Wisconsin Agribusiness Council
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
Business league for Agriculture.
Lobbying Interests:
All legislative and administrative actions affecting Wisconsin Agribusiness.
Title:
President/CEO
Business league for Agriculture.
Lobbying Interests:
All legislative and administrative actions affecting Wisconsin Agribusiness.
Title:
President/CEO
Contact
FH
Ferron Havens
PO Box 46100
Madison, WI 53744
(877) 947-2474
(877) 947-2475
fhavenswac@mhtc.net
www.wisagri.com
PO Box 46100
Madison, WI 53744
(877) 947-2474
(877) 947-2475
fhavenswac@mhtc.net
www.wisagri.com
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
|---|
Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 83
relating to: creating an agricultural education and workforce development council and making an appropriation.
Bill Text and History
2007 Wisconsin Act 223
2/27/2007
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: creating an agricultural education and workforce development council and making an appropriation.
Bill Text and History
2007 Wisconsin Act 223
For
Notification Date2/27/2007
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 103
relating to: requiring an additional credit in mathematics and in science for a high school diploma.
Bill Text and History
2/27/2007
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 an additional credit in mathematics and in science for a high school diploma.
Bill Text and History
None
Notification Date2/27/2007
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 232
relating to: the amount of the exemption from income tax withholding requirements for employees of a county fair association.
Bill Text and History
5/3/2007
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: the amount of the exemption from income tax withholding requirements for employees of a county fair association.
Bill Text and History
None
Notification Date5/3/2007
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 396
relating to: restrictions on the use and sale of fertilizer containing phosphorus and other lawn fertilizer and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
7/26/2007
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: restrictions on the use and sale of fertilizer containing phosphorus and other lawn fertilizer and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date7/26/2007
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 540
relating to: income and franchise tax credits for technology training.
Bill Text and History
1/31/2008
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.
relating to: income and franchise tax credits for technology training.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date1/31/2008
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.
Assembly Bill 689
relating to: seasonal weight limitations for certain vehicles transporting agricultural crops.
Bill Text and History
1/31/2008
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.
relating to: seasonal weight limitations for certain vehicles transporting agricultural crops.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date1/31/2008
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.
Assembly Bill 701
relating to: a report on food safety programs.
Bill Text and History
1/31/2008
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.
relating to: a report on food safety programs.
Bill Text and History
None
Notification Date1/31/2008
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.
Assembly Bill 732
relating to: a meat processing facility investment income and franchise tax credit, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation.
Bill Text and History
1/31/2008
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.
relating to: a meat processing facility investment income and franchise tax credit, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date1/31/2008
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.
Assembly Bill 763
relating to: allowing dairy cooperatives to claim the dairy manufacturing facility investment credit and making an appropriation.
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.
relating to: allowing dairy cooperatives to claim the dairy manufacturing facility investment credit and making an appropriation.
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.
Senate Bill 197
relating to: restrictions on the use and sale of fertilizer containing phosphorus and other lawn fertilizer and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
7/26/2007
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.
Supporting Documentation
20070831_093811_Ag Coalition letter on SB 197.doc
7/26/2007
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.
7/26/2007
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: restrictions on the use and sale of fertilizer containing phosphorus and other lawn fertilizer and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date7/26/2007
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.
Supporting Documentation
20070831_093811_Ag Coalition letter on SB 197.doc
For
Notification Date7/26/2007
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.
Other
Notification Date7/26/2007
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.
Senate Bill 380
relating to: the sale of renewable motor vehicle fuels, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
1/31/2008
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.
relating to: the sale of renewable motor vehicle fuels, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date1/31/2008
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.
Senate Bill 425
relating to: a meat processing facility investment income and franchise tax credit, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation.
Bill Text and History
1/31/2008
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.
relating to: a meat processing facility investment income and franchise tax credit, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date1/31/2008
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.
Senate Bill 459
relating to: allowing dairy cooperatives to claim the dairy manufacturing facility investment credit and making an appropriation.
Bill Text and History
2/20/2008
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.
relating to: allowing dairy cooperatives to claim the dairy manufacturing facility investment credit and making an appropriation.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/20/2008
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.
Senate Bill 500
relating to: creating an agricultural education and workforce development council and making an appropriation.
Bill Text and History
2/20/2008
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.
relating to: creating an agricultural education and workforce development council and making an appropriation.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/20/2008
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.
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
2/27/2007
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.
2/27/2007
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
Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Trade and Consumer Protection
Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Trade and Consumer Protection
Notification Date
2/27/2007
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.
2/27/2007
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.
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
Agency Name
Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
Subject
nutrient management on farms
Scope Statement
Register Number: 581 (5/15/2004)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 05-013
1/19/2007
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.
Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
Subject
nutrient management on farms
Scope Statement
Register Number: 581 (5/15/2004)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 05-013
Other
Notification Date1/19/2007
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.
Agency Name
Natural Resources
Subject
NR 243, regulations for animal feeding operations.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 570 (7/1/2003)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 05-075
1/19/2007
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 243, regulations for animal feeding operations.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 570 (7/1/2003)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 05-075
Other
Notification Date1/19/2007
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 $7,086.55 |
2007 July - December $4,664.80 |
2008 January - June $6,555.12 |
2008 July - December $3,886.38 |
Total $22,192.85 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2007 January - June 40.00 |
2007 July - December 13.00 |
2008 January - June 28.50 |
2008 July - December 0.00 |
Total 81.50 |
| Total Hours Other | 2007 January - June 82.00 |
2007 July - December 52.00 |
2008 January - June 70.00 |
2008 July - December 49.00 |
Total 253.00 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
relating to: requiring an additional credit in mathematics and in science for a high school diploma.
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June 15% |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total 5% |
relating to: the amount of the exemption from income tax withholding requirements for employees of a county fair association.
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June 15% |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total 5% |
relating to: creating an agricultural education and workforce development council and making an appropriation.
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June 50% |
2007 July - December 25% |
2008 January - June 25% |
2008 July - December |
Total 30% |
relating to: restrictions on the use and sale of fertilizer containing phosphorus and other lawn fertilizer and providing a penalty.
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December 25% |
2008 January - June 25% |
2008 July - December |
Total 12% |
relating to: restrictions on the use and sale of fertilizer containing phosphorus and other lawn fertilizer and providing a penalty.
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December 25% |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total 5% |
relating to: a meat processing facility investment income and franchise tax credit, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation.
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June 20% |
2008 July - December |
Total 6% |
relating to: allowing dairy cooperatives to claim the dairy manufacturing facility investment credit and making an appropriation.
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June 20% |
2008 July - December |
Total 6% |
Budget Bill Subjects
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June 10% |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total 4% |
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
| 2007 January - June |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 January - June 10% |
2007 July - December |
2008 January - June |
2008 July - December |
Total 4% |
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
No topics found.
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