Wisconsin Newspaper Association
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
Newspaper industry.
Lobbying Interests:
Our interests include open meeting and open records issues, First Amendment, independent contractors, recycling, information brokering, taxation, workers' compensation and unemployment, and publication of legal (public) notices.
CEO Name:
Beth Bennett
Executive Director
Newspaper industry.
Lobbying Interests:
Our interests include open meeting and open records issues, First Amendment, independent contractors, recycling, information brokering, taxation, workers' compensation and unemployment, and publication of legal (public) notices.
CEO Name:
Beth Bennett
Executive Director
Contact
BB
Beth Bennett
34 Schroeder Court, Suite 220
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 283-7621
(608) 283-7631
beth.bennett@wnanews.com
http://www.WNAnews.com
34 Schroeder Court, Suite 220
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 283-7621
(608) 283-7631
beth.bennett@wnanews.com
http://www.WNAnews.com
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beth Bennett | Exclusive Duties N/A | Authorized On 1/28/2017 | Withdrawn On N/A |
| Mark Graul | Exclusive Duties N/A | Authorized On 1/28/2017 | Withdrawn On N/A |
| Hannah M Huffman | Exclusive Duties N/A | Authorized On 1/28/2017 | Withdrawn On N/A |
Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 70
Relating to: publication of proceedings of meetings held by certain governmental bodies.
Bill Text and History
3/8/2017
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: publication of proceedings of meetings held by certain governmental bodies.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date3/8/2017
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 119
Relating to: method of notification when a legal notice is provided electronically.
Bill Text and History
3/13/2017
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.
Relating to: method of notification when a legal notice is provided electronically.
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date3/13/2017
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.
Assembly Bill 120
Relating to: information required to be included in class 2 and class 3 legal notices.
Bill Text and History
2017 Wisconsin Act 353
3/13/2017
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.
Relating to: information required to be included in class 2 and class 3 legal notices.
Bill Text and History
2017 Wisconsin Act 353
Other
Notification Date3/13/2017
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.
Assembly Bill 277
Relating to: eliminating the personal property tax and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
4/25/2017
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.
Relating to: eliminating the personal property tax and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date4/25/2017
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.
Assembly Bill 351
Relating to: body cameras on law enforcement officers. (FE)
Bill Text and History
10/31/2017
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: body cameras on law enforcement officers. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date10/31/2017
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.
Assembly Bill 353
Relating to: the organization and operation of cooperatives and extensions of credit by electric cooperatives.
Bill Text and History
2017 Wisconsin Act 76
10/23/2017
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: the organization and operation of cooperatives and extensions of credit by electric cooperatives.
Bill Text and History
2017 Wisconsin Act 76
Against
Notification Date10/23/2017
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 469
Relating to: enforcing liens on personal property stored in self-service storage facilities and units, towing a vehicle of a lessee in default, authorizing the sale of self-service storage limited lines insurance, and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2017 Wisconsin Act 325
10/23/2017
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: enforcing liens on personal property stored in self-service storage facilities and units, towing a vehicle of a lessee in default, authorizing the sale of self-service storage limited lines insurance, and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2017 Wisconsin Act 325
None
Notification Date10/23/2017
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 691
Relating to: eligible bidders at foreclosure sales, eligible purchasers of foreclosed property, and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2017 Wisconsin Act 339
12/5/2017
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: eligible bidders at foreclosure sales, eligible purchasers of foreclosed property, and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2017 Wisconsin Act 339
For
Notification Date12/5/2017
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 731
Relating to: qualification of newspapers to receive compensation for publication of legal notice.
Bill Text and History
2017 Wisconsin Act 282
12/8/2017
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: qualification of newspapers to receive compensation for publication of legal notice.
Bill Text and History
2017 Wisconsin Act 282
For
Notification Date12/8/2017
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 42
Relating to: publication of proceedings of meetings held by certain governmental bodies.
Bill Text and History
3/8/2017
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: publication of proceedings of meetings held by certain governmental bodies.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date3/8/2017
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 218
Relating to: eliminating the personal property tax and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/2/2017
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: eliminating the personal property tax and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/2/2017
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 279
Relating to: body cameras on law enforcement officers. (FE)
Bill Text and History
11/8/2017
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: body cameras on law enforcement officers. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date11/8/2017
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 281
Relating to: the organization and operation of cooperatives and extensions of credit by electric cooperatives.
Bill Text and History
10/23/2017
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: the organization and operation of cooperatives and extensions of credit by electric cooperatives.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date10/23/2017
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 612
Relating to: the availability of information on crimes through the consolidated court automation programs.
Bill Text and History
12/11/2017
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: the availability of information on crimes through the consolidated court automation programs.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date12/11/2017
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 621
Relating to: authorizing counties to conduct foreclosure sales using an Internet-based auction. (FE)
Bill Text and History
12/8/2017
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: authorizing counties to conduct foreclosure sales using an Internet-based auction. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date12/8/2017
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 627
Relating to: qualification of newspapers to receive compensation for publication of legal notice.
Bill Text and History
12/8/2017
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: qualification of newspapers to receive compensation for publication of legal notice.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date12/8/2017
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 835
Relating to: records of railroads regarding trespass.
Bill Text and History
2/26/2018
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: records of railroads regarding trespass.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/26/2018
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: General Agency Provisions
Administration: General Agency Provisions
Notification Date
3/13/2017
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.
Comments
Public Notice Requirement
3/13/2017
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.
Comments
Public Notice Requirement
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Governor
Governor
Notification Date
7/28/2017
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.
Comments
provisions in budget that would have eliminated the publication of public notices in newspapers
7/28/2017
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.
Comments
provisions in budget that would have eliminated the publication of public notices in newspapers
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Governor
Governor
Notification Date
7/28/2017
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.
Comments
provisions in budget that would have eliminated the publication of public notices in newspapers
7/28/2017
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.
Comments
provisions in budget that would have eliminated the publication of public notices in newspapers
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Natural Resources: Forestry, Parks and Recreation
Natural Resources: Forestry, Parks and Recreation
Notification Date
3/13/2017
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.
Comments
Notice of Timber Sales
3/13/2017
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.
Comments
Notice of Timber Sales
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB 0134
LRB 0134
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/28/2019
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
1/28/2019
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
open records law
open records law
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
3/8/2017
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
3/8/2017
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
publishing of public notices
publishing of public notices
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
3/8/2017
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
3/8/2017
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 $3,432.00 |
2017 July - December $12,229.84 |
2018 January - June $32,500.00 |
2018 July - December $16,529.20 |
Total $64,691.04 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2017 January - June 42.50 |
2017 July - December 29.50 |
2018 January - June 25.75 |
2018 July - December 22.00 |
Total 119.75 |
| Total Hours Other | 2017 January - June 56.00 |
2017 July - December 96.50 |
2018 January - June 41.00 |
2018 July - December 17.75 |
Total 211.25 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Relating to: eliminating the personal property tax and making an appropriation. (FE)
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 10% |
2017 July - December 1% |
2018 January - June 1% |
2018 July - December 5% |
Total 4% |
Relating to: eliminating the personal property tax and making an appropriation. (FE)
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 10% |
2017 July - December 5% |
2018 January - June 5% |
2018 July - December 5% |
Total 6% |
Relating to: publication of proceedings of meetings held by certain governmental bodies.
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 20% |
2017 July - December 25% |
2018 January - June 25% |
2018 July - December 20% |
Total 23% |
Relating to: method of notification when a legal notice is provided electronically.
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 20% |
2017 July - December 1% |
2018 January - June 1% |
2018 July - December 5% |
Total 7% |
Relating to: information required to be included in class 2 and class 3 legal notices.
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 20% |
2017 July - December 1% |
2018 January - June 1% |
2018 July - December 5% |
Total 7% |
Relating to: publication of proceedings of meetings held by certain governmental bodies.
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 20% |
2017 July - December 25% |
2018 January - June 25% |
2018 July - December 5% |
Total 21% |
Relating to: enforcing liens on personal property stored in self-service storage facilities and units, towing a vehicle of a lessee in default, authorizing the sale of self-service storage limited lines insurance, and providing a penalty. (FE)
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December 1% |
2018 January - June 1% |
2018 July - December 5% |
Total 1% |
Relating to: eligible bidders at foreclosure sales, eligible purchasers of foreclosed property, and providing a penalty. (FE)
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December 1% |
2018 January - June 1% |
2018 July - December 5% |
Total 1% |
Relating to: the organization and operation of cooperatives and extensions of credit by electric cooperatives.
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December 1% |
2018 January - June 1% |
2018 July - December 5% |
Total 1% |
Relating to: the availability of information on crimes through the consolidated court automation programs.
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December 1% |
2018 January - June 1% |
2018 July - December 5% |
Total 1% |
Relating to: authorizing counties to conduct foreclosure sales using an Internet-based auction. (FE)
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December 1% |
2018 January - June 1% |
2018 July - December 5% |
Total 1% |
Relating to: body cameras on law enforcement officers. (FE)
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December 3% |
2018 January - June 3% |
2018 July - December 5% |
Total 2% |
Relating to: the organization and operation of cooperatives and extensions of credit by electric cooperatives.
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December 4% |
2018 January - June 4% |
2018 July - December 5% |
Total 3% |
Relating to: body cameras on law enforcement officers. (FE)
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December 5% |
2018 January - June 5% |
2018 July - December 5% |
Total 3% |
Relating to: qualification of newspapers to receive compensation for publication of legal notice.
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December 10% |
2018 January - June 10% |
2018 July - December 5% |
Total 7% |
Relating to: qualification of newspapers to receive compensation for publication of legal notice.
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December 15% |
2018 January - June 15% |
2018 July - December 5% |
Total 9% |
Relating to: records of railroads regarding trespass.
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December 5% |
Total < 1% |
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
No topics found.
Minor Efforts
No minor efforts found.
Other Matters
No other matters found.