Wisconsin Motor Carriers Association

Registered Principal Details

Business Or Interest:
Trade association representing truck, tow ,milk hauler, motor coach and moving companies (owners and officers).

Lobbying Interests:
Rules governing the administration and operation of the Department of Transportation, including Division of Motor Vehicles; Rules governing taxation in the Dept. of Revenue; Rules governing environmental regulations (clean air, water, stormwater runoff, etc.) within the Dept. of Natural Resources; Rules governing apprenticeship or other training requirements; workers' compensation & unemployment compensation; Rules governing the transportation of hazardous materials.

CEO Name:
Neal Kedzie
President

Contact
NJK
Neal J. Kedzie
PO Box 44849
Madison, WI 53744
(608) 833-8200 x160
(608) 833-2875
nkedzie@witruck.org
http://www.witruck.org

Authorized Lobbyists

Lobbyist Name Exclusive Duties Authorized On Withdrawn On
Neal J Kedzie Exclusive Duties No Authorized On 12/19/2018 Withdrawn On N/A
Dan Johnson Exclusive Duties No Authorized On 12/27/2018 Withdrawn On N/A

Lobbying Interests

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

Assembly Bill 22
Assembly Bill 22
Relating to: driver education instruction on human trafficking. (FE)

Bill Text and History

2019 Wisconsin Act 27

For
Notification Date
2/14/2019
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 272
Assembly Bill 272
Relating to: depositing sales tax revenue from the sale of motor vehicles and motor vehicle parts, accessories, and services into the transportation fund. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
6/10/2019
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
Depositing sales tax revenue from the sale of motor vehicles and motor vehicle parts, accessories and services into the transportation fund.
Assembly Bill 505
Assembly Bill 505
Relating to: operating a vehicle loaded with snow and ice.

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
10/23/2019
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
Operating a vehicle loaded with snow and ice. Preventing accumulated snow and ice from dropping.....
Assembly Bill 516
Assembly Bill 516
Relating to: labeling a food product as a type of milk and granting rule-making authority. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
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.
Comments
Tranel-Prohibiting labeling a product as milk unless product meets statutory definition of milk. Requires approval of 10 out of 15 states listed in the bill passing the same requirements to be enacted in WI. Companion bill SB 466 Marklein.
Assembly Bill 582
Assembly Bill 582
Relating to: the use of a wireless communication device while driving and providing a penalty. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
11/4/2019
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
Prohibiting the use of wireless communications devices while driving and providing a penalty. SB 522 companion bill.
Assembly Bill 743
Assembly Bill 743
Relating to: an exception to federal hours of service requirements and modifying an administrative rule related to the exception. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
1/17/2020
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.
Comments
Same as SB 669: Extension of planting and harvest period to Jan.1-Dec. 31. Dairy 2.0 task force recommendation. exempts HOS and ELDs within 150 mi. air radius. Supported by the WMCA representing the Wisconsin Milk Haulers Association (WMHA).
Assembly Bill 746
Assembly Bill 746
Relating to: traffic violations when emergency or roadside response vehicles are present and providing a penalty. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
1/17/2020
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.
Comments
Previously LRB-0570: No wireless devices used in emergency roadside response area, increase penalties to protect 1st responders including tow operators. Supported by the WMCA on behalf of the Wisconsin Towing Association (WTA).
Assembly Bill 748
Assembly Bill 748
Relating to: reciprocity for bulk milk weighing and sampling licenses. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
1/17/2020
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.
Comments
Was LRB-5013: Reciprocity for out-of-state milk weigher and sampler license. Supported by the WMCA representing the Wisconsin Milk Haulers Association (WMHA).
Assembly Bill 910
Assembly Bill 910
Relating to: a property tax exemption for all machinery, tools, and patterns; a reduction of state general obligation and variable rate debt supported by general purpose revenue; and increasing the maximum deduction under the individual income tax sliding ...

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/17/2020
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.
Comments
Repeal of personal property tax.
Senate Bill 271
Senate Bill 271
Relating to: depositing sales tax revenue from the sale of motor vehicles and motor vehicle parts, accessories, and services into the transportation fund. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
6/10/2019
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
Depositing sales tax revenue from the sale of motor vehicles and motor vehicle parts, accessories and services into the transportation fund.
Senate Bill 466
Senate Bill 466
Relating to: labeling a food product as a type of milk and granting rule-making authority. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
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.
Comments
Marklein-Prohibiting labeling a product as milk unless product meets statutory definition of milk. Requires approval of 10 out of 15 states listed in the bill passing the same requirements to be enacted in WI. Same as AB 516 Tranel.
Senate Bill 522
Senate Bill 522
Relating to: the use of a wireless communication device while driving and providing a penalty. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
11/4/2019
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
Prohibiting the use of wireless communication devices while driving and providing a penalty. AB 582 companion bill.
Senate Bill 669
Senate Bill 669
Relating to: an exception to federal hours of service requirements and modifying an administrative rule related to the exception. (FE)

Bill Text and History

2019 Wisconsin Act 174

For
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.
Comments
Ws LRB 4971/3844. Same as AB 743: Extending planting & harvest season year-round and exempting HOS and ELD for 150 mi. air radius. Recommended by Dairy 2.0 Task Force. Spported by the WMCA representing the Wisconsin Milk Haulers Association (WMHA).
Senate Bill 674
Senate Bill 674
Relating to: traffic violations when emergency or roadside response vehicles are present and providing a penalty. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
1/17/2020
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.
Comments
Was LRB-0570: Prohibiting use of wireless devices in emergency roadside response area and increase penalties to protect 1st responders including tow operators. Supported by the WMCA on behalf of the Wisconsin Towing Association (WTA).
Senate Bill 684
Senate Bill 684
Relating to: reciprocity for bulk milk weighing and sampling licenses. (FE)

Bill Text and History

2019 Wisconsin Act 152

For
Notification Date
1/17/2020
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.
Comments
Was LRB-5013: Reciprocity for out-of-state milk weigher and sampler license. Supported by the WMCA representing the Wisconsin Milk Haulers Association (WMHA).
Senate Bill 821
Senate Bill 821
Relating to: a property tax exemption for all machinery, tools, and patterns; a reduction of state general obligation and variable rate debt supported by general purpose revenue; and increasing the maximum deduction under the individual income tax sliding ...

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/17/2020
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.
Comments
Repeal of personal property tax

Budget Bill Subjects

Transportation: General Transportation Operations
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Transportation: General Transportation Operations

Notification Date
3/11/2019
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
General Transportation Budget executive budget bill introduced by the governor (AB56/SB59) including 27% heavy truck registration fee increase. 8 cents fuel tax increase.

Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number

AJR 116/SJR 82: Proclamation of January 2020 as human trafficking awareness prevention month. Supported by the Wisconsin Motor Carriers Association
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
AJR 116/SJR 82: Proclamation of January 2020 as human trafficking awareness prevention month. Supported by the Wisconsin Motor Carriers Association

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
1/17/2020
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.

LRB 5013: Reciprocity for out of state milk weigher and sampler license.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB 5013: Reciprocity for out of state milk weigher and sampler license.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
12/19/2019
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.

LRB-0570/6 Rep. Shankland: Increases penalties for certain traffic violations including using a wireless phone in an emergency or roadside response area.& causing bodily harm. Protection of first responders to include tow truck operators.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB-0570/6 Rep. Shankland: Increases penalties for certain traffic violations including using a wireless phone in an emergency or roadside response area.& causing bodily harm. Protection of first responders to include tow truck operators.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
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.

(AB 516/SB 466) Tranel/Marklein: Prohibiting labeling a product as milk unless product meets statutory definition of milk. Requires approval of 10 out of 15 states listed in the bill passing the of same requirement to be enacted in WI.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
(AB 516/SB 466) Tranel/Marklein: Prohibiting labeling a product as milk unless product meets statutory definition of milk. Requires approval of 10 out of 15 states listed in the bill passing the of same requirement to be enacted in WI.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
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.

Dairy 2.0 Recommendation: Excepton to federal hours of service. Extend state harvest period from January 1 - December 31. Add senate LRB 4971/1
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Dairy 2.0 Recommendation: Excepton to federal hours of service. Extend state harvest period from January 1 - December 31. Add senate LRB 4971/1

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
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.

LRB 3847/P1 Dairy 2.0 permit conditions for overweight vehicles not to exceed 15 miles from a designated route to obtain access to fuel, food, maintenance, repair, rest, staging, terminal facilities or points of loading and unloading.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB 3847/P1 Dairy 2.0 permit conditions for overweight vehicles not to exceed 15 miles from a designated route to obtain access to fuel, food, maintenance, repair, rest, staging, terminal facilities or points of loading and unloading.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
10/24/2019
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.

LRB 3846/P1 - Dairy 2.0 recommendation. Exempting certain vehicles transporting milk products from Class B highway weight limitations or certain seasonal with limitations.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB 3846/P1 - Dairy 2.0 recommendation. Exempting certain vehicles transporting milk products from Class B highway weight limitations or certain seasonal with limitations.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
10/24/2019
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.

LRB 3845/P1 - Dairy 2.0: Permits for overweight vehicles transporting milk products allowing DOT to issue annual or consecutive month permits up to a maximum of 90,000 lbs
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB 3845/P1 - Dairy 2.0: Permits for overweight vehicles transporting milk products allowing DOT to issue annual or consecutive month permits up to a maximum of 90,000 lbs

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
10/24/2019
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.

LRB 3844/P1 - Dairy 2.0 Recommendation: Exception to federal hours of service. Extend state harvest period from January 1 to December 31.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB 3844/P1 - Dairy 2.0 Recommendation: Exception to federal hours of service. Extend state harvest period from January 1 to December 31.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
10/24/2019
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.

LRB - 3344/1 Depositing sales tax revenue from the sale of motor vehicles and motor vehicle parts, accessories and services into the transportation fund.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB - 3344/1 Depositing sales tax revenue from the sale of motor vehicles and motor vehicle parts, accessories and services into the transportation fund.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
5/23/2019
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.

LRB-3211/1 & LRB- 1128/1: Repeal of the personal property tax.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB-3211/1 & LRB- 1128/1: Repeal of the personal property tax.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
5/16/2019
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.

LRB-0400/P2 Overweight permits for vehicles or vehicle combinations with six or more axles.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB-0400/P2 Overweight permits for vehicles or vehicle combinations with six or more axles.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
4/16/2019
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.

LRB-0420/P1 Operation of motor vehicle platoons on highways.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB-0420/P1 Operation of motor vehicle platoons on highways.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
4/16/2019
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.

Harvest Extension to year round (January 1 - Dec. 31) for weight limits. Milk haulers would be exempted from needing ELDs for 3 mos. 98,000 lbs on 6-axles overweight permit is suspended during spring thaw period. Extension would allow winter exempt.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Harvest Extension to year round (January 1 - Dec. 31) for weight limits. Milk haulers would be exempted from needing ELDs for 3 mos. 98,000 lbs on 6-axles overweight permit is suspended during spring thaw period. Extension would allow winter exempt.

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
1/14/2019
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.

Driver education instruction on human trafficking.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Driver education instruction on human trafficking.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
1/8/2019
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
$1,235.09
2019
July - December
$1,972.41
2020
January - June
$637.08
2020
July - December
$631.09
Total $4,475.67
Total Hours Communicating 2019
January - June
6.25
2019
July - December
22.00
2020
January - June
3.75
2020
July - December
0.00
Total 32.00
Total Hours Other 2019
January - June
13.00
2019
July - December
5.50
2020
January - June
5.50
2020
July - December
9.00
Total 33.00

Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

Relating to: depositing sales tax revenue from the sale of motor vehicles and motor vehicle parts, accessories, and services into the transportation fund. (FE)
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
5%
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total 2%
Relating to: depositing sales tax revenue from the sale of motor vehicles and motor vehicle parts, accessories, and services into the transportation fund. (FE)
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
5%
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total 2%
Relating to: driver education instruction on human trafficking. (FE)
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
10%
2019
July - December
15%
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total 9%
Relating to: operating a vehicle loaded with snow and ice.
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 2%
Relating to: the use of a wireless communication device while driving 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
2020
July - December
Total 2%
Relating to: traffic violations when emergency or roadside response vehicles are present 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
2020
July - December
Total 2%
Relating to: an exception to federal hours of service requirements and modifying an administrative rule related to the exception. (FE)
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
10%
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total 5%
Relating to: an exception to federal hours of service requirements and modifying an administrative rule related to the exception. (FE)
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
10%
2020
January - June
65%
2020
July - December
Total 14%
Relating to: labeling a food product as a type of milk and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
5%
2020
July - December
Total < 1%
Relating to: labeling a food product as a type of milk and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
5%
2020
July - December
Total < 1%
Relating to: reciprocity for bulk milk weighing and sampling licenses. (FE)
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
10%
2020
July - December
Total 2%
Relating to: reciprocity for bulk milk weighing and sampling licenses. (FE)
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
10%
2020
July - December
Total 2%

Budget Bill Subjects

2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
10%
2019
July - December
15%
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total 9%

Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings

No administrative rulemaking proceedings found.

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
5%
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total 1%
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
5%
2019
July - December
5%
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total 4%
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
5%
2019
July - December
5%
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total 4%
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
10%
2019
July - December
5%
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total 5%
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
10%
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total 3%
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
20%
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total 6%
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 2%
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 2%
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 2%

Minor Efforts

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

Minor Efforts
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
5%
2019
July - December
5%
2020
January - June
5%
2020
July - December
10%
Total 6%

Other Matters

Includes time spent on:

  • Gubernatorial nominations
  • Matters on which the organization made no lobbying communication

Other Matters
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
10%
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
90%
Total 15%

Filed Statements of Lobbying Activity and Expenditures