Legal Action of Wisconsin
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
Non profit law firm representing low-income people in their civil legal aid matters.
Lobbying Interests:
Issues related to civil legal problems of low-income people
Title:
Executive Director
Non profit law firm representing low-income people in their civil legal aid matters.
Lobbying Interests:
Issues related to civil legal problems of low-income people
Title:
Executive Director
Contact
DP
Deedee Peterson
230 W Wells St, Room 800
Milwaukee, WI 53203
(414) 278-7777 x3051
ddp@legalaction.org
http://www.legalaction.org
230 W Wells St, Room 800
Milwaukee, WI 53203
(414) 278-7777 x3051
ddp@legalaction.org
http://www.legalaction.org
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
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Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 33
Relating to: expungement of records of certain crimes. (FE)
Bill Text and History
10/21/2019
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.
Relating to: expungement of records of certain crimes. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/21/2019
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.
Assembly Bill 94
Relating to: reduction of child support payments during incarceration.
Bill Text and History
10/21/2019
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.
Relating to: reduction of child support payments during incarceration.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/21/2019
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.
Assembly Bill 95
Relating to: modifications to legal custody or physical placement contingent upon a future event.
Bill Text and History
10/21/2019
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.
Relating to: modifications to legal custody or physical placement contingent upon a future event.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date10/21/2019
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.
Assembly Bill 97
Relating to: the involvement and cooperation of both parents in a physical placement schedule.
Bill Text and History
10/21/2019
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.
Relating to: the involvement and cooperation of both parents in a physical placement schedule.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date10/21/2019
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.
Assembly Bill 98
Relating to: factors relating to the physical placement of a child.
Bill Text and History
10/21/2019
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.
Relating to: factors relating to the physical placement of a child.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date10/21/2019
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.
Assembly Bill 99
Relating to: proposed parenting plans in certain actions affecting the family.
Bill Text and History
10/21/2019
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.
Relating to: proposed parenting plans in certain actions affecting the family.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date10/21/2019
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.
Assembly Bill 100
Relating to: judicial notice of certain court records relating to domestic violence or child abuse.
Bill Text and History
10/21/2019
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.
Relating to: judicial notice of certain court records relating to domestic violence or child abuse.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/21/2019
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.
Assembly Bill 103
Relating to: eliminating administrative rule limitation on recovery of birth costs. (FE)
Bill Text and History
10/21/2019
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.
Relating to: eliminating administrative rule limitation on recovery of birth costs. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date10/21/2019
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.
Assembly Bill 166
Relating to: presumption and conclusive determination of paternity on the basis of genetic test results and orders that may be granted on the basis of genetic test results. (FE)
Bill Text and History
10/22/2019
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.
Relating to: presumption and conclusive determination of paternity on the basis of genetic test results and orders that may be granted on the basis of genetic test results. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date10/22/2019
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.
Assembly Bill 204
Relating to: municipal ordinance enforcement and court procedures. (FE)
Bill Text and History
7/17/2019
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.
Comments
AB 204 is likely to benefit Legal Action of Wisconsin’s clients overall by clarifying the municipal court rules. However there are 3 sections of the proposed legislation that may have unintended consequences that harm our clients. Please see attached
Relating to: municipal ordinance enforcement and court procedures. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date7/17/2019
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.
Comments
AB 204 is likely to benefit Legal Action of Wisconsin’s clients overall by clarifying the municipal court rules. However there are 3 sections of the proposed legislation that may have unintended consequences that harm our clients. Please see attached
Assembly Bill 209
Relating to: mandatory parenting classes.
Bill Text and History
10/21/2019
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.
Relating to: mandatory parenting classes.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date10/21/2019
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.
Assembly Bill 322
Relating to: the availability of information on crimes through the consolidated court automation programs.
Bill Text and History
2/14/2020
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
Against
Notification Date2/14/2020
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 337
Relating to: marriage between persons of the same sex and extending parentage rights to married couples of the same sex. (FE)
Bill Text and History
10/21/2019
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.
Relating to: marriage between persons of the same sex and extending parentage rights to married couples of the same sex. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/21/2019
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.
Assembly Bill 439
Relating to: waiting period for marriage after divorce judgment.
Bill Text and History
10/21/2019
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.
Relating to: waiting period for marriage after divorce judgment.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/21/2019
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.
Assembly Bill 480
Relating to: increased penalties for crimes against elder persons; restraining orders for elder persons; freezing assets of a defendant charged with financial exploitation of an elder person; sexual assault of an elder person; physical abuse of an elder pe...
Bill Text and History
12/30/2019
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.
Relating to: increased penalties for crimes against elder persons; restraining orders for elder persons; freezing assets of a defendant charged with financial exploitation of an elder person; sexual assault of an elder person; physical abuse of an elder pe...
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date12/30/2019
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.
Assembly Bill 669
Relating to: repossession of collateral or leased goods.
Bill Text and History
1/8/2020
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: repossession of collateral or leased goods.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date1/8/2020
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 696
Relating to: penalties for violations related to the motor vehicle liability insurance requirement, proof of financial responsibility, requirements for registering motor vehicles, operating a vehicle without an operator's license or after suspension or rev...
Bill Text and History
1/8/2020
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
AB 696/SB 626 would have a drastic & harmful impact on low-income individuals and families. The bill's punitive measures would not increase the number of insured drivers, but would further punish low-income people for their inability to pay fees.
Relating to: penalties for violations related to the motor vehicle liability insurance requirement, proof of financial responsibility, requirements for registering motor vehicles, operating a vehicle without an operator's license or after suspension or rev...
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date1/8/2020
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
AB 696/SB 626 would have a drastic & harmful impact on low-income individuals and families. The bill's punitive measures would not increase the number of insured drivers, but would further punish low-income people for their inability to pay fees.
Assembly Bill 705
Relating to: attorney assistance in the preparation of certain court documents.
Bill Text and History
1/7/2020
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
AB 705 would harm the indigent individuals seeking legal help through Legal Action’s pro bono clinics. It would further the existing barriers for private attorneys seeking to volunteer their time and create additional confusion to the process.
Relating to: attorney assistance in the preparation of certain court documents.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date1/7/2020
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
AB 705 would harm the indigent individuals seeking legal help through Legal Action’s pro bono clinics. It would further the existing barriers for private attorneys seeking to volunteer their time and create additional confusion to the process.
Assembly Bill 749
Relating to: immunity from liability resulting from good faith actions under the child abuse and neglect reporting law.
Bill Text and History
1/24/2020
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: immunity from liability resulting from good faith actions under the child abuse and neglect reporting law.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date1/24/2020
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 778
Relating to: prohibiting the out-of-home placement of a child with a person with a record of a crime against a child. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/5/2020
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: prohibiting the out-of-home placement of a child with a person with a record of a crime against a child. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date2/5/2020
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 Joint Resolution 68
Relating to: eliminating constitutional restrictions on marriage (first consideration).
Bill Text and History
10/21/2019
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.
Relating to: eliminating constitutional restrictions on marriage (first consideration).
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/21/2019
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.
Senate Bill 39
Relating to: expungement of records of certain crimes. (FE)
Bill Text and History
10/21/2019
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.
Relating to: expungement of records of certain crimes. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/21/2019
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.
Senate Bill 40
Relating to: the provision by employers to employees of written disclosure statements of the terms of employment, various changes pertaining to wage claims, occupational or professional licensing of employers that owe wages under wage claim judgments, and...
Bill Text and History
9/26/2019
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.
Comments
SB 40 would make changes to the law that would discourage employers from illegally withholding employees’ wages, encourage faster resolution of wage claims actions, and strengthen protections for our working clients.
Relating to: the provision by employers to employees of written disclosure statements of the terms of employment, various changes pertaining to wage claims, occupational or professional licensing of employers that owe wages under wage claim judgments, and...
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date9/26/2019
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.
Comments
SB 40 would make changes to the law that would discourage employers from illegally withholding employees’ wages, encourage faster resolution of wage claims actions, and strengthen protections for our working clients.
Senate Bill 158
Relating to: presumption and conclusive determination of paternity on the basis of genetic test results and orders that may be granted on the basis of genetic test results. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2019 Wisconsin Act 95
10/22/2019
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.
Relating to: presumption and conclusive determination of paternity on the basis of genetic test results and orders that may be granted on the basis of genetic test results. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2019 Wisconsin Act 95
Against
Notification Date10/22/2019
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.
Senate Bill 214
Relating to: municipal ordinance enforcement and court procedures. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2019 Wisconsin Act 70
7/17/2019
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.
Comments
SB214 is likely to benefit Legal Action of Wisconsin’s clients overall by clarifying the municipal court rules. However, there are 3 sections of the proposed legislation that may have unintended consequences that harm our clients.
Relating to: municipal ordinance enforcement and court procedures. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2019 Wisconsin Act 70
For
Notification Date7/17/2019
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.
Comments
SB214 is likely to benefit Legal Action of Wisconsin’s clients overall by clarifying the municipal court rules. However, there are 3 sections of the proposed legislation that may have unintended consequences that harm our clients.
Senate Bill 232
Relating to: termination of parental rights; the rights of alleged fathers in certain proceedings; and payments allowed in connection with an adoption. (FE)
Bill Text and History
12/9/2019
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.
Relating to: termination of parental rights; the rights of alleged fathers in certain proceedings; and payments allowed in connection with an adoption. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date12/9/2019
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.
Senate Bill 301
Relating to: the availability of information on crimes through the consolidated court automation programs.
Bill Text and History
2/14/2020
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
Against
Notification Date2/14/2020
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 427
Relating to: increased penalties for crimes against elder persons; restraining orders for elder persons; freezing assets of a defendant charged with financial exploitation of an elder person; sexual assault of an elder person; physical abuse of an elder pe...
Bill Text and History
1/27/2020
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: increased penalties for crimes against elder persons; restraining orders for elder persons; freezing assets of a defendant charged with financial exploitation of an elder person; sexual assault of an elder person; physical abuse of an elder pe...
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date1/27/2020
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 613
Relating to: repossession of collateral or leased goods.
Bill Text and History
1/10/2020
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: repossession of collateral or leased goods.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date1/10/2020
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 626
Relating to: penalties for violations related to the motor vehicle liability insurance requirement, proof of financial responsibility, requirements for registering motor vehicles, operating a vehicle without an operator's license or after suspension or rev...
Bill Text and History
1/21/2020
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
AB 696/SB 626 would have a drastic & harmful impact on low-income individuals and families. The bill's punitive measures would not increase the number of insured drivers, but would further punish low-income people for their inability to pay fees.
Relating to: penalties for violations related to the motor vehicle liability insurance requirement, proof of financial responsibility, requirements for registering motor vehicles, operating a vehicle without an operator's license or after suspension or rev...
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date1/21/2020
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
AB 696/SB 626 would have a drastic & harmful impact on low-income individuals and families. The bill's punitive measures would not increase the number of insured drivers, but would further punish low-income people for their inability to pay fees.
Senate Bill 668
Relating to: immunity from liability resulting from good faith actions under the child abuse and neglect reporting law.
Bill Text and History
1/24/2020
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: immunity from liability resulting from good faith actions under the child abuse and neglect reporting law.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date1/24/2020
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 730
Relating to: prohibiting the out-of-home placement of a child with a person with a record of a crime against a child. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/5/2020
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: prohibiting the out-of-home placement of a child with a person with a record of a crime against a child. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date2/5/2020
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
Children and Families: Economic Support
Children and Families: Economic Support
Notification Date
7/31/2019
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.
7/31/2019
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.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Circuit Courts
Circuit Courts
Notification Date
12/9/2020
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
Expungement
12/9/2020
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
Expungement
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Transportation: Motor Vehicle Services and Enforcement
Transportation: Motor Vehicle Services and Enforcement
Notification Date
12/9/2020
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
Ticket debt collection driver's license suspensions and ticket debt collection warrants/incarceration
12/9/2020
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
Ticket debt collection driver's license suspensions and ticket debt collection warrants/incarceration
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
Agency Name
Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (ATCP)
Subject
Residential rental practices
Scope Statement
SS 016_20
5/21/2020
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 Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (ATCP)
Subject
Residential rental practices
Scope Statement
SS 016_20
For
Notification Date5/21/2020
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 Children and Families (DCF)
Subject
DCF rule suspensions and modifications related to COVID-19
Scope Statement
SS 028_20
5/12/2020
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
Temporarily closing the lien docket for failure to pay child support can lessen the blow on child support payors who cannot make their current support payments.
Department of Children and Families (DCF)
Subject
DCF rule suspensions and modifications related to COVID-19
Scope Statement
SS 028_20
For
Notification Date5/12/2020
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
Temporarily closing the lien docket for failure to pay child support can lessen the blow on child support payors who cannot make their current support payments.
Agency Name
Department of Workforce Development (DWD)
Subject
COVID-19 protections for migrant workers
Scope Statement
SS 032_20
5/21/2020
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 Workforce Development (DWD)
Subject
COVID-19 protections for migrant workers
Scope Statement
SS 032_20
For
Notification Date5/21/2020
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
Expungement changes
Expungement changes
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
3/17/2020
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
3/17/2020
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
Public comments on Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act Combined State Plan
Public comments on Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act Combined State Plan
Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
1/10/2020
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.
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
1/10/2020
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.
Foodshare discussion with DHS - not connected with a proposed rule. They reached out for our thoughts on/concerns about Foodshare process.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Foodshare discussion with DHS - not connected with a proposed rule. They reached out for our thoughts on/concerns about Foodshare process.
Foodshare discussion with DHS - not connected with a proposed rule. They reached out for our thoughts on/concerns about Foodshare process.
Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
1/3/2020
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.
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
1/3/2020
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
LRB-2873, amending "breach of peace" and other provisions under the WI Consumer Protection Act.
LRB-2873, amending "breach of peace" and other provisions under the WI Consumer Protection Act.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
11/22/2019
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
11/22/2019
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.
Mediation for certain rent-only evictions. (LAW was consulted on how this idea would impact our clients and were asked to share our ideas and concerns.)
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Mediation for certain rent-only evictions. (LAW was consulted on how this idea would impact our clients and were asked to share our ideas and concerns.)
Mediation for certain rent-only evictions. (LAW was consulted on how this idea would impact our clients and were asked to share our ideas and concerns.)
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
10/21/2019
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
10/21/2019
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.
Total Lobbying Effort
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Lobbying Expenditures | 2019 January - June $711.00 |
2019 July - December $893.69 |
2020 January - June $4,155.37 |
2020 July - December $555.78 |
Total $6,315.84 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2019 January - June 2.00 |
2019 July - December 2.70 |
2020 January - June 8.10 |
2020 July - December 2.30 |
Total 15.10 |
| Total Hours Other | 2019 January - June 8.00 |
2019 July - December 11.20 |
2020 January - June 58.20 |
2020 July - December 7.50 |
Total 84.90 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Relating to: expungement of records of certain crimes. (FE)
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 1% |
2020 January - June 1% |
2020 July - December |
Total 1% |
Relating to: reduction of child support payments during incarceration.
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 1% |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: modifications to legal custody or physical placement contingent upon a future event.
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 1% |
2020 January - June 10% |
2020 July - December |
Total 7% |
Relating to: the involvement and cooperation of both parents in a physical placement schedule.
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 1% |
2020 January - June 5% |
2020 July - December |
Total 3% |
Relating to: factors relating to the physical placement of a child.
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 1% |
2020 January - June 5% |
2020 July - December |
Total 3% |
Relating to: proposed parenting plans in certain actions affecting the family.
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 1% |
2020 January - June 5% |
2020 July - December |
Total 3% |
Relating to: judicial notice of certain court records relating to domestic violence or child abuse.
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 1% |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: eliminating administrative rule limitation on recovery of birth costs. (FE)
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 1% |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: presumption and conclusive determination of paternity on the basis of genetic test results and orders that may be granted on the basis of genetic test results. (FE)
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 1% |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: mandatory parenting classes.
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 1% |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: marriage between persons of the same sex and extending parentage rights to married couples of the same sex. (FE)
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 1% |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: waiting period for marriage after divorce judgment.
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 1% |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: attorney assistance in the preparation of certain court documents.
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 1% |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: immunity from liability resulting from good faith actions under the child abuse and neglect reporting law.
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 1% |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: eliminating constitutional restrictions on marriage (first consideration).
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 1% |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: expungement of records of certain crimes. (FE)
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 1% |
2020 January - June 1% |
2020 July - December |
Total 1% |
Relating to: presumption and conclusive determination of paternity on the basis of genetic test results and orders that may be granted on the basis of genetic test results. (FE)
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 1% |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: termination of parental rights; the rights of alleged fathers in certain proceedings; and payments allowed in connection with an adoption. (FE)
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 1% |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: increased penalties for crimes against elder persons; restraining orders for elder persons; freezing assets of a defendant charged with financial exploitation of an elder person; sexual assault of an elder person; physical abuse of an elder person; and providing a penalty.
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 1% |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: immunity from liability resulting from good faith actions under the child abuse and neglect reporting law.
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 1% |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: increased penalties for crimes against elder persons; restraining orders for elder persons; freezing assets of a defendant charged with financial exploitation of an elder person; sexual assault of an elder person; physical abuse of an elder person; and providing a penalty.
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 4% |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total 1% |
Relating to: repossession of collateral or leased goods.
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 5% |
2020 January - June 5% |
2020 July - December |
Total 4% |
Relating to: the provision by employers to employees of written disclosure statements of the terms of employment, various changes pertaining to wage claims, occupational or professional licensing of employers that owe wages under wage claim judgments, and making an appropriation. (FE)
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 5% |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total 1% |
Relating to: penalties for violations related to the motor vehicle liability insurance requirement, proof of financial responsibility, requirements for registering motor vehicles, operating a vehicle without an operator's license or after suspension or revocation of an operating privilege, making an appropriation, and providing a penalty. (FE)
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 5% |
2020 January - June 1% |
2020 July - December |
Total 2% |
Relating to: municipal ordinance enforcement and court procedures. (FE)
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 8% |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total 1% |
Relating to: municipal ordinance enforcement and court procedures. (FE)
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 8% |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total 1% |
Relating to: repossession of collateral or leased goods.
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 10% |
2020 January - June 10% |
2020 July - December |
Total 8% |
Relating to: penalties for violations related to the motor vehicle liability insurance requirement, proof of financial responsibility, requirements for registering motor vehicles, operating a vehicle without an operator's license or after suspension or revocation of an operating privilege, making an appropriation, and providing a penalty. (FE)
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 15% |
2020 January - June 10% |
2020 July - December |
Total 9% |
Relating to: the availability of information on crimes through the consolidated court automation programs.
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June 1% |
2020 July - December |
Total 1% |
Budget Bill Subjects
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June 100% |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total 10% |
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December 1% |
Total < 1% |
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December 1% |
Total < 1% |
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June 2% |
2020 July - December |
Total 1% |
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June 15% |
2020 July - December |
Total 10% |
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June 15% |
2020 July - December 1% |
Total 10% |
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 5% |
2020 January - June 10% |
2020 July - December |
Total 7% |
Foodshare discussion with DHS - not connected with a proposed rule. They reached out for our thoughts on/concerns about Foodshare process.
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 5% |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total < 1% |
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 5% |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Mediation for certain rent-only evictions. (LAW was consulted on how this idea would impact our clients and were asked to share our ideas and concerns.)
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 5% |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total < 1% |
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June 4% |
2020 July - December |
Total 3% |
Minor Efforts
(Time spent on matters each of which accounted for less than 10% of the organization's lobbying.)
Other Matters
No other matters found.