Wisconsin Council of Religious and Independent Schools
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
WCRIS seeks equitable access to educational opportunities; ensures that public policies advance fairness and justice for our students; defends the right of parents to select the best educational option for their children; defends the right of religious and independent schools to pursue their unique missions; facilitates communication and collaboration between our member schools, their leaders and the communities we serve; provides leadership training opportunities for private school staff and facilitates opportunities to celebrate educational quality in private k-12 schools.
Lobbying Interests:
K-12 education, transportation, funding and governance issues that affect religious and independent schools, their students, their faculty, their parents, their leadership councils and their freedom to operate.
Title:
Executive Director
WCRIS seeks equitable access to educational opportunities; ensures that public policies advance fairness and justice for our students; defends the right of parents to select the best educational option for their children; defends the right of religious and independent schools to pursue their unique missions; facilitates communication and collaboration between our member schools, their leaders and the communities we serve; provides leadership training opportunities for private school staff and facilitates opportunities to celebrate educational quality in private k-12 schools.
Lobbying Interests:
K-12 education, transportation, funding and governance issues that affect religious and independent schools, their students, their faculty, their parents, their leadership councils and their freedom to operate.
Title:
Executive Director
Contact
SLS
Sharon L. Schmeling
110 E Main Street, Suite 802
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 287-1224
Sschmeling@wcris.org
http://www.wcris.org
110 E Main Street, Suite 802
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 287-1224
Sschmeling@wcris.org
http://www.wcris.org
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharon L Schmeling | Exclusive Duties N/A | Authorized On 1/13/2017 | Withdrawn On N/A |
Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 233
Relating to: submitting a state plan under the Every Student Succeeds Act.
Bill Text and History
4/21/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: submitting a state plan under the Every Student Succeeds Act.
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date4/21/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 247
Relating to: going armed with a firearm and electric weapons, licenses for carrying a concealed weapon, trespassing while armed with a firearm, and providing criminal penalties. (FE)
Bill Text and History
4/21/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: going armed with a firearm and electric weapons, licenses for carrying a concealed weapon, trespassing while armed with a firearm, and providing criminal penalties. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date4/21/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 383
Relating to: parental choice programs, the Special Needs Scholarship Program, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/9/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: parental choice programs, the Special Needs Scholarship Program, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/9/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 805
Relating to: excluding certain college credit in high school programs from the Early College Credit Program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2017 Wisconsin Act 307
1/22/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: excluding certain college credit in high school programs from the Early College Credit Program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2017 Wisconsin Act 307
For
Notification Date1/22/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 830
Relating to: an education savings account program for gifted and talented pupils, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
1/22/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: an education savings account program for gifted and talented pupils, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date1/22/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 851
Relating to: a pilot grant program to support college courses taught in high schools and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/5/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: a pilot grant program to support college courses taught in high schools and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/5/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 910
Relating to: updating references to the Internal Revenue Code relating to certain individual income tax provisions, limiting the income tax deduction for certain tuition payments, clarifying the duties of the College Savings Program Board, a sales and use ...
Bill Text and History
2/7/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: updating references to the Internal Revenue Code relating to certain individual income tax provisions, limiting the income tax deduction for certain tuition payments, clarifying the duties of the College Savings Program Board, a sales and use ...
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/7/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 169
Relating to: going armed with a firearm and electric weapons, licenses for carrying a concealed weapon, trespassing while armed with a firearm, and providing criminal penalties. (FE)
Bill Text and History
5/31/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: going armed with a firearm and electric weapons, licenses for carrying a concealed weapon, trespassing while armed with a firearm, and providing criminal penalties. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date5/31/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 293
Relating to: parental choice programs, the Special Needs Scholarship Program, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2017 Wisconsin Act 36
6/9/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: parental choice programs, the Special Needs Scholarship Program, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2017 Wisconsin Act 36
For
Notification Date6/9/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 677
Relating to: excluding certain college credit in high school programs from the Early College Credit Program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/5/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: excluding certain college credit in high school programs from the Early College Credit Program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/5/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 711
Relating to: a pilot grant program to support college courses taught in high schools and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2017 Wisconsin Act 206
2/5/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: a pilot grant program to support college courses taught in high schools and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2017 Wisconsin Act 206
For
Notification Date2/5/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 764
Relating to: updating references to the Internal Revenue Code relating to certain individual income tax provisions, limiting the income tax deduction for certain tuition payments, clarifying the duties of the College Savings Program Board, a sales and use ...
Bill Text and History
2/7/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: updating references to the Internal Revenue Code relating to certain individual income tax provisions, limiting the income tax deduction for certain tuition payments, clarifying the duties of the College Savings Program Board, a sales and use ...
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/7/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 786
Relating to: allowing certain youth membership organizations to speak to pupils during the school day.
Bill Text and History
2/14/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: allowing certain youth membership organizations to speak to pupils during the school day.
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date2/14/2018
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.
March 2018 Special Session Assembly Bill 1
Relating to: grants to schools for school safety and safety-related upgrades to school buildings, equipment, and facilities; providing an exemption from rule-making procedures; and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
3/23/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: grants to schools for school safety and safety-related upgrades to school buildings, equipment, and facilities; providing an exemption from rule-making procedures; and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/23/2018
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.
March 2018 Special Session Assembly Bill 2
Relating to: creating an office of school safety in the Department of Justice and making appropriations. (FE)
Bill Text and History
3/23/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: creating an office of school safety in the Department of Justice and making appropriations. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/23/2018
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.
March 2018 Special Session Assembly Bill 3
Relating to: mandatory reporting of suspected intent to carry out violence involving a dangerous weapon or explosive in or targeting a school and providing a criminal penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
3/23/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: mandatory reporting of suspected intent to carry out violence involving a dangerous weapon or explosive in or targeting a school and providing a criminal penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/23/2018
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.
March 2018 Special Session Assembly Bill 4
Relating to: the Department of Public Instruction's model school policy on bullying by pupils.
Bill Text and History
3/23/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: the Department of Public Instruction's model school policy on bullying by pupils.
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date3/23/2018
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.
March 2018 Special Session Assembly Bill 5
Relating to: school safety plans. (FE)
Bill Text and History
3/23/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: school safety plans. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/23/2018
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.
March 2018 Special Session Assembly Bill 6
Relating to: allowing a school board to share safety camera footage with law enforcement.
Bill Text and History
3/23/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: allowing a school board to share safety camera footage with law enforcement.
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date3/23/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Budget Bill Subjects
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Administration: Information Technology
Administration: Information Technology
Notification Date
5/18/2017
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.
5/18/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Public Instruction: Choice, Charter, and Open Enrollment
Public Instruction: Choice, Charter, and Open Enrollment
Notification Date
3/30/2017
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.
3/30/2017
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.
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
Changes to rules governing Parental Choice Programs and Special Needs Scholarship Program as a result of 2017 Wisconsin Acts 36 and 59 and other changes
Agency Name
Department of Public Instruction (PI)
Subject
Changes to rules governing Parental Choice Programs and Special Needs Scholarship Program as a result of 2017 Wisconsin Acts 36 and 59 and other changes
Scope Statement
SS 111_17
1/22/2018
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.
Department of Public Instruction (PI)
Subject
Changes to rules governing Parental Choice Programs and Special Needs Scholarship Program as a result of 2017 Wisconsin Acts 36 and 59 and other changes
Scope Statement
SS 111_17
For
Notification Date1/22/2018
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.
Agency Name
Department of Public Instruction (PI)
Subject
Professional standards council revisions to licensure
Scope Statement
SS 020_17
1/22/2018
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.
Department of Public Instruction (PI)
Subject
Professional standards council revisions to licensure
Scope Statement
SS 020_17
Other
Notification Date1/22/2018
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.
Agency Name
Department of Public Instruction (PI)
Subject
Revisions to emergency rules governing licensure as a result of 2017 Wisconsin Act 59
Scope Statement
SS 107_17
1/22/2018
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.
Department of Public Instruction (PI)
Subject
Revisions to emergency rules governing licensure as a result of 2017 Wisconsin Act 59
Scope Statement
SS 107_17
Other
Notification Date1/22/2018
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.
Agency Name
Department of Public Instruction (PI)
Subject
The Early College Credit Program and Changes to PI 40 as a result of 2017 Wisconsin Act 59
Scope Statement
SS 039_18
12/10/2018
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.
Department of Public Instruction (PI)
Subject
The Early College Credit Program and Changes to PI 40 as a result of 2017 Wisconsin Act 59
Scope Statement
SS 039_18
Other
Notification Date12/10/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
treatment and intervention for students with Dyslexia in K-12 schools
treatment and intervention for students with Dyslexia in K-12 schools
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
5/4/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
5/4/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
K-12 school, student and teacher safety and security
K-12 school, student and teacher safety and security
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
3/2/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
3/2/2018
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.
State tax law changes related to federally allowed contributions to 529 savings accounts for K-12 private school expenses
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
State tax law changes related to federally allowed contributions to 529 savings accounts for K-12 private school expenses
State tax law changes related to federally allowed contributions to 529 savings accounts for K-12 private school expenses
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/22/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/22/2018
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.
teacher license changes related to private K-12 schools & teachers; recognition of teaching experience gained in private schools as acceptable for license requirements; the ability of nonpublic schools or related groups to verify successful teaching.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
teacher license changes related to private K-12 schools & teachers; recognition of teaching experience gained in private schools as acceptable for license requirements; the ability of nonpublic schools or related groups to verify successful teaching.
teacher license changes related to private K-12 schools & teachers; recognition of teaching experience gained in private schools as acceptable for license requirements; the ability of nonpublic schools or related groups to verify successful teaching.
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/15/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/15/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
health classes, courses and curriculum and CPR and AED training in private K-12 schools
health classes, courses and curriculum and CPR and AED training in private K-12 schools
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
10/25/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
10/25/2017
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.
Requiring private schools to notify teachers about their rights/protections under state and federal law in dealing with students who may pose a danger of physical harm, requiring private schools to notify law enforcement, and maintain related records
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Requiring private schools to notify teachers about their rights/protections under state and federal law in dealing with students who may pose a danger of physical harm, requiring private schools to notify law enforcement, and maintain related records
Requiring private schools to notify teachers about their rights/protections under state and federal law in dealing with students who may pose a danger of physical harm, requiring private schools to notify law enforcement, and maintain related records
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
10/24/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
10/24/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Education topics related to parental choice programs
Education topics related to parental choice programs
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
3/30/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
3/30/2017
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.
accreditation of private schools participating in a parental choice program and licensure for teachers and administrators in private schools participating in a parental choice program
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
accreditation of private schools participating in a parental choice program and licensure for teachers and administrators in private schools participating in a parental choice program
accreditation of private schools participating in a parental choice program and licensure for teachers and administrators in private schools participating in a parental choice program
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
2/24/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
2/24/2017
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.
Pricing of the Forward Exam and other state assessment tools for private school students not in a parental choice or special needs scholarship program
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Pricing of the Forward Exam and other state assessment tools for private school students not in a parental choice or special needs scholarship program
Pricing of the Forward Exam and other state assessment tools for private school students not in a parental choice or special needs scholarship program
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/24/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/24/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
school busing and transportation services for private school students
school busing and transportation services for private school students
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/24/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/24/2017
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.
creation and funding of a federally mandated private school ombudsman to mediate problems with federal education title programs serving private school students as required by federal law
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
creation and funding of a federally mandated private school ombudsman to mediate problems with federal education title programs serving private school students as required by federal law
creation and funding of a federally mandated private school ombudsman to mediate problems with federal education title programs serving private school students as required by federal law
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/24/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/24/2017
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.
changes in student eligibility for participation in private school sponsored sporting teams and competitions
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
changes in student eligibility for participation in private school sponsored sporting teams and competitions
changes in student eligibility for participation in private school sponsored sporting teams and competitions
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/24/2017
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.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/24/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Budget Bill treatment of school accountability
Budget Bill treatment of school accountability
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/13/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/13/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Budget bill treatment of various changes to parental choice programs
Budget bill treatment of various changes to parental choice programs
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/13/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/13/2017
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.
state budget bill treatment of teacher licensure and inclusion of private school teachers in teacher training and licensure related grant programs
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
state budget bill treatment of teacher licensure and inclusion of private school teachers in teacher training and licensure related grant programs
state budget bill treatment of teacher licensure and inclusion of private school teachers in teacher training and licensure related grant programs
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/13/2017
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.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/13/2017
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.
Special needs scholarship program; the creation of a scholarship program to assist special needs students attend the public or private school of their choice.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Special needs scholarship program; the creation of a scholarship program to assist special needs students attend the public or private school of their choice.
Special needs scholarship program; the creation of a scholarship program to assist special needs students attend the public or private school of their choice.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/13/2017
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.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/13/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
School voucher program; rules and proposals related to expansion and development
School voucher program; rules and proposals related to expansion and development
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/13/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/13/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
curriculum and instruction requirements for private schools and students
curriculum and instruction requirements for private schools and students
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/13/2017
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.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/13/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
The creation and regulation of tax credit K-12 scholarships and scholarship granting organizations.
The creation and regulation of tax credit K-12 scholarships and scholarship granting organizations.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/13/2017
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.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/13/2017
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.
the regulation of: student teaching, teacher licensure, and alternative teacher licensure, and the costs involved in student teaching and obtaining teacher licenses
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
the regulation of: student teaching, teacher licensure, and alternative teacher licensure, and the costs involved in student teaching and obtaining teacher licenses
the regulation of: student teaching, teacher licensure, and alternative teacher licensure, and the costs involved in student teaching and obtaining teacher licenses
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/13/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/13/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
tax deduction for K-12 educational expenses
tax deduction for K-12 educational expenses
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/13/2017
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.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/13/2017
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.
the use and assignment in the state budget of federal education funds from ESSA title programs for private k-12 students and teachers
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
the use and assignment in the state budget of federal education funds from ESSA title programs for private k-12 students and teachers
the use and assignment in the state budget of federal education funds from ESSA title programs for private k-12 students and teachers
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/13/2017
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.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/13/2017
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.
State budget bill treatment of private K-12 school and teacher inclusion in TEACH educational technology grants and TEACH teacher training grants.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
State budget bill treatment of private K-12 school and teacher inclusion in TEACH educational technology grants and TEACH teacher training grants.
State budget bill treatment of private K-12 school and teacher inclusion in TEACH educational technology grants and TEACH teacher training grants.
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/13/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/13/2017
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.
Expanding and standardizing youth options and course options programs to include private school students
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Expanding and standardizing youth options and course options programs to include private school students
Expanding and standardizing youth options and course options programs to include private school students
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/13/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/13/2017
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.
guns in private schools and local private school control over setting policies on guns in private schools
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
guns in private schools and local private school control over setting policies on guns in private schools
guns in private schools and local private school control over setting policies on guns in private schools
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/13/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/13/2017
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.
regulation of nutrition education requirements and nutrition related curriculum requirements in private schools
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
regulation of nutrition education requirements and nutrition related curriculum requirements in private schools
regulation of nutrition education requirements and nutrition related curriculum requirements in private schools
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/13/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/13/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Total Lobbying Effort
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Lobbying Expenditures | 2017 January - June $12,474.05 |
2017 July - December $4,389.47 |
2018 January - June $9,457.18 |
2018 July - December $4,774.41 |
Total $31,095.12 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2017 January - June 31.90 |
2017 July - December 10.00 |
2018 January - June 15.25 |
2018 July - December 8.50 |
Total 65.65 |
| Total Hours Other | 2017 January - June 126.75 |
2017 July - December 41.75 |
2018 January - June 96.00 |
2018 July - December 49.00 |
Total 313.50 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Relating to: submitting a state plan under the Every Student Succeeds Act.
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 5% |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total 2% |
Relating to: going armed with a firearm and electric weapons, licenses for carrying a concealed weapon, trespassing while armed with a firearm, and providing criminal penalties. (FE)
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 5% |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total 2% |
Relating to: going armed with a firearm and electric weapons, licenses for carrying a concealed weapon, trespassing while armed with a firearm, and providing criminal penalties. (FE)
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 5% |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total 2% |
Relating to: parental choice programs, the Special Needs Scholarship Program, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 5% |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total 2% |
Relating to: parental choice programs, the Special Needs Scholarship Program, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 5% |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total 2% |
Budget Bill Subjects
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 15% |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total 6% |
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
Changes to rules governing Parental Choice Programs and Special Needs Scholarship Program as a result of 2017 Wisconsin Acts 36 and 59 and other changes
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December 5% |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total < 1% |
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December 5% |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total < 1% |
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December 5% |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
accreditation of private schools participating in a parental choice program and licensure for teachers and administrators in private schools participating in a parental choice program
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 5% |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total 2% |
Pricing of the Forward Exam and other state assessment tools for private school students not in a parental choice or special needs scholarship program
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 5% |
2017 July - December 5% |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total 3% |
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 5% |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total 2% |
creation and funding of a federally mandated private school ombudsman to mediate problems with federal education title programs serving private school students as required by federal law
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 25% |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total 10% |
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December 5% |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Requiring private schools to notify teachers about their rights/protections under state and federal law in dealing with students who may pose a danger of physical harm, requiring private schools to notify law enforcement, and maintain related records
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December 5% |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total < 1% |
teacher license changes related to private K-12 schools & teachers; recognition of teaching experience gained in private schools as acceptable for license requirements; the ability of nonpublic schools or related groups to verify successful teaching.
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June 45% |
2018 July - December |
Total 13% |
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June 45% |
2018 July - December |
Total 13% |
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