Wisconsin Dental Association
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
Regulations and laws impacting the provision of dental care and the practice of dentistry
Lobbying Interests:
Regulation of the practice of dentistry; public health issues; appointments to the Dentistry Examing Board; delegation of duties to unlicensed persons; dental hygiene; Marquette University School of Dentistry; third party payor; insurance benefits; dental office waste.
CEO Name:
Mark Paget
Director
Regulations and laws impacting the provision of dental care and the practice of dentistry
Lobbying Interests:
Regulation of the practice of dentistry; public health issues; appointments to the Dentistry Examing Board; delegation of duties to unlicensed persons; dental hygiene; Marquette University School of Dentistry; third party payor; insurance benefits; dental office waste.
CEO Name:
Mark Paget
Director
Contact
MB
Mara Brooks
10 East Doty Street, Ste 509
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 250-3442
(608) 282-7716
mbrooks@wda.org
http://wda.org
10 East Doty Street, Ste 509
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 250-3442
(608) 282-7716
mbrooks@wda.org
http://wda.org
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mara A Brooks | Exclusive Duties N/A | Authorized On 1/3/2013 | Withdrawn On N/A |
| Mark Paget | Exclusive Duties N/A | Authorized On 1/3/2013 | Withdrawn On N/A |
| Forbes McIntosh | Exclusive Duties N/A | Authorized On 1/3/2013 | Withdrawn On N/A |
| Gregory Hubbard | Exclusive Duties N/A | Authorized On 1/4/2013 | Withdrawn On N/A |
| Jason Bauknecht | Exclusive Duties N/A | Authorized On 1/4/2013 | Withdrawn On N/A |
| Ramie Zelenkova | Exclusive Duties N/A | Authorized On 1/4/2013 | Withdrawn On N/A |
| Peter C Christianson | Exclusive Duties N/A | Authorized On 9/3/2013 | Withdrawn On N/A |
Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 107
Relating to: an entertainer's surety bond. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2013 Wisconsin Act 349
8/2/2013
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
The WDA supports this bill proposal because, if passed, it would facilitate our arrangements with expert clinical speakers from other states who we recruit to provide continuing education courses for member dentists.
Relating to: an entertainer's surety bond. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2013 Wisconsin Act 349
For
Notification Date8/2/2013
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
The WDA supports this bill proposal because, if passed, it would facilitate our arrangements with expert clinical speakers from other states who we recruit to provide continuing education courses for member dentists.
Assembly Bill 109
Relating to: fees for dental services.
Bill Text and History
2013 Wisconsin Act 26
4/1/2013
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
The WDA strongly supports this legislation as an effort to keep transparency and fairness alive in the dental marketplace.
Supporting Documentation
20130401_094642_WDA Memo to All Leg for 2013 Bill Dec 2012.pdf
Relating to: fees for dental services.
Bill Text and History
2013 Wisconsin Act 26
For
Notification Date4/1/2013
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
The WDA strongly supports this legislation as an effort to keep transparency and fairness alive in the dental marketplace.
Supporting Documentation
20130401_094642_WDA Memo to All Leg for 2013 Bill Dec 2012.pdf
Assembly Bill 120
Relating to: inadmissibility of a statement of apology or condolence by a health care provider.
Bill Text and History
2013 Wisconsin Act 242
5/29/2013
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: inadmissibility of a statement of apology or condolence by a health care provider.
Bill Text and History
2013 Wisconsin Act 242
For
Notification Date5/29/2013
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 270
Relating to: additional providers in the volunteer health care provider program and proof of financial responsibility and malpractice insurance requirements for certain advanced practice nurses serving as volunteer health care providers. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2013 Wisconsin Act 344
9/12/2013
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: additional providers in the volunteer health care provider program and proof of financial responsibility and malpractice insurance requirements for certain advanced practice nurses serving as volunteer health care providers. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2013 Wisconsin Act 344
For
Notification Date9/12/2013
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.
Assembly Bill 498
Relating to: student loans, the individual income tax subtract modification for tuition and student fees, creating an authority, to be known as the Wisconsin Student Loan Refinancing Authority, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (...
Bill Text and History
2/5/2014
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: student loans, the individual income tax subtract modification for tuition and student fees, creating an authority, to be known as the Wisconsin Student Loan Refinancing Authority, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (...
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/5/2014
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.
Assembly Bill 552
Relating to: the definition and practice of dentistry for professional licensing purposes.
Bill Text and History
2013 Wisconsin Act 341
12/10/2013
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
WDA strongly supports this proposal.
Relating to: the definition and practice of dentistry for professional licensing purposes.
Bill Text and History
2013 Wisconsin Act 341
For
Notification Date12/10/2013
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
WDA strongly supports this proposal.
Assembly Bill 619
Relating to: allowing health care providers licensed outside the state to participate in and requirements on nonprofit agencies in the volunteer health care provider program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
1/22/2014
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.
Comments
WDA is seeking clarification on this proposal and its impact on state licensure requirements for dentists.
Relating to: allowing health care providers licensed outside the state to participate in and requirements on nonprofit agencies in the volunteer health care provider program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date1/22/2014
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.
Comments
WDA is seeking clarification on this proposal and its impact on state licensure requirements for dentists.
Assembly Bill 692
Relating to: a duty of podiatrists, chiropractors, dentists, and optometrists to inform patients of treatment options and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/5/2014
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: a duty of podiatrists, chiropractors, dentists, and optometrists to inform patients of treatment options and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/5/2014
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.
Assembly Bill 711
Relating to: various changes to the worker's compensation law, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/5/2014
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: various changes to the worker's compensation law, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date2/5/2014
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.
Assembly Bill 763
Relating to: regulation of mobile dentistry and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/14/2014
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: regulation of mobile dentistry and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/14/2014
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 131
Relating to: fees for dental services.
Bill Text and History
4/16/2013
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.
Comments
WDA Strongly supports this legislation which is a common sense proposal that will help maintain cost transparency in the dental care delivery system.
Supporting Documentation
20130416_090741_WDA Memo to All Leg for 2013 Bill Dec 2012.doc
Relating to: fees for dental services.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date4/16/2013
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.
Comments
WDA Strongly supports this legislation which is a common sense proposal that will help maintain cost transparency in the dental care delivery system.
Supporting Documentation
20130416_090741_WDA Memo to All Leg for 2013 Bill Dec 2012.doc
Senate Bill 311
Relating to: a dental hygienist's administration of nitrous oxide inhalation analgesia and practice of dental hygiene. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2013 Wisconsin Act 354
9/26/2013
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
WDA supports the bill because it requires the RDH to first be certified after completing an approved DEB-educational program and it also requires the DDS who delegates the procedure to be on the premises & available during administration of nitrous.
Relating to: a dental hygienist's administration of nitrous oxide inhalation analgesia and practice of dental hygiene. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2013 Wisconsin Act 354
For
Notification Date9/26/2013
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
WDA supports the bill because it requires the RDH to first be certified after completing an approved DEB-educational program and it also requires the DDS who delegates the procedure to be on the premises & available during administration of nitrous.
Senate Bill 376
Relating to: student loans, the individual income tax subtract modification for tuition and student fees, creating an authority, to be known as the Wisconsin Student Loan Refinancing Authority, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (...
Bill Text and History
2/5/2014
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: student loans, the individual income tax subtract modification for tuition and student fees, creating an authority, to be known as the Wisconsin Student Loan Refinancing Authority, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (...
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/5/2014
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 391
Relating to: allowing health care providers licensed outside the state to participate in and requirements on nonprofit agencies in the volunteer health care provider program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2013 Wisconsin Act 241
1/22/2014
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.
Comments
WDA is seeking clarification on this bill and its impact on state licensure requirements.
Relating to: allowing health care providers licensed outside the state to participate in and requirements on nonprofit agencies in the volunteer health care provider program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2013 Wisconsin Act 241
Other
Notification Date1/22/2014
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.
Comments
WDA is seeking clarification on this bill and its impact on state licensure requirements.
Senate Bill 413
Relating to: the definition and practice of dentistry for professional licensing purposes.
Bill Text and History
12/9/2013
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
WDA strongly supports this bill which will provide a much needed update to the definition of dentistry and make it more in line with the format of other health care professional definitions.
Relating to: the definition and practice of dentistry for professional licensing purposes.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date12/9/2013
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
WDA strongly supports this bill which will provide a much needed update to the definition of dentistry and make it more in line with the format of other health care professional definitions.
Senate Bill 518
Relating to: a duty of podiatrists, chiropractors, dentists, and optometrists to inform patients of treatment options and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2013 Wisconsin Act 345
1/28/2014
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 duty of podiatrists, chiropractors, dentists, and optometrists to inform patients of treatment options and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2013 Wisconsin Act 345
For
Notification Date1/28/2014
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 550
Relating to: various changes to the worker's compensation law, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/5/2014
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: various changes to the worker's compensation law, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date2/5/2014
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 573
Relating to: regulation of mobile dentistry and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2013 Wisconsin Act 244
2/10/2014
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: regulation of mobile dentistry and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2013 Wisconsin Act 244
For
Notification Date2/10/2014
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
Higher Educational Aids Board
Higher Educational Aids Board
Notification Date
5/29/2013
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
Support for Marquette Dental School funding
5/29/2013
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
Support for Marquette Dental School funding
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
Amends section DE 2.04 to clarify whether and which examinations taken before 2009 are accepted for licensure.
Agency Name
Dentistry Examining Board (DE)
Subject
Amends section DE 2.04 to clarify whether and which examinations taken before 2009 are accepted for licensure.
Scope Statement
Wisconsin Administrative Register
1/31/2014
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.
Dentistry Examining Board (DE)
Subject
Amends section DE 2.04 to clarify whether and which examinations taken before 2009 are accepted for licensure.
Scope Statement
Wisconsin Administrative Register
For
Notification Date1/31/2014
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.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Relating to updating the administrative rule DE 11 relating to sedation permits for dentistry.
Relating to updating the administrative rule DE 11 relating to sedation permits for dentistry.
Action Intended To Affect
Administrative Rule
Notification Date
1/31/2014
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.
Administrative Rule
Notification Date
1/31/2014
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
DE 9 relating to updating the administrative rules regarding dental lab work authorization forms.
DE 9 relating to updating the administrative rules regarding dental lab work authorization forms.
Action Intended To Affect
Administrative Rule
Notification Date
1/31/2014
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.
Administrative Rule
Notification Date
1/31/2014
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.
DE 12 relating to amending the administrative code in relation to the training of unlicensed individuals (dental assistants)
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
DE 12 relating to amending the administrative code in relation to the training of unlicensed individuals (dental assistants)
DE 12 relating to amending the administrative code in relation to the training of unlicensed individuals (dental assistants)
Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
1/31/2014
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.
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
1/31/2014
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Regulation of mobile dentistry
Regulation of mobile dentistry
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/31/2014
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/31/2014
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.
Proposal by Marshfield Clinic to partner with UW Stevens Point on a second dental school or other dental educational endeavors.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Proposal by Marshfield Clinic to partner with UW Stevens Point on a second dental school or other dental educational endeavors.
Proposal by Marshfield Clinic to partner with UW Stevens Point on a second dental school or other dental educational endeavors.
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
9/12/2013
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
9/12/2013
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.
Development of insurance exchanges and the impact those exchanges will have on the delivery of dental care
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Development of insurance exchanges and the impact those exchanges will have on the delivery of dental care
Development of insurance exchanges and the impact those exchanges will have on the delivery of dental care
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
2/21/2013
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
2/21/2013
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.
Support for Marquette Dental School tuition assistance for in-state residents, the number of which will increase from 40-50 students per class.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Support for Marquette Dental School tuition assistance for in-state residents, the number of which will increase from 40-50 students per class.
Support for Marquette Dental School tuition assistance for in-state residents, the number of which will increase from 40-50 students per class.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
2/21/2013
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.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
2/21/2013
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.
Support the removal of the HMO system from the delivery of dental Medicaid services in the six southeastern Wisconsin counties of Racine, Kenosha, Waukesha, Milwuaukee, Washington and Ozaukee.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Support the removal of the HMO system from the delivery of dental Medicaid services in the six southeastern Wisconsin counties of Racine, Kenosha, Waukesha, Milwuaukee, Washington and Ozaukee.
Support the removal of the HMO system from the delivery of dental Medicaid services in the six southeastern Wisconsin counties of Racine, Kenosha, Waukesha, Milwuaukee, Washington and Ozaukee.
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/16/2013
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/16/2013
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.
Support meainingful dental loan forgiveness programs for dentists who locate in underserved rural or urban areas of the state.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Support meainingful dental loan forgiveness programs for dentists who locate in underserved rural or urban areas of the state.
Support meainingful dental loan forgiveness programs for dentists who locate in underserved rural or urban areas of the state.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/16/2013
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.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/16/2013
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Dentistry Examining Board appointments
Dentistry Examining Board appointments
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/16/2013
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.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/16/2013
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Dental Medicaid - support improvements to the dental Medicaid program.
Dental Medicaid - support improvements to the dental Medicaid program.
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/16/2013
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/16/2013
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.
Support legislation to replace the current definition of dentistry with the model definition of dentistry as created by the American Dental Association.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Support legislation to replace the current definition of dentistry with the model definition of dentistry as created by the American Dental Association.
Support legislation to replace the current definition of dentistry with the model definition of dentistry as created by the American Dental Association.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/16/2013
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.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/16/2013
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.
Supporting legislation to prohibit insurance plans from setting fees on services they don't pay for.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Supporting legislation to prohibit insurance plans from setting fees on services they don't pay for.
Supporting legislation to prohibit insurance plans from setting fees on services they don't pay for.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/16/2013
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.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/16/2013
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.
Total Lobbying Effort
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Lobbying Expenditures | 2013 January - June $127,517.34 |
2013 July - December $88,789.09 |
2014 January - June $103,049.16 |
2014 July - December $58,253.55 |
Total $377,609.14 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2013 January - June 448.75 |
2013 July - December 224.00 |
2014 January - June 273.00 |
2014 July - December 134.75 |
Total 1080.50 |
| Total Hours Other | 2013 January - June 552.75 |
2013 July - December 395.10 |
2014 January - June 420.75 |
2014 July - December 290.80 |
Total 1659.40 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Relating to: inadmissibility of a statement of apology or condolence by a health care provider.
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June 1% |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June 1% |
2014 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: fees for dental services.
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June 10% |
2013 July - December 2% |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total 4% |
Relating to: fees for dental services.
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June 65% |
2013 July - December 2% |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total 24% |
Relating to: allowing health care providers licensed outside the state to participate in and requirements on nonprofit agencies in the volunteer health care provider program. (FE)
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December 1% |
2014 January - June 5% |
2014 July - December |
Total 1% |
Relating to: an entertainer's surety bond. (FE)
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December 2% |
2014 January - June 1% |
2014 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: additional providers in the volunteer health care provider program and proof of financial responsibility and malpractice insurance requirements for certain advanced practice nurses serving as volunteer health care providers. (FE)
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December 2% |
2014 January - June 5% |
2014 July - December |
Total 2% |
Relating to: a dental hygienist's administration of nitrous oxide inhalation analgesia and practice of dental hygiene. (FE)
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December 5% |
2014 January - June 3% |
2014 July - December |
Total 2% |
Relating to: a duty of podiatrists, chiropractors, dentists, and optometrists to inform patients of treatment options 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 5% |
2014 January - June 1% |
2014 July - December |
Total 1% |
Relating to: allowing health care providers licensed outside the state to participate in and requirements on nonprofit agencies in the volunteer health care provider program. (FE)
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December 6% |
2014 January - June 10% |
2014 July - December |
Total 4% |
Relating to: the definition and practice of dentistry for professional licensing purposes.
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December 15% |
2014 January - June 15% |
2014 July - December |
Total 7% |
Relating to: the definition and practice of dentistry for professional licensing purposes.
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December 35% |
2014 January - June 25% |
2014 July - December |
Total 14% |
Relating to: student loans, the individual income tax subtract modification for tuition and student fees, creating an authority, to be known as the Wisconsin Student Loan Refinancing Authority, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June 1% |
2014 July - December 1% |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: various changes to the worker's compensation law, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June 1% |
2014 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: various changes to the worker's compensation law, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June 2% |
2014 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: regulation of mobile dentistry 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 2% |
2014 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: a duty of podiatrists, chiropractors, dentists, and optometrists to inform patients of treatment options 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 5% |
2014 July - December |
Total 1% |
Relating to: regulation of mobile dentistry 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 5% |
2014 July - December |
Total 1% |
Budget Bill Subjects
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June 1% |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June 10% |
2014 July - December |
Total 3% |
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
Amends section DE 2.04 to clarify whether and which examinations taken before 2009 are accepted for licensure.
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June 1% |
2014 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
Support for Marquette Dental School tuition assistance for in-state residents, the number of which will increase from 40-50 students per class.
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June 1% |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Development of insurance exchanges and the impact those exchanges will have on the delivery of dental care
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June 2% |
2013 July - December 2% |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December 1% |
Total 1% |
Support the removal of the HMO system from the delivery of dental Medicaid services in the six southeastern Wisconsin counties of Racine, Kenosha, Waukesha, Milwuaukee, Washington and Ozaukee.
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June 2% |
2013 July - December 2% |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total 1% |
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June 3% |
2013 July - December 3% |
2014 January - June 1% |
2014 July - December 2% |
Total 2% |
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June 5% |
2013 July - December 3% |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December 45% |
Total 9% |
Support legislation to replace the current definition of dentistry with the model definition of dentistry as created by the American Dental Association.
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June 10% |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total 4% |
Proposal by Marshfield Clinic to partner with UW Stevens Point on a second dental school or other dental educational endeavors.
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December 15% |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total 3% |
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June 2% |
2014 July - December 2% |
Total < 1% |
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June 2% |
2014 July - December 2% |
Total < 1% |
DE 12 relating to amending the administrative code in relation to the training of unlicensed individuals (dental assistants)
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June 2% |
2014 July - December 2% |
Total < 1% |
Support meainingful dental loan forgiveness programs for dentists who locate in underserved rural or urban areas of the state.
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December 10% |
Total 2% |
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December 25% |
Total 4% |
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