Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
Dairy manufacturers and suppliers.
Lobbying Interests:
Policy areas including dairy regulation; environmental policy and regulation; taxation and labor issues; dairy producer related legislation; food safety issues; transportation.
CEO Name:
John Umhoefer
Dairy manufacturers and suppliers.
Lobbying Interests:
Policy areas including dairy regulation; environmental policy and regulation; taxation and labor issues; dairy producer related legislation; food safety issues; transportation.
CEO Name:
John Umhoefer
Contact
JTU
John T. Umhoefer
5117 West Terrace Drive Suite 402
Madison, WI 53718
(608) 286-1001
jumhoefer@wischeesemakers.org
http://www.wischeesemakers.org
5117 West Terrace Drive Suite 402
Madison, WI 53718
(608) 286-1001
jumhoefer@wischeesemakers.org
http://www.wischeesemakers.org
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
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Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 118
Relating to: a transition to grazing pilot program and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/3/2025
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: a transition to grazing pilot program and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/3/2025
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 219
Relating to: a tax credit for rail infrastructure modernization. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/3/2025
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: a tax credit for rail infrastructure modernization. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/3/2025
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 113
Relating to: a transition to grazing pilot program and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/3/2025
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: a transition to grazing pilot program and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/3/2025
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 213
Relating to: a tax credit for rail infrastructure modernization. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/3/2025
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: a tax credit for rail infrastructure modernization. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/3/2025
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.
Budget Bill Subjects
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection: Agriculture Development Services
Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection: Agriculture Development Services
Notification Date
2/21/2025
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
WCMA members support a $2 million annual investment in the Wisconsin Initiative for Agricultural Exports, a $1 million annual investment in the Dairy Processor Grant program, and a $30 million investment to address food insecurity.
2/21/2025
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
WCMA members support a $2 million annual investment in the Wisconsin Initiative for Agricultural Exports, a $1 million annual investment in the Dairy Processor Grant program, and a $30 million investment to address food insecurity.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Children and Families: Economic Support
Children and Families: Economic Support
Notification Date
2/21/2025
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
WCMA members champion programs supported by state dollars to provide accessible, affordable childcare, particularly in rural Wisconsin communities.
2/21/2025
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
WCMA members champion programs supported by state dollars to provide accessible, affordable childcare, particularly in rural Wisconsin communities.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
General Provisions
General Provisions
Notification Date
2/21/2025
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
WCMA members continue to urge state action to ban the labeling of milk, dairy products, or dairy ingredients if the food is not made from the milk of a cow, sheep, goat, or camelid mammal.
2/21/2025
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
WCMA members continue to urge state action to ban the labeling of milk, dairy products, or dairy ingredients if the food is not made from the milk of a cow, sheep, goat, or camelid mammal.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Transportation: Local Transportation Assistance
Transportation: Local Transportation Assistance
Notification Date
2/21/2025
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
WCMA members encourage inclusion of another $150 million for ARIP in the base budget in 2025-26 and future cycles.
2/21/2025
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
WCMA members encourage inclusion of another $150 million for ARIP in the base budget in 2025-26 and future cycles.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Confirmation of Secretary-designee Kristina Boardman to lead Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Confirmation of Secretary-designee Kristina Boardman to lead Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
6/24/2025
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.
Supporting Documentation
06242025_110458_Boardman.Confirmation.WCMA.6.24.25 (1).pdf
Legislative matter
Notification Date
6/24/2025
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.
Supporting Documentation
06242025_110458_Boardman.Confirmation.WCMA.6.24.25 (1).pdf
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Food Security
Food Security
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/8/2025
First Communication Date
1/6/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/8/2025
First Communication Date
1/6/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Agricultural Road Improvement Program
Agricultural Road Improvement Program
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/8/2025
First Communication Date
1/6/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/8/2025
First Communication Date
1/6/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Dairy Processor Grants
Dairy Processor Grants
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/8/2025
First Communication Date
1/6/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/8/2025
First Communication Date
1/6/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Rulemaking Related to Land Application of Industrial Wastewater
Rulemaking Related to Land Application of Industrial Wastewater
Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
1/4/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
1/4/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The 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
Rulemaking Related to NR 151, Control of Nitrates in Highly Permeable Soils
Rulemaking Related to NR 151, Control of Nitrates in Highly Permeable Soils
Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
1/4/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
1/4/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The 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
Rulemaking Related to NR 214, Nitrogen Limits for Soil Treatment Systems
Rulemaking Related to NR 214, Nitrogen Limits for Soil Treatment Systems
Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
1/4/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
1/4/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The 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
Broadband Access and Affordability
Broadband Access and Affordability
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/4/2025
First Communication Date
1/6/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/4/2025
First Communication Date
1/6/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Dairy Innovation Hub Funding
Dairy Innovation Hub Funding
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/4/2025
First Communication Date
1/6/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/4/2025
First Communication Date
1/6/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
DATCP Funding
DATCP Funding
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/4/2025
First Communication Date
1/6/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/4/2025
First Communication Date
1/6/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Raw Milk Sales
Raw Milk Sales
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/4/2025
First Communication Date
1/6/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Comments
WCMA members oppose raw milk sales due to public health and economic risks.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/4/2025
First Communication Date
1/6/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Comments
WCMA members oppose raw milk sales due to public health and economic risks.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Truth-in-Food Labeling
Truth-in-Food Labeling
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/4/2025
First Communication Date
1/6/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Comments
WCMA members strongly oppose the use of "milk," "cheese," or other dairy terms for foods made from milk alternatives.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/4/2025
First Communication Date
1/6/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Comments
WCMA members strongly oppose the use of "milk," "cheese," or other dairy terms for foods made from milk alternatives.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Wisconsin Initiative for Agricultural Exports
Wisconsin Initiative for Agricultural Exports
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/4/2025
First Communication Date
1/6/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/4/2025
First Communication Date
1/6/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Workforce Support
Workforce Support
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/4/2025
First Communication Date
1/6/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/4/2025
First Communication Date
1/6/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Total Lobbying Effort
No certified reports found.
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
No topics found.
Minor Efforts
No minor efforts found.
Other Matters
No other matters found.