Beyond Vision
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
Receives income from products and services produced by those vision impaired persons employed by the entity. Also receives donations. The agency will work with the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, the Department of Workforce Development and all other agencies that may deal with employment of persons with disabilities.
Lobbying Interests:
Capital Budget matters and any issues of legislative or administrative actions affecting our mission of providing meaningful work experience for individuals who have significant vision loss or blindness.
Title:
CEO
Receives income from products and services produced by those vision impaired persons employed by the entity. Also receives donations. The agency will work with the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, the Department of Workforce Development and all other agencies that may deal with employment of persons with disabilities.
Lobbying Interests:
Capital Budget matters and any issues of legislative or administrative actions affecting our mission of providing meaningful work experience for individuals who have significant vision loss or blindness.
Title:
CEO
Contact
JK
James Kerlin
5316 W State Street
Milwaukee, WI 53208
(414) 778-5800
jkerlin@beyondvision.com
http://beyondvision.com
5316 W State Street
Milwaukee, WI 53208
(414) 778-5800
jkerlin@beyondvision.com
http://beyondvision.com
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
|---|
Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 421
Relating to: access to Department of Transportation records to establish residency for approvals issued by the Department of Natural Resources. (FE)
Bill Text and History
10/26/2021
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: access to Department of Transportation records to establish residency for approvals issued by the Department of Natural Resources. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/26/2021
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 490
Relating to: registry for children with blindness or visual impairment. (FE)
Bill Text and History
8/25/2021
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: registry for children with blindness or visual impairment. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date8/25/2021
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 538
Relating to: liability exemption for the provision of previously owned eyeglasses.
Bill Text and History
1/23/2022
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
We were not involved in drafting or introducing this bill. Our public Policy Committee recently endorsed it. Beyond Vision works with community organizations, foundations and non-profits who make sure glasses are reused where needed.
Relating to: liability exemption for the provision of previously owned eyeglasses.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date1/23/2022
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
We were not involved in drafting or introducing this bill. Our public Policy Committee recently endorsed it. Beyond Vision works with community organizations, foundations and non-profits who make sure glasses are reused where needed.
Senate Bill 422
Relating to: access to Department of Transportation records to establish residency for approvals issued by the Department of Natural Resources. (FE)
Bill Text and History
10/26/2021
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: access to Department of Transportation records to establish residency for approvals issued by the Department of Natural Resources. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/26/2021
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 467
Relating to: registry for children with blindness or visual impairment. (FE)
Bill Text and History
8/28/2021
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: registry for children with blindness or visual impairment. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date8/28/2021
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 535
Relating to: liability exemption for the provision of previously owned eyeglasses.
Bill Text and History
2021 Wisconsin Act 257
1/23/2022
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
We were not involved in drafting or introducing this bill. Our Public Policy committee recently endorsed AB 538-SB 535. Beyond Vision works with community organizations, foundations and non-profits who make sure glasses are reused where needed.
Relating to: liability exemption for the provision of previously owned eyeglasses.
Bill Text and History
2021 Wisconsin Act 257
For
Notification Date1/23/2022
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
We were not involved in drafting or introducing this bill. Our Public Policy committee recently endorsed AB 538-SB 535. Beyond Vision works with community organizations, foundations and non-profits who make sure glasses are reused where needed.
Senate Joint Resolution 69
Relating to: recognizing Employment Choice First as a means to preserve the dignity, self-esteem, and pride of individuals with disabilities in Wisconsin.
Bill Text and History
10/25/2021
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: recognizing Employment Choice First as a means to preserve the dignity, self-esteem, and pride of individuals with disabilities in Wisconsin.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/25/2021
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: Departmentwide
Administration: Departmentwide
Notification Date
2/28/2021
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.
2/28/2021
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
Board for People with Developmental Disabilities
Board for People with Developmental Disabilities
Notification Date
2/28/2021
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.
2/28/2021
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
Building Commission
Building Commission
Notification Date
2/22/2021
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.
2/22/2021
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
Children and Families: Departmentwide
Children and Families: Departmentwide
Notification Date
2/28/2021
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.
2/28/2021
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: Departmentwide
Health Services: Departmentwide
Notification Date
2/22/2021
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.
2/22/2021
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: Departmentwide
Health Services: Departmentwide
Notification Date
2/22/2021
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.
2/22/2021
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: Departmentwide
Health Services: Departmentwide
Notification Date
2/22/2021
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.
2/22/2021
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: Departmentwide
Health Services: Departmentwide
Notification Date
2/22/2021
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.
2/22/2021
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: Departmentwide
Health Services: Departmentwide
Notification Date
2/22/2021
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.
2/22/2021
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: Departmentwide
Health Services: Departmentwide
Notification Date
2/22/2021
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.
2/22/2021
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: Departmentwide
Health Services: Departmentwide
Notification Date
2/22/2021
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.
2/22/2021
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
Budget Bill: Capital Budget
Budget Bill: Capital Budget
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/13/2020
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
12/13/2020
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
Proposal to obtain bonding for capital project
Proposal to obtain bonding for capital project
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/13/2020
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
12/13/2020
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.
Beyond Vision will play an active role in emerging legislative and administrative proposals to negate the effects of the COVID-19 Virus Pandemic in Wisconsin. Advocacy will include agency networking and the health care needs of our community.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Beyond Vision will play an active role in emerging legislative and administrative proposals to negate the effects of the COVID-19 Virus Pandemic in Wisconsin. Advocacy will include agency networking and the health care needs of our community.
Beyond Vision will play an active role in emerging legislative and administrative proposals to negate the effects of the COVID-19 Virus Pandemic in Wisconsin. Advocacy will include agency networking and the health care needs of our community.
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/13/2020
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
12/13/2020
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.
Total Lobbying Effort
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Lobbying Expenditures | 2021 January - June $23,100.00 |
2021 July - December $13,100.00 |
2022 January - June $13,100.00 |
2022 July - December $9,300.00 |
Total $58,600.00 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2021 January - June 88.50 |
2021 July - December 58.00 |
2022 January - June 71.00 |
2022 July - December 10.00 |
Total 227.50 |
| Total Hours Other | 2021 January - June 94.00 |
2021 July - December 93.00 |
2022 January - June 83.00 |
2022 July - December 22.00 |
Total 292.00 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Relating to: registry for children with blindness or visual impairment. (FE)
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December 10% |
2022 January - June 20% |
2022 July - December 3% |
Total 9% |
Relating to: liability exemption for the provision of previously owned eyeglasses.
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December 10% |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December 2% |
Total 3% |
Relating to: registry for children with blindness or visual impairment. (FE)
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December 10% |
2022 January - June 20% |
2022 July - December 2% |
Total 9% |
Relating to: liability exemption for the provision of previously owned eyeglasses.
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December 10% |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December 3% |
Total 3% |
Relating to: recognizing Employment Choice First as a means to preserve the dignity, self-esteem, and pride of individuals with disabilities in Wisconsin.
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December 1% |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: access to Department of Transportation records to establish residency for approvals issued by the Department of Natural Resources. (FE)
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December 2% |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: access to Department of Transportation records to establish residency for approvals issued by the Department of Natural Resources. (FE)
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December 3% |
Total < 1% |
Budget Bill Subjects
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June 10% |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December 3% |
Total 4% |
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June 60% |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December 5% |
Total 22% |
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December 1% |
Total < 1% |
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December 1% |
Total < 1% |
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December 10% |
Total < 1% |
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
No administrative rulemaking proceedings found.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June 10% |
2021 July - December 10% |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December 5% |
Total 7% |
Beyond Vision will play an active role in emerging legislative and administrative proposals to negate the effects of the COVID-19 Virus Pandemic in Wisconsin. Advocacy will include agency networking and the health care needs of our community.
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December 10% |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December 5% |
Total 3% |
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December 10% |
Total < 1% |
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