Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters (WLCV)

Registered Principal Details

Business Or Interest:
WLCV is organized to elect conservation leaders to the state legislature and get lawmakers to champion effective conservation policies that better protect public health and natural resources in Wisconsin.

Lobbying Interests:
We are concerned with actions on policy and budget impacting conservation and the environment. Specifically: hunting and fishing, land and water conservation, wildlife habitat, air and water quality and quantity, scenic and natural resource protection, recycling, energy conservation, a healthy environment and government accountability.

Title:
Program Director

Contact
AS
Anne Sayers
306 E. Wilson Street #2E
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 661-0845
(608) 260-9799
anne@conservationvoters.org
conservationvoters.org

Authorized Lobbyists

Lobbyist Name Exclusive Duties Authorized On Withdrawn On

Lobbying Interests

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

Assembly Bill 91
Assembly Bill 91
relating to: prohibiting the use of cyanide in metallic mining.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
10/1/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
We support this legislation and request that hearings be held to move this bill forward.
Assembly Bill 174
Assembly Bill 174
relating to: operation of all-terrain vehicles on real property under the management, supervision, or control of the Department of Natural Resources for purposes of hunting.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
8/22/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Neither version allows land managers to make natural areas and fragile and sensitive land off-limits. Since the WLCV mission is to educate voters, votes on this may be included in the committee section of the 2004 Conservation Scorecard.
Assembly Bill 187
Assembly Bill 187
relating to: the newspaper recycling fee and the recycled content of newsprint used in newspapers.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 106

Against
Notification Date
10/1/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Current law allows newspapers that cannot meet the recyled content standard to apply for a waiver. Reducing the standard overall to accomodate these newspapers is unnecessary and sets back the efforts to increase recycling in Wisconsin.
Assembly Bill 267
Assembly Bill 267
relating to: administrative rule making regarding small businesses, data used by administrative agencies in preparing proposed rules, increasing attorney fees, creating an Internet site for proposed rules, and creating a Small Business Regulatory Review Bo...

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
10/22/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
This bill has numerous defects, ranging from possible exemption of small businesses from environmental regulations, immunity from actions that may damage natural resources, and using cost benefit analysis to limit the scope of emergency rules.
Assembly Bill 292
Assembly Bill 292
relating to: granting rule-making authority regarding the transportation, possession, control, storage, or disposal of the carcass of a deer or an elk from a chronic wasting disease eradication zone or a state with confirmed chronic wasting disease.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/12/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 323
Assembly Bill 323
relating to: the Managed Forest Land Program, providing funding for grants for land acquisition for outdoor recreation, requiring the exercise of rule-making authority, and making an appropriation.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 228

Other
Notification Date
1/22/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
We support this bill as long as the money paid by landowners to close their land to recreational use is used to purchase new recreational lands for public use.
Assembly Bill 435
Assembly Bill 435
relating to: repealing the comprehensive planning statute known as Smart Growth.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
10/7/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Requiring communities to undertake the Smart Growth process is both fiscally sound and appropriate. Reject the myths and misrepresentations, and reject this bill.
Assembly Bill 445
Assembly Bill 445
relating to: regulating piers and boat shelters and requiring the exercise of rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
8/22/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
DNR has detailed standards that lake owners can follow to comply, and they are working. Since WLCV mission is voter education, votes on this may be included in the committee section of the 2004 Conservation Scorecard.
Assembly Bill 480
Assembly Bill 480
relating to: bonding authority for the stewardship program.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
3/9/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 486
Assembly Bill 486
relating to: periods in which state agencies will act on certain applications, approval of certain applications, refunds of fees, and granting rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
9/22/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Attaching artificial deadlines to permit applications is the wrong approach, especially after cutting agency personnel. Where legitimate problems exist, they should be addressed by the agencies involved.
Assembly Bill 496
Assembly Bill 496
relating to: the removal of nonconforming outdoor advertising signs.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
10/15/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
This bill does little to remove nonconforming billborads and instead raises the annual limit for regular upkeep and maintenance of such signs.
Assembly Bill 506
Assembly Bill 506
relating to: the definition of navigable waters and navigable waterway and declarations of navigability.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
9/22/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
This is a thinly veiled attempt to remove critical waters from state and federal regulation. The term "navigable waters" is well established in case law and needs no further defintion.
Assembly Bill 514
Assembly Bill 514
relating to: determinations concerning the navigability of bodies of water; determinations as to whether bodies of waters are lakes or streams; procedures, requirements, and exemptions that apply to granting, modifying, and denying permits, contracts, and ...

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
10/14/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
The WLCV supports this bill as written. However, any change in the definition of navigability would make this bill wholly unacceptable.
Assembly Bill 519
Assembly Bill 519
relating to: the feeding of deer and elk.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 240

Against
Notification Date
9/22/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
We feel the regulation of baiting and feeding should be left up to the experts at the DNR while more is being learned about the spread of CWD in our whitetail deer herd.
Other
Notification Date
9/22/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
While we prefer a complete ban, and encourage AB 519 to be amended accordingly, we reluctantly support this bill to extend the NRB rule beyond its expiration date of June 30, 2004
Assembly Bill 528
Assembly Bill 528
relating to: Joint Committee on Finance review of stewardship acquisitions.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
10/7/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Adequate controls already exist to insure stewardship funds are not mis-spent. Reinstating JCF review will instead allow that committee to cripple this popular and badly needed program.
Assembly Bill 530
Assembly Bill 530
relating to: suspending the Department of Natural Resources rule related to limits on bridges over wild rivers.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 248

Other
Notification Date
10/14/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
We urge lawmakers to let the DNR continue to find a way to resolve this issue without creating a new avenue for traffic over a Wild River.
Assembly Bill 569
Assembly Bill 569
relating to: the daily bag limit for participants in bass fishing tournaments.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
10/27/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
The WLCV urges you to vote against AB 569. This bill establishes special privileges for tournament participants that are not available to other anglers. Instead, lawmakers should support LRB-2251.
Assembly Bill 608
Assembly Bill 608
relating to: making changes to the comprehensive planning statute known as Smart Growth.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 233

For
Notification Date
11/9/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 623
Assembly Bill 623
relating to: regulating fishing tournaments, granting rule-making authority, and providing penalties.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 249

For
Notification Date
11/9/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 655
Assembly Bill 655
relating to: administrative rules, guidelines, policies, and hearings; air pollution control; structures, deposits, and other activities in or near navigable waters; notice, hearing, and review procedures related to permits to place structures and material...

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 118

Against
Notification Date
11/12/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 728
Assembly Bill 728
relating to: comprehensive planning by local governmental units and fees imposed by political subdivisions.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 307

Against
Notification Date
1/20/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
The added notification requirements in this bill are both costly and unnecessary. In order to truly improve the comprehensive planning statute, support AB608 instead.
Assembly Bill 748
Assembly Bill 748
relating to: removal of vegetation along highways under the jurisdiction of the Department of Transportation.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/12/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
The League encourages lawmakers to seek ways to reduce the clutter of billboards on the landscape rather than making them more visible.
Assembly Bill 926
Assembly Bill 926
relating to: regulation of high capacity wells, notification of well construction, groundwater quantity management, granting rule-making authority, and making appropriations.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 310

For
Notification Date
3/10/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
While this bill is more limited than we had hoped, it is a start. We assume that those who vote for this will also see that the DNR is given the resources it needs to implement this legislation in its entirety.
Senate Bill 12
Senate Bill 12
relating to: campaign financing, official action in return for providing or withholding political contributions, services, or other things of value, lobbying regulation, designations for the Wisconsin election campaign fund by individuals filing state inco...

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/13/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 100
Senate Bill 100
relating to: administrative rule making regarding small businesses, data used by administrative agencies in preparing proposed rules, increasing attorney fees, creating an Internet site for proposed rules, and creating a Small Business Regulatory Review Bo...

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 145

Against
Notification Date
9/22/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
We oppose this bill as written. Among its defects are failure to consider the potential cumulative adverse impacts on the environment, duplication of the role of the JCRAR, and other failings.
Senate Bill 239
Senate Bill 239
relating to: the removal of nonconforming outdoor advertising signs.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
10/15/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
This bill does little to remove nonconforming billborads and instead raises the annual limit for regular upkeep and maintenance of such signs.
Senate Bill 246
Senate Bill 246
relating to: periods in which state agencies will act on certain applications, approval of certain applications, refunds of fees, and granting rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
9/22/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Attaching artificial deadlines to permit applications is the wrong approach, especially after cutting agency personnel. Where legitimate problems exist, they should be addressed by the agencies involved.
Senate Bill 252
Senate Bill 252
relating to: Joint Committee on Finance review of stewardship acquisitions.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
10/15/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
The WLCV opposes this effort to restore JCF review of land acquisitions by the Stewardship Fund. There are adequate controls in place within the DNR and the NRB to insure these purchases are both sound and proper.
Senate Bill 313
Senate Bill 313
relating to: administrative rules, guidelines, policies, and hearings; air pollution control; structures, deposits, and other activities in or near navigable waters; notice, hearing, and review procedures related to permits to place structures and material...

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
11/12/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 375
Senate Bill 375
relating to: comprehensive planning by local governmental units and fees imposed by political subdivisions.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 134

Against
Notification Date
1/22/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
The added notification requirements in this bill are both costly and unnecessary. In order to truly improve the comprehensive planning statute, support AB608 instead.
Senate Bill 390
Senate Bill 390
relating to: removal of vegetation along highways under the jurisdiction of the Department of Transportation.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/12/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
The League encourages lawmakers to seek ways to reduce the clutter of billboards on the landscape rather than making them more visible.
Senate Bill 407
Senate Bill 407
relating to: hunting deer in a chronic wasting disease intensive harvest or heard reduction zone without a deer hunting license, the receipt of a deer hunting license during an open season for hunting deer, and granting rule-making authority.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 313

For
Notification Date
2/12/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 524
Senate Bill 524
relating to: regulation of high capacity wells, notification of well construction, groundwater quantity management, granting rule-making authority, and making appropriations.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
3/10/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
While this bill is more limited than we had hoped, it is a start. We assume that those who vote for this will also see that the DNR is given the resources it needs to implement this legislation in its entirety.

Budget Bill Subjects

Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Departmentwide and Resource Management
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Departmentwide and Resource Management

Notification Date
7/31/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Comments
Bonding for nonpoint programs

Natural Resources: Air, Waste and Contaminated Land
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Natural Resources: Air, Waste and Contaminated Land

Notification Date
5/13/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Comments
Support recycling budget as proposed by Governor -no further cuts in staff, tipping fees and business surcharge.

Natural Resources: Departmentwide
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Natural Resources: Departmentwide

Notification Date
5/13/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Comments
Support full funding of the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Fund Support continued funding of the comprehensive planning grants for local municipalities under the Samrt Growth Law in the Executive Budget

Notification Date
5/13/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Comments
oppose proposal to sell off $40 million in state lands

Natural Resources: Forestry and Parks
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Natural Resources: Forestry and Parks

Notification Date
5/13/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Comments
Oppose proposal to sell $40 million in State owned lands

Natural Resources: Water Quality
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Natural Resources: Water Quality

Notification Date
7/30/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Comments
Support bonding for polluted runoff prevention programs through the DATCP and DNR (5/15/03)

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

Notification Date
5/13/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Comments
Support balance approaches to

Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings

Control of mercury air emissions.
Agency Name
Natural Resources
Subject
Control of mercury air emissions.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 542 (2/15/2001)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 01-081
For
Notification Date
8/22/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Comments
This issue is important to lake users and anglers across the state. As such, the mercury rules are a priority issue to the WLCV. Your votes to support, strengthen, or oppose this rule will be documented in the 2004 Conservation Scorecard.

Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number

2005-2007 Budget
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
2005-2007 Budget

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/31/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Comprehensive Planning (Smart Growth)
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Comprehensive Planning (Smart Growth)

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/31/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Governor's task force on energy
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Governor's task force on energy

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/31/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Great Lakes charter Annex
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Great Lakes charter Annex

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/31/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

NR115 (Shoreland Zoning Rules)
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
NR115 (Shoreland Zoning Rules)

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/31/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

OUtstanding and exceptional resource waters
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
OUtstanding and exceptional resource waters

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/31/2005
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

DNR Emergency Rules to implement Act118 - Support the Emergency Rules as written by the DNR, oppose JCRAR actions to susspend these rules.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
DNR Emergency Rules to implement Act118 - Support the Emergency Rules as written by the DNR, oppose JCRAR actions to susspend these rules.

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
6/28/2004
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Support: LRB-2251 Relating to regulating fishing tournaments, granting rule–making authority, and providing penalties.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Support: LRB-2251 Relating to regulating fishing tournaments, granting rule–making authority, and providing penalties.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
10/27/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Increase in the annual Trout Stamp fee from $7.25 to $10.00.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Increase in the annual Trout Stamp fee from $7.25 to $10.00.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
9/22/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Enact a policy requiring brand owners to take financial responsibility for discarded product, eliminate hazardous materials and support environmentally superior practice for recycling these products.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Enact a policy requiring brand owners to take financial responsibility for discarded product, eliminate hazardous materials and support environmentally superior practice for recycling these products.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
8/22/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Constitutional amendment to guarantee the right to hunt, fish, trap, and take game
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Constitutional amendment to guarantee the right to hunt, fish, trap, and take game

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
5/13/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Record of Decision of Fox River cleanup
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Record of Decision of Fox River cleanup

Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)

Notification Date
5/13/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Record of Decision on Fox River cleanup
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Record of Decision on Fox River cleanup

Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)

Notification Date
5/13/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Support appointment of former Senator Jim Baumgart to the Natural Resource Board
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Support appointment of former Senator Jim Baumgart to the Natural Resource Board

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
5/13/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Support appointment of former Senator Jim Baumgart to the Natural Resources Board
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Support appointment of former Senator Jim Baumgart to the Natural Resources Board

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
5/13/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Support audit of DNR Air Management to improve permitting process and link increases to salary COLA increases for DNR staff
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Support audit of DNR Air Management to improve permitting process and link increases to salary COLA increases for DNR staff

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule

Notification Date
5/13/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

support continued funding of the comprehensive planning grants for local municipalities under the Smart Growth Law in the Executive Budget
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
support continued funding of the comprehensive planning grants for local municipalities under the Smart Growth Law in the Executive Budget

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
5/13/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Support DNR Secretary's independence by returning nomination to the NRB, not appointment by Gov.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Support DNR Secretary's independence by returning nomination to the NRB, not appointment by Gov.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
5/13/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Support full funding for the implementation and enforcement of the polluted runoff rules
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Support full funding for the implementation and enforcement of the polluted runoff rules

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
5/13/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Support granting DNR authority to regulate, high capacity wells, limit groundwater withdrawls and protect aquifers
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Support granting DNR authority to regulate, high capacity wells, limit groundwater withdrawls and protect aquifers

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
5/13/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Support meaningful campaign finance reform
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Support meaningful campaign finance reform

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
5/13/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Support of full financing of the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Fund
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Support of full financing of the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Fund

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
5/13/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Audit of DNR Air Management Programs to improve permitting process and link increases to salary COLA increases for DNR staff.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Audit of DNR Air Management Programs to improve permitting process and link increases to salary COLA increases for DNR staff.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
2/18/2003
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Total Lobbying Effort

  2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
Total Lobbying Expenditures 2004
January - June
$1,796.47
2004
July - December
$432.64
Total $2,229.11
Total Hours Communicating 2004
January - June
0.00
2004
July - December
1.50
Total 1.50
Total Hours Other 2004
January - June
68.00
2004
July - December
15.00
Total 83.00

Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

relating to: the newspaper recycling fee and the recycled content of newsprint used in newspapers.
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
6%
2004
July - December
Total 5%
relating to: administrative rule making regarding small businesses, data used by administrative agencies in preparing proposed rules, increasing attorney fees, creating an Internet site for proposed rules, and creating a Small Business Regulatory Review Board.
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
6%
2004
July - December
Total 5%
relating to: the removal of nonconforming outdoor advertising signs.
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
6%
2004
July - December
Total 5%
relating to: the feeding of deer and elk.
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
6%
2004
July - December
Total 5%
relating to: periods in which state agencies will act on certain applications, approval of certain applications, refunds of fees, and granting rule-making authority.
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
6%
2004
July - December
Total 5%
relating to: Joint Committee on Finance review of stewardship acquisitions.
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
6%
2004
July - December
Total 5%
relating to: making changes to the comprehensive planning statute known as Smart Growth.
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
6%
2004
July - December
Total 5%
relating to: comprehensive planning by local governmental units and fees imposed by political subdivisions.
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
6%
2004
July - December
Total 5%
relating to: regulation of high capacity wells, notification of well construction, groundwater quantity management, granting rule-making authority, and making appropriations.
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
8%
2004
July - December
Total 6%
relating to: administrative rules, guidelines, policies, and hearings; air pollution control; structures, deposits, and other activities in or near navigable waters; notice, hearing, and review procedures related to permits to place structures and materials and to conduct activities in or near navigable waters; nonmetallic mining reclamation financial assurances; strategic energy assessments; partial deregulation of telecommunications services; contributions by electric and gas utilities to the utility public benefits fund; grants for energy conservation and other programs; reciprocal agreements for real estate licenses; comprehensive planning by local governmental units; fees imposed by political subdivisions; the confidentiality of patient health care records; apprentice-to-journeyman job-site ratios; the acquisition of in-state banks and in-state bank holding companies; credit agreements; extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures; and granting rule-making authority.
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
23%
2004
July - December
Total 19%

Budget Bill Subjects

No budget bill subjects found.

Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings

2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
20%
2004
July - December
Total 17%

Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number

2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
5%
Total < 1%
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
5%
Total < 1%
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
5%
Total < 1%
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
5%
Total < 1%
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
10%
Total 2%
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
30%
Total 6%
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
40%
Total 8%

Minor Efforts

No minor efforts found.

Other Matters

Includes time spent on:

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

Other Matters
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
1%
2004
July - December
Total < 1%

Filed Statements of Lobbying Activity and Expenditures