Wisconsin Waterfowl Association, Inc
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
The Wisconsin Waterfowl Association is a membership-based organization that derives it's funding from grassroots waterfowlers and those individuals committed to preserving the ecology and vibrancy of Wisconsin's waterfowling pursuits.
Lobbying Interests:
Topics affecting the Wisconsin Waterfowl Stamp program. Topics affecting the WI Waterfowl Management Plan. Topics affecting the conservation of habitat important to waterfowlers and waterfowl Topics affecting the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship program. Topics affecting the preservation of restoration of Wisconsin's wetland habitat Topics affecting the implementation of Wisconsin's waterfowl hunting season structure. Topics related to migratory birds.
The Wisconsin Waterfowl Association is a membership-based organization that derives it's funding from grassroots waterfowlers and those individuals committed to preserving the ecology and vibrancy of Wisconsin's waterfowling pursuits.
Lobbying Interests:
Topics affecting the Wisconsin Waterfowl Stamp program. Topics affecting the WI Waterfowl Management Plan. Topics affecting the conservation of habitat important to waterfowlers and waterfowl Topics affecting the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship program. Topics affecting the preservation of restoration of Wisconsin's wetland habitat Topics affecting the implementation of Wisconsin's waterfowl hunting season structure. Topics related to migratory birds.
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Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
|---|
Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 117
Relating to: hunting of sandhill cranes, programs related to sandhill crane damage, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
3/18/2025
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.
Comments
10,000 cranes were legally killed in WI last decade under ag depredation permits. The crane study committee produced this balanced approach to ag losses posed by a growing crane population, turning wastage into a field to table opportunity.
https://wisducks.org/responsible-sandhill-crane-hunt-in-wisconsin/
Relating to: hunting of sandhill cranes, programs related to sandhill crane damage, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/18/2025
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.
Comments
10,000 cranes were legally killed in WI last decade under ag depredation permits. The crane study committee produced this balanced approach to ag losses posed by a growing crane population, turning wastage into a field to table opportunity.
https://wisducks.org/responsible-sandhill-crane-hunt-in-wisconsin/
Assembly Bill 315
Relating to: the Warren Knowles-Gaylord Nelson stewardship 2000 program and a major land acquisitions program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/10/2025
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.
Supporting Documentation
06102025_050106_WWA letter of Support for AB315.docx
Relating to: the Warren Knowles-Gaylord Nelson stewardship 2000 program and a major land acquisitions program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/10/2025
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.
Supporting Documentation
06102025_050106_WWA letter of Support for AB315.docx
Senate Bill 112
Relating to: hunting of sandhill cranes, programs related to sandhill crane damage, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
3/18/2025
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.
Comments
10,000 cranes were legally killed in WI last decade under ag depredation permits. The crane study committee produced this balanced approach to ag losses posed by a growing crane population, turning wastage into a field to table opportunity.
https://wisducks.org/responsible-sandhill-crane-hunt-in-wisconsin/
Relating to: hunting of sandhill cranes, programs related to sandhill crane damage, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/18/2025
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.
Comments
10,000 cranes were legally killed in WI last decade under ag depredation permits. The crane study committee produced this balanced approach to ag losses posed by a growing crane population, turning wastage into a field to table opportunity.
https://wisducks.org/responsible-sandhill-crane-hunt-in-wisconsin/
Budget Bill Subjects
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Natural Resources: Departmentwide
Natural Resources: Departmentwide
Notification Date
5/20/2025
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.
5/20/2025
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.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Topics related to migratory birds.
Topics related to migratory birds.
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
2/7/2025
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
2/7/2025
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
Topics affecting the implementation of Wisconsin's waterfowl hunting season structure.
Topics affecting the implementation of Wisconsin's waterfowl hunting season structure.
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
2/7/2025
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
2/7/2025
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
Topics affecting the preservation of restoration of Wisconsin's wetland habitat
Topics affecting the preservation of restoration of Wisconsin's wetland habitat
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
2/7/2025
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
2/7/2025
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
Topics affecting the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship program
Topics affecting the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship program
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
2/7/2025
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
2/7/2025
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
Topics affecting the conservation of habitat important to waterfowlers and waterfowl
Topics affecting the conservation of habitat important to waterfowlers and waterfowl
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
2/7/2025
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
2/7/2025
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
Topics affecting the Wisconsin Waterfowl Management Plan
Topics affecting the Wisconsin Waterfowl Management Plan
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
2/7/2025
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
2/7/2025
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
Topics related to the Wisconsin Waterfowl Stamp program
Topics related to the Wisconsin Waterfowl Stamp program
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
2/7/2025
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
2/7/2025
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.
Total Lobbying Effort
| 2025 January - June |
Total | |
|---|---|---|
| Total Lobbying Expenditures | 2025 January - June $8,154.00 |
Total $8,154.00 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2025 January - June 51.50 |
Total 51.50 |
| Total Hours Other | 2025 January - June 79.20 |
Total 79.20 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Relating to: the Warren Knowles-Gaylord Nelson stewardship 2000 program and a major land acquisitions program. (FE)
| 2025 January - June |
2025 July - December |
2026 January - June |
2026 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 January - June 22% |
2025 July - December |
2026 January - June |
2026 July - December |
Total 22% |
Relating to: hunting of sandhill cranes, programs related to sandhill crane damage, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
| 2025 January - June |
2025 July - December |
2026 January - June |
2026 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 January - June 25% |
2025 July - December |
2026 January - June |
2026 July - December |
Total 25% |
Relating to: hunting of sandhill cranes, programs related to sandhill crane damage, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
| 2025 January - June |
2025 July - December |
2026 January - June |
2026 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 January - June 45% |
2025 July - December |
2026 January - June |
2026 July - December |
Total 45% |
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
| 2025 January - June |
2025 July - December |
2026 January - June |
2026 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 January - June 3% |
2025 July - December |
2026 January - June |
2026 July - December |
Total 3% |
| 2025 January - June |
2025 July - December |
2026 January - June |
2026 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 January - June 5% |
2025 July - December |
2026 January - June |
2026 July - December |
Total 5% |
Minor Efforts
No minor efforts found.
Other Matters
No other matters found.