Wisconsin School Social Workers Association
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
Social workers who work in Wisconsin schools.
Lobbying Interests:
Policies that will help school social workers empower children and families to be effective participants in the learning process.
CEO Name:
Nichole Grube
Social workers who work in Wisconsin schools.
Lobbying Interests:
Policies that will help school social workers empower children and families to be effective participants in the learning process.
CEO Name:
Nichole Grube
Contact
JO
Jack O'Meara
110 East Main Street, Ste 720
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 294-9746
jack@omearapublicaffairs.com
http://www.wsswa.org
110 East Main Street, Ste 720
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 294-9746
jack@omearapublicaffairs.com
http://www.wsswa.org
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
|---|
Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 60
Relating to: prohibiting the use of electronic monitoring for juveniles in truancy cases.
Bill Text and History
5/5/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: prohibiting the use of electronic monitoring for juveniles in truancy cases.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date5/5/2019
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 84
Relating to: imposing requirements related to school lunch and breakfast programs in certain schools. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/7/2019
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
WSSWA supports, but would like bill to read: "every effort will be made to engage the parents/guardians in the process of filling out the lunch application by encouraging them to fill out the application themselves and/or by offering assistance."
Relating to: imposing requirements related to school lunch and breakfast programs in certain schools. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/7/2019
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
WSSWA supports, but would like bill to read: "every effort will be made to engage the parents/guardians in the process of filling out the lunch application by encouraging them to fill out the application themselves and/or by offering assistance."
Assembly Bill 111
Relating to: prohibiting conversion therapy.
Bill Text and History
5/6/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: prohibiting conversion therapy.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date5/6/2019
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 377
Relating to: requiring sexual abuse prevention education. (FE)
Bill Text and History
10/18/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: requiring sexual abuse prevention education. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/18/2019
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 378
Relating to: teen dating violence prevention education. (FE)
Bill Text and History
10/18/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: teen dating violence prevention education. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/18/2019
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 528
Relating to: grants to support peer-to-peer suicide prevention programs in high schools, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2019 Wisconsin Act 83
11/21/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: grants to support peer-to-peer suicide prevention programs in high schools, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2019 Wisconsin Act 83
For
Notification Date11/21/2019
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 585
Relating to: the seclusion and physical restraint of pupils.
Bill Text and History
11/21/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: the seclusion and physical restraint of pupils.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date11/21/2019
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 605
Relating to: reports on bills requiring occupational licenses. (FE)
Bill Text and History
1/7/2020
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.
Relating to: reports on bills requiring occupational licenses. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date1/7/2020
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.
Assembly Bill 675
Relating to: aid for driver education courses, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
12/18/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: aid for driver education courses, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date12/18/2019
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 727
Relating to: per pupil payments to private schools participating in parental choice programs. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/15/2020
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.
Relating to: per pupil payments to private schools participating in parental choice programs. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/15/2020
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.
Assembly Bill 728
Relating to: teacher licensure in parental choice programs and in the Special Needs Scholarship Program and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/15/2020
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.
Relating to: teacher licensure in parental choice programs and in the Special Needs Scholarship Program and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/15/2020
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.
Assembly Bill 729
Relating to: state aid to the resident school district of a pupil attending a private school under the Racine or statewide parental choice program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/15/2020
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.
Relating to: state aid to the resident school district of a pupil attending a private school under the Racine or statewide parental choice program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/15/2020
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.
Assembly Bill 730
Relating to: phasing out the Special Needs Scholarship Program and limiting enrollment in parental choice programs. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/15/2020
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.
Relating to: phasing out the Special Needs Scholarship Program and limiting enrollment in parental choice programs. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/15/2020
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.
Senate Bill 107
Relating to: prohibiting conversion therapy.
Bill Text and History
5/6/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: prohibiting conversion therapy.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date5/6/2019
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 138
Relating to: professional development training in character education for teachers, pupil service professionals, principals, and school district administrators, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
4/16/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: professional development training in character education for teachers, pupil service professionals, principals, and school district administrators, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date4/16/2019
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 311
Relating to: threat to use a dangerous weapon on school property to injure or kill a person and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
8/22/2019
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.
Supporting Documentation
20190822_WSSWA SB 311 Testimony.pdf
Relating to: threat to use a dangerous weapon on school property to injure or kill a person and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date8/22/2019
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.
Supporting Documentation
20190822_WSSWA SB 311 Testimony.pdf
Senate Bill 347
Relating to: requiring sexual abuse prevention education. (FE)
Bill Text and History
10/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: requiring sexual abuse prevention education. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/28/2019
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 420
Relating to: teen dating violence prevention education. (FE)
Bill Text and History
10/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: teen dating violence prevention education. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/28/2019
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 498
Relating to: grants to support peer-to-peer suicide prevention programs in high schools, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
11/21/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: grants to support peer-to-peer suicide prevention programs in high schools, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date11/21/2019
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 527
Relating to: the seclusion and physical restraint of pupils.
Bill Text and History
2019 Wisconsin Act 118
11/21/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: the seclusion and physical restraint of pupils.
Bill Text and History
2019 Wisconsin Act 118
For
Notification Date11/21/2019
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 541
Relating to: reports on bills requiring occupational licenses. (FE)
Bill Text and History
1/7/2020
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.
Relating to: reports on bills requiring occupational licenses. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date1/7/2020
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.
Senate Bill 658
Relating to: phasing out the Special Needs Scholarship Program and limiting enrollment in parental choice programs. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/15/2020
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.
Relating to: phasing out the Special Needs Scholarship Program and limiting enrollment in parental choice programs. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/15/2020
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.
Senate Bill 659
Relating to: per pupil payments to private schools participating in parental choice programs. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/15/2020
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.
Relating to: per pupil payments to private schools participating in parental choice programs. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/15/2020
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.
Senate Bill 660
Relating to: teacher licensure in parental choice programs and in the Special Needs Scholarship Program and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/15/2020
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.
Relating to: teacher licensure in parental choice programs and in the Special Needs Scholarship Program and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/15/2020
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.
Senate Bill 661
Relating to: state aid to the resident school district of a pupil attending a private school under the Racine or statewide parental choice program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/15/2020
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.
Relating to: state aid to the resident school district of a pupil attending a private school under the Racine or statewide parental choice program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/15/2020
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.
Budget Bill Subjects
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Public Instruction: Aids to Libraries, Individuals and Organizations
Public Instruction: Aids to Libraries, Individuals and Organizations
Notification Date
7/30/2019
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.
7/30/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Public Instruction: Departmentwide
Public Instruction: Departmentwide
Notification Date
7/30/2019
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.
7/30/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
Agency Name
Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling, and Social Worker Examining Board (MPSW)
Subject
Unprofessional conduct
Scope Statement
SS 060_18
7/1/2020
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.
Comments
WSSWA supports the rule as proposed because it would classify as unprofessional conduct the promotion of conversion therapy.
Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling, and Social Worker Examining Board (MPSW)
Subject
Unprofessional conduct
Scope Statement
SS 060_18
For
Notification Date7/1/2020
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.
Comments
WSSWA supports the rule as proposed because it would classify as unprofessional conduct the promotion of conversion therapy.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Clearinghouse Rule 19-166, relating to unprofessional conduct.
Clearinghouse Rule 19-166, relating to unprofessional conduct.
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
6/24/2020
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
6/24/2020
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Implementation of the law relating to school violence threat assessment and reporting.
Implementation of the law relating to school violence threat assessment and reporting.
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
2/26/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
2/26/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
DPI budget.
DPI budget.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/28/2019
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.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
DPI mental health initiative
DPI mental health initiative
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
12/15/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
12/15/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Possible changes to licensure contained in PI 34.
Possible changes to licensure contained in PI 34.
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/15/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/15/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
WSSWA supports legislation, like AB 65 as it was originally drafted, that would require background checks for the purchase of firearms.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
WSSWA supports legislation, like AB 65 as it was originally drafted, that would require background checks for the purchase of firearms.
WSSWA supports legislation, like AB 65 as it was originally drafted, that would require background checks for the purchase of firearms.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
12/15/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
12/15/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Total Lobbying Effort
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Lobbying Expenditures | 2019 January - June $3,000.00 |
2019 July - December $3,000.00 |
2020 January - June $3,000.00 |
2020 July - December $3,000.00 |
Total $12,000.00 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2019 January - June 4.75 |
2019 July - December 5.50 |
2020 January - June 1.50 |
2020 July - December 2.00 |
Total 13.75 |
| Total Hours Other | 2019 January - June 10.75 |
2019 July - December 22.25 |
2020 January - June 17.50 |
2020 July - December 12.25 |
Total 62.75 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Relating to: imposing requirements related to school lunch and breakfast programs in certain schools. (FE)
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 25% |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total 9% |
Relating to: threat to use a dangerous weapon on school property to injure or kill a person and providing a penalty.
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 40% |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total 14% |
Budget Bill Subjects
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December 20% |
Total 4% |
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December 20% |
Total 4% |
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June 75% |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total 15% |
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 15% |
2020 January - June 60% |
2020 July - December 40% |
Total 28% |
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June 10% |
2020 July - December |
Total 2% |
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