Sierra Club - John Muir Chapter
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
Explore, enjoy and protect the planet.
Lobbying Interests:
State budget - related to public health, environment, trans., energy, ag and univ. research. Gov. reorg. DNR-Land /forest mgmt, water quality/quantity, wetlands, wildlife, mining, waste mgmt, air, state stewardship fund, remedial response, alt. regulatory path. DATCP-pesticides, agric., food safety, animal mgmt. PSC-electric generation, mergers, energy conservation. DOT-infrastructure planning/budgt, TEA-21 implementation. DOJ-Public intervenor/enf. Commerce-PECFA and related, brownfields, econ. dev. UW Sys-Research/outreach. Campaign Fin. Ref.
Title:
John Muir Chapter Director
Explore, enjoy and protect the planet.
Lobbying Interests:
State budget - related to public health, environment, trans., energy, ag and univ. research. Gov. reorg. DNR-Land /forest mgmt, water quality/quantity, wetlands, wildlife, mining, waste mgmt, air, state stewardship fund, remedial response, alt. regulatory path. DATCP-pesticides, agric., food safety, animal mgmt. PSC-electric generation, mergers, energy conservation. DOT-infrastructure planning/budgt, TEA-21 implementation. DOJ-Public intervenor/enf. Commerce-PECFA and related, brownfields, econ. dev. UW Sys-Research/outreach. Campaign Fin. Ref.
Title:
John Muir Chapter Director
Contact
SW
Shahla Werner
222 S Hamilton St Ste 1
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 256-0565
(608) 256-4562
shahla.werner@sierraclub.org
http://wisconsin.sierraclub.org
222 S Hamilton St Ste 1
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 256-0565
(608) 256-4562
shahla.werner@sierraclub.org
http://wisconsin.sierraclub.org
Authorized Lobbyists
Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
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Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 40
relating to: prohibiting the disposal in solid waste disposal facilities of dredged material that contains polychlorinated biphenyls.
Bill Text and History
2/5/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Support permanent treatment and/or destruction of PCBs. Contaminated dredged material that cannot be treated should be placed in a segregated cell in TSCA approved land fill, reclaimed for treatment later with effective treatment technologies.
relating to: prohibiting the disposal in solid waste disposal facilities of dredged material that contains polychlorinated biphenyls.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date2/5/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Support permanent treatment and/or destruction of PCBs. Contaminated dredged material that cannot be treated should be placed in a segregated cell in TSCA approved land fill, reclaimed for treatment later with effective treatment technologies.
Assembly Bill 42
relating to: the appointment of the secretary of natural resources.
Bill Text and History
2/5/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Appointment by the seven citizen Natural Resources Board reduces the likelihood that the Secretary of the DNR would be subject to direct political pressure when making decisions about the state's natural resources.
2/5/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Also support AB 504. Appointment by the seven citizen Natural Resources Board reduces the likelihood that the Secretary of the DNR would be subject to direct political pressure when making decisions about the state's natural resources.
relating to: the appointment of the secretary of natural resources.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/5/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Appointment by the seven citizen Natural Resources Board reduces the likelihood that the Secretary of the DNR would be subject to direct political pressure when making decisions about the state's natural resources.
For
Notification Date2/5/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Also support AB 504. Appointment by the seven citizen Natural Resources Board reduces the likelihood that the Secretary of the DNR would be subject to direct political pressure when making decisions about the state's natural resources.
Assembly Bill 121
relating to: evidence of lay and expert witnesses.
Bill Text and History
3/7/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
relating to: evidence of lay and expert witnesses.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date3/7/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 156
relating to: creation of the stewardship 2000 trust fund and making an appropriation.
Bill Text and History
4/15/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
AB156 duplicates existing ways for donors to help fund acquisitions by the DNR, local governments an land trusts. AB156 seems unnecessary.
relating to: creation of the stewardship 2000 trust fund and making an appropriation.
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date4/15/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
AB156 duplicates existing ways for donors to help fund acquisitions by the DNR, local governments an land trusts. AB156 seems unnecessary.
Assembly Bill 157
relating to: management of greenhouse gases, granting rule-making authority, and providing penalties.
Bill Text and History
3/28/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Reduces greenhouse gas emissions to 1990 levels by 2020.
wisconsin.sierraclub.org
relating to: management of greenhouse gases, granting rule-making authority, and providing penalties.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/28/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Reduces greenhouse gas emissions to 1990 levels by 2020.
wisconsin.sierraclub.org
Assembly Bill 174
relating to: an income and franchise tax credit for the sales and use taxes paid on the purchase of fuel efficient hybrid motor vehicles.
Bill Text and History
5/17/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
relating to: an income and franchise tax credit for the sales and use taxes paid on the purchase of fuel efficient hybrid motor vehicles.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date5/17/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 346
relating to: repealing the limits on the construction of nuclear power plants.
Bill Text and History
12/26/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Oppose repeal of existing statutory safeguards on construction of new nuclear plants. It is prudent to ensure that high-level radioactive waste can be permanently disposed and that ratepayers will not be burdened with high costs of nuclear power.
relating to: repealing the limits on the construction of nuclear power plants.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date12/26/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Oppose repeal of existing statutory safeguards on construction of new nuclear plants. It is prudent to ensure that high-level radioactive waste can be permanently disposed and that ratepayers will not be burdened with high costs of nuclear power.
Assembly Bill 347
relating to: requiring the Public Service Commission to investigate future electric supplies after the operating licenses of nuclear power plants in the state expire.
Bill Text and History
12/26/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
PSC will undertake this study closer to time of nuclear plant closures as part of their regular Energy Assessment. This unnecessary bill requires a premature study that will override existing PSC workload and not provide usable information.
relating to: requiring the Public Service Commission to investigate future electric supplies after the operating licenses of nuclear power plants in the state expire.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date12/26/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
PSC will undertake this study closer to time of nuclear plant closures as part of their regular Energy Assessment. This unnecessary bill requires a premature study that will override existing PSC workload and not provide usable information.
Assembly Bill 348
relating to: requiring the Public Service Commission to advocate on matters related to the centralized interim storage of, and any license application for, a federal repository for high-level radioactive waste and transuranic waste and requiring nuclear po...
Bill Text and History
12/26/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
relating to: requiring the Public Service Commission to advocate on matters related to the centralized interim storage of, and any license application for, a federal repository for high-level radioactive waste and transuranic waste and requiring nuclear po...
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date12/26/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 504
relating to: the appointment of the secretary of natural resources.
Bill Text and History
10/9/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Also support AB 42. Appointment by the seven citizen Natural Resources Board reduces the likelihood that the Secretary of the DNR would be subject to direct political pressure when making decisions about the state's natural resources.
relating to: the appointment of the secretary of natural resources.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/9/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Also support AB 42. Appointment by the seven citizen Natural Resources Board reduces the likelihood that the Secretary of the DNR would be subject to direct political pressure when making decisions about the state's natural resources.
Assembly Bill 725
relating to: sales and use tax exemption for energy-efficient products purchased in conjunction with Earth Day.
Bill Text and History
2/12/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Gives incentives to families and businesses, and a boost to retailers, to invest in energy efficient appliances and CFLs during the annual Earth Week Sales Tax Holiday for Energy Star certified appliances.
relating to: sales and use tax exemption for energy-efficient products purchased in conjunction with Earth Day.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/12/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Gives incentives to families and businesses, and a boost to retailers, to invest in energy efficient appliances and CFLs during the annual Earth Week Sales Tax Holiday for Energy Star certified appliances.
Assembly Bill 899
relating to: requiring that local regulation of a wind energy system be consistent with Public Service Commission rules and granting rule-making authority.
Bill Text and History
3/7/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Support fair, statewide standards for development of clean, renewable wind energy in our state. PSC rule-making will be science based and includes key issues, e.g. setbacks, noise, interference with radio and other signals, and decommissioning.
relating to: requiring that local regulation of a wind energy system be consistent with Public Service Commission rules and granting rule-making authority.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/7/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Support fair, statewide standards for development of clean, renewable wind energy in our state. PSC rule-making will be science based and includes key issues, e.g. setbacks, noise, interference with radio and other signals, and decommissioning.
Senate Bill 12
relating to: campaign financing, designations for the Wisconsin election campaign fund by individuals filing state income tax returns, creating a nonrefundable individual income tax credit for contributions to the Public Integrity Endowment, candidate time...
Bill Text and History
4/15/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
relating to: campaign financing, designations for the Wisconsin election campaign fund by individuals filing state income tax returns, creating a nonrefundable individual income tax credit for contributions to the Public Integrity Endowment, candidate time...
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date4/15/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 15
relating to: the appointment of the secretary of natural resources.
Bill Text and History
2/5/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Appointment by the seven citizen Natural Resources Board reduces the likelihood that the Secretary of the DNR would be subject to direct political pressure when making decisions about the state's natural resources.
2/5/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Also support AB 504. Appointment by the seven citizen Natural Resources Board reduces the likelihood that the Secretary of the DNR would be subject to direct political pressure when making decisions about the state's natural resources.
relating to: the appointment of the secretary of natural resources.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/5/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Appointment by the seven citizen Natural Resources Board reduces the likelihood that the Secretary of the DNR would be subject to direct political pressure when making decisions about the state's natural resources.
For
Notification Date2/5/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Also support AB 504. Appointment by the seven citizen Natural Resources Board reduces the likelihood that the Secretary of the DNR would be subject to direct political pressure when making decisions about the state's natural resources.
Senate Bill 81
relating to: management of greenhouse gases, granting rule-making authority, and providing penalties.
Bill Text and History
3/7/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
relating to: management of greenhouse gases, granting rule-making authority, and providing penalties.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/7/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 119
relating to: ballast water management, making an appropriation, and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
6/1/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
relating to: ballast water management, making an appropriation, and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/1/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 284
relating to: open burning of solid waste, illegal storage or disposal of waste tires, and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
12/26/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Uncontrolled outdoor burning of wastes emits lung-irritating particulates. SB284 gives DNR authority to issue citations to control burning and illegal storage/disposal of waste tires.
relating to: open burning of solid waste, illegal storage or disposal of waste tires, and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date12/26/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Uncontrolled outdoor burning of wastes emits lung-irritating particulates. SB284 gives DNR authority to issue citations to control burning and illegal storage/disposal of waste tires.
Senate Bill 523
relating to: the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Basin Water Resources Compact, withdrawals of water from the Great Lakes Basin, water withdrawal and use, water supply planning, water conservation, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
3/6/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Support a STRONG Great Lakes Compact. The Senate E&NR Com. adopted amendments unanimously providing comfort language for industry and municipalities that still protect the resource.
relating to: the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Basin Water Resources Compact, withdrawals of water from the Great Lakes Basin, water withdrawal and use, water supply planning, water conservation, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/6/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Support a STRONG Great Lakes Compact. The Senate E&NR Com. adopted amendments unanimously providing comfort language for industry and municipalities that still protect the resource.
Senate Bill 544
relating to: requiring that local regulation of a wind energy system be consistent with Public Service Commission rules and granting rule-making authority.
Bill Text and History
3/7/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Support fair, statewide standards for development of clean, renewable wind energy in our state. PSC rule-making will be science based and includes key issues, e.g. setbacks, noise, interference with radio and other signals, and decommissioning.
relating to: requiring that local regulation of a wind energy system be consistent with Public Service Commission rules and granting rule-making authority.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/7/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Support fair, statewide standards for development of clean, renewable wind energy in our state. PSC rule-making will be science based and includes key issues, e.g. setbacks, noise, interference with radio and other signals, and decommissioning.
April 2008 Special Session Senate Bill 1
relating to: the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Basin Water Resources Compact, withdrawals of water from the Great Lakes Basin, water withdrawal and use, water supply planning, water conservation, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
2007 Wisconsin Act 227
7/14/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Final version of Great Lakes Water Resources Compact, negotiated to meet Assembly concerns. Contains all provisions of a strong compact except statewide water conservation provisions.
relating to: the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Basin Water Resources Compact, withdrawals of water from the Great Lakes Basin, water withdrawal and use, water supply planning, water conservation, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
2007 Wisconsin Act 227
For
Notification Date7/14/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Final version of Great Lakes Water Resources Compact, negotiated to meet Assembly concerns. Contains all provisions of a strong compact except statewide water conservation provisions.
Budget Bill Subjects
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Departmentwide and Resource Management
Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Departmentwide and Resource Management
Notification Date
5/17/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
5/17/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Environmental Improvement Fund
Environmental Improvement Fund
Notification Date
5/17/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Support increased funding
5/17/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Support increased funding
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Natural Resources: Air, Waste and Contaminated Land
Natural Resources: Air, Waste and Contaminated Land
Notification Date
5/17/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
FTE needed Air Program and Global Warming
5/17/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
FTE needed Air Program and Global Warming
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Natural Resources: Departmentwide
Natural Resources: Departmentwide
Notification Date
5/17/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Support increase in renewable energy programs
5/17/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Support increase in renewable energy programs
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Natural Resources: Fish, Wildlife and Recreation
Natural Resources: Fish, Wildlife and Recreation
Notification Date
5/17/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
5/17/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Natural Resources: Forestry and Parks
Natural Resources: Forestry and Parks
Notification Date
5/17/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Support increased funding for Stewardsip Fund
5/17/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Support increased funding for Stewardsip Fund
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Natural Resources: Water Quality
Natural Resources: Water Quality
Notification Date
5/17/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Support increased funding for non-point source pollution reduction
5/17/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Support increased funding for non-point source pollution reduction
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Transportation: Local Transportation Aid
Transportation: Local Transportation Aid
Notification Date
5/30/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Sierra Club supports funding for the KRM Commuter Rail as an important step for public transportation that will reduce pollution and global warming emissions.
5/30/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Sierra Club supports funding for the KRM Commuter Rail as an important step for public transportation that will reduce pollution and global warming emissions.
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
NR 446, Control of Mercury Emissions, (CAMR).
Scope Statement
Register Number: 594 (7/1/2005)
2/7/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
NR 446, Control of Mercury Emissions, (CAMR).
Scope Statement
Register Number: 594 (7/1/2005)
Other
Notification Date2/7/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
NR 400—development and adoption of a rule to meet the BART (Best Available Retrofit Technology) provision of the Regional Haze Regulations at 40 CFR 51.300 through 51.309 and Appendix Y to Part 51.
Agency Name
Natural Resources
Subject
NR 400—development and adoption of a rule to meet the BART (Best Available Retrofit Technology) provision of the Regional Haze Regulations at 40 CFR 51.300 through 51.309 and Appendix Y to Part 51.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 598 (10/15/2005)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 07-017
2/7/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Natural Resources
Subject
NR 400—development and adoption of a rule to meet the BART (Best Available Retrofit Technology) provision of the Regional Haze Regulations at 40 CFR 51.300 through 51.309 and Appendix Y to Part 51.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 598 (10/15/2005)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 07-017
Other
Notification Date2/7/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
NR 432 to 435, NOx and SO2 reductions from major stationary sources in Wisconsin to address interstate transport of pollutants.
Agency Name
Natural Resources
Subject
NR 432 to 435, NOx and SO2 reductions from major stationary sources in Wisconsin to address interstate transport of pollutants.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 597 (9/15/2005)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 06-104
5/18/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Natural Resources
Subject
NR 432 to 435, NOx and SO2 reductions from major stationary sources in Wisconsin to address interstate transport of pollutants.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 597 (9/15/2005)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 06-104
For
Notification Date5/18/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
2008 Deer Hunting Season considered by the Natural Resources Board. Sierra Club spoke in support of DNR recommendations to reduce impacts of deer browsing on forest regeneration.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
2008 Deer Hunting Season considered by the Natural Resources Board. Sierra Club spoke in support of DNR recommendations to reduce impacts of deer browsing on forest regeneration.
2008 Deer Hunting Season considered by the Natural Resources Board. Sierra Club spoke in support of DNR recommendations to reduce impacts of deer browsing on forest regeneration.
Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
7/2/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
7/2/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Appointment of Eric Callisto as Chair of the Public Service Commission
Appointment of Eric Callisto as Chair of the Public Service Commission
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
5/24/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
5/24/2008
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
NR 428, NOx RACT control measures for 8-hour ozone standard
NR 428, NOx RACT control measures for 8-hour ozone standard
Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
2/7/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
2/7/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Air regulations, emissions
Air regulations, emissions
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule
Notification Date
2/2/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Both Legislative Matter and Rule
Notification Date
2/2/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Clean water, Protection of the Great Lakes, Non-Point pollution
Clean water, Protection of the Great Lakes, Non-Point pollution
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule
Notification Date
2/2/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Both Legislative Matter and Rule
Notification Date
2/2/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Energy efficiency, carbon free economy
Energy efficiency, carbon free economy
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
2/2/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
2/2/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Global Warming, reducing carbon emissions Governor's Task Force on Global Warming
Global Warming, reducing carbon emissions Governor's Task Force on Global Warming
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule
Notification Date
2/2/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Both Legislative Matter and Rule
Notification Date
2/2/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Stewardship Fund
Stewardship Fund
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
2/2/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
2/2/2007
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Total Lobbying Effort
2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total | |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Lobbying Expenditures | 2007 January - June $2,357.12 |
2007 July - December $3,170.92 |
2008 January - June $7,284.82 |
2008 July - December $354.08 |
Total $13,166.93 |
Total Hours Communicating | 2007 January - June 30.00 |
2007 July - December 0.00 |
2008 January - June 12.25 |
2008 July - December 2.50 |
Total 44.75 |
Total Hours Other | 2007 January - June 21.00 |
2007 July - December 0.00 |
2008 January - June 104.45 |
2008 July - December 2.40 |
Total 127.85 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
relating to: management of greenhouse gases, granting rule-making authority, and providing penalties.
2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2007 January - June 42% |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June 24% |
2008 July - December |
Total 28% |
relating to: requiring that local regulation of a wind energy system be consistent with Public Service Commission rules and granting rule-making authority.
2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June 8% |
2008 July - December |
Total 5% |
relating to: the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Basin Water Resources Compact, withdrawals of water from the Great Lakes Basin, water withdrawal and use, water supply planning, water conservation, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.
2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June 9% |
2008 July - December 20% |
Total 7% |
Budget Bill Subjects
2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2007 January - June 11% |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total 3% |
2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2007 January - June 11% |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total 3% |
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
NR 432 to 435, NOx and SO2 reductions from major stationary sources in Wisconsin to address interstate transport of pollutants.
2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2007 January - June 11% |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total 3% |
2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June 38% |
2008 July - December 20% |
Total 26% |
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
2008 Deer Hunting Season considered by the Natural Resources Board. Sierra Club spoke in support of DNR recommendations to reduce impacts of deer browsing on forest regeneration.
2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June 10% |
2008 July - December |
Total 7% |
2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December 11% |
Total < 1% |
2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|
2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December 49% |
Total 1% |
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.