Wisconsin Council of Churches
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
The Wisconsin Council of Churches is a non-profit organization which represents 19 Protestant and Christian Orthodox denominations in Wisconsin, which include approximately 2000 congregations and almost one million church members.
Lobbying Interests:
Human services issues affecting low income families, criminal justice issues, church-state relations, the death penalty, gaming, and environmental concerns.
Title:
Coordinator for Public Policy
The Wisconsin Council of Churches is a non-profit organization which represents 19 Protestant and Christian Orthodox denominations in Wisconsin, which include approximately 2000 congregations and almost one million church members.
Lobbying Interests:
Human services issues affecting low income families, criminal justice issues, church-state relations, the death penalty, gaming, and environmental concerns.
Title:
Coordinator for Public Policy
Contact
PB
Peter Bakken
30 W. Mifflin Street, Suite 602
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 837-3108
(608) 837-3038
bakken@wichurches.org
http://www.wichurches.org
30 W. Mifflin Street, Suite 602
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 837-3108
(608) 837-3038
bakken@wichurches.org
http://www.wichurches.org
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
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Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 4
Relating to: increasing the maximum deduction under the individual income tax sliding scale standard deduction. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/14/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
Tax cuts should be part of the regular budget process, where changes in revenue can be weighed against funding needs. This bill does not help lower-income taxpayers, who have been hurt by cuts to the EITC and Homestead Credit.
https://www.wichurches.org/sitecontent/pdf_files/programs/StatementonEconomicJustice.pdf
Relating to: increasing the maximum deduction under the individual income tax sliding scale standard deduction. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date2/14/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
Tax cuts should be part of the regular budget process, where changes in revenue can be weighed against funding needs. This bill does not help lower-income taxpayers, who have been hurt by cuts to the EITC and Homestead Credit.
https://www.wichurches.org/sitecontent/pdf_files/programs/StatementonEconomicJustice.pdf
Assembly Bill 41
Relating to: prosecuting a person under the age of 18 with committing an act of prostitution.
Bill Text and History
11/11/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: prosecuting a person under the age of 18 with committing an act of prostitution.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date11/11/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 84
Relating to: imposing requirements related to school lunch and breakfast programs in certain schools. (FE)
Bill Text and History
3/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: imposing requirements related to school lunch and breakfast programs in certain schools. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 321
Relating to: setting standards for certain contaminants, providing information relating to off-site disposal of certain waste, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-maki...
Bill Text and History
1/30/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: setting standards for certain contaminants, providing information relating to off-site disposal of certain waste, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-maki...
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date1/30/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 334
Relating to: the possession of a firearm by a person who has committed a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
8/17/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: the possession of a firearm by a person who has committed a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date8/17/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 336
Relating to: waiting period for purchase of handguns.
Bill Text and History
7/25/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: waiting period for purchase of handguns.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date7/25/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 366
Relating to: sales and use tax exemption for the sale of gun safes. (FE)
Bill Text and History
8/14/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: sales and use tax exemption for the sale of gun safes. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date8/14/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 431
Relating to: sales and transfers of firearms and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
10/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Wisconsin Council of Churches commits itself to advocacy for legislation that keeps guns out of the hands of unstable or dangerous persons. Statement on Nonviolence 2002.
https://www.wichurches.org/sitecontent/pdf_files/programs/StatementonNonviolence.pdf
Relating to: sales and transfers of firearms and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Wisconsin Council of Churches commits itself to advocacy for legislation that keeps guns out of the hands of unstable or dangerous persons. Statement on Nonviolence 2002.
https://www.wichurches.org/sitecontent/pdf_files/programs/StatementonNonviolence.pdf
Assembly Bill 508
Relating to: housing and homelessness; workforce development; community action agencies; poverty reports; mental health; public assistance advisory committee; economic security; adverse childhood experiences reports; creating a nonrefundable individual inc...
Bill Text and History
10/22/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
We seek economic justice through efforts to reduce poverty, opportunities in all forms so as to ensure the full potential and dignity of each person, and community development programs. (2001 Economic Justice Statement.)
https://www.wichurches.org/sitecontent/pdf_files/programs/StatementonEconomicJustice.pdf
Relating to: housing and homelessness; workforce development; community action agencies; poverty reports; mental health; public assistance advisory committee; economic security; adverse childhood experiences reports; creating a nonrefundable individual inc...
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/22/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
We seek economic justice through efforts to reduce poverty, opportunities in all forms so as to ensure the full potential and dignity of each person, and community development programs. (2001 Economic Justice Statement.)
https://www.wichurches.org/sitecontent/pdf_files/programs/StatementonEconomicJustice.pdf
Assembly Bill 573
Relating to: extreme risk protection temporary restraining orders and injunctions and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
10/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Wisconsin Council of Churches commits itself to advocacy for legislation that keeps guns out of the hands of unstable or dangerous persons. Statement on Nonviolence 2002.
https://www.wichurches.org/sitecontent/pdf_files/programs/StatementonNonviolence.pdf
Relating to: extreme risk protection temporary restraining orders and injunctions and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Wisconsin Council of Churches commits itself to advocacy for legislation that keeps guns out of the hands of unstable or dangerous persons. Statement on Nonviolence 2002.
https://www.wichurches.org/sitecontent/pdf_files/programs/StatementonNonviolence.pdf
Assembly Bill 782
Relating to: minimum age to be eligible for a license to carry a concealed weapon.
Bill Text and History
1/29/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: minimum age to be eligible for a license to carry a concealed weapon.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date1/29/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 790
Relating to: county conservation staffing and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
1/30/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: county conservation staffing and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date1/30/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 794
Relating to: public notice and comment period for certain groundwater standards. (FE)
Bill Text and History
1/30/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: public notice and comment period for certain groundwater standards. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date1/30/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 816
Relating to: incorporating the Holocaust and other genocides into the state model social studies standards and requiring instruction on the Holocaust and other genocides. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/11/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: incorporating the Holocaust and other genocides into the state model social studies standards and requiring instruction on the Holocaust and other genocides. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/11/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 985
Relating to: possession of a firearm in a place of worship by a person who has a license to carry a concealed weapon.
Bill Text and History
3/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Supporting Documentation
20200303_SB822 Concealed Weapons in Places of Worship.pdf
https://www.wichurches.org/2020/02/19/study-guide-faith-gun-violence/
Relating to: possession of a firearm in a place of worship by a person who has a license to carry a concealed weapon.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date3/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Supporting Documentation
20200303_SB822 Concealed Weapons in Places of Worship.pdf
https://www.wichurches.org/2020/02/19/study-guide-faith-gun-violence/
Assembly Bill 1038
Relating to: state government response to the COVID-19 pandemic. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2019 Wisconsin Act 185
4/15/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
We support changes to Medicaid to access enhanced federal funding and submitting a waiver for MA flexibility, but are disappointed by lack of funding for health care workers, public health, food banks, or care for senior/persons with disabilities.
https://www.votervoice.net/WICOC/campaigns/73400/respond
Relating to: state government response to the COVID-19 pandemic. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2019 Wisconsin Act 185
Other
Notification Date4/15/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
We support changes to Medicaid to access enhanced federal funding and submitting a waiver for MA flexibility, but are disappointed by lack of funding for health care workers, public health, food banks, or care for senior/persons with disabilities.
https://www.votervoice.net/WICOC/campaigns/73400/respond
Assembly Joint Resolution 77
Relating to: convention of the States for one or more Constitutional amendments restraining abuses of power by the federal government.
Bill Text and History
2/28/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: convention of the States for one or more Constitutional amendments restraining abuses of power by the federal government.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date2/28/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 18
Relating to: increasing the maximum deduction under the individual income tax sliding scale standard deduction. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/14/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
Tax cuts should be part of the regular budget process, where changes in revenue can be weighed against funding needs. This bill does not help lower-income taxpayers, who have been hurt by cuts to the EITC and Homestead Credit.
https://www.wichurches.org/sitecontent/pdf_files/programs/StatementonEconomicJustice.pdf
Relating to: increasing the maximum deduction under the individual income tax sliding scale standard deduction. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date2/14/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
Tax cuts should be part of the regular budget process, where changes in revenue can be weighed against funding needs. This bill does not help lower-income taxpayers, who have been hurt by cuts to the EITC and Homestead Credit.
https://www.wichurches.org/sitecontent/pdf_files/programs/StatementonEconomicJustice.pdf
Senate Bill 49
Relating to: prosecuting a person under the age of 18 with committing an act of prostitution.
Bill Text and History
11/11/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: prosecuting a person under the age of 18 with committing an act of prostitution.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date11/11/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 302
Relating to: setting standards for certain contaminants, providing information relating to off-site disposal of certain waste, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-maki...
Bill Text and History
1/30/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: setting standards for certain contaminants, providing information relating to off-site disposal of certain waste, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-maki...
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date1/30/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 312
Relating to: waiting period for purchase of handguns.
Bill Text and History
7/25/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: waiting period for purchase of handguns.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date7/25/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 423
Relating to: lead testing of potable water sources in certain schools; providing loans for lead remediation in certain schools; and providing an exception to referendum restrictions for lead remediation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
1/30/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: lead testing of potable water sources in certain schools; providing loans for lead remediation in certain schools; and providing an exception to referendum restrictions for lead remediation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date1/30/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 424
Relating to: testing for lead in drinking water in facilities used for recreational and educational camps and child care. (FE)
Bill Text and History
1/30/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
We strongly support protecting children from lead toxicity, but day care and camp facilities must receive public financial assistance to enable them to undertake the testing and remediation required.
Relating to: testing for lead in drinking water in facilities used for recreational and educational camps and child care. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date1/30/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
We strongly support protecting children from lead toxicity, but day care and camp facilities must receive public financial assistance to enable them to undertake the testing and remediation required.
Senate Bill 467
Relating to: housing and homelessness; workforce development; community action agencies; poverty reports; mental health; public assistance advisory committee; economic security; adverse childhood experiences reports; creating a nonrefundable individual inc...
Bill Text and History
10/22/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
We seek economic justice through efforts to reduce poverty, opportunities in all forms so as to ensure the full potential and dignity of each person, and community development programs. (2001 Economic Justice Statement.)
https://www.wichurches.org/sitecontent/pdf_files/programs/StatementonEconomicJustice.pdf
Relating to: housing and homelessness; workforce development; community action agencies; poverty reports; mental health; public assistance advisory committee; economic security; adverse childhood experiences reports; creating a nonrefundable individual inc...
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/22/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
We seek economic justice through efforts to reduce poverty, opportunities in all forms so as to ensure the full potential and dignity of each person, and community development programs. (2001 Economic Justice Statement.)
https://www.wichurches.org/sitecontent/pdf_files/programs/StatementonEconomicJustice.pdf
Senate Bill 530
Relating to: extreme risk protection temporary restraining orders and injunctions and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
10/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Wisconsin Council of Churches commits itself to advocacy for legislation that keeps guns out of the hands of unstable or dangerous persons. Statement on Nonviolence 2002.
https://www.wichurches.org/sitecontent/pdf_files/programs/StatementonNonviolence.pdf
Relating to: extreme risk protection temporary restraining orders and injunctions and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/28/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Wisconsin Council of Churches commits itself to advocacy for legislation that keeps guns out of the hands of unstable or dangerous persons. Statement on Nonviolence 2002.
https://www.wichurches.org/sitecontent/pdf_files/programs/StatementonNonviolence.pdf
Senate Bill 572
Relating to: sales and transfers of firearms and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
12/2/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Wisconsin Council of Churches commits itself to advocate for legislation that keeps guns out of the hands of unstable or dangerous persons. (Statement on Nonviolence, 2002)
https://www.wichurches.org/resources/addressing-gun-violence/
Relating to: sales and transfers of firearms and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date12/2/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
The Wisconsin Council of Churches commits itself to advocate for legislation that keeps guns out of the hands of unstable or dangerous persons. (Statement on Nonviolence, 2002)
https://www.wichurches.org/resources/addressing-gun-violence/
Senate Bill 708
Relating to: public notice and comment period for certain groundwater standards. (FE)
Bill Text and History
1/30/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
This bill would undermine the scientific integrity of the existing process for setting water pollution standards.
Relating to: public notice and comment period for certain groundwater standards. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date1/30/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
This bill would undermine the scientific integrity of the existing process for setting water pollution standards.
Senate Bill 723
Relating to: county conservation staffing and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
1/30/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: county conservation staffing and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date1/30/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 744
Relating to: incorporating the Holocaust and other genocides into the state model social studies standards and requiring instruction on the Holocaust and other genocides. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/11/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: incorporating the Holocaust and other genocides into the state model social studies standards and requiring instruction on the Holocaust and other genocides. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/11/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 822
Relating to: possession of a firearm in a place of worship by a person who has a license to carry a concealed weapon.
Bill Text and History
2/20/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Supporting Documentation
20200220_SB822 Concealed Weapons in Places of Worship.pdf
https://www.wichurches.org/2020/02/19/study-guide-faith-gun-violence/
Relating to: possession of a firearm in a place of worship by a person who has a license to carry a concealed weapon.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date2/20/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Supporting Documentation
20200220_SB822 Concealed Weapons in Places of Worship.pdf
https://www.wichurches.org/2020/02/19/study-guide-faith-gun-violence/
Senate Joint Resolution 57
Relating to: convention of the States for one or more Constitutional amendments restraining abuses of power by the federal government.
Bill Text and History
2/28/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: convention of the States for one or more Constitutional amendments restraining abuses of power by the federal government.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date2/28/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Budget Bill Subjects
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Children and Families: Departmentwide
Children and Families: Departmentwide
Notification Date
3/19/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
3/19/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Children and Families: Economic Support
Children and Families: Economic Support
Notification Date
3/19/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
3/19/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Environmental Improvement Program
Environmental Improvement Program
Notification Date
3/19/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
3/19/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
General Fund Taxes: Income and Franchise Taxes
General Fund Taxes: Income and Franchise Taxes
Notification Date
5/9/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
5/9/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Health Services: Medicaid Services
Health Services: Medicaid Services
Notification Date
3/19/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
3/19/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Transportation: Motor Vehicle Services and Enforcement
Transportation: Motor Vehicle Services and Enforcement
Notification Date
3/19/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
3/19/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Policing Accountability and Transparency
Policing Accountability and Transparency
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/23/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The 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
1/23/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The 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
Protection of voting rights
Protection of voting rights
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/22/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/22/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
COVID-19 response, relief and recovery policies
COVID-19 response, relief and recovery policies
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
6/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
6/3/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Holocaust education
Holocaust education
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/29/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/29/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Increasing the use of renewable energy
Increasing the use of renewable energy
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
7/25/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
7/25/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Increasing the use of energy efficiency
Increasing the use of energy efficiency
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
7/25/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
7/25/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Addressing climate change in Wisconsin
Addressing climate change in Wisconsin
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
7/25/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
7/25/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Omnibus legislation to address multiple aspects of poverty, including: housing stability, workforce development, income supports, transportation, mental health, and household and dependent care services.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Omnibus legislation to address multiple aspects of poverty, including: housing stability, workforce development, income supports, transportation, mental health, and household and dependent care services.
Omnibus legislation to address multiple aspects of poverty, including: housing stability, workforce development, income supports, transportation, mental health, and household and dependent care services.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
6/25/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
@item.ExternalURL
Legislative matter
Notification Date
6/25/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
@item.ExternalURL
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
The statute of limitations for sexual contact with a child
The statute of limitations for sexual contact with a child
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
4/23/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
4/23/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
The mandated clergy reporting of child abuse
The mandated clergy reporting of child abuse
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
4/22/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
4/22/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Legislation to track and address child poverty in Wisconsin
Legislation to track and address child poverty in Wisconsin
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
2/7/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
2/7/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Increasing and expanding the Earned Income Tax Credit
Increasing and expanding the Earned Income Tax Credit
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
2/7/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
2/7/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Increased funding for Wisconsin Safe and Healthy Schools Center
Increased funding for Wisconsin Safe and Healthy Schools Center
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/7/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/7/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Require schools to conduct safety/security site assessment every three years
Require schools to conduct safety/security site assessment every three years
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/7/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/7/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Increased funding for school violence prevention efforts
Increased funding for school violence prevention efforts
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/7/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/7/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Magazine capacity limits
Magazine capacity limits
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/7/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/7/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Violent misdemeanor purchase and possession prohibitions
Violent misdemeanor purchase and possession prohibitions
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/7/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/7/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Lethal violence protective orders
Lethal violence protective orders
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/7/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/7/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Child care reimbursement rates in Wisconsin Shares
Child care reimbursement rates in Wisconsin Shares
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/7/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/7/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Raise the age of Juvenile Court jurisdiction
Raise the age of Juvenile Court jurisdiction
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/7/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/7/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Creation of a state paid family and medical leave insurance fund
Creation of a state paid family and medical leave insurance fund
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/7/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/7/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Funding for expanded school mental health staff and training
Funding for expanded school mental health staff and training
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/7/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/7/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Ownership, transfer and sale of firearms
Ownership, transfer and sale of firearms
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/7/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Supporting Documentation
20170126_StatementonNonviolence.pdf
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/7/2019
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Supporting Documentation
20170126_StatementonNonviolence.pdf
Total Lobbying Effort
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Lobbying Expenditures | 2019 January - June $8,564.28 |
2019 July - December $2,701.59 |
2020 January - June $7,253.30 |
2020 July - December $3,224.79 |
Total $21,743.96 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2019 January - June 4.00 |
2019 July - December 4.00 |
2020 January - June 0.50 |
2020 July - December 2.00 |
Total 10.50 |
| Total Hours Other | 2019 January - June 149.75 |
2019 July - December 35.75 |
2020 January - June 43.50 |
2020 July - December 55.25 |
Total 284.25 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Relating to: sales and transfers of firearms and providing a penalty. (FE)
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 20% |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total 3% |
Relating to: extreme risk protection temporary restraining orders and injunctions and providing a penalty. (FE)
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 28% |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total 4% |
Relating to: housing and homelessness; workforce development; community action agencies; poverty reports; mental health; public assistance advisory committee; economic security; adverse childhood experiences reports; creating a nonrefundable individual income tax credit for household and dependent care services; reimbursement for nonemergency medical transportation services; urban mass transit aid; and making an appropriation. (FE)
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June 14% |
2020 July - December |
Total 2% |
Relating to: state government response to the COVID-19 pandemic. (FE)
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June 19% |
2020 July - December |
Total 3% |
Relating to: possession of a firearm in a place of worship by a person who has a license to carry a concealed weapon.
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June 21% |
2020 July - December |
Total 3% |
Budget Bill Subjects
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June 12% |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total 6% |
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June 12% |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total 6% |
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June 21% |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total 11% |
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June 43% |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total 22% |
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
No administrative rulemaking proceedings found.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 17% |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total 2% |
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 17% |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total 2% |
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June 18% |
2020 July - December 86% |
Total 19% |
Minor Efforts
(Time spent on matters each of which accounted for less than 10% of the organization's lobbying.)
Other Matters
Includes time spent on:
- Gubernatorial nominations
- Matters on which the organization made no lobbying communication