Municipal Environmental Group - Water Division
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
Represents communities operating publicly owned water supply systems.
Lobbying Interests:
Legislation and rules affecting municipal drinking water utilities.
Title:
President
Represents communities operating publicly owned water supply systems.
Lobbying Interests:
Legislation and rules affecting municipal drinking water utilities.
Title:
President
Contact
KH
Keith Haas
PO Box 927
Madison, WI 537010927
(608) 283-1723
(608) 283-1709
cbeals@boardmanclark.com
http://megwater.org/
PO Box 927
Madison, WI 537010927
(608) 283-1723
(608) 283-1709
cbeals@boardmanclark.com
http://megwater.org/
Authorized Lobbyists
Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
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Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 85
Relating to: state health-based groundwater quality standards for certain groundwater contaminants.
Bill Text and History
5/17/2019
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: state health-based groundwater quality standards for certain groundwater contaminants.
Bill Text and History
None
Notification Date5/17/2019
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 323
Relating to: regulating fire fighting foam that contains certain contaminants and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
10/8/2019
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: regulating fire fighting foam that contains certain contaminants and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/8/2019
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 450
Relating to: generally prohibiting local units of government from excluding from consideration certain piping materials. (FE)
Bill Text and History
9/25/2019
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: generally prohibiting local units of government from excluding from consideration certain piping materials. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date9/25/2019
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 842
Relating to: providing funding related to PFAS programs and positions, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/6/2020
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.
Comments
Neutral
Relating to: providing funding related to PFAS programs and positions, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date2/6/2020
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.
Comments
Neutral
Assembly Bill 843
Relating to: PFAS standards and grant programs, providing blood testing for certain individuals, requiring a cancer cluster study, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting r...
Bill Text and History
2/6/2020
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.
Relating to: PFAS standards and grant programs, providing blood testing for certain individuals, requiring a cancer cluster study, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting r...
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/6/2020
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.
Senate Bill 109
Relating to: state health-based groundwater quality standards for certain groundwater contaminants.
Bill Text and History
5/17/2019
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: state health-based groundwater quality standards for certain groundwater contaminants.
Bill Text and History
None
Notification Date5/17/2019
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 310
Relating to: regulating fire fighting foam that contains certain contaminants and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2019 Wisconsin Act 101
10/8/2019
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: regulating fire fighting foam that contains certain contaminants and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2019 Wisconsin Act 101
For
Notification Date10/8/2019
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 365
Relating to: generally prohibiting local units of government from excluding from consideration certain piping materials. (FE)
Bill Text and History
9/5/2019
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: generally prohibiting local units of government from excluding from consideration certain piping materials. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date9/5/2019
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 772
Relating to: PFAS standards and grant programs, providing blood testing for certain individuals, requiring a cancer cluster study, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting r...
Bill Text and History
2/6/2020
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.
Relating to: PFAS standards and grant programs, providing blood testing for certain individuals, requiring a cancer cluster study, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting r...
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/6/2020
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.
Senate Bill 773
Relating to: providing funding related to PFAS programs and positions, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/6/2020
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.
Comments
Neutral
Relating to: providing funding related to PFAS programs and positions, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date2/6/2020
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.
Comments
Neutral
Senate Bill 774
Relating to: PFAS management zones, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/6/2020
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.
Comments
Neutral
Relating to: PFAS management zones, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date2/6/2020
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.
Comments
Neutral
Senate Bill 775
Relating to: providing positions and funding related to PFAS management zones, creating a municipal grant program for PFAS testing, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/6/2020
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.
Comments
Neutral
Relating to: providing positions and funding related to PFAS management zones, creating a municipal grant program for PFAS testing, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date2/6/2020
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.
Comments
Neutral
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
The promulgation of new drinking water maximum contaminant levels for Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) including Perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS) and Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA)
Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
The promulgation of new drinking water maximum contaminant levels for Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) including Perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS) and Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA)
Scope Statement
SS 089_19
1/27/2020
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.
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
The promulgation of new drinking water maximum contaminant levels for Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) including Perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS) and Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA)
Scope Statement
SS 089_19
Other
Notification Date1/27/2020
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.
Changes to chs. PSC 113, 134 and 185 to conform with 2013 Wisconsin Act 274 and 2015 Wisconsin Act 176, regarding municipal utility collection practices
Agency Name
Public Service Commission (PSC)
Subject
Changes to chs. PSC 113, 134 and 185 to conform with 2013 Wisconsin Act 274 and 2015 Wisconsin Act 176, regarding municipal utility collection practices
Scope Statement
SS 044_16
1/18/2019
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.
Public Service Commission (PSC)
Subject
Changes to chs. PSC 113, 134 and 185 to conform with 2013 Wisconsin Act 274 and 2015 Wisconsin Act 176, regarding municipal utility collection practices
Scope Statement
SS 044_16
None
Notification Date1/18/2019
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.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
PSC Docket No. 5-UI-120 Safe, Reliable and Affordable Access to Utility Services During Declared Public Health Emergency for COVID-19
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
PSC Docket No. 5-UI-120 Safe, Reliable and Affordable Access to Utility Services During Declared Public Health Emergency for COVID-19
PSC Docket No. 5-UI-120 Safe, Reliable and Affordable Access to Utility Services During Declared Public Health Emergency for COVID-19
Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
8/11/2020
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.
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
8/11/2020
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
Lead Pipe Corrosion Control
Lead Pipe Corrosion Control
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
7/23/2020
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.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
7/23/2020
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
Water Supply Planning
Water Supply Planning
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
7/23/2020
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.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
7/23/2020
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
Funding for Lead Service Line Replacement
Funding for Lead Service Line Replacement
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
9/17/2019
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
9/17/2019
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
LRB-2726 Piping Material
LRB-2726 Piping Material
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
8/2/2019
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.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
8/2/2019
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
PFAS
PFAS
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
8/2/2019
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
8/2/2019
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Water Utility Rate Making
Water Utility Rate Making
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
5/17/2019
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
5/17/2019
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
Smart Meter Construction Exemption
Smart Meter Construction Exemption
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
3/6/2019
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
3/6/2019
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
Landlord/Tenant
Landlord/Tenant
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/15/2019
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
1/15/2019
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
PSC Public Fire Protection
PSC Public Fire Protection
Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
1/15/2019
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.
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
1/15/2019
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
PSC Docket No. 1-AC-233 dealing with PSC 185
PSC Docket No. 1-AC-233 dealing with PSC 185
Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
1/15/2019
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.
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
1/15/2019
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
Lead Service Line Replacement
Lead Service Line Replacement
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/15/2019
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
1/15/2019
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
PSC Regulation
PSC Regulation
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/15/2019
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
1/15/2019
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.
Total Lobbying Effort
2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total | |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Lobbying Expenditures | 2019 January - June $30,332.00 |
2019 July - December $26,497.00 |
2020 January - June $18,708.00 |
2020 July - December $9,511.00 |
Total $85,048.00 |
Total Hours Communicating | 2019 January - June 14.90 |
2019 July - December 59.70 |
2020 January - June 9.70 |
2020 July - December 5.90 |
Total 90.20 |
Total Hours Other | 2019 January - June 119.00 |
2019 July - December 115.20 |
2020 January - June 77.70 |
2020 July - December 36.80 |
Total 348.70 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Relating to: regulating fire fighting foam that contains certain contaminants and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 1% |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: regulating fire fighting foam that contains certain contaminants and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 1% |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: generally prohibiting local units of government from excluding from consideration certain piping materials. (FE)
2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 5% |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total 2% |
Relating to: generally prohibiting local units of government from excluding from consideration certain piping materials. (FE)
2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 5% |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total 2% |
Relating to: PFAS standards and grant programs, providing blood testing for certain individuals, requiring a cancer cluster study, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June 8% |
2020 July - December |
Total 2% |
Relating to: PFAS standards and grant programs, providing blood testing for certain individuals, requiring a cancer cluster study, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June 14% |
2020 July - December |
Total 3% |
Budget Bill Subjects
No budget bill subjects found.
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
The promulgation of new drinking water maximum contaminant levels for Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) including Perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS) and Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA)
2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 29% |
2020 January - June 4% |
2020 July - December |
Total 12% |
Changes to chs. PSC 113, 134 and 185 to conform with 2013 Wisconsin Act 274 and 2015 Wisconsin Act 176, regarding municipal utility collection practices
2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June 1% |
2020 July - December |
Total < 1% |
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 2% |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total < 1% |
2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2019 January - June 2% |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total < 1% |
2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2019 January - June 21% |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total 6% |
2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2019 January - June 67% |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total 20% |
2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 2% |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total < 1% |
2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 55% |
2020 January - June 47% |
2020 July - December 36% |
Total 35% |
2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December 7% |
Total < 1% |
2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December 10% |
Total < 1% |
PSC Docket No. 5-UI-120 Safe, Reliable and Affordable Access to Utility Services During Declared Public Health Emergency for COVID-19
2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December 35% |
Total 3% |
Minor Efforts
(Time spent on matters each of which accounted for less than 10% of the organization's lobbying.)
Other Matters
No other matters found.