American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin Inc
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
A 501(c)(4) membership group dedicated to defending civil liberties of all Wisconsin residents.
Lobbying Interests:
The ACLU of Wisconsin lobbies in the areas of constitutional rights including but not limited to freedom of expression, criminal justice and corrections, education reform, voting rights, reproductive freedom, data privacy and equal protection.
Title:
Deputy Director
A 501(c)(4) membership group dedicated to defending civil liberties of all Wisconsin residents.
Lobbying Interests:
The ACLU of Wisconsin lobbies in the areas of constitutional rights including but not limited to freedom of expression, criminal justice and corrections, education reform, voting rights, reproductive freedom, data privacy and equal protection.
Title:
Deputy Director
Contact
MC
Molly Collins
207 E Buffalo St Ste 325
Milwaukee, WI 532025774
(414) 272-4032 x215
(414) 272-0182
mcollins@aclu-wi.org
http://www.aclu-wi.org
207 E Buffalo St Ste 325
Milwaukee, WI 532025774
(414) 272-4032 x215
(414) 272-0182
mcollins@aclu-wi.org
http://www.aclu-wi.org
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
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Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 44
Relating to: legislative and congressional redistricting. (FE)
Bill Text and History
10/16/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: legislative and congressional redistricting. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/16/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 48
Relating to: expanding the definition of hate crime victims to include law enforcement officers.
Bill Text and History
4/3/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
There is no evidence that these kinds of bills are necessary, or that they make police safer. There are already severe penalties for attacks on police officers in Wisconsin, where even a threat of harm to a police officer can be charged as a felony
http://aclu-wi.org/media/statement-aclu-wisconsin-blue-lives-matter-bill
Relating to: expanding the definition of hate crime victims to include law enforcement officers.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date4/3/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
There is no evidence that these kinds of bills are necessary, or that they make police safer. There are already severe penalties for attacks on police officers in Wisconsin, where even a threat of harm to a police officer can be charged as a felony
http://aclu-wi.org/media/statement-aclu-wisconsin-blue-lives-matter-bill
Assembly Bill 79
Relating to: mandatory reporting of child abuse and neglect by juvenile correctional officers.
Bill Text and History
3/7/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The ACLU supports preventing the abuse of children in juvenile correctional facilities. The ACLU is concerned that this bill could result in unwarranted child abuse charges against youth who get into fights with one another.
http://aclu-wi.org/media/statement-mandatory-reporters-juvenile-corrections
Relating to: mandatory reporting of child abuse and neglect by juvenile correctional officers.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date3/7/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The ACLU supports preventing the abuse of children in juvenile correctional facilities. The ACLU is concerned that this bill could result in unwarranted child abuse charges against youth who get into fights with one another.
http://aclu-wi.org/media/statement-mandatory-reporters-juvenile-corrections
Assembly Bill 87
Relating to: time limit on a restrictive custody sanction under the Serious Juvenile Offender Program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
5/25/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: time limit on a restrictive custody sanction under the Serious Juvenile Offender Program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date5/25/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 128
Relating to: prohibiting the group insurance board from contracting for or providing abortion services.
Bill Text and History
2017 Wisconsin Act 191
2/20/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: prohibiting the group insurance board from contracting for or providing abortion services.
Bill Text and History
2017 Wisconsin Act 191
Against
Notification Date2/20/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 351
Relating to: body cameras on law enforcement officers. (FE)
Bill Text and History
10/11/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
A main reason for making police videos in the first place is to provide an additional layer of public accountability. It is critical to not prevent the public from being able to access these by creating additional layers of government bureaucracy.
http://aclu-wi.org/story/police-body-camera-bill-problematic
Relating to: body cameras on law enforcement officers. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date10/11/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
A main reason for making police videos in the first place is to provide an additional layer of public accountability. It is critical to not prevent the public from being able to access these by creating additional layers of government bureaucracy.
http://aclu-wi.org/story/police-body-camera-bill-problematic
Assembly Bill 395
Relating to: participation in a riot and providing a criminal penalty.
Bill Text and History
9/19/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
Under both the First Amendment and traditional common law principles, a state cannot impose responsibility on any individual for the acts of others.
Relating to: participation in a riot and providing a criminal penalty.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date9/19/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
Under both the First Amendment and traditional common law principles, a state cannot impose responsibility on any individual for the acts of others.
Assembly Bill 396
Relating to: blocking a thoroughfare as part of a riot and providing a criminal penalty.
Bill Text and History
9/19/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: blocking a thoroughfare as part of a riot and providing a criminal penalty.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date9/19/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 397
Relating to: going armed with a firearm while participating in a riot and providing a criminal penalty.
Bill Text and History
9/19/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: going armed with a firearm while participating in a riot and providing a criminal penalty.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date9/19/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 525
Relating to: a study on alternatives to the solitary confinement of inmates.
Bill Text and History
10/11/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: a study on alternatives to the solitary confinement of inmates.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/11/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 553
Relating to: eligibility for state procurement contracts and certain actions taken by state and local governmental bodies involving a boycott of Israel. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2017 Wisconsin Act 248
2/21/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: eligibility for state procurement contracts and certain actions taken by state and local governmental bodies involving a boycott of Israel. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2017 Wisconsin Act 248
Against
Notification Date2/21/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 1069
Relating to: state and local highway projects; expenditure of transportation moneys received from the federal government; determining a reduction in individual income tax rates; and election of pass-through entities to be taxed at the entity level. (FE)
Bill Text and History
12/5/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
https://www.aclu-wi.org/en/news/aclu-wisconsins-board-directors-condemns-lame-duck-session
Relating to: state and local highway projects; expenditure of transportation moneys received from the federal government; determining a reduction in individual income tax rates; and election of pass-through entities to be taxed at the entity level. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date12/5/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
https://www.aclu-wi.org/en/news/aclu-wisconsins-board-directors-condemns-lame-duck-session
Assembly Bill 1070
Relating to: legislative powers and duties, state agency and authority composition and operations, and administrative rule-making process. (FE)
Bill Text and History
12/5/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
https://www.aclu-wi.org/en/news/aclu-wisconsins-board-directors-condemns-lame-duck-session
Relating to: legislative powers and duties, state agency and authority composition and operations, and administrative rule-making process. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date12/5/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
https://www.aclu-wi.org/en/news/aclu-wisconsins-board-directors-condemns-lame-duck-session
Assembly Bill 1071
Relating to: holding the presidential preference primary on the second Tuesday in March; applying for an absentee ballot in-person; and absentee ballots cast by overseas and military voters. (FE)
Bill Text and History
12/5/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
https://www.aclu-wi.org/en/news/aclu-wisconsins-board-directors-condemns-lame-duck-session
Relating to: holding the presidential preference primary on the second Tuesday in March; applying for an absentee ballot in-person; and absentee ballots cast by overseas and military voters. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date12/5/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
https://www.aclu-wi.org/en/news/aclu-wisconsins-board-directors-condemns-lame-duck-session
Assembly Bill 1072
Relating to: federal government waivers and other requests for federal approval; public assistance programs; waivers from work search and registration requirements for certain unemployment insurance benefit claimants; granting rule-making authority; and ma...
Bill Text and History
12/5/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
https://www.aclu-wi.org/en/news/aclu-wisconsins-board-directors-condemns-lame-duck-session
Relating to: federal government waivers and other requests for federal approval; public assistance programs; waivers from work search and registration requirements for certain unemployment insurance benefit claimants; granting rule-making authority; and ma...
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date12/5/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
https://www.aclu-wi.org/en/news/aclu-wisconsins-board-directors-condemns-lame-duck-session
Assembly Bill 1073
Relating to: legislative power and duties, state agency and authority composition and operations, administrative rule-making process, federal government waivers and approvals, unemployment insurance work search and registration requirements, and making an ...
Bill Text and History
12/5/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
https://www.aclu-wi.org/en/news/aclu-wisconsins-board-directors-condemns-lame-duck-session
Relating to: legislative power and duties, state agency and authority composition and operations, administrative rule-making process, federal government waivers and approvals, unemployment insurance work search and registration requirements, and making an ...
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date12/5/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
https://www.aclu-wi.org/en/news/aclu-wisconsins-board-directors-condemns-lame-duck-session
Senate Bill 13
Relating to: legislative and congressional redistricting. (FE)
Bill Text and History
9/19/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: legislative and congressional redistricting. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date9/19/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 52
Relating to: time limit on a restrictive custody sanction under the Serious Juvenile Offender Program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2017 Wisconsin Act 308
3/28/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
Expanding the Serious Juvenile Offender Program (SJOP) through bills 52 and 59 will place more young people in harm’s way. The State should be examining alternative solutions to get young people to change their behavior and make better decisions.
http://aclu-wi.org/story/testimony-criminal-justice-bills
Relating to: time limit on a restrictive custody sanction under the Serious Juvenile Offender Program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2017 Wisconsin Act 308
Against
Notification Date3/28/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
Expanding the Serious Juvenile Offender Program (SJOP) through bills 52 and 59 will place more young people in harm’s way. The State should be examining alternative solutions to get young people to change their behavior and make better decisions.
http://aclu-wi.org/story/testimony-criminal-justice-bills
Senate Bill 54
Relating to: recommendation to revoke parole, probation, and extended supervision if a person is charged with a crime.
Bill Text and History
3/28/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
Wisconsin does not need to borrow $350 million to build a new prison. It needs to adopt smart reforms in its criminal justice system that reduce prison populations, reduce recidivism and make communities safer and stronger.
http://aclu-wi.org/story/community-groups-say-new-prison-not-needed
Relating to: recommendation to revoke parole, probation, and extended supervision if a person is charged with a crime.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date3/28/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
Wisconsin does not need to borrow $350 million to build a new prison. It needs to adopt smart reforms in its criminal justice system that reduce prison populations, reduce recidivism and make communities safer and stronger.
http://aclu-wi.org/story/community-groups-say-new-prison-not-needed
Senate Bill 55
Relating to: crimes subject to a mandatory minimum sentence. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2017 Wisconsin Act 309
3/28/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
These punitive measures are ineffective and enormously expensive. Rather than locking people up longer, let’s invest that money in a strategy that improves outcomes for the community in the long term.
http://aclu-wi.org/story/testimony-criminal-justice-bills
Relating to: crimes subject to a mandatory minimum sentence. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2017 Wisconsin Act 309
Against
Notification Date3/28/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
These punitive measures are ineffective and enormously expensive. Rather than locking people up longer, let’s invest that money in a strategy that improves outcomes for the community in the long term.
http://aclu-wi.org/story/testimony-criminal-justice-bills
Senate Bill 56
Relating to: mandatory minimum incarceration period following illegal possession of a firearm.
Bill Text and History
2017 Wisconsin Act 310
3/28/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
These punitive measures are ineffective and enormously expensive. Rather than locking people up longer, let’s invest that money in a strategy that improves outcomes for the community in the long term.
http://aclu-wi.org/story/testimony-criminal-justice-bills
Relating to: mandatory minimum incarceration period following illegal possession of a firearm.
Bill Text and History
2017 Wisconsin Act 310
Against
Notification Date3/28/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
These punitive measures are ineffective and enormously expensive. Rather than locking people up longer, let’s invest that money in a strategy that improves outcomes for the community in the long term.
http://aclu-wi.org/story/testimony-criminal-justice-bills
Senate Bill 58
Relating to: carjacking offenses and providing criminal penalties.
Bill Text and History
2017 Wisconsin Act 311
3/28/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
Increasing penalties for crimes and imposing mandatory minimum sentences will do nothing to help individuals learn how to make better decisions or improve their lives going forward. These punitive measures are ineffective and enormously expensive.
http://aclu-wi.org/story/testimony-criminal-justice-bills
Relating to: carjacking offenses and providing criminal penalties.
Bill Text and History
2017 Wisconsin Act 311
Against
Notification Date3/28/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
Increasing penalties for crimes and imposing mandatory minimum sentences will do nothing to help individuals learn how to make better decisions or improve their lives going forward. These punitive measures are ineffective and enormously expensive.
http://aclu-wi.org/story/testimony-criminal-justice-bills
Senate Bill 59
Relating to: acts for which a juvenile may be placed in correctional placement or the Serious Juvenile Offender Program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
3/28/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
It is problematic to broaden the scope of violations for which children can be sent to Lincoln Hills and Copper Lake schools, particularly when the unlawful treatment of young people in those places has not been resolved.
http://aclu-wi.org/story/testimony-criminal-justice-bills
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 Date3/28/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
It is problematic to broaden the scope of violations for which children can be sent to Lincoln Hills and Copper Lake schools, particularly when the unlawful treatment of young people in those places has not been resolved.
http://aclu-wi.org/story/testimony-criminal-justice-bills
Senate Bill 107
Relating to: appointing delegates for a convention under Article V of the United States Constitution.
Bill Text and History
3/27/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
http://aclu-wi.org/story/testimony-constitutional-convention-package-bills
Relating to: appointing delegates for a convention under Article V of the United States Constitution.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date3/27/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
http://aclu-wi.org/story/testimony-constitutional-convention-package-bills
Senate Bill 250
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
10/11/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: 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 Date10/11/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 275
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
10/18/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The bill is fraught with constitutional and policy problems, and is both legally and fiscally irresponsible.
http://aclu-wi.org/issue/aclu-position-sb-275-and-ab-140
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 Date10/18/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The bill is fraught with constitutional and policy problems, and is both legally and fiscally irresponsible.
http://aclu-wi.org/issue/aclu-position-sb-275-and-ab-140
Senate Bill 279
Relating to: body cameras on law enforcement officers. (FE)
Bill Text and History
10/11/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
A main reason for making police videos in the first place is to provide an additional layer of public accountability. It is critical to not prevent the public from being able to access these by creating additional layers of government bureaucracy.
http://aclu-wi.org/story/police-body-camera-bill-problematic
Relating to: body cameras on law enforcement officers. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date10/11/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
A main reason for making police videos in the first place is to provide an additional layer of public accountability. It is critical to not prevent the public from being able to access these by creating additional layers of government bureaucracy.
http://aclu-wi.org/story/police-body-camera-bill-problematic
Senate Bill 351
Relating to: free speech at the University of Wisconsin and technical college systems and granting rule-making authority.
Bill Text and History
9/19/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: free speech at the University of Wisconsin and technical college systems and granting rule-making authority.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date9/19/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 393
Relating to: the treatment of a pregnant or postpartum person in prison and county jail. (FE)
Bill Text and History
10/30/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: the treatment of a pregnant or postpartum person in prison and county jail. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/30/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Joint Resolution 18
Relating to: application to Congress under the provisions of Article V of the Constitution of the United States for a convention for proposing amendments relating to a balanced budget.
Bill Text and History
3/27/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
In the entire history of our republic, a constitutional convention has never been convened, and with good reason. To do so is a radical act that places our entire Constitution at risk.
http://aclu-wi.org/story/testimony-constitutional-convention-package-bills
Relating to: application to Congress under the provisions of Article V of the Constitution of the United States for a convention for proposing amendments relating to a balanced budget.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date3/27/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
In the entire history of our republic, a constitutional convention has never been convened, and with good reason. To do so is a radical act that places our entire Constitution at risk.
http://aclu-wi.org/story/testimony-constitutional-convention-package-bills
Senate Joint Resolution 19
Relating to: rules and procedures for convening an Article V convention proposing amendments to the Constitution of the United States.
Bill Text and History
3/27/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
http://aclu-wi.org/story/testimony-constitutional-convention-package-bills
Relating to: rules and procedures for convening an Article V convention proposing amendments to the Constitution of the United States.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date3/27/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
http://aclu-wi.org/story/testimony-constitutional-convention-package-bills
Budget Bill Subjects
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Corrections: Adult Corrections
Corrections: Adult Corrections
Notification Date
2/8/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
2/8/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Employment Relations Commission
Employment Relations Commission
Notification Date
4/6/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
ACLU of Wisconsin Opposition to AB 64, §§ 1381-1383, 1457-1459. The ACLU urges legislators to preserve meaningful access to relief from employment discrimination by removing this pernicious – and entirely unnecessary - provision from the budget bill.
Supporting Documentation
20170406_20170405ACLUOppositiontoAB64.pdf
http://aclu-wi.org/story/testimony-proposed-changes-employment-law
4/6/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
ACLU of Wisconsin Opposition to AB 64, §§ 1381-1383, 1457-1459. The ACLU urges legislators to preserve meaningful access to relief from employment discrimination by removing this pernicious – and entirely unnecessary - provision from the budget bill.
Supporting Documentation
20170406_20170405ACLUOppositiontoAB64.pdf
http://aclu-wi.org/story/testimony-proposed-changes-employment-law
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB-0396 - Joint Legislative Council's Study Committee on the Use of Police Body Cameras
LRB-0396 - Joint Legislative Council's Study Committee on the Use of Police Body Cameras
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
11/19/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
11/19/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Whether or not Wisconsin National Guard troops should support family separation operations on the Mexican border.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Whether or not Wisconsin National Guard troops should support family separation operations on the Mexican border.
Whether or not Wisconsin National Guard troops should support family separation operations on the Mexican border.
Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
6/28/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
6/28/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate request for administrators of Wisconsin Elections Commission and Wisconsin Ethics Commission to step down.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Senate request for administrators of Wisconsin Elections Commission and Wisconsin Ethics Commission to step down.
Senate request for administrators of Wisconsin Elections Commission and Wisconsin Ethics Commission to step down.
Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
1/12/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
1/12/2018
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Criminal justice reform / Decarceration
Criminal justice reform / Decarceration
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
10/30/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
10/30/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
relating to possession of marijuana
relating to possession of marijuana
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
5/25/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
5/25/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Relating to body cameras on law enforcement officers
Relating to body cameras on law enforcement officers
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
5/11/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
5/11/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Improving conditions of confinement at Lincoln Hills School for Boys and Copper Lakes School for Girls.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Improving conditions of confinement at Lincoln Hills School for Boys and Copper Lakes School for Girls.
Improving conditions of confinement at Lincoln Hills School for Boys and Copper Lakes School for Girls.
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/31/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/31/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Legislation reforming civil asset forfeiture
Legislation reforming civil asset forfeiture
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/31/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/31/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
AN ACT to renumber and amend 66.0511 (2); and to create 66.0511 (2) (a), (b), (c), (d) and (e) and (4) of the statutes; relating to: law enforcement agency policies on the use of force.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
AN ACT to renumber and amend 66.0511 (2); and to create 66.0511 (2) (a), (b), (c), (d) and (e) and (4) of the statutes; relating to: law enforcement agency policies on the use of force.
AN ACT to renumber and amend 66.0511 (2); and to create 66.0511 (2) (a), (b), (c), (d) and (e) and (4) of the statutes; relating to: law enforcement agency policies on the use of force.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/31/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/31/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
forfeiture of property seized in relation to a crime, LRB-2148/P1
forfeiture of property seized in relation to a crime, LRB-2148/P1
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/27/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/27/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
criminal justice reform, policing, "Blue Lives Matter"
criminal justice reform, policing, "Blue Lives Matter"
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/27/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/27/2017
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Total Lobbying Effort
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Lobbying Expenditures | 2017 January - June $1,215.66 |
2017 July - December $1,384.13 |
2018 January - June $3,974.34 |
2018 July - December $5,070.38 |
Total $11,644.51 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2017 January - June 7.00 |
2017 July - December 13.75 |
2018 January - June 21.25 |
2018 July - December 40.25 |
Total 82.25 |
| Total Hours Other | 2017 January - June 15.00 |
2017 July - December 11.00 |
2018 January - June 44.50 |
2018 July - December 55.75 |
Total 126.25 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Relating to: mandatory reporting of child abuse and neglect by juvenile correctional officers.
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 5% |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: time limit on a restrictive custody sanction under the Serious Juvenile Offender Program. (FE)
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 5% |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: time limit on a restrictive custody sanction under the Serious Juvenile Offender Program. (FE)
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 5% |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: recommendation to revoke parole, probation, and extended supervision if a person is charged with a crime.
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 5% |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June 46% |
2018 July - December |
Total 15% |
Relating to: crimes subject to a mandatory minimum sentence. (FE)
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 5% |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: mandatory minimum incarceration period following illegal possession of a firearm.
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 5% |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: carjacking offenses and providing criminal penalties.
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 5% |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: acts for which a juvenile may be placed in correctional placement or the Serious Juvenile Offender Program. (FE)
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 5% |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: appointing delegates for a convention under Article V of the United States Constitution.
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 5% |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: application to Congress under the provisions of Article V of the Constitution of the United States for a convention for proposing amendments relating to a balanced budget.
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 5% |
2017 July - December 5% |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: rules and procedures for convening an Article V convention proposing amendments to the Constitution of the United States.
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 5% |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: expanding the definition of hate crime victims to include law enforcement officers.
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 10% |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: blocking a thoroughfare as part of a riot and providing a criminal penalty.
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December 5% |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: going armed with a firearm while participating in a riot and providing a criminal penalty.
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December 5% |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: legislative and congressional redistricting. (FE)
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December 10% |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: participation in a riot and providing a criminal penalty.
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December 10% |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: legislative and congressional redistricting. (FE)
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December 10% |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: free expression within the University of Wisconsin System, providing an exemption from rule-making procedures, and granting rule-making authority.
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December 10% |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: body cameras on law enforcement officers. (FE)
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December 15% |
2018 January - June 3% |
2018 July - December |
Total 3% |
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)
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December 20% |
2018 January - June 4% |
2018 July - December 13% |
Total 10% |
Relating to: state and local highway projects; expenditure of transportation moneys received from the federal government; determining a reduction in individual income tax rates; and election of pass-through entities to be taxed at the entity level. (FE)
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December 8% |
Total 4% |
Relating to: holding the presidential preference primary on the second Tuesday in March; applying for an absentee ballot in-person; and absentee ballots cast by overseas and military voters. (FE)
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December 8% |
Total 4% |
Relating to: federal government waivers and other requests for federal approval; public assistance programs; waivers from work search and registration requirements for certain unemployment insurance benefit claimants; granting rule-making authority; and making an appropriation. (FE)
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December 8% |
Total 4% |
Relating to: legislative power and duties, state agency and authority composition and operations, administrative rule-making process, federal government waivers and approvals, unemployment insurance work search and registration requirements, and making an appropriation. (FE)
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December 8% |
Total 4% |
Relating to: legislative powers and duties, state agency and authority composition and operations, and administrative rule-making process. (FE)
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December 10% |
Total 5% |
Budget Bill Subjects
No budget bill subjects found.
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
No administrative rulemaking proceedings found.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 5% |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total < 1% |
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 5% |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total < 1% |
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 10% |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total 1% |
AN ACT to renumber and amend 66.0511 (2); and to create 66.0511 (2) (a), (b), (c), (d) and (e) and (4) of the statutes; relating to: law enforcement agency policies on the use of force.
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June 10% |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total 1% |
Senate request for administrators of Wisconsin Elections Commission and Wisconsin Ethics Commission to step down.
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December 5% |
2018 January - June 21% |
2018 July - December |
Total 7% |
Whether or not Wisconsin National Guard troops should support family separation operations on the Mexican border.
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June 3% |
2018 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Improving conditions of confinement at Lincoln Hills School for Boys and Copper Lakes School for Girls.
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June 11% |
2018 July - December |
Total 3% |
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June 12% |
2018 July - December 30% |
Total 18% |
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 January - June |
2017 July - December |
2018 January - June |
2018 July - December 10% |
Total 5% |
Minor Efforts
(Time spent on matters each of which accounted for less than 10% of the organization's lobbying.)
Other Matters
No other matters found.