Wisconsin Occupational Therapy Association
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
Persons who are Occupational Therapy Professionals
Lobbying Interests:
Issues affecting persons with disabilities, Medicaid reimbursement, health profession scope of practice, professional licensing, professional education.
CEO Name:
Laura Kocum
Persons who are Occupational Therapy Professionals
Lobbying Interests:
Issues affecting persons with disabilities, Medicaid reimbursement, health profession scope of practice, professional licensing, professional education.
CEO Name:
Laura Kocum
Contact
JW
Jeanne Welch
16 N Carroll St., Suite 600
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 819-0150
info@thewelchgroup.org
http://www.WOTA.net
16 N Carroll St., Suite 600
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 819-0150
info@thewelchgroup.org
http://www.WOTA.net
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samantha Stohlman | Exclusive Duties No | Authorized On 12/14/2020 | Withdrawn On 5/31/2022 |
| Robert Welch | Exclusive Duties No | Authorized On 12/14/2020 | Withdrawn On N/A |
| Jim Steineke | Exclusive Duties No | Authorized On 12/1/2022 | Withdrawn On N/A |
Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 1
Relating to: state government actions to address the COVID-19 pandemic, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
1/5/2021
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.
Relating to: state government actions to address the COVID-19 pandemic, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date1/5/2021
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.
Assembly Bill 116
Relating to: reimbursement of wheelchairs and power mobility devices for recipients of Medical Assistance who reside in a nursing home. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/25/2021
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.
Relating to: reimbursement of wheelchairs and power mobility devices for recipients of Medical Assistance who reside in a nursing home. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/25/2021
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.
Assembly Bill 125
Relating to: regulation of physician assistants, creating a Physician Assistant Affiliated Credentialing Board, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-making authority, a...
Bill Text and History
2021 Wisconsin Act 23
3/18/2021
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.
Relating to: regulation of physician assistants, creating a Physician Assistant Affiliated Credentialing Board, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-making authority, a...
Bill Text and History
2021 Wisconsin Act 23
For
Notification Date3/18/2021
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.
Assembly Bill 217
Relating to: allowing the Department of Safety and Professional Services and credentialing boards to grant credentials with provisional status, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, a...
Bill Text and History
11/18/2021
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.
Relating to: allowing the Department of Safety and Professional Services and credentialing boards to grant credentials with provisional status, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, a...
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date11/18/2021
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.
Assembly Bill 259
Relating to: coverage of telehealth services.
Bill Text and History
8/6/2021
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.
Relating to: coverage of telehealth services.
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date8/6/2021
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.
Assembly Bill 296
Relating to: funding for free and charitable clinics and defining telehealth. (FE)
Bill Text and History
5/14/2021
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.
Relating to: funding for free and charitable clinics and defining telehealth. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date5/14/2021
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.
Assembly Bill 315
Relating to: the practice of athletic training.
Bill Text and History
5/18/2021
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.
Relating to: the practice of athletic training.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date5/18/2021
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.
Assembly Bill 410
Relating to: ratification of the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
7/9/2021
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.
Relating to: ratification of the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date7/9/2021
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.
Assembly Bill 434
Relating to: hunting and fishing approvals for persons with disabilities. (FE)
Bill Text and History
7/9/2021
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.
Relating to: hunting and fishing approvals for persons with disabilities. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date7/9/2021
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.
Assembly Bill 574
Relating to: the sales tax exemption for entertainment admission sales by nonprofit organizations. (FE)
Bill Text and History
10/18/2021
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.
Relating to: the sales tax exemption for entertainment admission sales by nonprofit organizations. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/18/2021
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.
Assembly Bill 718
Relating to: prohibiting certain practices relating to insurance coverage of clinician-administered drugs.
Bill Text and History
12/21/2021
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.
Relating to: prohibiting certain practices relating to insurance coverage of clinician-administered drugs.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date12/21/2021
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.
Assembly Bill 729
Relating to: modifying administrative rules related to home health agencies.
Bill Text and History
12/3/2021
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.
Relating to: modifying administrative rules related to home health agencies.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date12/3/2021
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.
Assembly Bill 765
Relating to: modifying and creating administrative rules to require reimbursement for group physical therapy under the Medical Assistance program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2021 Wisconsin Act 225
1/20/2022
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The 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: modifying and creating administrative rules to require reimbursement for group physical therapy under the Medical Assistance program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2021 Wisconsin Act 225
For
Notification Date1/20/2022
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The 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 960
Relating to: battery or threat to a health care provider or staff member of a health care facility and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
2021 Wisconsin Act 209
2/9/2022
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The 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: battery or threat to a health care provider or staff member of a health care facility and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
2021 Wisconsin Act 209
For
Notification Date2/9/2022
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The 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 103
Relating to: reimbursement of wheelchairs and power mobility devices for recipients of Medical Assistance who reside in a nursing home. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2021 Wisconsin Act 88
2/19/2021
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.
Relating to: reimbursement of wheelchairs and power mobility devices for recipients of Medical Assistance who reside in a nursing home. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2021 Wisconsin Act 88
For
Notification Date2/19/2021
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.
Senate Bill 184
Relating to: regulation of physician assistants, creating a Physician Assistant Affiliated Credentialing Board, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-making authority, a...
Bill Text and History
3/18/2021
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.
Relating to: regulation of physician assistants, creating a Physician Assistant Affiliated Credentialing Board, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-making authority, a...
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/18/2021
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.
Senate Bill 232
Relating to: allowing the Department of Safety and Professional Services and credentialing boards to grant credentials with provisional status, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, a...
Bill Text and History
11/18/2021
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.
Relating to: allowing the Department of Safety and Professional Services and credentialing boards to grant credentials with provisional status, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, a...
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date11/18/2021
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.
Senate Bill 306
Relating to: coverage of telehealth services.
Bill Text and History
5/14/2021
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.
Relating to: coverage of telehealth services.
Bill Text and History
None
Notification Date5/14/2021
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.
Senate Bill 329
Relating to: the practice of athletic training.
Bill Text and History
2021 Wisconsin Act 71
5/18/2021
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.
Relating to: the practice of athletic training.
Bill Text and History
2021 Wisconsin Act 71
Against
Notification Date5/18/2021
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.
Senate Bill 412
Relating to: ratification of the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2021 Wisconsin Act 123
6/17/2021
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.
Relating to: ratification of the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2021 Wisconsin Act 123
For
Notification Date6/17/2021
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.
Senate Bill 438
Relating to: hunting and fishing approvals for persons with disabilities. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/28/2021
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.
Relating to: hunting and fishing approvals for persons with disabilities. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/28/2021
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.
Senate Bill 700
Relating to: modifying administrative rules related to home health agencies.
Bill Text and History
12/3/2021
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.
Relating to: modifying administrative rules related to home health agencies.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date12/3/2021
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.
Senate Bill 737
Relating to: modifying and creating administrative rules to require reimbursement for group physical therapy under the Medical Assistance program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/9/2022
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The 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: modifying and creating administrative rules to require reimbursement for group physical therapy under the Medical Assistance program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/9/2022
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 753
Relating to: prohibiting certain practices relating to insurance coverage of clinician-administered drugs.
Bill Text and History
12/21/2021
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.
Relating to: prohibiting certain practices relating to insurance coverage of clinician-administered drugs.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date12/21/2021
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.
Budget Bill Subjects
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Health Services: Medicaid Services
Health Services: Medicaid Services
Notification Date
3/1/2021
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.
3/1/2021
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.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Insurance: Departmentwide
Insurance: Departmentwide
Notification Date
3/1/2021
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.
3/1/2021
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.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
2023-25 State Budget
2023-25 State Budget
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
6/25/2022
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
6/25/2022
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Regulation of occupational therapists.
Regulation of occupational therapists.
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/13/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/13/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Regulations related to Medicaid reimbursement.
Regulations related to Medicaid reimbursement.
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/13/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/13/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
All matters related to funding and regulatory changes in response to COVID 19
All matters related to funding and regulatory changes in response to COVID 19
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/13/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/13/2020
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Total Lobbying Effort
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Lobbying Expenditures | 2021 January - June $15,000.00 |
2021 July - December $12,000.00 |
2022 January - June $12,000.00 |
2022 July - December $6,000.00 |
Total $45,000.00 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2021 January - June 33.00 |
2021 July - December 3.00 |
2022 January - June 19.50 |
2022 July - December 12.00 |
Total 67.50 |
| Total Hours Other | 2021 January - June 5.00 |
2021 July - December 18.00 |
2022 January - June 22.50 |
2022 July - December 12.50 |
Total 58.00 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Relating to: ratification of the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June 10% |
2021 July - December 30% |
2022 January - June 20% |
2022 July - December |
Total 14% |
Relating to: ratification of the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June 20% |
2021 July - December 40% |
2022 January - June 20% |
2022 July - December |
Total 19% |
Budget Bill Subjects
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June 10% |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total 3% |
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June 20% |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total 6% |
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
No administrative rulemaking proceedings found.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June 10% |
2021 July - December 10% |
2022 January - June 30% |
2022 July - December 80% |
Total 30% |
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June 10% |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total 3% |
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June 10% |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total 3% |
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June 20% |
2022 July - December |
Total 7% |
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.