Gundersen Lutheran Administrative Services, Inc

Registered Principal Details

Business Or Interest:
Healthcare

Lobbying Interests:
Regulation of healthcare and the practice of medicine.

CEO Name:
Jeffrey Thompson
External Affairs Program Specialist

Contact
SC
Sheila Chapel
1900 South Ave H02-009
La Crosse, WI 54601-6272
(608) 775-3133
(608) 775-6225
smchapel@gundluth.org
www.gundluth.org

Authorized Lobbyists

Lobbyist Name Exclusive Duties Authorized On Withdrawn On

Lobbying Interests

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

January 2011 Special Session Assembly Bill 1
January 2011 Special Session Assembly Bill 1
Relating to: limiting noneconomic damages awarded in actions against long-term care providers; actions against manufacturers, distributors, sellers, and promoters of certain products; confidentiality of health care services reviews; use as evidence of info...

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
1/14/2011
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
relating to tort reform
January 2011 Special Session Assembly Bill 11
January 2011 Special Session Assembly Bill 11
Relating to: state finances, collective bargaining for public employees, compensation and fringe benefits of public employees, the state civil service system, the Medical Assistance program, sale of certain facilities, granting bonding authority, and makin...

Bill Text and History

2011 Wisconsin Act 10

Other
Notification Date
2/19/2011
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
Relating to budget repair bill provisions impacting Medicaid governance and funding
January 2011 Special Session Assembly Bill 13
January 2011 Special Session Assembly Bill 13
Relating to: state finances, the Medical Assistance program, granting bonding authority, and making appropriations.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
4/11/2011
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
Addressing medical assistance funding shortfall
January 2011 Special Session Senate Bill 1
January 2011 Special Session Senate Bill 1
Relating to: limiting noneconomic damages awarded in actions against long-term care providers; actions against manufacturers, distributors, sellers, and promoters of certain products; confidentiality of health care services reviews; use as evidence of info...

Bill Text and History

2011 Wisconsin Act 2

For
Notification Date
4/11/2011
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
Healthcare Quality Improvement Act and tort reform
January 2011 Special Session Senate Bill 9
January 2011 Special Session Senate Bill 9
Relating to: requirements for wind energy systems, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
1/20/2011
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
Relating to requirements for wind energy systems, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority
January 2011 Special Session Senate Bill 11
January 2011 Special Session Senate Bill 11
Relating to: state finances, collective bargaining for public employees, compensation and fringe benefits of public employees, the state civil service system, the Medical Assistance program, sale of certain facilities, granting bonding authority, and makin...

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
2/17/2011
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
Provisions in budget repair bill related to governance and funding of Medical Assistance program, including related amendment(s)
January 2011 Special Session Senate Bill 12
January 2011 Special Session Senate Bill 12
Relating to: state finances, the Medical Assistance program, granting bonding authority, and making appropriations.

Bill Text and History

2011 Wisconsin Act 13

For
Notification Date
4/11/2011
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
Relating to addressing medical assistance funding shortfall
Assembly Bill 1
Assembly Bill 1
Relating to: processing refunds for the jobs tax credit.

Bill Text and History

2011 Wisconsin Act 88

For
Notification Date
2/19/2011
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
Relating to tort reform
Assembly Bill 9
Assembly Bill 9
Relating to: marketing assistance program for Wisconsin Tier II and Tier III manufacturers and making an appropriation.

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
2/19/2011
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
Relating to regulation of wind energy systems
Assembly Bill 126
Assembly Bill 126
Relating to: carrying a concealed weapon; licenses authorizing persons to carry concealed weapons; possessing or transporting a firearm, bow, or crossbow under certain circumstances; disorderly conduct limitations; photographic identification cards for for...

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
5/16/2011
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
Relating to carrying a concealed weapon
Assembly Bill 147
Assembly Bill 147
Relating to: inadmissibility of a statement of apology or condolence by a health care provider.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/26/2011
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
Relating to establishing an apology law
Assembly Bill 148
Assembly Bill 148
Relating to: changes affecting state finances in the 2010-11 fiscal year and making an appropriation.

Bill Text and History

2011 Wisconsin Act 27

For
Notification Date
5/26/2011
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
Relating to transfer of funds to Injured Patients & Families Compensation Fund and providing greater state-federal match funding for Medicaid
Assembly Bill 220
Assembly Bill 220
Relating to: an income and franchise tax credit for workplace wellness programs, granting rule-making authority, and requiring the exercise of rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
9/7/2011
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
Workplace wellness tax credit
Assembly Bill 242
Assembly Bill 242
Relating to: limiting the number of individual income tax checkoffs.

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
3/13/2012
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
Limiting the Number of Income Tax Check-offs
Assembly Bill 440
Assembly Bill 440
Relating to: electronic prescriptions for schedule II controlled substances.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/7/2012
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
electronic prescriptions for schedule II controlled substances
Assembly Bill 487
Assembly Bill 487
Relating to: licensing anesthesiologist assistants and creating the Council on Anesthesiologist Assistants and granting rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
1/25/2012
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
Anesthesiology Assistant Licensure
Assembly Bill 508
Assembly Bill 508
Relating to: authorizing the Wisconsin Health and Educational Facilities Authority to issue bonds to finance projects related to nonprofit facilities.

Bill Text and History

2011 Wisconsin Act 239

For
Notification Date
2/20/2012
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
Expanding WHEFA bonding eligibility
Assembly Joint Resolution 38
Assembly Joint Resolution 38
Relating to: Stroke Awareness Month 2011.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
7/6/2011
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
Stroke Awareness Month
Assembly Joint Resolution 40
Assembly Joint Resolution 40
Relating to: proclaiming May 2011 as Mental Health Awareness Month.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
7/6/2011
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
Mental Health Awareness Month
Senate Bill 90
Senate Bill 90
Relating to: carrying a concealed weapon; licenses authorizing persons to carry concealed weapons; possessing or transporting a firearm, bow, or crossbow under certain circumstances; disorderly conduct limitations; photographic identification cards for for...

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
5/16/2011
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
Relating to carrying a concealed weapon
Senate Bill 93
Senate Bill 93
Relating to: going armed with weapons, possessing or transporting a firearm, bow, or crossbow under certain circumstances, disorderly conduct limitations, and electric weapons.

Bill Text and History

2011 Wisconsin Act 35

Other
Notification Date
5/16/2011
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
Relating to carrying a concealed weapon
Senate Bill 103
Senate Bill 103
Relating to: inadmissibility of a statement of apology or condolence by a health care provider.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
10/24/2011
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
inadmissibility of a statement of apology or condolence by a health care provider
Senate Bill 108
Senate Bill 108
Relating to: the sale of unpasteurized milk products and an exemption from rules and licensing and permitting requirements for certain dairy farms.

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
10/24/2011
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
the sale of unpasteurized milk products and an exemption from rules and licensing and permitting requirements for certain dairy farms
Senate Bill 164
Senate Bill 164
Relating to: an income and franchise tax credit for workplace wellness programs, granting rule-making authority, and requiring the exercise of rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
9/7/2011
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
Workplace wellness tax credit
Senate Bill 317
Senate Bill 317
Relating to: electronic prescriptions for schedule II controlled substances.

Bill Text and History

2011 Wisconsin Act 159

For
Notification Date
2/7/2012
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
electronic prescriptions for schedule II controlled substances
Senate Bill 383
Senate Bill 383
Relating to: licensing anesthesiologist assistants and creating the Council on Anesthesiologist Assistants and granting rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

2011 Wisconsin Act 160

For
Notification Date
1/25/2012
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
Anesthesiology Assistant Licensure
September 2011 Special Session Assembly Bill 5
September 2011 Special Session Assembly Bill 5
Relating to: an income and franchise tax credit for workplace wellness programs, granting rule-making authority, and requiring the exercise of rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
10/15/2011
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
Wellness program tax credit
September 2011 Special Session Senate Bill 5
September 2011 Special Session Senate Bill 5
Relating to: an income and franchise tax credit for workplace wellness programs, granting rule-making authority, and requiring the exercise of rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
10/15/2011
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
Wellness program tax credit

Budget Bill Subjects

Bonding Authorization
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Bonding Authorization

Notification Date
4/15/2011
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
Relating to Wisconsin Health & Educational Facilities Authority authority to provide financing for out-of-state projects and exclusion for interest on certain bonds or notes

Health Services: Medical Assistance and Related Programs
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Health Services: Medical Assistance and Related Programs

Notification Date
4/15/2011
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
Relating to Medical Assistance services funding

Health Services: SSI and Public Health
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Health Services: SSI and Public Health

Notification Date
4/15/2011
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
Relating to public health funding and services

Public Service Commission
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Public Service Commission

Notification Date
6/23/2011
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
Funding related to Focus on Energy (FOE) grant program

University of Wisconsin System
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
University of Wisconsin System

Notification Date
4/15/2011
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
Relating to funding for medical education, health care professional training programs, and workforce development

Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings

Prescribing limitations on physician assistants.
Agency Name
Medical Examining Board
Subject
Prescribing limitations on physician assistants.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 617 (5/15/2007)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 09-006
For
Notification Date
1/18/2012
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
Provision Relating to Increasing Physician to Physician Assistant Ratios
PSC 128, wind siting rules.
Agency Name
Public Service Commission
Subject
PSC 128, wind siting rules.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 647 (11/15/2009)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 10-057
None
Notification Date
3/30/2011
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

Child protection policy and and funding
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Child protection policy and and funding

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
12/6/2012
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.

Policy and funding related to child abuse advocacy and prevention
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Policy and funding related to child abuse advocacy and prevention

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
9/7/2012
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.

Policy and funding related to child abuse advocacy and prevention
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Policy and funding related to child abuse advocacy and prevention

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
9/7/2012
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.

General surgery education and training funding
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
General surgery education and training funding

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
6/8/2012
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.

LRB-3589/4 Renewable energy financial incentives
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB-3589/4 Renewable energy financial incentives

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
5/16/2012
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.

Mental Health Delivery System Funding
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Mental Health Delivery System Funding

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
5/16/2012
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.

Comprehensive community health and wellness initiatives
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Comprehensive community health and wellness initiatives

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
3/30/2012
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.

Physician Assistant Scope of Practice Modifications (LRB 3689/1)
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Physician Assistant Scope of Practice Modifications (LRB 3689/1)

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
1/31/2012
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.

Collateral Source Legislation, including LRB-0940/P1
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Collateral Source Legislation, including LRB-0940/P1

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/24/2012
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.

Medicaid policy related to reimbursement of durable medical equipment and supplies
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Medicaid policy related to reimbursement of durable medical equipment and supplies

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
1/20/2012
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.

Comment to Public Service Commission on proposed CAPX2020 transmission line through western Wisconsin (5-CE-136)
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Comment to Public Service Commission on proposed CAPX2020 transmission line through western Wisconsin (5-CE-136)

Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)

Notification Date
12/27/2011
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.

Wisconsin Hospital Association 2011 Physician Shortage Study & Solutions
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Wisconsin Hospital Association 2011 Physician Shortage Study & Solutions

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
12/6/2011
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.

Roadway Frost Law Waiver
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Roadway Frost Law Waiver

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
11/23/2011
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.

Roadway Signage
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Roadway Signage

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
11/23/2011
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.

LRB 0760/4 Health Insurance Exchange
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB 0760/4 Health Insurance Exchange

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
10/24/2011
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.

Public Service Commission renewable energy policy, including utility rate structures and tariffs
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Public Service Commission renewable energy policy, including utility rate structures and tariffs

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
9/22/2011
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.

DHS "Midnight Census" Rule Under DHS 107.08(3)(c)(3)
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
DHS "Midnight Census" Rule Under DHS 107.08(3)(c)(3)

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
7/15/2011
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.

Reform of state Medicaid program
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Reform of state Medicaid program

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
7/13/2011
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.

Health insurance rate review
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Health insurance rate review

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
6/29/2011
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.

Transportation infrastructure and transit projects in La Crosse County
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Transportation infrastructure and transit projects in La Crosse County

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
6/29/2011
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.

Regulation of unpasteurized or raw milk
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Regulation of unpasteurized or raw milk

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
6/17/2011
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.

Logisticare MA transportation contract
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Logisticare MA transportation contract

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
5/26/2011
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.

LRB 1507/1 Regulation of wind energy
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB 1507/1 Regulation of wind energy

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
5/14/2011
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.

Implementation of Health Screening Assessments and Wellness Incentive Programs for Medical Assistance population
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Implementation of Health Screening Assessments and Wellness Incentive Programs for Medical Assistance population

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
5/10/2011
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.

Clearinghouse Rule 11-015 Injured Patients & Families Compensation Fund (IPFCF) 8.5% Rate Increase Proposal by Office of the Insurance Commissioner
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Clearinghouse Rule 11-015 Injured Patients & Families Compensation Fund (IPFCF) 8.5% Rate Increase Proposal by Office of the Insurance Commissioner

Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)

Notification Date
4/20/2011
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.

Nomination of Thomas Tornstrom to Wisconsin Emergency Medical Services Advisory Board
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Nomination of Thomas Tornstrom to Wisconsin Emergency Medical Services Advisory Board

Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)

Notification Date
4/15/2011
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.

Improving coordination of medical assistance to the foster care population
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Improving coordination of medical assistance to the foster care population

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
4/11/2011
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.

Medical assistance funding
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Medical assistance funding

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
4/11/2011
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.

Workplace wellness tax incentive or credit
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Workplace wellness tax incentive or credit

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
3/30/2011
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 WHEFA bonding authority including eligiblity for state tax exemption and and use of federal tax exemption for out-of-state projects with Wisconsin business connection
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Relating to WHEFA bonding authority including eligiblity for state tax exemption and and use of federal tax exemption for out-of-state projects with Wisconsin business connection

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
3/17/2011
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.

State Budget
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
State Budget

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
3/9/2011
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.

LRB0769 relating to statement of apology or condolence by a healthcare provider
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB0769 relating to statement of apology or condolence by a healthcare provider

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
3/8/2011
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.

Funding for Cancer Research & Registry
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Funding for Cancer Research & Registry

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
2/2/2011
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.

Gundersen Lutheran Twelve-Point "Targeted Healthcare" Reform Proposal
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Gundersen Lutheran Twelve-Point "Targeted Healthcare" Reform Proposal

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
2/2/2011
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.

legislation relating to tax incentives for business health and wellness programs
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
legislation relating to tax incentives for business health and wellness programs

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/14/2011
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.

Commuter solutions for La Crosse region (ie. Rideshare, funding, state/local/private commuter partnerships, etc)
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Commuter solutions for La Crosse region (ie. Rideshare, funding, state/local/private commuter partnerships, etc)

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
1/1/2011
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 of a state Insurance Exchange
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Development of a state Insurance Exchange

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
1/1/2011
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.

Health Services: Request to Use Federal Stimulus Funding for Activities Relating to the Medicaid Electronic Health Records Incentive Program
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Health Services: Request to Use Federal Stimulus Funding for Activities Relating to the Medicaid Electronic Health Records Incentive Program

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/1/2011
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.

High Speed Rail System in Wisconsin
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
High Speed Rail System in Wisconsin

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
1/1/2011
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.

Implementation of federal reform in Wisconsin
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Implementation of federal reform in Wisconsin

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
1/1/2011
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.

Legislation relating to "Provider orders on life-sustaining treatment (POLST)"
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Legislation relating to "Provider orders on life-sustaining treatment (POLST)"

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/1/2011
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.

Medical Homes
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Medical Homes

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
1/1/2011
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.

Proposal to license anesthesiologist assistants
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Proposal to license anesthesiologist assistants

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/1/2011
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.

Public-private renewable energy and energy efficiency partnerships
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Public-private renewable energy and energy efficiency partnerships

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
1/1/2011
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.

Wisconsin Department of Health Services "Forward Health Rate Reform Project" proposal to address shortfall in state Medicaid
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Wisconsin Department of Health Services "Forward Health Rate Reform Project" proposal to address shortfall in state Medicaid

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/1/2011
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

  2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
Total Lobbying Expenditures 2011
January - June
$14,122.67
2011
July - December
$9,473.17
2012
January - June
$8,046.35
2012
July - December
$4,140.65
Total $35,782.83
Total Hours Communicating 2011
January - June
80.00
2011
July - December
52.00
2012
January - June
54.25
2012
July - December
48.75
Total 235.00
Total Hours Other 2011
January - June
154.00
2011
July - December
61.25
2012
January - June
52.00
2012
July - December
29.25
Total 296.50

Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

Relating to: inadmissibility of a statement of apology or condolence by a health care provider.
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
1%
2011
July - December
3%
2012
January - June
1%
2012
July - December
Total 1%
Relating to: changes affecting state finances in the 2010-11 fiscal year and making an appropriation.
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
1%
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total < 1%
Relating to: processing refunds for the jobs tax credit.
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2%
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total < 1%
Relating to: limiting noneconomic damages awarded in actions against long-term care providers; actions against manufacturers, distributors, sellers, and promoters of certain products; confidentiality of health care services reviews; use as evidence of information regarding health care providers; reporting of quality indicators identifying individual hospitals; homicide or injury by negligent handling of a dangerous weapon, explosives, or fire; criminal abuse of individuals at risk; criminal abuse and neglect of patients and residents; evidence of lay and expert witnesses; damages for frivolous claims; and punitive damage awards.
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
5%
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total 2%
Relating to: requirements for wind energy systems, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority.
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
9%
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total 4%
Relating to: Stroke Awareness Month 2011.
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
1%
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total < 1%
Relating to: an income and franchise tax credit for workplace wellness programs, granting rule-making authority, and requiring the exercise of rule-making authority.
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2%
2012
January - June
1%
2012
July - December
Total < 1%
Relating to: an income and franchise tax credit for workplace wellness programs, granting rule-making authority, and requiring the exercise of rule-making authority.
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
3%
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
1%
Total < 1%
Relating to: inadmissibility of a statement of apology or condolence by a health care provider.
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
4%
2012
January - June
1%
2012
July - December
Total 1%
Relating to: an income and franchise tax credit for workplace wellness programs, granting rule-making authority, and requiring the exercise of rule-making authority.
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
4%
2012
January - June
1%
2012
July - December
Total 1%
Relating to: an income and franchise tax credit for workplace wellness programs, granting rule-making authority, and requiring the exercise of rule-making authority.
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
9%
2012
January - June
2%
2012
July - December
Total 2%
Relating to: limiting the number of individual income tax checkoffs.
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
1%
2012
July - December
Total < 1%
Relating to: electronic prescriptions for schedule II controlled substances.
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
3%
2012
July - December
Total < 1%
Relating to: authorizing the Wisconsin Health and Educational Facilities Authority to issue bonds to finance projects related to nonprofit facilities.
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
3%
2012
July - December
Total < 1%
Relating to: electronic prescriptions for schedule II controlled substances.
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
4%
2012
July - December
Total < 1%
Relating to: licensing anesthesiologist assistants and creating the Council on Anesthesiologist Assistants and granting rule-making authority.
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
10%
2012
July - December
Total 2%
Relating to: licensing anesthesiologist assistants and creating the Council on Anesthesiologist Assistants and granting rule-making authority.
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
12%
2012
July - December
Total 2%

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

2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
1%
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total < 1%
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
1%
2011
July - December
2%
2012
January - June
6%
2012
July - December
2%
Total 2%
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2%
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total < 1%
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2%
2011
July - December
7%
2012
January - June
1%
2012
July - December
12%
Total 4%
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2%
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total < 1%
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2%
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total < 1%
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
3%
2011
July - December
4%
2012
January - June
2%
2012
July - December
10%
Total 4%
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
3%
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total 1%
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
3%
2011
July - December
1%
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total 2%
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
3%
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total 1%
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
4%
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
10%
2012
July - December
8%
Total 5%
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
5%
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total 2%
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
5%
2011
July - December
9%
2012
January - June
1%
2012
July - December
1%
Total 4%
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
23%
2011
July - December
19%
2012
January - June
7%
2012
July - December
17%
Total 18%
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
23%
2011
July - December
1%
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
9%
Total 12%
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
3%
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total < 1%
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
3%
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total < 1%
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
4%
2012
January - June
7%
2012
July - December
Total 2%
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
6%
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
9%
Total 3%
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
6%
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total 1%
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
9%
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total 2%
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
1%
2012
July - December
Total < 1%
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
3%
2012
July - December
Total < 1%
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
4%
2012
July - December
Total < 1%
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
4%
2012
July - December
Total < 1%
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
6%
2012
July - December
23%
Total 5%
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
8%
2012
July - December
5%
Total 2%
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
3%
Total < 1%

Minor Efforts

(Time spent on matters each of which accounted for less than 10% of the organization's lobbying.)

Minor Efforts
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
2012
July - December
Total
2011
January - June
2011
July - December
2012
January - June
1%
2012
July - December
Total < 1%

Other Matters

No other matters found.

Filed Statements of Lobbying Activity and Expenditures