Wisconsin Funeral Directors Association
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
Funeral directors, funeral homes
Lobbying Interests:
Issues related to funeral service, cemeteries, burial trusts, health and family services, medical assistance, vital records.
CEO Name:
Jim Olson
Funeral directors, funeral homes
Lobbying Interests:
Issues related to funeral service, cemeteries, burial trusts, health and family services, medical assistance, vital records.
CEO Name:
Jim Olson
Contact
TEM
Thomas E. Moore
22 East Mifflin Street. Ste. 1010
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 256-1757
temoore@tmga.us
http://www.wfda.info
22 East Mifflin Street. Ste. 1010
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 256-1757
temoore@tmga.us
http://www.wfda.info
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
|---|
Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 492
Relating to: the use of alkaline hydrolysis to cremate human remains, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and requiring the exercise of rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
12/2/2019
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 use of alkaline hydrolysis to cremate human remains, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and requiring the exercise of rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date12/2/2019
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 576
Relating to: requirements for funeral director apprenticeships and licenses, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, and providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2019 Wisconsin Act 137
10/30/2019
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
WFDA is neutral on this bill due to the inclusion of AA 1
Relating to: requirements for funeral director apprenticeships and licenses, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, and providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2019 Wisconsin Act 137
Other
Notification Date10/30/2019
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
WFDA is neutral on this bill due to the inclusion of AA 1
Senate Bill 443
Relating to: the use of alkaline hydrolysis to cremate human remains, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and requiring the exercise of rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
12/2/2019
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 use of alkaline hydrolysis to cremate human remains, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and requiring the exercise of rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date12/2/2019
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 518
Relating to: requirements for funeral director apprenticeships and licenses, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, and providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures. (FE)
Bill Text and History
10/30/2019
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
WFDA will be neutral on this legislation with the inclusion of SA 1
Relating to: requirements for funeral director apprenticeships and licenses, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, and providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date10/30/2019
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
WFDA will be neutral on this legislation with the inclusion of SA 1
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Health orders
Health orders
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
11/10/2020
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
11/10/2020
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
COVID-19 Executive and other orders
COVID-19 Executive and other orders
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
3/23/2020
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
3/23/2020
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
Funeral Director academic requirements - Oppose LRB 4448/LRB 3710
Funeral Director academic requirements - Oppose LRB 4448/LRB 3710
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
9/27/2019
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
9/27/2019
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
Coroner/Medical Examiner issues - cremation permit fees, including LRB 2279/1
Coroner/Medical Examiner issues - cremation permit fees, including LRB 2279/1
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
9/16/2019
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
9/16/2019
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
alkaline hydrolysis LRB 2244
alkaline hydrolysis LRB 2244
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
3/14/2019
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
3/14/2019
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
Support the appointment of Bruce Carlson to the Funeral Director Examining Board
Support the appointment of Bruce Carlson to the Funeral Director Examining Board
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
3/14/2019
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
3/14/2019
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
WFCAP program
WFCAP program
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/17/2018
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
12/17/2018
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
Appointments to the FDEB
Appointments to the FDEB
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
12/17/2018
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
12/17/2018
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
Medical Examiner/Coroner issues
Medical Examiner/Coroner issues
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
12/17/2018
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
12/17/2018
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
Taxes and Fees on Funeral Service
Taxes and Fees on Funeral Service
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
12/17/2018
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
12/17/2018
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
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Lobbying Expenditures | 2019 January - June $24,000.00 |
2019 July - December $24,000.00 |
2020 January - June $25,500.00 |
2020 July - December $27,000.00 |
Total $100,500.00 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2019 January - June 30.50 |
2019 July - December 49.60 |
2020 January - June 13.50 |
2020 July - December 14.50 |
Total 108.10 |
| Total Hours Other | 2019 January - June 23.00 |
2019 July - December 39.00 |
2020 January - June 25.00 |
2020 July - December 20.00 |
Total 107.00 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Relating to: the use of alkaline hydrolysis to cremate human remains, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and requiring the exercise of rule-making authority. (FE)
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 15% |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total 6% |
Relating to: the use of alkaline hydrolysis to cremate human remains, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and requiring the exercise of rule-making authority. (FE)
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 15% |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total 6% |
Relating to: requirements for funeral director apprenticeships and licenses, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, and providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures. (FE)
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 25% |
2020 January - June 25% |
2020 July - December |
Total 15% |
Relating to: requirements for funeral director apprenticeships and licenses, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, and providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures. (FE)
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 25% |
2020 January - June 25% |
2020 July - December |
Total 15% |
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
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June 25% |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December 10% |
Total 8% |
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June 60% |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December 35% |
Total 21% |
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June 20% |
2020 July - December 25% |
Total 8% |
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