
St Paul, MN 55104
(651) 644-3400
bsoholt@windonthewires.org
www.windonthewires.org
1619 Dayton Avenue, Suite 203
St Paul, MN 55104
(651) 644-3400
bsoholt@windonthewires.org
www.windonthewires.org
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
|---|---|---|---|
| Curt Pawlisch | Exclusive Duties N/A | Authorized On 1/6/2011 | Withdrawn On N/A |
| Jeffrey Vercauteren | Exclusive Duties N/A | Authorized On 1/6/2011 | Withdrawn On N/A |
| Josh Gackle | Exclusive Duties N/A | Authorized On 1/6/2011 | Withdrawn On N/A |
| Shaina Kilcoyne | Exclusive Duties N/A | Authorized On 1/6/2011 | Withdrawn On 11/14/2011 |
| Lee Cullen | Exclusive Duties N/A | Authorized On 4/29/2011 | Withdrawn On N/A |
| Chris Kunkle | Exclusive Duties N/A | Authorized On 2/8/2012 | Withdrawn On N/A |
Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
January 2011 Special Session Assembly Bill 9
Relating to: requirements for wind energy systems, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority.
Bill Text and History
1/31/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Relating to: requirements for wind energy systems, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date1/31/2011
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.
January 2011 Special Session Senate Bill 9
Relating to: requirements for wind energy systems, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority.
Bill Text and History
1/31/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Relating to: requirements for wind energy systems, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date1/31/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 72
Relating to: wind energy system rules.
Bill Text and History
4/19/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Relating to: wind energy system rules.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date4/19/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 114
Relating to: eligibility of hydroelectric resources under the renewable portfolio standard.
Bill Text and History
5/26/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Relating to: eligibility of hydroelectric resources under the renewable portfolio standard.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date5/26/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 146
Relating to: use of renewable resource credits to comply with renewable portfolio standards.
Bill Text and History
5/27/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Relating to: use of renewable resource credits to comply with renewable portfolio standards.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date5/27/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 527
Relating to: commissioners of the Public Service Commission; notices, orders, and determinations of the commission; certificates of authority issued by the commission; approval of contracts by the commission; electricity sales from certain wholesale mercha...
Bill Text and History
2/15/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Relating to: commissioners of the Public Service Commission; notices, orders, and determinations of the commission; certificates of authority issued by the commission; approval of contracts by the commission; electricity sales from certain wholesale mercha...
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date2/15/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 50
Relating to: wind energy system rules.
Bill Text and History
4/19/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Relating to: wind energy system rules.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date4/19/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 81
Relating to: eligibility of hydroelectric resources under the renewable portfolio standard.
Bill Text and History
2011 Wisconsin Act 34
5/26/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Relating to: eligibility of hydroelectric resources under the renewable portfolio standard.
Bill Text and History
2011 Wisconsin Act 34
Against
Notification Date5/26/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 263
Relating to: setback requirements for wind energy systems and granting rule-making authority.
Bill Text and History
11/12/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Relating to: setback requirements for wind energy systems and granting rule-making authority.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date11/12/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 428
Relating to: commissioners of the Public Service Commission; notices, orders, and determinations of the commission; certificates of authority issued by the commission; approval of contracts by the commission; electricity sales from certain wholesale mercha...
Bill Text and History
2011 Wisconsin Act 155
2/15/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Relating to: commissioners of the Public Service Commission; notices, orders, and determinations of the commission; certificates of authority issued by the commission; approval of contracts by the commission; electricity sales from certain wholesale mercha...
Bill Text and History
2011 Wisconsin Act 155
Other
Notification Date2/15/2012
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
Agency Name
Public Service Commission
Subject
PSC 128, wind siting rules.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 647 (11/15/2009)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 10-057
1/1/2011
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.
Public Service Commission
Subject
PSC 128, wind siting rules.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 647 (11/15/2009)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 10-057
None
Notification Date1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Development, drafting, or introduction of proposals related to wind energy.
Development, drafting, or introduction of proposals related to wind energy.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/15/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/15/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Development, drafting, or introduction of proposals related to wind energy.
Development, drafting, or introduction of proposals related to wind energy.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Global Warming Task Force recommendations.
Global Warming Task Force recommendations.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
dnr.wi.gov/environmentprotect/gtfgw/
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
dnr.wi.gov/environmentprotect/gtfgw/
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Siting wind energy systems.
Siting wind energy systems.
Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
1/1/2011
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Total Lobbying Effort
| 2011 January - June |
2011 July - December |
2012 January - June |
2012 July - December |
Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Lobbying Expenditures | 2011 January - June $50,965.14 |
2011 July - December $30,965.49 |
2012 January - June $18,786.39 |
2012 July - December $3,000.00 |
Total $103,717.03 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2011 January - June 32.70 |
2011 July - December 18.30 |
2012 January - June 16.00 |
2012 July - December 5.80 |
Total 72.80 |
| Total Hours Other | 2011 January - June 451.20 |
2011 July - December 171.90 |
2012 January - June 111.80 |
2012 July - December 77.40 |
Total 812.30 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Relating to: eligibility of hydroelectric resources under the renewable portfolio standard.
| 2011 January - June |
2011 July - December |
2012 January - June |
2012 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 January - June 3% |
2011 July - December |
2012 January - June |
2012 July - December |
Total 2% |
Relating to: eligibility of hydroelectric resources under the renewable portfolio standard.
| 2011 January - June |
2011 July - December |
2012 January - June |
2012 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 January - June 3% |
2011 July - December |
2012 January - June |
2012 July - December |
Total 2% |
Relating to: requirements for wind energy systems, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority.
| 2011 January - June |
2011 July - December |
2012 January - June |
2012 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 January - June 9% |
2011 July - December |
2012 January - June |
2012 July - December |
Total 5% |
Relating to: requirements for wind energy systems, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority.
| 2011 January - June |
2011 July - December |
2012 January - June |
2012 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 January - June 9% |
2011 July - December |
2012 January - June |
2012 July - December |
Total 5% |
Relating to: wind energy system rules.
| 2011 January - June |
2011 July - December |
2012 January - June |
2012 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 January - June 14% |
2011 July - December 5% |
2012 January - June 25% |
2012 July - December |
Total 12% |
Relating to: wind energy system rules.
| 2011 January - June |
2011 July - December |
2012 January - June |
2012 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 January - June 14% |
2011 July - December 5% |
2012 January - June 25% |
2012 July - December |
Total 12% |
Relating to: use of renewable resource credits to comply with renewable portfolio standards.
| 2011 January - June |
2011 July - December |
2012 January - June |
2012 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 January - June 14% |
2011 July - December 30% |
2012 January - June 10% |
2012 July - December |
Total 16% |
Relating to: setback requirements for wind energy systems and granting rule-making authority.
| 2011 January - June |
2011 July - December |
2012 January - June |
2012 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 January - June |
2011 July - December 5% |
2012 January - June |
2012 July - December |
Total 1% |
Relating to: commissioners of the Public Service Commission; notices, orders, and determinations of the commission; certificates of authority issued by the commission; approval of contracts by the commission; electricity sales from certain wholesale merchant plants; public utility removal of certain electric service lines; renewable resource credits; tampering or interfering with utility equipment; granting rule-making authority; and providing penalties.
| 2011 January - June |
2011 July - December |
2012 January - June |
2012 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 January - June |
2011 July - December |
2012 January - June 5% |
2012 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: commissioners of the Public Service Commission; notices, orders, and determinations of the commission; certificates of authority issued by the commission; approval of contracts by the commission; electricity sales from certain wholesale merchant plants; public utility removal of certain electric service lines; renewable resource credits; tampering or interfering with utility equipment; granting rule-making authority; and providing penalties.
| 2011 January - June |
2011 July - December |
2012 January - June |
2012 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 January - June |
2011 July - December |
2012 January - June 5% |
2012 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Budget Bill Subjects
No budget bill subjects found.
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
| 2011 January - June |
2011 July - December |
2012 January - June |
2012 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 January - June 26% |
2011 July - December 30% |
2012 January - June 20% |
2012 July - December 40% |
Total 27% |
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
| 2011 January - June |
2011 July - December |
2012 January - June |
2012 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 January - June |
2011 July - December 20% |
2012 January - June 5% |
2012 July - December |
Total 5% |
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