LeadingAge Wisconsin
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
Skilled Nursing Facilities, assisted living facilities, housing and other health-related facilities and services owned and/or sponsored by religious, fraternal, labor, private and government organizations.
Lobbying Interests:
Proposed legislation regarding Skilled Nursing Facilities, CBRFs, Residential Care Apartment Complex (RCAC); Independent Living Facilities; Family Care; and other health care related issues; administrative rules and regulations in DHS, DOR, OCI, DWD, and Reg. & Licensing; Long-Term Care redesign proposals. Biennial State Budget bill; Biennial State Budget Adjustment Bill
CEO Name:
John Sauer
Vice President, Financial & Regulatory Services
Skilled Nursing Facilities, assisted living facilities, housing and other health-related facilities and services owned and/or sponsored by religious, fraternal, labor, private and government organizations.
Lobbying Interests:
Proposed legislation regarding Skilled Nursing Facilities, CBRFs, Residential Care Apartment Complex (RCAC); Independent Living Facilities; Family Care; and other health care related issues; administrative rules and regulations in DHS, DOR, OCI, DWD, and Reg. & Licensing; Long-Term Care redesign proposals. Biennial State Budget bill; Biennial State Budget Adjustment Bill
CEO Name:
John Sauer
Vice President, Financial & Regulatory Services
Contact
RE
Rene Eastman
204 S Hamilton St
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 255-7060
(608) 255-7064
reastman@leadingagewi.org
http://www.LeadingAgeWI.org
204 S Hamilton St
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 255-7060
(608) 255-7064
reastman@leadingagewi.org
http://www.LeadingAgeWI.org
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brent Allen Rapos | Exclusive Duties No | Authorized On 1/6/2021 | Withdrawn On 6/30/2022 |
| John R Sauer | Exclusive Duties No | Authorized On 1/6/2021 | Withdrawn On N/A |
| Michael Rogowski | Exclusive Duties No | Authorized On 1/6/2021 | Withdrawn On N/A |
| Annette M Cruz | Exclusive Duties No | Authorized On 1/6/2021 | Withdrawn On N/A |
| Nathan J Halbach | Exclusive Duties No | Authorized On 1/6/2021 | Withdrawn On N/A |
| Rene Eastman | Exclusive Duties Yes | Authorized On 3/1/2022 | Withdrawn On N/A |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
1/14/2021
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.
Comments
Support civil liability protection for health care sector. Request exemption for long-term care providers in Section 15.
Supporting Documentation
20210114_AB1- LeadingAge WI.pdf
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
For
Notification Date1/14/2021
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.
Comments
Support civil liability protection for health care sector. Request exemption for long-term care providers in Section 15.
Supporting Documentation
20210114_AB1- LeadingAge WI.pdf
Assembly Bill 5
Relating to: facilitating and prioritizing COVID-19 vaccine distribution.
Bill Text and History
1/24/2021
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
LeadingAge Wisconsin supports Section 3 of AB 5, allowing pharmacies operating within the federal Pharmacy Partnership program to simultaneously administer the COVID vaccine to assisted living and other long-term care residents and staff
Supporting Documentation
20210124_AB5 ACH-LeadingAge Wisconsin.pdf
Relating to: facilitating and prioritizing COVID-19 vaccine distribution.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date1/24/2021
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
LeadingAge Wisconsin supports Section 3 of AB 5, allowing pharmacies operating within the federal Pharmacy Partnership program to simultaneously administer the COVID vaccine to assisted living and other long-term care residents and staff
Supporting Documentation
20210124_AB5 ACH-LeadingAge Wisconsin.pdf
Assembly Bill 25
Relating to: prohibiting mandatory vaccination for employment.
Bill Text and History
3/9/2021
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.
Supporting Documentation
20210309_20210305_LTC Provider AB25 Written Testimony - 3.3.2021.pdf
Relating to: prohibiting mandatory vaccination for employment.
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date3/9/2021
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.
Supporting Documentation
20210309_20210305_LTC Provider AB25 Written Testimony - 3.3.2021.pdf
Assembly Bill 148
Relating to: state response to COVID-19 related to health services and practice of health care providers licensed outside of this state.
Bill Text and History
2021 Wisconsin Act 10
3/9/2021
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: state response to COVID-19 related to health services and practice of health care providers licensed outside of this state.
Bill Text and History
2021 Wisconsin Act 10
Other
Notification Date3/9/2021
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 236
Relating to: payments to certain long-term care facilities and their staff. (FE)
Bill Text and History
4/6/2021
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: payments to certain long-term care facilities and their staff. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date4/6/2021
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 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 5
Relating to: prohibiting mandatory vaccination for employment.
Bill Text and History
1/24/2021
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
LeadingAge Wisconsin requests SB 5 to be amended to allow an exception for LTC providers.
Supporting Documentation
20210124_LTC Provider SB5 Written Testimony - 1.21.2021.pdf
Relating to: prohibiting mandatory vaccination for employment.
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date1/24/2021
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
LeadingAge Wisconsin requests SB 5 to be amended to allow an exception for LTC providers.
Supporting Documentation
20210124_LTC Provider SB5 Written Testimony - 1.21.2021.pdf
Senate Bill 277
Relating to: payments to certain long-term care facilities and their staff. (FE)
Bill Text and History
4/6/2021
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: payments to certain long-term care facilities and their staff. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date4/6/2021
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.
Senate Joint Resolution 3
Relating to: terminating the COVID-19 public health emergency, including all emergency orders and actions taken pursuant to declaration of the public health emergency.
Bill Text and History
1/26/2021
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.
Relating to: terminating the COVID-19 public health emergency, including all emergency orders and actions taken pursuant to declaration of the public health emergency.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date1/26/2021
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.
Budget Bill Subjects
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Health Services: Departmentwide
Health Services: Departmentwide
Notification Date
2/23/2021
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.
2/23/2021
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.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Health Services: Medicaid Services
Health Services: Medicaid Services
Notification Date
2/23/2021
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.
2/23/2021
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.
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
Agency Name
Department of Health Services (DHS)
Subject
Certification of programs for training and testing nurse aides and feeding assistants
Scope Statement
SS 053_20
2/14/2021
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.
Department of Health Services (DHS)
Subject
Certification of programs for training and testing nurse aides and feeding assistants
Scope Statement
SS 053_20
For
Notification Date2/14/2021
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.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Ch. 150 Regulation of Health Services
Ch. 150 Regulation of Health Services
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
10/19/2021
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.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
10/19/2021
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.
Reimbursement of wheelchairs and power mobility devices for recipients of Medical Assistance who reside in a nursing home
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Reimbursement of wheelchairs and power mobility devices for recipients of Medical Assistance who reside in a nursing home
Reimbursement of wheelchairs and power mobility devices for recipients of Medical Assistance who reside in a nursing home
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
2/14/2021
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.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
2/14/2021
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Family Care Provider Rates and Other Issues Related to the Family Care Program
Family Care Provider Rates and Other Issues Related to the Family Care Program
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/6/2021
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/6/2021
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Wisconsin's Long-Term Care Workforce
Wisconsin's Long-Term Care Workforce
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/6/2021
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/6/2021
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Skilled Nursing Facility and Assisted Living Reimbursement
Skilled Nursing Facility and Assisted Living Reimbursement
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/6/2021
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/6/2021
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.
Issues relating to the Division of Quality Assurance (DQA) within the Department of Health Services (DHS)
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Issues relating to the Division of Quality Assurance (DQA) within the Department of Health Services (DHS)
Issues relating to the Division of Quality Assurance (DQA) within the Department of Health Services (DHS)
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/6/2021
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/6/2021
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Issues related to Governor Evers' Public Health Emergency Declaration and COVID-19 Response
Issues related to Governor Evers' Public Health Emergency Declaration and COVID-19 Response
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/6/2021
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/6/2021
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Development of the 2021-23 Biennial Budget, Medicaid, and Long Term Care
Development of the 2021-23 Biennial Budget, Medicaid, and Long Term Care
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/6/2021
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/6/2021
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.
Total Lobbying Effort
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Lobbying Expenditures | 2021 January - June $65,983.77 |
2021 July - December $40,694.33 |
2022 January - June $27,888.79 |
2022 July - December $71,572.25 |
Total $206,139.14 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2021 January - June 204.00 |
2021 July - December 153.50 |
2022 January - June 135.75 |
2022 July - December 152.75 |
Total 646.00 |
| Total Hours Other | 2021 January - June 324.25 |
2021 July - December 162.00 |
2022 January - June 152.50 |
2022 July - December 184.50 |
Total 823.25 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
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)
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June 1% |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: state response to COVID-19 related to health services and practice of health care providers licensed outside of this state.
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June 1% |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: payments to certain long-term care facilities and their staff. (FE)
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June 1% |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: payments to certain long-term care facilities and their staff. (FE)
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June 1% |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: facilitating and prioritizing COVID-19 vaccine distribution.
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June 2% |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Budget Bill Subjects
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June 4% |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total 1% |
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June 58% |
2021 July - December 19% |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total 25% |
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December 1% |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total < 1% |
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 1% |
2021 July - December 17% |
2022 January - June 3% |
2022 July - December |
Total 5% |
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June 2% |
2021 July - December 9% |
2022 January - June 25% |
2022 July - December 7% |
Total 9% |
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June 3% |
2021 July - December 16% |
2022 January - June 34% |
2022 July - December 48% |
Total 22% |
Issues relating to the Division of Quality Assurance (DQA) within the Department of Health Services (DHS)
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June 5% |
2021 July - December 27% |
2022 January - June 18% |
2022 July - December 12% |
Total 14% |
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June 9% |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June 2% |
2022 July - December |
Total 4% |
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June 12% |
2021 July - December 11% |
2022 January - June 16% |
2022 July - December 33% |
Total 17% |
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June 2% |
2022 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Minor Efforts
No minor efforts found.
Other Matters
No other matters found.