Wisconsin Council of Religious and Independent Schools
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
WCRIS seeks equitable access to educational opportunities; ensures that public policies advance fairness and justice for our students; defends the right of K-12 parents to select the best educational option for their children; defends the right of religious and independent K-12 schools to pursue their unique missions; facilitates communication and collaboration between our member schools, their leaders, policy makers and state agencies, and the communities we serve; provides leadership training opportunities for private school staff and facilitates opportunities to celebrate educational quality in private K-12 schools.
Lobbying Interests:
All K-12 education policies that effect religious and independent schools, their students, staff, parents, and leadership councils and sponsoring entities. Issues include, but are not limited to: student transportation; school safety; education funding; teacher licensure; school vaccinations; private school governance, and the general freedom to operate based on our schools unique and diverse missions.
Title:
Executive Director
WCRIS seeks equitable access to educational opportunities; ensures that public policies advance fairness and justice for our students; defends the right of K-12 parents to select the best educational option for their children; defends the right of religious and independent K-12 schools to pursue their unique missions; facilitates communication and collaboration between our member schools, their leaders, policy makers and state agencies, and the communities we serve; provides leadership training opportunities for private school staff and facilitates opportunities to celebrate educational quality in private K-12 schools.
Lobbying Interests:
All K-12 education policies that effect religious and independent schools, their students, staff, parents, and leadership councils and sponsoring entities. Issues include, but are not limited to: student transportation; school safety; education funding; teacher licensure; school vaccinations; private school governance, and the general freedom to operate based on our schools unique and diverse missions.
Title:
Executive Director
Contact
SLS
Sharon L. Schmeling
110 E Main Street, Suite 802
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 287-1224
Sschmeling@wcris.org
http://www.wcris.org
110 E Main Street, Suite 802
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 287-1224
Sschmeling@wcris.org
http://www.wcris.org
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharon L Schmeling | Exclusive Duties No | Authorized On 12/22/2020 | 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
1/29/2021
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 Date1/29/2021
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 59
Relating to: applications for the full-time open enrollment program in the 2020-21 and 2021-22 school years and the family income requirement for the Wisconsin Parental Choice Program in the 2021-22 school year. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/15/2021
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.
Comments
We support adjusting the family income requirement for the WPCP so more poor parents have the ability to access an education they believe best serves their children. It should cover all school years. We take no position on Open Enrollment provisions.
Relating to: applications for the full-time open enrollment program in the 2020-21 and 2021-22 school years and the family income requirement for the Wisconsin Parental Choice Program in the 2021-22 school year. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/15/2021
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.
Comments
We support adjusting the family income requirement for the WPCP so more poor parents have the ability to access an education they believe best serves their children. It should cover all school years. We take no position on Open Enrollment provisions.
Assembly Bill 122
Relating to: microschools. (FE)
Bill Text and History
3/15/2021
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: microschools. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date3/15/2021
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 160
Relating to: transportation to a private school during the 2020-21 school year for pupils who reside in a first class city school district. (FE)
Bill Text and History
3/15/2021
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: transportation to a private school during the 2020-21 school year for pupils who reside in a first class city school district. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/15/2021
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 254
Relating to: changes to the electronic waste recycling program and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
4/22/2021
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: changes to the electronic waste recycling program and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date4/22/2021
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 261
Relating to: the department of public instruction's waiver authority related to parental choice programs, the Special Needs Scholarship Program, and independent charter schools.
Bill Text and History
4/21/2021
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.
Comments
Waiver authority should continue through the Fall 2021 term, making the end date 12/31/21 instead of October because much is uncertain for schools about the Pandemic in fall/winter. DPI needs flexibility to allow schools to pivot.
Relating to: the department of public instruction's waiver authority related to parental choice programs, the Special Needs Scholarship Program, and independent charter schools.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date4/21/2021
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.
Comments
Waiver authority should continue through the Fall 2021 term, making the end date 12/31/21 instead of October because much is uncertain for schools about the Pandemic in fall/winter. DPI needs flexibility to allow schools to pivot.
Assembly Bill 482
Relating to: grants to schools to provide critical incident mapping data to law enforcement agencies. (FE)
Bill Text and History
8/25/2021
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: grants to schools to provide critical incident mapping data to law enforcement agencies. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date8/25/2021
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 561
Relating to: requiring school boards to report information regarding credit recovery courses. (FE)
Bill Text and History
9/20/2021
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.
Comments
Private schools receive no money to comply with this new mandate & lack the administrative staff for this time consuming task that will necessarily require deciphering DPI Administrative rules & definitions for "credit loss & recovery," and the like.
Relating to: requiring school boards to report information regarding credit recovery courses. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date9/20/2021
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.
Comments
Private schools receive no money to comply with this new mandate & lack the administrative staff for this time consuming task that will necessarily require deciphering DPI Administrative rules & definitions for "credit loss & recovery," and the like.
Assembly Bill 563
Relating to: required instruction in civic education in the elementary and high school grades; high school graduation requirements; and requiring the exercise of rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
9/16/2021
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.
Comments
We object to the inclusion of all private schools. It's unnecessary government intrusion. National research published in The Hill in May 2020 shows private school students outperform public school students in civics education.
Relating to: required instruction in civic education in the elementary and high school grades; high school graduation requirements; and requiring the exercise of rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date9/16/2021
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.
Comments
We object to the inclusion of all private schools. It's unnecessary government intrusion. National research published in The Hill in May 2020 shows private school students outperform public school students in civics education.
Assembly Bill 564
Relating to: reports concerning state agency expenditure of federal coronavirus relief funds and allocating federal American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 funding for grants to school districts, independent charter schools, and private schools for mental health ...
Bill Text and History
9/20/2021
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.
Comments
The federal Emergency Aid to Nonpublic Schools provides funding for 12 allowable uses. Mental health programs are not included. Private school students and staff have experienced Pandemic related mental health problems and are in need of support.
Relating to: reports concerning state agency expenditure of federal coronavirus relief funds and allocating federal American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 funding for grants to school districts, independent charter schools, and private schools for mental health ...
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date9/20/2021
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.
Comments
The federal Emergency Aid to Nonpublic Schools provides funding for 12 allowable uses. Mental health programs are not included. Private school students and staff have experienced Pandemic related mental health problems and are in need of support.
Assembly Bill 617
Relating to: early admission to kindergarten and first grade at a private school participating in a parental choice program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
10/25/2021
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: early admission to kindergarten and first grade at a private school participating in a parental choice program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/25/2021
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 621
Relating to: the prior year pupil attendance requirement to participate in the Racine Parental Choice Program or the statewide parental choice program and allowing a pupil who changes residence to transfer from the Racine Parental Choice Program or Milwauk...
Bill Text and History
10/25/2021
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: the prior year pupil attendance requirement to participate in the Racine Parental Choice Program or the statewide parental choice program and allowing a pupil who changes residence to transfer from the Racine Parental Choice Program or Milwauk...
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/25/2021
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 893
Relating to: grants to support the teaching of college courses in high schools. (FE)
Bill Text and History
1/31/2022
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: grants to support the teaching of college courses in high schools. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date1/31/2022
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 970
Relating to: eliminating income limits for parental choice programs; eliminating pupil participation limits for the statewide parental choice program; private school tuition charged to a pupil participating in a parental choice program; and creating an edu...
Bill Text and History
2/16/2022
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: eliminating income limits for parental choice programs; eliminating pupil participation limits for the statewide parental choice program; private school tuition charged to a pupil participating in a parental choice program; and creating an edu...
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/16/2022
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 971
Relating to: promotion of pupils from the third grade to the fourth grade based on passage of the standardized reading test; reading readiness assessments in public schools; grants to increase licensure of reading teachers; sunsetting the Achievement Gap R...
Bill Text and History
2/16/2022
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.
Comments
Elimiinates the parent opt out for testing K-3 kids in choice schools; makes it harder for choice schools to promote kids from the 3-4 grade. Choice schools already have too many burdensome regulations to follow when the voucher doesn't cover costs.
Relating to: promotion of pupils from the third grade to the fourth grade based on passage of the standardized reading test; reading readiness assessments in public schools; grants to increase licensure of reading teachers; sunsetting the Achievement Gap R...
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date2/16/2022
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.
Comments
Elimiinates the parent opt out for testing K-3 kids in choice schools; makes it harder for choice schools to promote kids from the 3-4 grade. Choice schools already have too many burdensome regulations to follow when the voucher doesn't cover costs.
Assembly Bill 975
Relating to: substitute teacher permits issued by the Department of Public Instruction. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2021 Wisconsin Act 236
2/16/2022
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: substitute teacher permits issued by the Department of Public Instruction. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2021 Wisconsin Act 236
For
Notification Date2/16/2022
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 41
Relating to: applications for the full-time open enrollment program in the 2020-21 and 2021-22 school years and the family income requirement for the Wisconsin Parental Choice Program in the 2021-22 school year. (FE)
Bill Text and History
1/29/2021
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: applications for the full-time open enrollment program in the 2020-21 and 2021-22 school years and the family income requirement for the Wisconsin Parental Choice Program in the 2021-22 school year. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date1/29/2021
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 201
Relating to: microschools. (FE)
Bill Text and History
3/15/2021
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: microschools. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date3/15/2021
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 221
Relating to: transportation to a private school during the 2020-21 school year for pupils who reside in a first class city school district. (FE)
Bill Text and History
4/21/2021
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: transportation to a private school during the 2020-21 school year for pupils who reside in a first class city school district. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date4/21/2021
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.
Senate Bill 248
Relating to: changes to the electronic waste recycling program and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2021 Wisconsin Act 79
4/22/2021
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: changes to the electronic waste recycling program and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2021 Wisconsin Act 79
For
Notification Date4/22/2021
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 302
Relating to: the department of public instruction's waiver authority related to parental choice programs, the Special Needs Scholarship Program, and independent charter schools.
Bill Text and History
2021 Wisconsin Act 56
4/21/2021
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.
Comments
Waiver authority should continue through the Fall 2021 term, expiring 12/31/21, instead of October. Schools don't know what the fall/winter will be like given the Pandemic. DPI needs flexibility to allow schools to pivot.
Relating to: the department of public instruction's waiver authority related to parental choice programs, the Special Needs Scholarship Program, and independent charter schools.
Bill Text and History
2021 Wisconsin Act 56
For
Notification Date4/21/2021
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.
Comments
Waiver authority should continue through the Fall 2021 term, expiring 12/31/21, instead of October. Schools don't know what the fall/winter will be like given the Pandemic. DPI needs flexibility to allow schools to pivot.
Senate Bill 431
Relating to: incorporating cursive writing into the state model English language arts standards and requiring cursive writing in elementary grades. (FE)
Bill Text and History
9/10/2021
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: incorporating cursive writing into the state model English language arts standards and requiring cursive writing in elementary grades. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date9/10/2021
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 449
Relating to: grants to schools to provide critical incident mapping data to law enforcement agencies. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2021 Wisconsin Act 109
8/25/2021
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: grants to schools to provide critical incident mapping data to law enforcement agencies. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2021 Wisconsin Act 109
For
Notification Date8/25/2021
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.
Senate Bill 597
Relating to: early admission to kindergarten and first grade at a private school participating in a parental choice program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
10/13/2021
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: early admission to kindergarten and first grade at a private school participating in a parental choice program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/13/2021
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 608
Relating to: the prior year pupil attendance requirement to participate in the Racine Parental Choice Program or the statewide parental choice program and allowing a pupil who changes residence to transfer from the Racine Parental Choice Program or Milwauk...
Bill Text and History
10/13/2021
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 prior year pupil attendance requirement to participate in the Racine Parental Choice Program or the statewide parental choice program and allowing a pupil who changes residence to transfer from the Racine Parental Choice Program or Milwauk...
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/13/2021
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 833
Relating to: grants to support the teaching of college courses in high schools. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2021 Wisconsin Act 217
2/22/2022
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: grants to support the teaching of college courses in high schools. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2021 Wisconsin Act 217
For
Notification Date2/22/2022
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 974
Relating to: eliminating income limits for parental choice programs; eliminating pupil participation limits for the statewide parental choice program; private school tuition charged to a pupil participating in a parental choice program; and creating an edu...
Bill Text and History
2/22/2022
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: eliminating income limits for parental choice programs; eliminating pupil participation limits for the statewide parental choice program; private school tuition charged to a pupil participating in a parental choice program; and creating an edu...
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/22/2022
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.
Budget Bill Subjects
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Children and Families: Children and Family Services
Children and Families: Children and Family Services
Notification Date
2/20/2021
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.
2/20/2021
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
Public Instruction: Aids to Libraries, Individuals and Organizations
Public Instruction: Aids to Libraries, Individuals and Organizations
Notification Date
2/20/2021
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.
2/20/2021
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
Public Instruction: Departmentwide
Public Instruction: Departmentwide
Notification Date
2/20/2021
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.
2/20/2021
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
Public Instruction: Educational Leadership
Public Instruction: Educational Leadership
Notification Date
2/20/2021
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.
2/20/2021
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
Revenue: Collection of Taxes
Revenue: Collection of Taxes
Notification Date
2/20/2021
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.
2/20/2021
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.
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
Agency Name
Department of Public Instruction (PI)
Subject
Changes to criteria relating to specific learning disabilities
SS 133_20
4/21/2021
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.
Comments
We are generally supportive but we are concerned about language changes related to IEP's because they could alter eligibility for the SNSP.
Department of Public Instruction (PI)
Subject
Changes to criteria relating to specific learning disabilities
SS 133_20
Other
Notification Date4/21/2021
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.
Comments
We are generally supportive but we are concerned about language changes related to IEP's because they could alter eligibility for the SNSP.
Agency Name
Department of Public Instruction (PI)
Subject
Parental Choice and Special Needs Scholarship Programs offsetting revenue
SS 007_21
1/22/2021
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.
Department of Public Instruction (PI)
Subject
Parental Choice and Special Needs Scholarship Programs offsetting revenue
SS 007_21
For
Notification Date1/22/2021
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.
Agency Name
Department of Public Instruction (PI)
Subject
Specific learning disability evaluations in and homeschool and private school settings
SS 086_21
10/25/2021
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.
Department of Public Instruction (PI)
Subject
Specific learning disability evaluations in and homeschool and private school settings
SS 086_21
For
Notification Date10/25/2021
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.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
student, staff and building safety
student, staff and building safety
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
7/20/2022
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
7/20/2022
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal 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
parental choice programs
parental choice programs
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
7/20/2022
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
7/20/2022
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
exempting school library staff, educators and boards from litigation and prosecution for possession of obscene material with intent to distribute to minors.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
exempting school library staff, educators and boards from litigation and prosecution for possession of obscene material with intent to distribute to minors.
exempting school library staff, educators and boards from litigation and prosecution for possession of obscene material with intent to distribute to minors.
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
5/10/2022
First Communication Date
5/6/2022
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
5/10/2022
First Communication Date
5/6/2022
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
sales tax exemptions affecting non-profit organizations
sales tax exemptions affecting non-profit organizations
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
8/26/2021
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
8/26/2021
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
school breakfast and lunch funding in the 2021-23 state budget
school breakfast and lunch funding in the 2021-23 state budget
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
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
Education topics related to parental choice programs
Education topics related to parental choice programs
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
school busing and transportation services for private school students
school busing and transportation services for private school students
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
Budget Bill treatment of school accountability
Budget Bill treatment of school accountability
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
tax deduction for K-12 educational expenses
tax deduction for K-12 educational expenses
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
12/21/2020
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
12/21/2020
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.
state budget bill treatment of teacher licensure and inclusion of private school teachers in teacher training and licensure related grant programs
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
state budget bill treatment of teacher licensure and inclusion of private school teachers in teacher training and licensure related grant programs
state budget bill treatment of teacher licensure and inclusion of private school teachers in teacher training and licensure related grant programs
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
12/21/2020
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
12/21/2020
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
Budget bill treatment of various changes to parental choice programs
Budget bill treatment of various changes to parental choice programs
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/21/2020
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
12/21/2020
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
School voucher program; rules and proposals related to expansion and development
School voucher program; rules and proposals related to expansion and development
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/21/2020
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
12/21/2020
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
curriculum and instruction requirements for private schools and students
curriculum and instruction requirements for private schools and students
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
12/21/2020
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
12/21/2020
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
The creation and regulation of tax credit K-12 scholarships and scholarship granting organizations.
The creation and regulation of tax credit K-12 scholarships and scholarship granting organizations.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
12/21/2020
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
12/21/2020
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.
the regulation of: student teaching, teacher licensure, and alternative teacher licensure, and the costs involved in student teaching and obtaining teacher licenses
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
the regulation of: student teaching, teacher licensure, and alternative teacher licensure, and the costs involved in student teaching and obtaining teacher licenses
the regulation of: student teaching, teacher licensure, and alternative teacher licensure, and the costs involved in student teaching and obtaining teacher licenses
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/21/2020
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
12/21/2020
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.
the availability of and funding for access to broadband internet connectivity for K-12 schools, students and staff.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
the availability of and funding for access to broadband internet connectivity for K-12 schools, students and staff.
the availability of and funding for access to broadband internet connectivity for K-12 schools, students and staff.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
12/21/2020
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
12/21/2020
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
special education programs and funding
special education programs and funding
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
12/21/2020
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
12/21/2020
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.
annual hours of instruction required for private and choice schools and how that may be affected by adverse weather or other school closures
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
annual hours of instruction required for private and choice schools and how that may be affected by adverse weather or other school closures
annual hours of instruction required for private and choice schools and how that may be affected by adverse weather or other school closures
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/21/2020
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
12/21/2020
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.
licensing and regulation on private schools that are creating or providing birth to age 7 child care or pre-school programs.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
licensing and regulation on private schools that are creating or providing birth to age 7 child care or pre-school programs.
licensing and regulation on private schools that are creating or providing birth to age 7 child care or pre-school programs.
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/21/2020
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
12/21/2020
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.
rules and regulations governing transfer, disclosure, release of student records (academic, behavioral, etc) in the event of a school safety and/or student expulsion or discipline issue or event.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
rules and regulations governing transfer, disclosure, release of student records (academic, behavioral, etc) in the event of a school safety and/or student expulsion or discipline issue or event.
rules and regulations governing transfer, disclosure, release of student records (academic, behavioral, etc) in the event of a school safety and/or student expulsion or discipline issue or event.
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/21/2020
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
12/21/2020
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
Private K-12 School and student participation in the Early College Credit Program
Private K-12 School and student participation in the Early College Credit Program
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/21/2020
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
12/21/2020
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.
Policies relating to COVID-19 relief as it relates to private K-12 schools, staff, students, families, teachers and principals.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Policies relating to COVID-19 relief as it relates to private K-12 schools, staff, students, families, teachers and principals.
Policies relating to COVID-19 relief as it relates to private K-12 schools, staff, students, families, teachers and principals.
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/21/2020
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
12/21/2020
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.
Matters relating to reopening/operation of private K-12 schools in a global pandemic, including: dividing federal aid; virtual/ in-person instruction; teacher/staff licensure; hours of instruction; busing & any other Coronavirus triggered problem.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Matters relating to reopening/operation of private K-12 schools in a global pandemic, including: dividing federal aid; virtual/ in-person instruction; teacher/staff licensure; hours of instruction; busing & any other Coronavirus triggered problem.
Matters relating to reopening/operation of private K-12 schools in a global pandemic, including: dividing federal aid; virtual/ in-person instruction; teacher/staff licensure; hours of instruction; busing & any other Coronavirus triggered problem.
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/21/2020
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
12/21/2020
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 |
Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Lobbying Expenditures | 2021 January - June $12,366.08 |
2021 July - December $6,766.40 |
2022 January - June $6,492.00 |
Total $25,624.48 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2021 January - June 22.50 |
2021 July - December 9.25 |
2022 January - June 6.50 |
Total 38.25 |
| Total Hours Other | 2021 January - June 101.00 |
2021 July - December 43.75 |
2022 January - June 33.75 |
Total 178.50 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
No legislative bills/resolutions found.
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
No topics found.
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