Wisconsin Laborers District Council
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
An affiliation of local laborers' unions representing 7,000 construction craft laborers statewide.
Lobbying Interests:
Any areas affecting workers as well as issues of mutual benefit and concern to union members and signatory contractors.
An affiliation of local laborers' unions representing 7,000 construction craft laborers statewide.
Lobbying Interests:
Any areas affecting workers as well as issues of mutual benefit and concern to union members and signatory contractors.
Contact
KM
Kent Miller
4633 LIUNA Way, Ste 101
DeForest, WI 53532
(608) 846-8242
kmiller@liunawisconsin.org
http://www.wilaborers.org
4633 LIUNA Way, Ste 101
DeForest, WI 53532
(608) 846-8242
kmiller@liunawisconsin.org
http://www.wilaborers.org
Authorized Lobbyists
Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
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Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 147
Relating to: various changes to the unemployment insurance law and requiring approval by the Joint Committee on Finance of certain federally authorized unemployment benefits. (FE)
Bill Text and History
4/14/2023
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: various changes to the unemployment insurance law and requiring approval by the Joint Committee on Finance of certain federally authorized unemployment benefits. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date4/14/2023
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 149
Relating to: various changes to the unemployment insurance law. (FE)
Bill Text and History
4/14/2023
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: various changes to the unemployment insurance law. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date4/14/2023
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 150
Relating to: various changes to the unemployment insurance law, federal Reemployment Services and Eligibility Assessment grants, and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
4/14/2023
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: various changes to the unemployment insurance law, federal Reemployment Services and Eligibility Assessment grants, and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date4/14/2023
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 152
Relating to: various changes to the unemployment insurance law and authorizing the secretary of administration to transfer employees from any executive branch agency to the Department of Workforce Development for certain purposes. (FE)
Bill Text and History
4/14/2023
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: various changes to the unemployment insurance law and authorizing the secretary of administration to transfer employees from any executive branch agency to the Department of Workforce Development for certain purposes. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date4/14/2023
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 153
Relating to: the amount of benefits received under the unemployment insurance law. (FE)
Bill Text and History
4/14/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Relating to: the amount of benefits received under the unemployment insurance law. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date4/14/2023
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 180
Relating to: establishing a hotline for employers interested in hiring individuals with a conviction record. (FE)
Bill Text and History
8/30/2023
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: establishing a hotline for employers interested in hiring individuals with a conviction record. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date8/30/2023
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 258
Relating to: authorizing community solar programs and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
5/13/2023
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: authorizing community solar programs and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date5/13/2023
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 275
Relating to: damages claims relating to delayed relocation of utilities in a highway right-of-way and modifying administrative rules promulgated by the Department of Transportation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
5/18/2023
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: damages claims relating to delayed relocation of utilities in a highway right-of-way and modifying administrative rules promulgated by the Department of Transportation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date5/18/2023
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 438
Relating to: baseball park district administration and funding for improvement of professional baseball park facilities. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2023 Wisconsin Act 40
10/3/2023
First Communication Date
9/20/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Relating to: baseball park district administration and funding for improvement of professional baseball park facilities. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2023 Wisconsin Act 40
For
Notification Date10/3/2023
First Communication Date
9/20/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Assembly Bill 439
Relating to: funding for improvement of baseball park facilities and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2023 Wisconsin Act 41
10/3/2023
First Communication Date
9/20/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Relating to: funding for improvement of baseball park facilities and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2023 Wisconsin Act 41
For
Notification Date10/3/2023
First Communication Date
9/20/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Assembly Bill 470
Relating to: an incumbent transmission facility owner's right to construct, own, and maintain certain transmission facilities and Public Service Commission procedures if the transmission facility is a regionally cost-shared transmission line.
Bill Text and History
11/2/2023
First Communication Date
10/24/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Relating to: an incumbent transmission facility owner's right to construct, own, and maintain certain transmission facilities and Public Service Commission procedures if the transmission facility is a regionally cost-shared transmission line.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date11/2/2023
First Communication Date
10/24/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Assembly Bill 472
Relating to: construction contractor registration and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/13/2024
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: construction contractor registration and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/13/2024
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 621
Relating to: temporary limited easements for construction crane booms that pass over adjacent real property.
Bill Text and History
2/10/2024
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
Support so long as amendment is adopted requiring proof of licensure be filed with the register of deeds.
Relating to: temporary limited easements for construction crane booms that pass over adjacent real property.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/10/2024
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
Support so long as amendment is adopted requiring proof of licensure be filed with the register of deeds.
Assembly Bill 723
Relating to: local government competitive bidding thresholds and requiring school districts to utilize competitive bidding. (FE)
Bill Text and History
12/14/2023
First Communication Date
12/13/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Relating to: local government competitive bidding thresholds and requiring school districts to utilize competitive bidding. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date12/14/2023
First Communication Date
12/13/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Assembly Bill 779
Relating to: apprenticeship and youth apprenticeship completion awards, career and technical education incentive grants and completion awards, technical preparation programs in school districts and technical colleges, creating an individual income tax cred...
Bill Text and History
1/3/2024
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
LIUNA recognizes improvements from last session's proposal but still has serious concerns with some provisions and would rather incentivize sponsors for registered apprentices as that is the barrier to construction careers in WI right now.
Relating to: apprenticeship and youth apprenticeship completion awards, career and technical education incentive grants and completion awards, technical preparation programs in school districts and technical colleges, creating an individual income tax cred...
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date1/3/2024
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
LIUNA recognizes improvements from last session's proposal but still has serious concerns with some provisions and would rather incentivize sponsors for registered apprentices as that is the barrier to construction careers in WI right now.
Senate Bill 169
Relating to: establishing a hotline for employers interested in hiring individuals with a conviction record. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2023 Wisconsin Act 228
8/30/2023
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: establishing a hotline for employers interested in hiring individuals with a conviction record. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2023 Wisconsin Act 228
For
Notification Date8/30/2023
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 226
Relating to: authorizing community solar programs and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
5/13/2023
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: authorizing community solar programs and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date5/13/2023
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 270
Relating to: damages claims relating to delayed relocation of utilities in a highway right-of-way and modifying administrative rules promulgated by the Department of Transportation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2023 Wisconsin Act 46
5/13/2023
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: damages claims relating to delayed relocation of utilities in a highway right-of-way and modifying administrative rules promulgated by the Department of Transportation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2023 Wisconsin Act 46
For
Notification Date5/13/2023
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 481
Relating to: an incumbent transmission facility owner's right to construct, own, and maintain certain transmission facilities and Public Service Commission procedures if the transmission facility is a regionally cost-shared transmission line.
Bill Text and History
11/2/2023
First Communication Date
10/24/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Relating to: an incumbent transmission facility owner's right to construct, own, and maintain certain transmission facilities and Public Service Commission procedures if the transmission facility is a regionally cost-shared transmission line.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date11/2/2023
First Communication Date
10/24/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Senate Bill 589
Relating to: temporary limited easements for construction crane booms that pass over adjacent real property.
Bill Text and History
2/10/2024
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: temporary limited easements for construction crane booms that pass over adjacent real property.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date2/10/2024
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 688
Relating to: local government competitive bidding thresholds and requiring school districts to utilize competitive bidding. (FE)
Bill Text and History
12/14/2023
First Communication Date
12/13/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Relating to: local government competitive bidding thresholds and requiring school districts to utilize competitive bidding. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date12/14/2023
First Communication Date
12/13/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Budget Bill Subjects
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Transportation: State Highway Facilities
Transportation: State Highway Facilities
Notification Date
2/27/2023
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.
2/27/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Workforce Development: Workforce Development
Workforce Development: Workforce Development
Notification Date
2/27/2023
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.
2/27/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
Agency Name
Department of Administration (Adm)
Subject
Apprenticeship programs
Scope Statement
SS 080_22
2/2/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Department of Administration (Adm)
Subject
Apprenticeship programs
Scope Statement
SS 080_22
For
Notification Date2/2/2023
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
Issues and matters related to state and local transportation projects and funding
Issues and matters related to state and local transportation projects and funding
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/25/2023
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/25/2023
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.
Issues related to the relationship between employers and employees, worker rights, and collective bargaining.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Issues related to the relationship between employers and employees, worker rights, and collective bargaining.
Issues related to the relationship between employers and employees, worker rights, and collective bargaining.
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/25/2023
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/25/2023
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
Matters related to contractor and worker qualifications on state and local public works projects
Matters related to contractor and worker qualifications on state and local public works projects
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/25/2023
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/25/2023
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
Matters related to worker training and apprenticeship
Matters related to worker training and apprenticeship
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/25/2023
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/25/2023
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
2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
Total | |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Lobbying Expenditures | 2023 January - June $25,060.00 |
2023 July - December $24,000.00 |
2024 January - June $24,000.00 |
Total $73,060.00 |
Total Hours Communicating | 2023 January - June 10.75 |
2023 July - December 15.75 |
2024 January - June 9.75 |
Total 36.25 |
Total Hours Other | 2023 January - June 41.00 |
2023 July - December 26.75 |
2024 January - June 37.25 |
Total 105.00 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Relating to: authorizing community solar programs and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2023 January - June |
2023 July - December 5% |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total 1% |
Relating to: local government competitive bidding thresholds and requiring school districts to utilize competitive bidding. (FE)
2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2023 January - June |
2023 July - December 5% |
2024 January - June 10% |
2024 July - December |
Total 5% |
Relating to: local government competitive bidding thresholds and requiring school districts to utilize competitive bidding. (FE)
2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2023 January - June |
2023 July - December 5% |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total 1% |
Relating to: baseball park district administration and funding for improvement of professional baseball park facilities. (FE)
2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2023 January - June |
2023 July - December 10% |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total 3% |
Relating to: an incumbent transmission facility owner's right to construct, own, and maintain certain transmission facilities and Public Service Commission procedures if the transmission facility is a regionally cost-shared transmission line.
2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2023 January - June |
2023 July - December 10% |
2024 January - June 15% |
2024 July - December |
Total 8% |
Relating to: funding for improvement of baseball park facilities and making an appropriation. (FE)
2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2023 January - June |
2023 July - December 15% |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total 4% |
Relating to: apprenticeship and youth apprenticeship completion awards, career and technical education incentive grants and completion awards, technical preparation programs in school districts and technical colleges, creating an individual income tax credit for completing an apprenticeship program, rejection criteria for part-time open enrollment applications, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, and providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures. (FE)
2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2023 January - June |
2023 July - December 15% |
2024 January - June 25% |
2024 July - December |
Total 13% |
Budget Bill Subjects
2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2023 January - June 5% |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total 2% |
2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2023 January - June 10% |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total 4% |
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2023 January - June 10% |
2023 July - December 5% |
2024 January - June 5% |
2024 July - December |
Total 6% |
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2023 January - June 10% |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total 4% |
2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2023 January - June 15% |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 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