National Fire Sprinkler Association

Registered Principal Details

Business Or Interest:
The National Fire Sprinkler Association (NFSA) is a U.S.-based organization dedicated to promoting the use of fire sprinkler systems to enhance fire safety and protect lives and property. Founded in 1905, the NFSA advocates for fire sprinkler regulations, provides training and education for industry professionals, and supports research on fire protection technologies. The NFSA works with government agencies, fire departments, and building officials to improve fire codes and standards. It also offers resources for contractors, manufacturers, and property owners to ensure proper installation and maintenance of fire sprinkler systems.

Lobbying Interests:
During the legislative session in Wisconsin, the National Fire Sprinkler Association (NFSA) will focus its efforts on matters relating to fire prevention, suppression, and protection, advocating for policies that enhance fire safety through the increased use of fire sprinkler systems.

CEO Name:
Shane Ray

Contact
SH
Steve Howard
3210 Mary Ann Drive
waukesha , WI 53188
2626130546
howard@nfsa.org

Authorized Lobbyists

Lobbyist Name Exclusive Duties Authorized On Withdrawn On

Lobbying Interests

Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number

Building program funding
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Building program funding

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
3/31/2025
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 building codes
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Development of building codes

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
3/31/2025
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.

Matters relating to fire prevention, suppression and protection
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Matters relating to fire prevention, suppression and protection

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
3/31/2025
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

  2025
January - June
Total
Total Lobbying Expenditures 2025
January - June
$39,126.00
Total $39,126.00
Total Hours Communicating 2025
January - June
1.75
Total 1.75
Total Hours Other 2025
January - June
7.00
Total 7.00

Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

No legislative bills/resolutions found.

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

2025
January - June
2025
July - December
2026
January - June
2026
July - December
Total
2025
January - June
10%
2025
July - December
2026
January - June
2026
July - December
Total 10%
2025
January - June
2025
July - December
2026
January - June
2026
July - December
Total
2025
January - June
20%
2025
July - December
2026
January - June
2026
July - December
Total 20%

Minor Efforts

No minor efforts found.

Other Matters

Includes time spent on:

  • Gubernatorial nominations
  • Matters on which the organization made no lobbying communication

Other Matters
2025
January - June
2025
July - December
2026
January - June
2026
July - December
Total
2025
January - June
70%
2025
July - December
2026
January - June
2026
July - December
Total 70%

Filed Statements of Lobbying Activity and Expenditures