League of Women Voters of Wisconsin, Inc

Registered Principal Details

Business Or Interest:
The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan organization that advocates for participation in government. We advocate for positions that are the produce of member study and consensus.

Lobbying Interests:
Voting rights, election administration, redistricting, campaign finance, healthcare policy, social policy, public education, natural resources, administration of justice, corrections, juvenile justice. The League of Women Voters advocates for positions that are the produce of member study and consensus.

Title:
Executive Director

Contact
EG
Erin Grunze
612 W Main Street #200
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 256-0827
egrunze@lwvwi.org
http://www.lwvwi.org

Authorized Lobbyists

Lobbyist Name Exclusive Duties Authorized On Withdrawn On
Andrea Kaminski Exclusive Duties Yes Authorized On 1/17/2019 Withdrawn On N/A

Lobbying Interests

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

Assembly Bill 1
Assembly Bill 1
Relating to: coverage of individuals with preexisting conditions.

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
1/22/2019
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.
Comments
We are cautious about any bill that focuses narrowly on one aspect of the ACA. Without the full protections of ACA, this legislation alone would not ensure premiums that are affordable for all Wisconsin individuals and families.
Assembly Bill 4
Assembly Bill 4
Relating to: increasing the maximum deduction under the individual income tax sliding scale standard deduction. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/11/2019
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
We oppose AB4 because large, unpaid-for tax cuts hurt WI's ability to make necessary investments in health care, education, transportation, water quality and other critical infrastructure needed for a growing economy & the well-being of all residents
Assembly Bill 25
Assembly Bill 25
Relating to: allowing district attorneys, deputy district attorneys, and assistant district attorneys to engage in the private practice of law for certain civil purposes.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
3/12/2019
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.
Supporting Documentation
20190322_AB25_SB29 Opposition March2019.pdf

Assembly Bill 30
Assembly Bill 30
Relating to: creating a procedure for granting certificates of qualification for employment for persons convicted of a crime and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

2019 Wisconsin Act 123

For
Notification Date
8/25/2019
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 33
Assembly Bill 33
Relating to: expungement of records of certain crimes. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
3/12/2019
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 41
Assembly Bill 41
Relating to: prosecuting a person under the age of 18 with committing an act of prostitution.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
3/26/2019
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.
Assembly Bill 43
Assembly Bill 43
Relating to: allowing an elector to show his or her marked ballot.

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
5/3/2019
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
We support this bill if amended by Assembly Amendment 1.
Assembly Bill 51
Assembly Bill 51
Relating to: the minority teacher loan program. (FE)

Bill Text and History

2019 Wisconsin Act 35

For
Notification Date
3/26/2019
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.
Assembly Bill 52
Assembly Bill 52
Relating to: a minor contracting for admission to a shelter facility or transitional living program.

Bill Text and History

2019 Wisconsin Act 22

For
Notification Date
3/26/2019
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.
Assembly Bill 60
Assembly Bill 60
Relating to: prohibiting the use of electronic monitoring for juveniles in truancy cases.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
3/26/2019
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.
Assembly Bill 67
Assembly Bill 67
Relating to: information on the school district and school accountability report.

Bill Text and History

2019 Wisconsin Act 85

Other
Notification Date
9/24/2019
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.
Comments
We support this in concept but think this bill should be amended to make grant funds available to school districts unable to offer arts programs for lack of funds.
Assembly Bill 69
Assembly Bill 69
Relating to: permit fees for concentrated animal feeding operations. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
5/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
We hope this measure will be included in the biennial budget with sufficient funding. The amount provided in this bill is insufficient.
Assembly Bill 85
Assembly Bill 85
Relating to: state health-based groundwater quality standards for certain groundwater contaminants.

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
4/5/2019
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
Scope is too narrow and timeline is infeasible
Assembly Bill 111
Assembly Bill 111
Relating to: prohibiting conversion therapy.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
3/23/2019
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.
Assembly Bill 113
Assembly Bill 113
Relating to: buying and selling water pollution credits through a central clearinghouse. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
1/30/2020
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 118
Assembly Bill 118
Relating to: increasing funding for the child psychiatry consultation program and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 120
Assembly Bill 120
Relating to: homelessness case management services and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
6/25/2019
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
We support this based on our statewide position in support of coordinated community-based mental health services for children and adolescents with emphasis on early treatment and prevention.
Assembly Bill 121
Assembly Bill 121
Relating to: housing navigator grants and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
6/25/2019
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
It would be preferable for this to be included in the State Budget.
Assembly Bill 123
Assembly Bill 123
Relating to: housing grants to homeless individuals and families and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
8/27/2019
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 124
Assembly Bill 124
Relating to: grants to defray housing costs and for diversion programming and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
8/27/2019
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 125
Assembly Bill 125
Relating to: housing quality standards loans, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
8/27/2019
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 129
Assembly Bill 129
Relating to: allowing private schools participating in a parental choice program to provide hours of direct pupil instruction virtually.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
4/23/2019
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.
Assembly Bill 134
Assembly Bill 134
Relating to: amounts obligated under the Warren Knowles-Gaylord Nelson Stewardship 2000 Program for water infrastructure projects in state parks and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
This legislation should include FY 2020, because FY 2019 is almost over.
Assembly Bill 138
Assembly Bill 138
Relating to: prohibiting local ordinances, resolutions, and policies that prohibit the enforcement of federal or state law relating to illegal aliens or immigration status, authorizing certain elective officeholders to commence an enforcement action, provi...

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
4/8/2019
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.
Assembly Bill 144
Assembly Bill 144
Relating to: skills enhancement grants and making an appropriation.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
6/25/2019
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
It would be preferable for this to be included in the State Budget.
Assembly Bill 148
Assembly Bill 148
Relating to: nitrate testing pilot program, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
5/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
We support the concept of this bill but recommend major changes to make the legislation acceptable.
Assembly Bill 162
Assembly Bill 162
Relating to: participation in the Volunteer Health Care Provider program by agencies serving homeless individuals. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
11/27/2019
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 168
Assembly Bill 168
Relating to: the requirement for stating name and address prior to voting.

Bill Text and History

2019 Wisconsin Act 48

For
Notification Date
4/22/2019
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 175
Assembly Bill 175
Relating to: causing bodily harm to a nurse and providing a penalty. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
9/24/2019
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.
Comments
We could support this bill if amended to include all health personnel and to exempt patients determined to have certain behavioral disabilities, based on evidence-based standards.
Assembly Bill 176
Assembly Bill 176
Relating to: fee for certain motor vehicle certificate of title transfers. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 177
Assembly Bill 177
Relating to: local regulation of certain containers.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
9/24/2019
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.
Assembly Bill 178
Assembly Bill 178
Relating to: eligibility for physician, dentist, and health care provider educational loan assistance programs. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 179
Assembly Bill 179
Relating to: requirements for children born alive following abortion or attempted abortion and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
4/23/2019
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.
Assembly Bill 180
Assembly Bill 180
Relating to: informed consent regarding a certain abortion-inducing drug regimen and reporting requirements for induced abortions.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
4/23/2019
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.
Assembly Bill 182
Assembly Bill 182
Relating to: sex-selective, disability-selective, and other selective abortions and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
4/23/2019
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.
Assembly Bill 183
Assembly Bill 183
Relating to: certification of abortion providers under the Medical Assistance program.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
5/6/2019
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 184
Assembly Bill 184
Relating to: local reporting requirements related to general transportation aids.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 185
Assembly Bill 185
Relating to: entering into an agreement among the states to elect the president of the United States by means of a national popular vote.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 188
Assembly Bill 188
Relating to: facilities for holding juveniles in secure custody. (FE)

Bill Text and History

2019 Wisconsin Act 8

For
Notification Date
6/11/2019
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
We applaud action to replace the inhumane Lincoln Hills/Copper Lakes complex with facilities that will better serve young people and their families. We support the deadline for closure of 7/1/2021 as stipulated in this bill.
Assembly Bill 190
Assembly Bill 190
Relating to: wetland mitigation banks, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from rule-making procedures, and requiring the exercise of rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
5/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 194
Assembly Bill 194
Relating to: requirements for initial licensure as a special education teacher.

Bill Text and History

2019 Wisconsin Act 44

For
Notification Date
5/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
We support this bill as amended.
Assembly Bill 195
Assembly Bill 195
Relating to: a license to teach based on reciprocity and granting rule-making authority. (FE)

Bill Text and History

2019 Wisconsin Act 43

Other
Notification Date
5/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 203
Assembly Bill 203
Relating to: using an electronic voting machine to cast a vote with an in-person absentee ballot and providing a penalty. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
5/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 214
Assembly Bill 214
Relating to: storage and processing of sexual assault kits and requiring the exercise of rule-making authority. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
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.
Assembly Bill 224
Assembly Bill 224
Relating to: determining shared costs and the secondary cost ceiling for the purpose of general equalization aids for school districts. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 227
Assembly Bill 227
Relating to: allowing local governments to regulate pesticides.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
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.
Assembly Bill 232
Assembly Bill 232
Relating to: teacher preparatory programs and granting rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
7/30/2019
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 233
Assembly Bill 233
Relating to: charging facility grant program and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
9/24/2019
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.
Comments
We support the concept of this legislation but have concerns related to equity and details of the money flow.
Assembly Bill 237
Assembly Bill 237
Relating to: reimbursement grants to employers for payment of costs for certification programs in solar energy and wind energy systems. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
11/27/2019
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 244
Assembly Bill 244
Relating to: an elector using a W-2 form to establish residence.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
6/11/2019
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.
Assembly Bill 245
Assembly Bill 245
Relating to: elections administration, recall petitions, and recount procedures. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 246
Assembly Bill 246
Relating to: voter registration. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 247
Assembly Bill 247
Relating to: absentee voting, voting procedures, and providing a penalty. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 248
Assembly Bill 248
Relating to: eliminating personal conviction exemption from immunizations.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
6/5/2019
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 266
Assembly Bill 266
Relating to: a flood risk reduction pilot project and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
7/30/2019
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 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

Against
Notification Date
6/25/2019
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 277
Assembly Bill 277
Relating to: exemption from local zoning ordinances for certain transportation project aggregate and concrete production sites. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
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.
Assembly Bill 283
Assembly Bill 283
Relating to: requiring a local referendum to impose a wheel tax. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
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.
Assembly Bill 292
Assembly Bill 292
Relating to: the school district revenue limit adjustment for energy efficiency projects. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
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.
Assembly Bill 295
Assembly Bill 295
Relating to: increasing the homestead tax credit maximum income. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
6/25/2019
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 297
Assembly Bill 297
Relating to: changes to the electronic waste recycling program and granting rule-making authority. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
9/24/2019
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.
Assembly Bill 303
Assembly Bill 303
Relating to: legislative and congressional redistricting. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
6/25/2019
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 323
Assembly Bill 323
Relating to: regulating fire fighting foam that contains certain contaminants and granting rule-making authority. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
7/30/2019
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 326
Assembly Bill 326
Relating to: creating an appropriation for census activities and preparation and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
9/24/2019
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.
Assembly Bill 333
Assembly Bill 333
Relating to: use of formerly submerged land in the city of Racine. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
7/30/2019
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.
Comments
This bill would authorize uses that are not consistent with the state's constitutional Public Trust duty and authority.
Assembly Bill 337
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

For
Notification Date
8/27/2019
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 338
Assembly Bill 338
Relating to: threat to use a dangerous weapon on school property to injure or kill a person and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
11/27/2019
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
We join Disability Rights & WI School Social Workers in concerns that this would negatively impact children with disabilities & that evidence-based interventions for students with behavioral problems should precede involvement with criminal justice.
Assembly Bill 344
Assembly Bill 344
Relating to: telephone company tax exemption for property used to provide broadband service. (FE)

Bill Text and History

2019 Wisconsin Act 128

For
Notification Date
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.
Assembly Bill 397
Assembly Bill 397
Relating to: prohibiting an employer from relying on information about a prospective employee's compensation when making employment decisions or inquiring about a prospective employee's compensation and from restricting an employee's right to disclose comp...

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
1/28/2020
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 398
Assembly Bill 398
Relating to: the treatment of a pregnant or postpartum person in prison and county jail. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
9/29/2019
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 399
Assembly Bill 399
Relating to: bonding for lead service line replacement and granting bonding authority. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
9/24/2019
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.
Assembly Bill 400
Assembly Bill 400
Relating to: counting individuals confined in state prison to determine population for redistricting purposes. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
11/27/2019
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 405
Assembly Bill 405
Relating to: judicial disqualification based on campaign financial support.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
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.
Assembly Bill 426
Assembly Bill 426
Relating to: trespassing on the property of an energy provider and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

2019 Wisconsin Act 33

Against
Notification Date
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.
Assembly Bill 441
Assembly Bill 441
Relating to: a shared services aid program for school districts, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
10/1/2019
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 442
Assembly Bill 442
Relating to: a whole grade sharing categorical aid for school boards and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
10/1/2019
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 444
Assembly Bill 444
Relating to: free expression within the University of Wisconsin System, providing an exemption from rule-making procedures, and granting rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
9/24/2019
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.
Assembly Bill 447
Assembly Bill 447
Relating to: reimbursement rates under the Medical Assistance program for home health care services. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
10/1/2019
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 454
Assembly Bill 454
Relating to: falsely reporting an emergency and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

2019 Wisconsin Act 132

Against
Notification Date
11/27/2019
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
LWVWI supports a primary reliance on alternatives to incarceration.
Assembly Bill 456
Assembly Bill 456
Relating to: grants for feasibility studies of school district consolidation or whole grade sharing and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
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.
Assembly Bill 459
Assembly Bill 459
Relating to: incorporating cursive writing into the state model English language arts standards and requiring cursive writing in elementary grades. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
11/27/2019
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
This is a retrogressive bill and an unfunded mandate on a decision that belongs with local school districts.
Assembly Bill 461
Assembly Bill 461
Relating to: the timing of equalization aid payments to school districts. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
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.
Assembly Bill 465
Assembly Bill 465
Relating to: counting pupils enrolled in four-year-old kindergarten. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
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.
Assembly Bill 475
Assembly Bill 475
Relating to: testing for lead in drinking water in facilities used for recreational and educational camps and child care. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
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.
Assembly Bill 476
Assembly Bill 476
Relating to: lead testing of potable water sources in certain schools; providing loans for lead remediation in certain schools; and providing an exception to referendum restrictions for lead remediation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
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.
Comments
LWV supports amendments to bring AB 476 into conformance with SB 423 as recommended to Senate Rules Committee.
Assembly Bill 477
Assembly Bill 477
Relating to: restoring the right to vote to certain persons barred from voting as a result of a felony conviction, changing the information required on voter registration forms, and changing voting procedure for certain persons who are convicted of felonie...

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
11/6/2019
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 503
Assembly Bill 503
Relating to: lake management grants and river protection management grants for floating treatment wetlands.

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
11/27/2019
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
There are limits to the usefulness of floating bogs in their ability to take up nutrients. This needs to be incorporated in any DNR-funded project aimed at improving water quality of lakes or rivers that include as one of the tools a floating bog.
Assembly Bill 508
Assembly Bill 508
Relating to: housing and homelessness; workforce development; community action agencies; poverty reports; mental health; public assistance advisory committee; economic security; adverse childhood experiences reports; creating a nonrefundable individual inc...

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
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.
Assembly Bill 525
Assembly Bill 525
Relating to: implementing a suicide prevention program and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
11/27/2019
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 527
Assembly Bill 527
Relating to: grants related to preventing suicide by firearm and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
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.
Comments
Partnering with retailers to provide voluntary temporary gun storage offers a safety valve, allowing the suicidal impulse to pass. However, these strategies are insufficient to stem WI's rising rate of suicide by firearms. We also support SB53/AB573.
Assembly Bill 528
Assembly Bill 528
Relating to: grants to support peer-to-peer suicide prevention programs in high schools, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

2019 Wisconsin Act 83

For
Notification Date
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.
Assembly Bill 530
Assembly Bill 530
Relating to: grants for suicide prevention programming and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
11/27/2019
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 531
Assembly Bill 531
Relating to: requiring that student identification cards include contact information for suicide prevention hotlines. (FE)

Bill Text and History

2019 Wisconsin Act 116

For
Notification Date
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.
Assembly Bill 533
Assembly Bill 533
Relating to: funding for chronic wasting disease research and management and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
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.
Assembly Bill 548
Assembly Bill 548
Relating to: creating a task force on missing and murdered tribal women and girls and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
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.
Assembly Bill 553
Assembly Bill 553
Relating to: the school district revenue limit adjustment for energy efficiency projects. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
1/28/2020
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 567
Assembly Bill 567
Relating to: watershed enhancement in the village of Plover in Portage County and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
1/5/2020
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 Bill 573
Assembly Bill 573
Relating to: extreme risk protection temporary restraining orders and injunctions and providing a penalty. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
11/27/2019
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 585
Assembly Bill 585
Relating to: the seclusion and physical restraint of pupils.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
11/27/2019
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 610
Assembly Bill 610
Relating to: the use of a pretrial risk assessment when setting conditions for pretrial release.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
11/27/2019
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 633
Assembly Bill 633
Relating to: transport for emergency detention.

Bill Text and History

2019 Wisconsin Act 105

Other
Notification Date
2/25/2020
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
LWV supports more humane procedures for transportation to psychiatric emergency detention. However, we urge stronger requirements on training contract providers in best practices to protect the rights of passengers and ensure safety for all parties.
Assembly Bill 645
Assembly Bill 645
Relating to: opioid antagonist administration in jails and medication-assisted treatment availability in prisons and jails. (FE)

Bill Text and History

2019 Wisconsin Act 119

For
Notification Date
1/28/2020
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 653
Assembly Bill 653
Relating to: providing medication and a valid prescription to a prisoner upon release. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
1/28/2020
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 662
Assembly Bill 662
Relating to: an online early learning pilot program and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/1/2020
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 666
Assembly Bill 666
Relating to: the establishment of a family and medical leave insurance program; family leave to care for a grandparent, grandchild, or sibling and for the active duty of a family member; the employers that are required to allow an employee to take family o...

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
1/28/2020
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 700
Assembly Bill 700
Relating to: notifying counties of certain water pollution violations, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
1/15/2020
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 701
Assembly Bill 701
Relating to: a general permit for hydrologic restoration projects and creating a hydrologic restoration and management advisory council.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
1/15/2020
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 726
Assembly Bill 726
Relating to: community health center grants and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
1/28/2020
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 737
Assembly Bill 737
Relating to: applications for full-time open enrollment.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
1/28/2020
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 756
Assembly Bill 756
Relating to: the regulation of metallic mining and related activities and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
1/28/2020
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 789
Assembly Bill 789
Relating to: the well compensation grant program and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/2/2020
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 790
Assembly Bill 790
Relating to: county conservation staffing and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/25/2020
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 791
Assembly Bill 791
Relating to: the private on-site wastewater treatment system replacement or rehabilitation grant program. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/2/2020
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 792
Assembly Bill 792
Relating to: expanding the clean sweep program to include collection of certain fire fighting foams and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
1/31/2020
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
Industry should be responsible for cleaning up its own wastes. The taxpayer-funded Clean Sweep program should be reserved exclusively for consumer products that would otherwise be disposed of in municipal trash.
Assembly Bill 793
Assembly Bill 793
Relating to: priorities and criteria for the municipal flood control and riparian restoration program and amending administrative rules. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/2/2020
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 794
Assembly Bill 794
Relating to: public notice and comment period for certain groundwater standards. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
1/31/2020
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
This bill will cause unnecessary delay by requiring DHS & DNR to receive public input sequentially and defend their rule recommendations separately. Meanwhile public health is not being protected.
Assembly Bill 795
Assembly Bill 795
Relating to: grants and funding for water stewardship certification, a grazing coordinator position, producer-led watershed protection grants, lake protection, soil and water conservation, and crop insurance premium rebates for cover crops; granting rule-m...

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/25/2020
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 796
Assembly Bill 796
Relating to: creating a pilot grant program for farmers to reduce nitrate loading, funding research for nitrate loading reduction methods, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granti...

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/25/2020
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 797
Assembly Bill 797
Relating to: prohibiting the sale and use of coal tar-based sealants and high PAH sealant products. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
3/11/2020
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 798
Assembly Bill 798
Relating to: biomanipulation projects to improve the water quality of lakes and impoundments and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/2/2020
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 803
Assembly Bill 803
Relating to: using testimony taken by deposition in a criminal trial if witness is at risk of being intimidated.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
1/31/2020
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 805
Assembly Bill 805
Relating to: recommendation to revoke parole, probation, and extended supervision if a person is charged with a crime. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
1/31/2020
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 806
Assembly Bill 806
Relating to: acts for which a juvenile may be placed in correctional placement or the Serious Juvenile Offender Program. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
1/29/2020
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 807
Assembly Bill 807
Relating to: mandatory minimum sentence for three or more convictions for retail theft and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
1/29/2020
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 809
Assembly Bill 809
Relating to: earned release from parole or extended supervision and discharge from probation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
1/29/2020
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 810
Assembly Bill 810
Relating to: creating a computerized uniform school budget and accounting system. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
3/11/2020
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
This bill does not increase transparency. The categories of information to be included on the web portal do not include the amount of money each public school district must pay to Choice Program Schools.
Assembly Bill 825
Assembly Bill 825
Relating to: placement of inmates in solitary confinement.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/10/2020
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.
Assembly Bill 830
Assembly Bill 830
Relating to: earned release upon the completion of a training program, reporting on the aging and elderly prison population, and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/13/2020
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 831
Assembly Bill 831
Relating to: maximum period of imprisonment following revocation of extended supervision or probation and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/13/2020
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 842
Assembly Bill 842
Relating to: providing funding related to PFAS programs and positions, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/11/2020
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 843
Assembly Bill 843
Relating to: PFAS standards and grant programs, providing blood testing for certain individuals, requiring a cancer cluster study, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting r...

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/11/2020
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 844
Assembly Bill 844
Relating to: creating a sexual assault victim bill of rights; collection and reporting of data regarding sexual assault kits; storage and processing of sexual assault kits; tracking of sexual assault kits in sexual assault cases; and requiring the exercise...

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
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.
Comments
We question why AB214, which passed the Senate & has bipartisan support in Assembly, has been rewritten & fast-tracked to include new, unneeded provisions. Victims of sexual assault deserve better, specifically an Assm vote on the merits of AB214
Assembly Bill 849
Assembly Bill 849
Relating to: expanding the part-time open enrollment program. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/25/2020
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 861
Assembly Bill 861
Relating to: authorizing certain overseas and military voters to vote absentee by electronic transmission and granting rule-making authority. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
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.
Assembly Bill 898
Assembly Bill 898
Relating to: the time for holding special primaries, requiring those who register electronically or by mail to vote in person the first time they vote, obtaining another person's marked absentee ballot, tampering with voting machines or ballots, and provid...

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/12/2020
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
Specifically we oppose the measure requiring an elector to vote in person the first time after registering online or by mail. This is bad policy for any voter but especially so for people with disabilities.
Assembly Bill 921
Assembly Bill 921
Relating to: providing positions and funding related to PFAS management zones, creating a municipal grant program for PFAS testing, and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/18/2020
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 922
Assembly Bill 922
Relating to: PFAS management zones, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/18/2020
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 45
Assembly Joint Resolution 45
Relating to: proclaiming September 7, 2019, as Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Appreciation Day.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Joint Resolution 77
Assembly Joint Resolution 77
Relating to: convention of the States for one or more Constitutional amendments restraining abuses of power by the federal government.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
10/20/2019
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 19
Senate Bill 19
Relating to: terminology changes for those with an intellectual disability in administrative rules.

Bill Text and History

2019 Wisconsin Act 1

For
Notification Date
4/23/2019
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.
Senate Bill 29
Senate Bill 29
Relating to: allowing district attorneys, deputy district attorneys, and assistant district attorneys to engage in the private practice of law for certain civil purposes.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
3/12/2019
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 31
Senate Bill 31
Relating to: permit fees for concentrated animal feeding operations. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
3/12/2019
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
We hope this measure will be included in the biennial budget with sufficient funding. The amount provided in this bill is insufficient.
Senate Bill 34
Senate Bill 34
Relating to: creating a procedure for granting certificates of qualification for employment for persons convicted of a crime and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
3/12/2019
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 37
Senate Bill 37
Relating to: coverage of preventive services, essential health benefits, and individuals with preexisting conditions; rating; and benefit limits under health plans.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
3/12/2019
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
We support SB 37 for what it does, but we believe it should also address how it will be financially supported.
Senate Bill 39
Senate Bill 39
Relating to: expungement of records of certain crimes. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
3/12/2019
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.
Supporting Documentation
20190322_Support SB 39 - expungement.pdf

Senate Bill 48
Senate Bill 48
Relating to: allowing an elector to show his or her marked ballot.

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
5/3/2019
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
We support this bill if amended by Senate Amendment 1.
Senate Bill 49
Senate Bill 49
Relating to: prosecuting a person under the age of 18 with committing an act of prostitution.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
3/26/2019
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.
Senate Bill 55
Senate Bill 55
Relating to: the minority teacher loan program. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
3/26/2019
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.
Senate Bill 61
Senate Bill 61
Relating to: a minor contracting for admission to a shelter facility or transitional living program.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
3/26/2019
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.
Senate Bill 91
Senate Bill 91
Relating to: buying and selling water pollution credits through a central clearinghouse. (FE)

Bill Text and History

2019 Wisconsin Act 151

For
Notification Date
5/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 101
Senate Bill 101
Relating to: the use of a pretrial risk assessment when setting conditions for pretrial release.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
11/27/2019
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 107
Senate Bill 107
Relating to: prohibiting conversion therapy.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
3/19/2019
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.
Senate Bill 113
Senate Bill 113
Relating to: increasing funding for the child psychiatry consultation program and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 119
Senate Bill 119
Relating to: housing grants to homeless individuals and families and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
8/27/2019
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 120
Senate Bill 120
Relating to: housing navigator grants and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
6/25/2019
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
It would be preferable for this to be included in the State Budget.
Senate Bill 121
Senate Bill 121
Relating to: housing quality standards loans, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
8/27/2019
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 123
Senate Bill 123
Relating to: skills enhancement grants and making an appropriation.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
6/25/2019
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
It would be preferable for this to be included in the State Budget.
Senate Bill 125
Senate Bill 125
Relating to: amounts obligated under the Warren Knowles-Gaylord Nelson Stewardship 2000 Program for water infrastructure projects in state parks and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

2019 Wisconsin Act 93

For
Notification Date
5/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 137
Senate Bill 137
Relating to: nitrate testing pilot program, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
5/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
We support the concept of this bill but recommend major changes to make the legislation acceptable.
Senate Bill 144
Senate Bill 144
Relating to: grants to defray housing costs and for diversion programming and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
8/27/2019
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 145
Senate Bill 145
Relating to: homelessness case management services and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
6/25/2019
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
We support this based on our statewide position in support of coordinated community-based mental health services for children and adolescents with emphasis on early treatment and prevention.
Senate Bill 151
Senate Bill 151
Relating to: prohibiting local ordinances, resolutions, and policies that prohibit the enforcement of federal or state law relating to illegal aliens or immigration status, authorizing certain elective officeholders to commence an enforcement action, provi...

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
4/8/2019
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.
Senate Bill 155
Senate Bill 155
Relating to: participation in the Volunteer Health Care Provider program by agencies serving homeless individuals. (FE)

Bill Text and History

2019 Wisconsin Act 57

For
Notification Date
11/27/2019
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 159
Senate Bill 159
Relating to: automatic voter registration, deceptive election practices, voter intimidation and suppression, voter rights, polling place posting and language requirements, election manual requirements, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalt...

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
4/23/2019
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.
Senate Bill 162
Senate Bill 162
Relating to: fee for certain motor vehicle certificate of title transfers. (FE)

Bill Text and History

2019 Wisconsin Act 165

For
Notification Date
5/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 163
Senate Bill 163
Relating to: causing bodily harm to a nurse and providing a penalty. (FE)

Bill Text and History

2019 Wisconsin Act 97

Other
Notification Date
9/24/2019
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.
Comments
We could support this bill if amended to include all health personnel and to exempt patients determined to have certain behavioral disabilities, based on evidence-based standards.
Senate Bill 166
Senate Bill 166
Relating to: eligibility for physician, dentist, and health care provider educational loan assistance programs. (FE)

Bill Text and History

2019 Wisconsin Act 58

For
Notification Date
5/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 167
Senate Bill 167
Relating to: local reporting requirements related to general transportation aids.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 168
Senate Bill 168
Relating to: facilities for holding juveniles in secure custody. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
4/23/2019
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.
Senate Bill 169
Senate Bill 169
Relating to: wetland mitigation banks, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from rule-making procedures, and requiring the exercise of rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

2019 Wisconsin Act 59

For
Notification Date
5/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
Support Substitute Amendment 1 as amended.
Senate Bill 173
Senate Bill 173
Relating to: sex-selective, disability-selective, and other selective abortions and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
4/29/2019
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 174
Senate Bill 174
Relating to: informed consent regarding a certain abortion-inducing drug regimen and reporting requirements for induced abortions.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
4/29/2019
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 175
Senate Bill 175
Relating to: requirements for children born alive following abortion or attempted abortion and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
4/29/2019
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 183
Senate Bill 183
Relating to: requirements for initial licensure as a special education teacher.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
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.
Comments
We support this bill as amended.
Senate Bill 187
Senate Bill 187
Relating to: certification of abortion providers under the Medical Assistance program.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
5/6/2019
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 193
Senate Bill 193
Relating to: using an electronic voting machine to cast a vote with an in-person absentee ballot and providing a penalty. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
5/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 197
Senate Bill 197
Relating to: entering into an agreement among the states to elect the president of the United States by means of a national popular vote.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 201
Senate Bill 201
Relating to: using taxes collected from a large lottery prize for building and improving local roads and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
5/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
We understand that the current situation for local governments with respect to roads is dire, but the League supports a well-administered tax system - not a temporary fix - to provide for essential government services including roads.
Senate Bill 209
Senate Bill 209
Relating to: allowing local governments to regulate pesticides.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
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.
Senate Bill 218
Senate Bill 218
Relating to: reimbursement grants to employers for payment of costs for certification programs in solar energy and wind energy systems. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
11/27/2019
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 221
Senate Bill 221
Relating to: an elector using a W-2 form to establish residence.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
6/11/2019
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.
Senate Bill 236
Senate Bill 236
Relating to: charging facility grant program and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
9/24/2019
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.
Comments
We support the concept of this legislation but have concerns related to equity and details of the money flow.
Senate Bill 240
Senate Bill 240
Relating to: elections administration, recall petitions, and recount procedures. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 241
Senate Bill 241
Relating to: voter registration. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 242
Senate Bill 242
Relating to: absentee voting, voting procedures, and providing a penalty. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 252
Senate Bill 252
Relating to: a flood risk reduction pilot project and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

2019 Wisconsin Act 157

For
Notification Date
7/30/2019
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.
Senate Bill 262
Senate Bill 262
Relating to: eliminating personal conviction exemption from immunizations.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
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.
Senate Bill 264
Senate Bill 264
Relating to: changes to the electronic waste recycling program and granting rule-making authority. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
9/24/2019
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.
Senate Bill 267
Senate Bill 267
Relating to: increasing the homestead tax credit maximum income. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
6/25/2019
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 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

Against
Notification Date
6/25/2019
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 276
Senate Bill 276
Relating to: exemption from local zoning ordinances for certain transportation project aggregate and concrete production sites. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
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.
Senate Bill 282
Senate Bill 282
Relating to: requiring a local referendum to impose a wheel tax. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
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.
Senate Bill 288
Senate Bill 288
Relating to: legislative and congressional redistricting. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
6/25/2019
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 302
Senate Bill 302
Relating to: setting standards for certain contaminants, providing information relating to off-site disposal of certain waste, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-maki...

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
9/2/2019
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 306
Senate Bill 306
Relating to: use of formerly submerged land in the city of Racine. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
7/30/2019
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.
Comments
This bill would authorize uses that are not consistent with the state's constitutional Public Trust duty and authority.
Senate Bill 310
Senate Bill 310
Relating to: regulating fire fighting foam that contains certain contaminants and granting rule-making authority. (FE)

Bill Text and History

2019 Wisconsin Act 101

Against
Notification Date
7/30/2019
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.
Senate Bill 311
Senate Bill 311
Relating to: threat to use a dangerous weapon on school property to injure or kill a person and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
11/27/2019
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
We join Disability Rights & WI School Social Workers in concerns that this would negatively impact children with disabilities & that evidence-based interventions for students with behavioral problems should precede involvement with criminal justice.
Senate Bill 316
Senate Bill 316
Relating to: the treatment of a pregnant or postpartum person in prison and county jail. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
8/27/2019
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 321
Senate Bill 321
Relating to: telephone company tax exemption for property used to provide broadband service. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
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.
Senate Bill 347
Senate Bill 347
Relating to: requiring sexual abuse prevention education. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
9/24/2019
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.
Senate Bill 348
Senate Bill 348
Relating to: restoring the right to vote to certain persons barred from voting as a result of a felony conviction, changing the information required on voter registration forms, and changing voting procedure for certain persons who are convicted of felonie...

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
8/27/2019
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 361
Senate Bill 361
Relating to: eligibility expansion under the Medical Assistance program. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
8/27/2019
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 363
Senate Bill 363
Relating to: falsely reporting an emergency and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
11/27/2019
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
LWVWI supports a primary reliance on alternatives to incarceration.
Senate Bill 367
Senate Bill 367
Relating to: prohibiting an employer from relying on information about a prospective employee's compensation when making employment decisions or inquiring about a prospective employee's compensation and from restricting an employee's right to disclose comp...

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
1/28/2020
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 371
Senate Bill 371
Relating to: bonding for lead service line replacement and granting bonding authority. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
9/24/2019
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.
Senate Bill 386
Senate Bill 386
Relating to: trespassing on the property of an energy provider and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
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.
Senate Bill 403
Senate Bill 403
Relating to: free expression within the University of Wisconsin System, providing an exemption from rule-making procedures, and granting rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
9/24/2019
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.
Senate Bill 408
Senate Bill 408
Relating to: counting pupils enrolled in four-year-old kindergarten. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
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.
Senate Bill 409
Senate Bill 409
Relating to: grants for feasibility studies of school district consolidation or whole grade sharing and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
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.
Senate Bill 412
Senate Bill 412
Relating to: a whole grade sharing categorical aid for school boards and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
9/24/2019
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.
Senate Bill 413
Senate Bill 413
Relating to: a shared services aid program for school districts, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
9/24/2019
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.
Senate Bill 414
Senate Bill 414
Relating to: incorporating cursive writing into the state model English language arts standards and requiring cursive writing in elementary grades. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
11/27/2019
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
This is a retrogressive bill and an unfunded mandate on a decision that belongs with local school districts.
Senate Bill 415
Senate Bill 415
Relating to: the timing of equalization aid payments to school districts. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
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.
Senate Bill 416
Senate Bill 416
Relating to: reimbursement rates under the Medical Assistance program for home health care services. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
9/24/2019
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.
Senate Bill 423
Senate Bill 423
Relating to: lead testing of potable water sources in certain schools; providing loans for lead remediation in certain schools; and providing an exception to referendum restrictions for lead remediation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
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.
Comments
We support SB 423 only if SSA1 is adopted.
Senate Bill 424
Senate Bill 424
Relating to: testing for lead in drinking water in facilities used for recreational and educational camps and child care. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
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.
Comments
The Committee should hold this bill until a firm source of federal and/or state funding is committed.
Senate Bill 444
Senate Bill 444
Relating to: student loans, creating an authority to be known as the Wisconsin Student Loan Refinancing Authority, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
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.
Senate Bill 467
Senate Bill 467
Relating to: housing and homelessness; workforce development; community action agencies; poverty reports; mental health; public assistance advisory committee; economic security; adverse childhood experiences reports; creating a nonrefundable individual inc...

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
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.
Senate Bill 473
Senate Bill 473
Relating to: funding for chronic wasting disease research and management and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
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.
Senate Bill 485
Senate Bill 485
Relating to: lake management grants and river protection management grants for floating treatment wetlands.

Bill Text and History

2019 Wisconsin Act 177

Other
Notification Date
11/27/2019
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
There are limits to the usefulness of floating bogs in their ability to take up nutrients. This needs to be incorporated in any DNR-funded project aimed at improving water quality of lakes or rivers that include as one of the tools a floating bog.
Senate Bill 493
Senate Bill 493
Relating to: creating a task force on missing and murdered tribal women and girls and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
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.
Senate Bill 494
Senate Bill 494
Relating to: the school district revenue limit adjustment for energy efficiency projects. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
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.
Senate Bill 496
Senate Bill 496
Relating to: requiring that student identification cards include contact information for suicide prevention hotlines. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
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.
Senate Bill 498
Senate Bill 498
Relating to: grants to support peer-to-peer suicide prevention programs in high schools, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
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.
Senate Bill 503
Senate Bill 503
Relating to: implementing a suicide prevention program and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
11/27/2019
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 504
Senate Bill 504
Relating to: grants for suicide prevention programming and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
11/27/2019
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 510
Senate Bill 510
Relating to: watershed enhancement in the village of Plover in Portage County and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
1/5/2020
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.
Senate Bill 527
Senate Bill 527
Relating to: the seclusion and physical restraint of pupils.

Bill Text and History

2019 Wisconsin Act 118

For
Notification Date
11/27/2019
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 530
Senate Bill 530
Relating to: extreme risk protection temporary restraining orders and injunctions and providing a penalty. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
11/27/2019
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 538
Senate Bill 538
Relating to: counting individuals confined in state prison to determine population for redistricting purposes. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
11/27/2019
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 543
Senate Bill 543
Relating to: grants related to preventing suicide by firearm and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
12/3/2019
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
Partnering with retailers to provide voluntary temporary gun storage offers a safety valve, allowing the suicidal impulse to pass. However, these strategies are insufficient to stem WI's rising rate of suicide by firearms. We also support SB53/AB573.
Senate Bill 592
Senate Bill 592
Relating to: providing medication and a valid prescription to a prisoner upon release. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
1/28/2020
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 594
Senate Bill 594
Relating to: opioid antagonist administration in jails and medication-assisted treatment availability in prisons and jails. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
1/28/2020
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 595
Senate Bill 595
Relating to: an online early learning pilot program and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

2019 Wisconsin Act 170

For
Notification Date
2/1/2020
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 596
Senate Bill 596
Relating to: the establishment of a family and medical leave insurance program; family leave to care for a grandparent, grandchild, or sibling and for the active duty of a family member; the employers that are required to allow an employee to take family o...

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
1/28/2020
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 631
Senate Bill 631
Relating to: a general permit for hydrologic restoration projects and creating a hydrologic restoration and management advisory council.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
1/28/2020
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 632
Senate Bill 632
Relating to: notifying counties of certain water pollution violations, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
1/28/2020
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 651
Senate Bill 651
Relating to: community health center grants and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
1/28/2020
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 688
Senate Bill 688
Relating to: applications for full-time open enrollment.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
1/28/2020
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 708
Senate Bill 708
Relating to: public notice and comment period for certain groundwater standards. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
1/31/2020
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
This bill will cause unnecessary delay by requiring DHS & DNR to receive public input sequentially and defend their rule recommendations separately. Meanwhile public health is not being protected.
Senate Bill 710
Senate Bill 710
Relating to: the private on-site wastewater treatment system replacement or rehabilitation grant program. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/2/2020
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 711
Senate Bill 711
Relating to: priorities and criteria for the municipal flood control and riparian restoration program and amending administrative rules. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/2/2020
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 716
Senate Bill 716
Relating to: prohibiting the sale and use of coal tar-based sealants and high PAH sealant products. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
3/11/2020
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 717
Senate Bill 717
Relating to: expanding the clean sweep program to include collection of certain fire fighting foams and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
1/31/2020
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
Industry should be responsible for cleaning up its own wastes. The taxpayer-funded Clean Sweep program should be reserved exclusively for consumer products that would otherwise be disposed of in municipal trash.
Senate Bill 724
Senate Bill 724
Relating to: the well compensation grant program and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/2/2020
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 725
Senate Bill 725
Relating to: biomanipulation projects to improve the water quality of lakes and impoundments and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/2/2020
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 749
Senate Bill 749
Relating to: mandatory minimum sentence for three or more convictions for retail theft and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
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.
Senate Bill 752
Senate Bill 752
Relating to: recommendation to revoke parole, probation, and extended supervision if a person is charged with a crime. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
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.
Senate Bill 753
Senate Bill 753
Relating to: acts for which a juvenile may be placed in correctional placement or the Serious Juvenile Offender Program. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
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.
Senate Bill 754
Senate Bill 754
Relating to: earned release from parole or extended supervision and discharge from probation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
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.
Senate Bill 766
Senate Bill 766
Relating to: using testimony taken by deposition in a criminal trial if witness is at risk of being intimidated.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
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.
Senate Bill 772
Senate Bill 772
Relating to: PFAS standards and grant programs, providing blood testing for certain individuals, requiring a cancer cluster study, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting r...

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/11/2020
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 773
Senate Bill 773
Relating to: providing funding related to PFAS programs and positions, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/11/2020
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 774
Senate Bill 774
Relating to: PFAS management zones, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/11/2020
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 775
Senate Bill 775
Relating to: providing positions and funding related to PFAS management zones, creating a municipal grant program for PFAS testing, and making an appropriation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/11/2020
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 Joint Resolution 35
Senate Joint Resolution 35
Relating to: proclaiming September 7, 2019, as Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Appreciation Day.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Joint Resolution 57
Senate Joint Resolution 57
Relating to: convention of the States for one or more Constitutional amendments restraining abuses of power by the federal government.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
10/20/2019
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.

Budget Bill Subjects

Corrections: Adult Correctional Services
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Corrections: Adult Correctional Services

Notification Date
5/2/2019
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
Proposed budget falls far short of the needed $15 million/year increase the Governor promised for the successful TAD program. We support proposed expansion of the OARS program and Non-Violent Offender Treatment Diversion Pilot Program.

Supporting Documentation
20190502_LWVWI Statement for Joint Finance on SB59_AB56 executive budget proposal.pdf

Corrections: Juvenile Correctional Services
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Corrections: Juvenile Correctional Services

Notification Date
5/2/2019
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
We support closure of 2 juvenile detention facilities, replaced by secure residential care facilities in various counties, but this needs a specific deadline. We support returning 17-yr-olds to juvenile system but think there should be separate bill.

Supporting Documentation
20190502_LWVWI Statement for Joint Finance on SB59_AB56 executive budget proposal.pdf

Dept of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Dept of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection

Notification Date
3/25/2019
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
LWVI WI supports the Governor’s budget increase in CAFP fees and the funding of 5 additional staff to review CAFO applications, conduct inspections and enforce CAFO related regulations.

Elections Commission
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Elections Commission

Notification Date
5/2/2019
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
Election security funding should be used only for efforts related to election security and nothing else.

Health Services: Medicaid Services
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Health Services: Medicaid Services

Notification Date
5/2/2019
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
Support of full Medicaid expansion under BadgerCare. Support for expanding BadgerCare eligibility to cover approximately 80,000 more adults, by lifting the income eligibility ceiling for a single individual from $12,490/year to $17,236/year.

Supporting Documentation
20190502_LWVWI Statement for Joint Finance on SB59_AB56 executive budget proposal.pdf

Legislature
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Legislature

Notification Date
5/2/2019
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
The budget should include sufficient funding to support the LRB to have the ability to carry out the function of drawing maps. However, we would prefer that redistricting reform be accomplished with stand-alone legislation.

Natural Resources: Environmental Management
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Natural Resources: Environmental Management

Notification Date
5/2/2019
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
We are pleased the proposed budget creates a Bureau of Natural Resources Science in the Division of Fish, Wildlife and Parks of the DNR. We support authorization of 5.0 new full time DNR science positions.

Natural Resources: Fish, Wildlife, and Parks
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Natural Resources: Fish, Wildlife, and Parks

Notification Date
5/2/2019
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
Support of: 1) extending Stewardship Fund at the current level through June 30, 2020 and convening task force to consider future of the Stewardship Prgm; 2) increased general operations funding for state parks and recreational areas by $1.4 million.

Natural Resources: Public Safety
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Natural Resources: Public Safety

Notification Date
5/2/2019
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
Support of: additional $70 million in bonding for water quality programs, including funding to replace lead service lines; increased CAFO fees; provision to make it easier to obtain funding under Well Compensation Grant Program.

Public Instruction: Departmentwide
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Public Instruction: Departmentwide

Notification Date
5/2/2019
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
Support of: 1) more equitable school aid formula and restoration of the promised two-thirds level of state funding for our schools with increases for special education; 2) proposal to stop expansion of choice schools.

Technical College System Board
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Technical College System Board

Notification Date
5/2/2019
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
Support of measures to promote equal opportunity for all Wisconsin residents to access a high-quality post-secondary education.

Supporting Documentation
20190502_LWVWI Statement for Joint Finance on SB59_AB56 executive budget proposal.pdf

Transportation: Departmentwide
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Transportation: Departmentwide

Notification Date
3/18/2019
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.

Transportation: Local Transportation Assistance
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Transportation: Local Transportation Assistance

Notification Date
5/2/2019
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
Support of: increase for public transit; restoration of the flexibility of local governments in labor negotiations and their ability to use eminent domain authority for bike and pedestrian paths; measures to raise revenues, including gas tax.

Supporting Documentation
20190502_LWVWI Statement for Joint Finance on SB59_AB56 executive budget proposal.pdf

University of Wisconsin System
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
University of Wisconsin System

Notification Date
5/2/2019
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
Support of several measures to promote equal opportunity for all Wisconsin residents to access a high-quality post-secondary education.

Supporting Documentation
20190502_LWVWI Statement for Joint Finance on SB59_AB56 executive budget proposal.pdf

Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings

Numerical standards to minimize the concentration of polluting substances in groundwater
Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
Numerical standards to minimize the concentration of polluting substances in groundwater
Scope Statement
SS 090_19
For
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.

Surface water quality criteria and analytical methods for poly- and perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) including PFOS, PFOA, and any other PFAS for the purpose of protecting public health, and the procedures in the Wisconsin Pollutant Discharge Elimination S...
Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
Surface water quality criteria and analytical methods for poly- and perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) including PFOS, PFOA, and any other PFAS for the purpose of protecting public health, and the procedures in the Wisconsin Pollutant Discharge Elimination S...
Scope Statement
SS 091_19
For
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.

The promulgation of new drinking water maximum contaminant levels for Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) including Perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS) and Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA)
Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
The promulgation of new drinking water maximum contaminant levels for Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) including Perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS) and Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA)
Scope Statement
SS 089_19
For
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.

Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number

Voting by mail
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Voting by mail

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
4/9/2020
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.

Requesting that the DMV include a message about voter registration on the paper receipt it sends to individuals who obtain or renew a Wisconsin Driver License or ID card.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Requesting that the DMV include a message about voter registration on the paper receipt it sends to individuals who obtain or renew a Wisconsin Driver License or ID card.

Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)

Notification Date
10/29/2019
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.

Gun policy, including "red flag" laws, background checks, assault weapons regulation
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Gun policy, including "red flag" laws, background checks, assault weapons regulation

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
9/29/2019
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.

Allowing an individual who is 17 years old to vote in a primary if she/he will be 18 years old by the date of the election following the primary
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Allowing an individual who is 17 years old to vote in a primary if she/he will be 18 years old by the date of the election following the primary

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
6/20/2019
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.

Automatic voter registration
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Automatic voter registration

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
2/12/2019
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.

issues related to allowing an elector to show his or her ballot
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
issues related to allowing an elector to show his or her ballot

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
2/7/2019
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.

protection of Election Day Registration
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
protection of Election Day Registration

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
2/5/2019
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.

online voter registration
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
online voter registration

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
2/5/2019
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
$2,321.53
2019
July - December
$787.50
2020
January - June
$450.00
2020
July - December
$0.00
Total $3,559.03
Total Hours Communicating 2019
January - June
5.25
2019
July - December
2.00
2020
January - June
3.50
2020
July - December
0.00
Total 10.75
Total Hours Other 2019
January - June
32.50
2019
July - December
13.75
2020
January - June
5.50
2020
July - December
0.00
Total 51.75

Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

Relating to: requirements for initial licensure as a special education teacher.
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
1%
2019
July - December
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
1%
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
11%
2020
July - December
Total 2%
Relating to: increasing the maximum deduction under the individual income tax sliding scale standard deduction. (FE)
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
2%
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total 2%
Relating to: a minor contracting for admission to a shelter facility or transitional living program.
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
3%
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total 2%
Relating to: state health-based groundwater quality standards for certain groundwater contaminants.
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
3%
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total 2%
Relating to: automatic voter registration, deceptive election practices, voter intimidation and suppression, voter rights, polling place posting and language requirements, election manual requirements, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty. (FE)
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
4%
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total 3%
Relating to: the requirement for stating name and address prior to voting.
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
4%
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total 3%
Relating to: allowing district attorneys, deputy district attorneys, and assistant district attorneys to engage in the private practice of law for certain civil purposes.
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
6%
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total 3%
Relating to: using an electronic voting machine to cast a vote with an in-person absentee ballot and providing a penalty. (FE)
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
7%
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total 5%
Relating to: using an electronic voting machine to cast a vote with an in-person absentee ballot and providing a penalty. (FE)
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
11%
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total 6%
Relating to: homelessness case management services and making an appropriation. (FE)
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
3%
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total < 1%
Relating to: judicial disqualification based on campaign financial support.
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
3%
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total < 1%
Relating to: setting standards for certain contaminants, providing information relating to off-site disposal of certain waste, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
3%
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total < 1%
Relating to: local regulation of certain containers.
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
6%
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total 2%
Relating to: convention of the States for one or more Constitutional amendments restraining abuses of power by the federal government.
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
6%
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total 2%
Relating to: convention of the States for one or more Constitutional amendments restraining abuses of power by the federal government.
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
7%
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total 2%
Relating to: an elector using a W-2 form to establish residence.
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
22%
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total 5%
Relating to: prohibiting local ordinances, resolutions, and policies that prohibit the enforcement of federal or state law relating to illegal aliens or immigration status, authorizing certain elective officeholders to commence an enforcement action, providing a reduction in shared revenue payments, and creating governmental liability for damages caused by illegal aliens. (FE)
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
25%
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total 6%
Relating to: use of formerly submerged land in the city of Racine. (FE)
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
6%
2020
July - December
Total 2%
Relating to: telephone company tax exemption for property used to provide broadband service. (FE)
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
6%
2020
July - December
Total 2%
Relating to: watershed enhancement in the village of Plover in Portage County and making an appropriation. (FE)
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
11%
2020
July - December
Total 2%
Relating to: the time for holding special primaries, requiring those who register electronically or by mail to vote in person the first time they vote, obtaining another person's marked absentee ballot, tampering with voting machines or ballots, and providing a penalty. (FE)
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
17%
2020
July - December
Total 3%
Relating to: lead testing of potable water sources in certain schools; providing loans for lead remediation in certain schools; and providing an exception to referendum restrictions for lead remediation. (FE)
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
17%
2020
July - December
Total 3%

Budget Bill Subjects

2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
1%
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
1%
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
3%
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total 2%
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
4%
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
4%
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
7%
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total 5%
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
26%
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total 16%

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
7%
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total 4%
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
Total
2019
January - June
2019
July - December
3%
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
3%
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
11%
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
19%
2020
January - June
21%
2020
July - December
Total 14%

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
2019
July - December
2020
January - June
2020
July - December
100%
Total < 1%

Filed Statements of Lobbying Activity and Expenditures