Wisconsin Society of Architects
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
Architects, members of the American Institute of Architects.
Lobbying Interests:
Legislation and rules affecting the profession and practice of architecture and the design and construction industry in Wisconsin, including taxation, liability, building codes, regulation and licensing, public buildings and related issues.
CEO Name:
William Babcock
Executive Director
Architects, members of the American Institute of Architects.
Lobbying Interests:
Legislation and rules affecting the profession and practice of architecture and the design and construction industry in Wisconsin, including taxation, liability, building codes, regulation and licensing, public buildings and related issues.
CEO Name:
William Babcock
Executive Director
Contact
WB
William Babcock
321 S Hamilton St
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 257-8477
(608) 257-0242
aiaw@aiaw.org
http://www.aiaw.org
321 S Hamilton St
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 257-8477
(608) 257-0242
aiaw@aiaw.org
http://www.aiaw.org
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
|---|---|---|---|
| William Babcock | Exclusive Duties N/A | Authorized On 11/27/2012 | Withdrawn On N/A |
Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
October 2013 Special Session Assembly Bill 4
Relating to: increasing the amount of the supplement to the federal historic rehabilitation tax credit. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2013 Wisconsin Act 62
10/16/2013
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: increasing the amount of the supplement to the federal historic rehabilitation tax credit. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2013 Wisconsin Act 62
For
Notification Date10/16/2013
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.
October 2013 Special Session Senate Bill 4
Relating to: increasing the amount of the supplement to the federal historic rehabilitation tax credit. (FE)
Bill Text and History
10/16/2013
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: increasing the amount of the supplement to the federal historic rehabilitation tax credit. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/16/2013
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 76
Relating to: a sales and use tax exemption for building materials that become a part of a facility for a local unit of government or nonprofit organization. (FE)
Bill Text and History
10/28/2013
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: a sales and use tax exemption for building materials that become a part of a facility for a local unit of government or nonprofit organization. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/28/2013
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 140
Relating to: indemnification provisions in contracts for the sale of services.
Bill Text and History
4/25/2013
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: indemnification provisions in contracts for the sale of services.
Bill Text and History
None
Notification Date4/25/2013
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 147
Relating to: increasing the amount of the supplement to the federal historic rehabilitation tax credit. (FE)
Bill Text and History
5/28/2013
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: increasing the amount of the supplement to the federal historic rehabilitation tax credit. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date5/28/2013
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 386
Relating to: the effect of changes in requirements for development-related permits or authorizations on persons who apply for the permits or authorizations.
Bill Text and History
10/24/2013
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 effect of changes in requirements for development-related permits or authorizations on persons who apply for the permits or authorizations.
Bill Text and History
None
Notification Date10/24/2013
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 568
Relating to: the effective date of administrative rules promulgated by state agencies (suggested as remedial legislation by the Legislative Reference Bureau).
Bill Text and History
2013 Wisconsin Act 172
2/19/2014
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 effective date of administrative rules promulgated by state agencies (suggested as remedial legislation by the Legislative Reference Bureau).
Bill Text and History
2013 Wisconsin Act 172
For
Notification Date2/19/2014
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 760
Relating to: a grant program to support creative industries, job creation, or economic development in this state and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/19/2014
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: a grant program to support creative industries, job creation, or economic development in this state and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/19/2014
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 782
Relating to: ordinances, variances, and rules relating to the constructing or altering of, or adding to, public buildings and buildings that are places of employment, the creation of a building code council, and inspections of public buildings and building...
Bill Text and History
2/26/2014
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: ordinances, variances, and rules relating to the constructing or altering of, or adding to, public buildings and buildings that are places of employment, the creation of a building code council, and inspections of public buildings and building...
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/26/2014
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 63
Relating to: the composition of the State Capitol and Executive Residence Board.
Bill Text and History
2013 Wisconsin Act 331
8/12/2013
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 composition of the State Capitol and Executive Residence Board.
Bill Text and History
2013 Wisconsin Act 331
None
Notification Date8/12/2013
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 130
Relating to: indemnification provisions in contracts for the sale of services.
Bill Text and History
4/25/2013
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: indemnification provisions in contracts for the sale of services.
Bill Text and History
None
Notification Date4/25/2013
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 132
Relating to: increasing the amount of the supplement to the federal historic rehabilitation tax credit. (FE)
Bill Text and History
9/13/2013
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
Members of the Wisconsin Society of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) support policies, programs and incentives that encourage the redevelopment of existing buildings and rehabilitation of historic structures, sites and places.
Relating to: increasing the amount of the supplement to the federal historic rehabilitation tax credit. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date9/13/2013
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
Members of the Wisconsin Society of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) support policies, programs and incentives that encourage the redevelopment of existing buildings and rehabilitation of historic structures, sites and places.
Senate Bill 379
Relating to: reviews of plans for building projects.
Bill Text and History
1/7/2014
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: reviews of plans for building projects.
Bill Text and History
None
Notification Date1/7/2014
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 544
Relating to: an addition to the 2013-15 Authorized State Building Program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/8/2014
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: an addition to the 2013-15 Authorized State Building Program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
None
Notification Date2/8/2014
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 564
Relating to: the elevation of buildings and structures located near the state capitol building.
Bill Text and History
3/5/2014
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 elevation of buildings and structures located near the state capitol building.
Bill Text and History
None
Notification Date3/5/2014
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 617
Relating to: ordinances, variances, and rules relating to the constructing or altering of, or adding to, public buildings and buildings that are places of employment, the creation of a building code council, and inspections of public buildings and building...
Bill Text and History
2013 Wisconsin Act 270
2/26/2014
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: ordinances, variances, and rules relating to the constructing or altering of, or adding to, public buildings and buildings that are places of employment, the creation of a building code council, and inspections of public buildings and building...
Bill Text and History
2013 Wisconsin Act 270
For
Notification Date2/26/2014
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.
January 2014 Special Session Assembly Bill 1
Relating to: reducing the lowest individual income tax rate; providing technical college property tax relief aid; establishing a technical college district revenue limit; the carry-back of net operating losses; the sales and use tax exemption for commercia...
Bill Text and History
2/6/2014
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: reducing the lowest individual income tax rate; providing technical college property tax relief aid; establishing a technical college district revenue limit; the carry-back of net operating losses; the sales and use tax exemption for commercia...
Bill Text and History
None
Notification Date2/6/2014
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.
January 2014 Special Session Senate Bill 1
Relating to: reducing the lowest individual income tax rate; providing technical college property tax relief aid; establishing a technical college district revenue limit; the carry-back of net operating losses; the sales and use tax exemption for commercia...
Bill Text and History
2013 Wisconsin Act 145
2/6/2014
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: reducing the lowest individual income tax rate; providing technical college property tax relief aid; establishing a technical college district revenue limit; the carry-back of net operating losses; the sales and use tax exemption for commercia...
Bill Text and History
2013 Wisconsin Act 145
None
Notification Date2/6/2014
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
Administration: Facilities Management and Facilities Development
Administration: Facilities Management and Facilities Development
Notification Date
3/25/2013
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
AIA Wisconsin, the state society of the American Institute of Architects, supports a capital budget that provides adequate funding for the state building program, including repairs, remodeling and new construction.
3/25/2013
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
AIA Wisconsin, the state society of the American Institute of Architects, supports a capital budget that provides adequate funding for the state building program, including repairs, remodeling and new construction.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Bonding Authorization
Bonding Authorization
Notification Date
3/25/2013
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
AIA Wisconsin, the state society of the American Institute of Architects, supports adequate bonding authority to expand the state building program and protect the investment in state facilities, reduce energy costs and stimulate economic activity.
3/25/2013
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
AIA Wisconsin, the state society of the American Institute of Architects, supports adequate bonding authority to expand the state building program and protect the investment in state facilities, reduce energy costs and stimulate economic activity.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Building Commission
Building Commission
Notification Date
3/25/2013
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
AIA Wisconsin, the state society of the American Institute of Architects, supports funding for the state building program to address backlog of building repairs and need for new facilities to help the state advance in the future.
3/25/2013
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
AIA Wisconsin, the state society of the American Institute of Architects, supports funding for the state building program to address backlog of building repairs and need for new facilities to help the state advance in the future.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
General Fund Taxes
General Fund Taxes
Notification Date
3/25/2013
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
AIA Wisconsin, the state society of the American Institute of Architects, supports incentives to encourage sustainable energy efficient buildings and redevelopment of existing buildings.
3/25/2013
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
AIA Wisconsin, the state society of the American Institute of Architects, supports incentives to encourage sustainable energy efficient buildings and redevelopment of existing buildings.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
General Fund Taxes: Sales and Excise Taxes
General Fund Taxes: Sales and Excise Taxes
Notification Date
3/25/2013
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.
3/25/2013
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
General Provisions
General Provisions
Notification Date
3/25/2013
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.
3/25/2013
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
Health Services: Care Facilities and Quality Assurance
Health Services: Care Facilities and Quality Assurance
Notification Date
3/25/2013
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.
3/25/2013
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
Historical Society
Historical Society
Notification Date
3/25/2013
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
AIA Wisconsin, the state society of the American Institute of Architects, supports programs to support sustainable architecture and encourage the redevelopment of existing buildings.
3/25/2013
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
AIA Wisconsin, the state society of the American Institute of Architects, supports programs to support sustainable architecture and encourage the redevelopment of existing buildings.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Safety and Professional Services: Departmentwide and Professional Regulation
Safety and Professional Services: Departmentwide and Professional Regulation
Notification Date
3/25/2013
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.
3/25/2013
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
University of Wisconsin System
University of Wisconsin System
Notification Date
3/25/2013
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.
3/25/2013
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
Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority
Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority
Notification Date
3/25/2013
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.
3/25/2013
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
CR 13-020 Electronic Signatures
A-E 2.02 (7)
Examining Board of Architects, Landscape Architects, Professional Engineers, Designers and Land Surveyors
DSPS
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
CR 13-020 Electronic Signatures A-E 2.02 (7) Examining Board of Architects, Landscape Architects, Professional Engineers, Designers and Land Surveyors DSPS
CR 13-020 Electronic Signatures A-E 2.02 (7) Examining Board of Architects, Landscape Architects, Professional Engineers, Designers and Land Surveyors DSPS
Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
4/25/2013
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
4/25/2013
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
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Lobbying Expenditures | 2013 January - June $8,527.74 |
2013 July - December $5,850.78 |
2014 January - June $9,053.33 |
2014 July - December $2,884.83 |
Total $26,316.68 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2013 January - June 5.75 |
2013 July - December 2.00 |
2014 January - June 9.00 |
2014 July - December 3.50 |
Total 20.25 |
| Total Hours Other | 2013 January - June 84.00 |
2013 July - December 59.75 |
2014 January - June 78.25 |
2014 July - December 24.75 |
Total 246.75 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Relating to: ordinances, variances, and rules relating to the constructing or altering of, or adding to, public buildings and buildings that are places of employment, the creation of a building code council, and inspections of public buildings and buildings that are places of employment, and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June 33% |
2014 July - December |
Total 11% |
Budget Bill Subjects
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June 19% |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total 6% |
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
No administrative rulemaking proceedings found.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
No topics found.
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