Madison Metropolitan School District
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
Legislation governing K-12 education.
Lobbying Interests:
Legislation governing K-12 education.
Title:
Media and Government Relations Director
Legislation governing K-12 education.
Lobbying Interests:
Legislation governing K-12 education.
Title:
Media and Government Relations Director
Contact
RS
Rachel Strauch-Nelson
545 West Dayton Street
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 663-1903
rmstrauchnel@madison.k12.wi.us
http://www.mmsd.org
545 West Dayton Street
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 663-1903
rmstrauchnel@madison.k12.wi.us
http://www.mmsd.org
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rachel Strauch-Nelson | Exclusive Duties N/A | Authorized On 4/10/2017 | Withdrawn On N/A |
Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 268
Relating to: school board referendums to exceed revenue limit applicable to a school district. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/28/2017
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.
Supporting Documentation
20170628_6.14.17 AB 268 and 269 re referenda.pdf
Relating to: school board referendums to exceed revenue limit applicable to a school district. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date6/28/2017
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.
Supporting Documentation
20170628_6.14.17 AB 268 and 269 re referenda.pdf
Assembly Bill 269
Relating to: scheduling of school district referendums to exceed revenue limits.
Bill Text and History
6/28/2017
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.
Supporting Documentation
20170628_6.14.17 AB 268 and 269 re referenda.pdf
Relating to: scheduling of school district referendums to exceed revenue limits.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date6/28/2017
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.
Supporting Documentation
20170628_6.14.17 AB 268 and 269 re referenda.pdf
Assembly Bill 307
Relating to: competitive bidding thresholds and requiring school districts to utilize competitive bidding. (FE)
Bill Text and History
7/17/2017
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: competitive bidding thresholds and requiring school districts to utilize competitive bidding. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date7/17/2017
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 427
Relating to: comprehensive firearm education for high school pupils.
Bill Text and History
7/10/2017
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: comprehensive firearm education for high school pupils.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date7/10/2017
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 693
Relating to: rights of and protections for teachers. (FE)
Bill Text and History
12/6/2017
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: rights of and protections for teachers. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date12/6/2017
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 780
Relating to: notice to a school of a permanency review or hearing, notice to a school district of a foster home or group home license or out-of-home care placement, and transfer of pupil records.
Bill Text and History
2017 Wisconsin Act 251
1/11/2018
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.
Supporting Documentation
20180111_AB 780 - foster care.pdf
Relating to: notice to a school of a permanency review or hearing, notice to a school district of a foster home or group home license or out-of-home care placement, and transfer of pupil records.
Bill Text and History
2017 Wisconsin Act 251
For
Notification Date1/11/2018
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.
Supporting Documentation
20180111_AB 780 - foster care.pdf
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.
Supporting Documentation
20170531_SB 169 letter.docx
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
Against
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.
Supporting Documentation
20170531_SB 169 letter.docx
Senate Bill 427
Relating to: notification of certain construction activities in school buildings.
Bill Text and History
12/18/2017
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.
Relating to: notification of certain construction activities in school buildings.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date12/18/2017
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.
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
3/30/2018
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.
Supporting Documentation
20180330_3.16.18 School Safety.pdf
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
Against
Notification Date3/30/2018
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.
Supporting Documentation
20180330_3.16.18 School Safety.pdf
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
3/30/2018
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.
Supporting Documentation
20180330_3.16.18 School Safety.pdf
Relating to: creating an office of school safety in the Department of Justice and making appropriations. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date3/30/2018
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.
Supporting Documentation
20180330_3.16.18 School Safety.pdf
Budget Bill Subjects
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Public Instruction: Categorical Aids
Public Instruction: Categorical Aids
Notification Date
4/19/2017
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.
4/19/2017
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
4/19/2017
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.
4/19/2017
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: General School Aids and Revenue Limits
Public Instruction: General School Aids and Revenue Limits
Notification Date
4/19/2017
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.
4/19/2017
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: School District Operations
Public Instruction: School District Operations
Notification Date
4/19/2017
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.
4/19/2017
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 $7,414.03 |
2017 July - December $6,965.76 |
2018 January - June $4,181.06 |
2018 July - December $2,230.80 |
Total $20,791.65 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2017 January - June 12.50 |
2017 July - December 3.00 |
2018 January - June 7.00 |
2018 July - December 1.00 |
Total 23.50 |
| Total Hours Other | 2017 January - June 72.50 |
2017 July - December 77.00 |
2018 January - June 42.00 |
2018 July - December 23.50 |
Total 215.00 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Relating to: competitive bidding thresholds and requiring school districts to utilize competitive bidding. (FE)
| 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% |
Relating to: comprehensive firearm education for high school pupils.
| 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% |
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 5% |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total 3% |
Relating to: school board referendums to exceed revenue limit applicable to a school district. (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 |
2018 July - December |
Total 5% |
Relating to: scheduling of school district referendums to exceed revenue limits.
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 10% |
2017 July - December 10% |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total 7% |
Relating to: notice to a school of a permanency review or hearing, notice to a school district of a foster home or group home license or out-of-home care placement, and transfer of pupil 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 2% |
Relating to: notification of certain construction activities in school buildings.
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December 10% |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total 3% |
Relating to: rights of and protections for teachers. (FE)
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December 25% |
2018 January - June 25% |
2018 July - December |
Total 13% |
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)
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June 25% |
2018 July - December |
Total 5% |
Relating to: creating an office of school safety in the Department of Justice and making appropriations. (FE)
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June 25% |
2018 July - December |
Total 5% |
Budget Bill Subjects
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 10% |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December 15% |
Total 5% |
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 10% |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December 15% |
Total 5% |
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 10% |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total 4% |
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 30% |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December 10% |
Total 12% |
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
No administrative rulemaking proceedings found.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
No topics found.
Minor Efforts
(Time spent on matters each of which accounted for less than 10% of the organization's lobbying.)
Other Matters
Includes time spent on:
- Gubernatorial nominations
- Matters on which the organization made no lobbying communication