Wisconsin Wildlife Federation
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
The Wisconsin Wildlife Federation is comprised of over 200 hunting, fishing, trapping, forestry and other related conservation organizations with a combined membership of over 100,000 members
Lobbying Interests:
hunting, fishing, trapping and other outdoor recreational pursuits; protection of fish and wildlife habitat; environmental protection; access to public lands and waters; conservation and environmental education; Second Amendment rights. dogs, conservation funding, conservation land acquisition and management.
The Wisconsin Wildlife Federation is comprised of over 200 hunting, fishing, trapping, forestry and other related conservation organizations with a combined membership of over 100,000 members
Lobbying Interests:
hunting, fishing, trapping and other outdoor recreational pursuits; protection of fish and wildlife habitat; environmental protection; access to public lands and waters; conservation and environmental education; Second Amendment rights. dogs, conservation funding, conservation land acquisition and management.
Contact
MAL
Mark A. LaBarbera
213 N, Main, Suite 100, P.O. Box 460
Poynette, WI 53955
(520) 730-9252
MLaBarbera57@icloud.com
http://www.wiwf.org
213 N, Main, Suite 100, P.O. Box 460
Poynette, WI 53955
(520) 730-9252
MLaBarbera57@icloud.com
http://www.wiwf.org
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
|---|---|---|---|
| George Meyer | Exclusive Duties No | Authorized On 2/1/2021 | Withdrawn On N/A |
| Mark LaBarbera | Exclusive Duties No | Authorized On 11/16/2021 | Withdrawn On N/A |
Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 13
Relating to: fire fighting foam containing PFAS and the partial suspension of a rule of the Department of Natural Resources.
Bill Text and History
6/30/2021
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: fire fighting foam containing PFAS and the partial suspension of a rule of the Department of Natural Resources.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date6/30/2021
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 30
Relating to: modifying administrative rules relating to the use of wood to contain bear bait or feed in logs or stumps.
Bill Text and History
2/1/2021
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.
Relating to: modifying administrative rules relating to the use of wood to contain bear bait or feed in logs or stumps.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/1/2021
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.
Assembly Bill 49
Relating to: the wildlife damage abatement program and the wildlife damage claim program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/30/2021
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 wildlife damage abatement program and the wildlife damage claim program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/30/2021
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 53
Relating to: shot shell restrictions and the hunting of fur-bearing animals.
Bill Text and History
6/30/2021
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: shot shell restrictions and the hunting of fur-bearing animals.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/30/2021
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 61
Relating to: the use of proceeds from the sale of state-owned properties controlled by the Department of Natural Resources. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/30/2021
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 use of proceeds from the sale of state-owned properties controlled by the Department of Natural Resources. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date6/30/2021
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 85
Relating to: a general permit for hydrologic restoration projects and creating a hydrologic restoration and management advisory council.
Bill Text and History
6/30/2021
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: a general permit for hydrologic restoration projects and creating a hydrologic restoration and management advisory council.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/30/2021
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 99
Relating to: sediment removed from Lake Michigan or Lake Superior.
Bill Text and History
2021 Wisconsin Act 93
6/30/2021
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: sediment removed from Lake Michigan or Lake Superior.
Bill Text and History
2021 Wisconsin Act 93
Against
Notification Date6/30/2021
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 140
Relating to: expanding the clean sweep program to include collection of certain fire fighting foams and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/30/2021
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: expanding the clean sweep program to include collection of certain fire fighting foams and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/30/2021
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 151
Relating to: disposal of deer carcasses. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/30/2021
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: disposal of deer carcasses. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date6/30/2021
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 161
Relating to: the disability rating at which veterans qualify for certain hunting and fishing authorizations and exemptions from state park and trail admission fees. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/30/2021
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 disability rating at which veterans qualify for certain hunting and fishing authorizations and exemptions from state park and trail admission fees. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/30/2021
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 163
Relating to: the authority to shoot a beaver or muskrat causing damage to a highway.
Bill Text and History
2021 Wisconsin Act 62
6/30/2021
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 authority to shoot a beaver or muskrat causing damage to a highway.
Bill Text and History
2021 Wisconsin Act 62
For
Notification Date6/30/2021
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 165
Relating to: combining the archer and crossbow hunting licenses. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/30/2021
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: combining the archer and crossbow hunting licenses. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/30/2021
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 171
Relating to: paddlewheel raffles. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/30/2021
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: paddlewheel raffles. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/30/2021
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 248
Relating to: pedestrians crossing railroads.
Bill Text and History
4/27/2021
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
This bill is critically important to hunters, anglers and trappers and their use of public lands in Wisconsin
Relating to: pedestrians crossing railroads.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date4/27/2021
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
This bill is critically important to hunters, anglers and trappers and their use of public lands in Wisconsin
Assembly Bill 269
Relating to: waiver of fees for admission to state parks on Earth Day. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/30/2021
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: waiver of fees for admission to state parks on Earth Day. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/30/2021
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 285
Relating to: veteran boat launch permits. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/30/2021
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: veteran boat launch permits. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/30/2021
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 293
Relating to: restrictions on enforcing federal laws regulating firearms, firearm accessories, and ammunition, the use of public resources to confiscate firearms, and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
6/30/2021
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: restrictions on enforcing federal laws regulating firearms, firearm accessories, and ammunition, the use of public resources to confiscate firearms, and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
None
Notification Date6/30/2021
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 298
Relating to: license fee waivers for veterans' spouses. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/30/2021
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: license fee waivers for veterans' spouses. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/30/2021
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 326
Relating to: the procedure for promulgating a proposed rule relating to fish or wildlife that is considered at the joint annual spring hearing of the Department of Natural Resources and the Wisconsin Conservation Congress. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/30/2021
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 procedure for promulgating a proposed rule relating to fish or wildlife that is considered at the joint annual spring hearing of the Department of Natural Resources and the Wisconsin Conservation Congress. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/30/2021
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 341
Relating to: captive wildlife in facilities holding a U.S. Department of Agriculture exhibitor license. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/30/2021
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: captive wildlife in facilities holding a U.S. Department of Agriculture exhibitor license. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date6/30/2021
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 343
Relating to: grants to map, control, eradicate, monitor, and minimize the spread of wild parsnip; funding for the Bureau of Natural Heritage Conservation; granting rule-making authority; and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/30/2021
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 map, control, eradicate, monitor, and minimize the spread of wild parsnip; funding for the Bureau of Natural Heritage Conservation; granting rule-making authority; and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/30/2021
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 346
Relating to: a fishing license for a child with a disability. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/24/2021
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.
Relating to: a fishing license for a child with a disability. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/24/2021
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.
Assembly Bill 419
Relating to: regulating and addressing PFAS, providing an exemption from rule-making procedures, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/30/2021
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: regulating and addressing PFAS, providing an exemption from rule-making procedures, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/30/2021
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 598
Relating to: farm-raised game bovids. (FE)
Bill Text and History
11/16/2021
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.
Relating to: farm-raised game bovids. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date11/16/2021
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.
Assembly Bill 614
Relating to: bargaining over wages, hours, and conditions of employment for public employees. (FE)
Bill Text and History
11/16/2021
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.
Relating to: bargaining over wages, hours, and conditions of employment for public employees. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date11/16/2021
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.
Assembly Bill 615
Relating to: the state civil service system. (FE)
Bill Text and History
11/16/2021
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.
Relating to: the state civil service system. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date11/16/2021
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.
Assembly Bill 658
Relating to: Department of Natural Resources report on partnering with the private aquaculture industry. (FE)
Bill Text and History
11/16/2021
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
Needs analysis of benefits & cost, plus address bio-risk of introducing certain species into the wild
Relating to: Department of Natural Resources report on partnering with the private aquaculture industry. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date11/16/2021
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
Needs analysis of benefits & cost, plus address bio-risk of introducing certain species into the wild
Assembly Bill 658
Relating to: Department of Natural Resources report on partnering with the private aquaculture industry. (FE)
Bill Text and History
11/16/2021
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
Needs analysis of benefits & cost, plus address bio-risk of introducing certain species into the wild
Relating to: Department of Natural Resources report on partnering with the private aquaculture industry. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date11/16/2021
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
Needs analysis of benefits & cost, plus address bio-risk of introducing certain species into the wild
Assembly Bill 659
Relating to: report on reducing the number of hunting, fishing, and trapping approvals required by the Department of Natural Resources. (FE)
Bill Text and History
11/16/2021
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.
Relating to: report on reducing the number of hunting, fishing, and trapping approvals required by the Department of Natural Resources. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date11/16/2021
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.
Assembly Bill 660
Relating to: Department of Natural Resources habitat work plan. (FE)
Bill Text and History
11/16/2021
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.
Relating to: Department of Natural Resources habitat work plan. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date11/16/2021
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.
Assembly Bill 661
Relating to: electronic issuance of dog training licenses. (FE)
Bill Text and History
11/16/2021
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
Needs more analysis and input to assure it is necessary and well done.
Relating to: electronic issuance of dog training licenses. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date11/16/2021
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
Needs more analysis and input to assure it is necessary and well done.
Assembly Bill 667
Relating to: hunting of sandhill cranes, wildlife damage abatement assistance and claim payments for damage caused by sandhill cranes, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
11/16/2021
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
Science is sound.
Relating to: hunting of sandhill cranes, wildlife damage abatement assistance and claim payments for damage caused by sandhill cranes, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date11/16/2021
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
Science is sound.
Assembly Bill 670
Relating to: satisfying the hunter education field testing requirement with a mentored hunt.
Bill Text and History
11/16/2021
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
Safety concerns. “Mentor”could be anyone. In-person training by qualified instructors is key. Most current “Learn to Hunt” or “mentored” hunts have been safe because those “mentors” were qualified instructors!
Relating to: satisfying the hunter education field testing requirement with a mentored hunt.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date11/16/2021
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
Safety concerns. “Mentor”could be anyone. In-person training by qualified instructors is key. Most current “Learn to Hunt” or “mentored” hunts have been safe because those “mentors” were qualified instructors!
Assembly Bill 671
Relating to: administrative rules relating to hunting wild turkeys. (FE)
Bill Text and History
11/16/2021
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
Safety concerns. Landowner concerns. Surveys show high hunter satisfaction with current framework
Relating to: administrative rules relating to hunting wild turkeys. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date11/16/2021
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
Safety concerns. Landowner concerns. Surveys show high hunter satisfaction with current framework
Assembly Bill 672
Relating to: report on access to public lands owned or managed by the Department of Natural Resources. (FE)
Bill Text and History
11/16/2021
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.
Relating to: report on access to public lands owned or managed by the Department of Natural Resources. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date11/16/2021
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.
Assembly Bill 673
Relating to: stocking brook trout in Lake Michigan.
Bill Text and History
11/16/2021
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
Unlikely that a natural population will be established, diverting funds from successful programs without any guidelines or requirements to monitor the program’s success or failure does not benefit the resource.
Relating to: stocking brook trout in Lake Michigan.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date11/16/2021
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
Unlikely that a natural population will be established, diverting funds from successful programs without any guidelines or requirements to monitor the program’s success or failure does not benefit the resource.
Assembly Bill 676
Relating to: requiring the repeal of hunting, trapping, and fishing administrative rules in conjunction with promulgation of new rules. (FE)
Bill Text and History
11/16/2021
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
Too broad. Most rules were vetted through stakeholders and then passed by legislators. No guidelines on which rules would be removed.
Relating to: requiring the repeal of hunting, trapping, and fishing administrative rules in conjunction with promulgation of new rules. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date11/16/2021
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
Too broad. Most rules were vetted through stakeholders and then passed by legislators. No guidelines on which rules would be removed.
Assembly Bill 677
Relating to: stocking pheasants for hunting. (FE)
Bill Text and History
11/16/2021
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
No new funding offered. Risks diverting funds from priority habitat work. Rooster-only put & take does not help natural reproduction.
Relating to: stocking pheasants for hunting. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date11/16/2021
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
No new funding offered. Risks diverting funds from priority habitat work. Rooster-only put & take does not help natural reproduction.
Assembly Bill 781
Relating to: green jobs training program grants, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and making an appropriation.
Bill Text and History
3/9/2022
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: green jobs training program grants, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and making an appropriation.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/9/2022
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.
Assembly Bill 783
Relating to: model academic standards related to climate change; grants to develop climate change curriculum resources; funding for the University of Wisconsin System and special education; and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
3/9/2022
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: model academic standards related to climate change; grants to develop climate change curriculum resources; funding for the University of Wisconsin System and special education; and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/9/2022
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.
Assembly Bill 784
Relating to: creating the Wisconsin Climate Corps program, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
3/9/2022
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: creating the Wisconsin Climate Corps program, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/9/2022
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.
Assembly Bill 785
Relating to: climate change scholarships, funding for special education aid, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
3/9/2022
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: climate change scholarships, funding for special education aid, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/9/2022
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.
Assembly Bill 788
Relating to: grants for regional biodigesters, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
3/9/2022
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: grants for regional biodigesters, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/9/2022
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.
Assembly Bill 789
Relating to: consideration of climate change in certain local plans and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
3/9/2022
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: consideration of climate change in certain local plans and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/9/2022
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.
Assembly Bill 791
Relating to: county conservation staff for climate change resiliency purposes and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
3/9/2022
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: county conservation staff for climate change resiliency purposes and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/9/2022
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.
Assembly Bill 793
Relating to: funding of the Focus on Energy program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
3/9/2022
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: funding of the Focus on Energy program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/9/2022
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.
Assembly Bill 794
Relating to: funding for certain research positions at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and special education aid and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
3/9/2022
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: funding for certain research positions at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and special education aid and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/9/2022
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.
Assembly Bill 795
Relating to: on-bill financing of energy improvements and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
3/9/2022
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: on-bill financing of energy improvements and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/9/2022
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.
Assembly Bill 797
Relating to: creating a grant program for farmers who use certain sustainable practices, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
3/9/2022
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: creating a grant program for farmers who use certain sustainable practices, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/9/2022
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.
Assembly Bill 798
Relating to: an energy efficiency grant program for school districts, funding for the University of Wisconsin System, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
3/9/2022
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: an energy efficiency grant program for school districts, funding for the University of Wisconsin System, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/9/2022
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.
Assembly Bill 799
Relating to: grants for planting trees to address urban heat islands, eligible recipients for urban forestry grants, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
3/9/2022
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: grants for planting trees to address urban heat islands, eligible recipients for urban forestry grants, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/9/2022
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.
Assembly Bill 849
Relating to: use of fill in commercial waterways and establishing shorelines of Great Lakes waters. (FE)
Bill Text and History
3/9/2022
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: use of fill in commercial waterways and establishing shorelines of Great Lakes waters. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date3/9/2022
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 34
Relating to: fire fighting foam containing PFAS and the partial suspension of a rule of the Department of Natural Resources.
Bill Text and History
6/30/2021
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: fire fighting foam containing PFAS and the partial suspension of a rule of the Department of Natural Resources.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date6/30/2021
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 45
Relating to: modifying administrative rules relating to the use of wood to contain bear bait or feed in logs or stumps.
Bill Text and History
2021 Wisconsin Act 14
2/1/2021
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.
Relating to: modifying administrative rules relating to the use of wood to contain bear bait or feed in logs or stumps.
Bill Text and History
2021 Wisconsin Act 14
For
Notification Date2/1/2021
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.
Senate Bill 54
Relating to: shot shell restrictions and the hunting of fur-bearing animals.
Bill Text and History
2021 Wisconsin Act 16
2/1/2021
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.
Relating to: shot shell restrictions and the hunting of fur-bearing animals.
Bill Text and History
2021 Wisconsin Act 16
For
Notification Date2/1/2021
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.
Senate Bill 63
Relating to: the wildlife damage abatement program and the wildlife damage claim program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/30/2021
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 wildlife damage abatement program and the wildlife damage claim program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/30/2021
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 64
Relating to: the use of proceeds from the sale of state-owned properties controlled by the Department of Natural Resources. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2021 Wisconsin Act 27
6/30/2021
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 use of proceeds from the sale of state-owned properties controlled by the Department of Natural Resources. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2021 Wisconsin Act 27
Other
Notification Date6/30/2021
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 91
Relating to: a general permit for hydrologic restoration projects and creating a hydrologic restoration and management advisory council.
Bill Text and History
2021 Wisconsin Act 77
6/30/2021
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: a general permit for hydrologic restoration projects and creating a hydrologic restoration and management advisory council.
Bill Text and History
2021 Wisconsin Act 77
For
Notification Date6/30/2021
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 93
Relating to: sediment removed from Lake Michigan or Lake Superior.
Bill Text and History
6/30/2021
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: sediment removed from Lake Michigan or Lake Superior.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date6/30/2021
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 156
Relating to: expanding the clean sweep program to include collection of certain fire fighting foams and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/30/2021
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: expanding the clean sweep program to include collection of certain fire fighting foams and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date6/30/2021
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 166
Relating to: disposal of deer carcasses. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/30/2021
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: disposal of deer carcasses. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date6/30/2021
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 170
Relating to: paddlewheel raffles. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/30/2021
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: paddlewheel raffles. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/30/2021
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 176
Relating to: the disability rating at which veterans qualify for certain hunting and fishing authorizations and exemptions from state park and trail admission fees. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/30/2021
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 disability rating at which veterans qualify for certain hunting and fishing authorizations and exemptions from state park and trail admission fees. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/30/2021
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 191
Relating to: the authority to shoot a beaver or muskrat causing damage to a highway.
Bill Text and History
6/30/2021
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 authority to shoot a beaver or muskrat causing damage to a highway.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/30/2021
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 192
Relating to: combining the archer and crossbow hunting licenses. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/30/2021
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: combining the archer and crossbow hunting licenses. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/30/2021
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 287
Relating to: waiver of fees for admission to state parks on Earth Day. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/30/2021
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: waiver of fees for admission to state parks on Earth Day. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/30/2021
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 310
Relating to: license fee waivers for veterans' spouses. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/30/2021
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: license fee waivers for veterans' spouses. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/30/2021
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 324
Relating to: veteran boat launch permits. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/30/2021
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: veteran boat launch permits. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/30/2021
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 328
Relating to: the procedure for promulgating a proposed rule relating to fish or wildlife that is considered at the joint annual spring hearing of the Department of Natural Resources and the Wisconsin Conservation Congress. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/30/2021
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 procedure for promulgating a proposed rule relating to fish or wildlife that is considered at the joint annual spring hearing of the Department of Natural Resources and the Wisconsin Conservation Congress. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/30/2021
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 347
Relating to: captive wildlife in facilities holding a U.S. Department of Agriculture exhibitor license. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/30/2021
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: captive wildlife in facilities holding a U.S. Department of Agriculture exhibitor license. (FE)
Bill Text and History
None
Notification Date6/30/2021
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 394
Relating to: advanced practice registered nurses, 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
6/30/2021
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: advanced practice registered nurses, 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
None
Notification Date6/30/2021
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 397
Relating to: a fishing license for a child with a disability. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/30/2021
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: a fishing license for a child with a disability. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/30/2021
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 563
Relating to: farm-raised game bovids. (FE)
Bill Text and History
11/16/2021
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.
Relating to: farm-raised game bovids. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date11/16/2021
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.
Senate Bill 609
Relating to: stocking pheasants for hunting. (FE)
Bill Text and History
11/16/2021
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
No new funding offered. Risks diverting funds from priority habitat work. Rooster-only put & take does not help natural reproduction.
Relating to: stocking pheasants for hunting. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date11/16/2021
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
No new funding offered. Risks diverting funds from priority habitat work. Rooster-only put & take does not help natural reproduction.
Senate Bill 610
Relating to: administrative rules relating to hunting wild turkeys. (FE)
Bill Text and History
11/16/2021
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
Safety concerns. Landowner concerns. Surveys show high hunter satisfaction with current framework.
Relating to: administrative rules relating to hunting wild turkeys. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date11/16/2021
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
Safety concerns. Landowner concerns. Surveys show high hunter satisfaction with current framework.
Senate Bill 611
Relating to: satisfying the hunter education field testing requirement with a mentored hunt.
Bill Text and History
11/16/2021
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
Safety concerns. “Mentor”could be anyone. In-person training by qualified instructors is key. Most current “Learn to Hunt” or “mentored” hunts have been safe because those “mentors” were qualified instructors!
Relating to: satisfying the hunter education field testing requirement with a mentored hunt.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date11/16/2021
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
Safety concerns. “Mentor”could be anyone. In-person training by qualified instructors is key. Most current “Learn to Hunt” or “mentored” hunts have been safe because those “mentors” were qualified instructors!
Senate Bill 612
Relating to: stocking brook trout in Lake Michigan.
Bill Text and History
11/16/2021
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
Unlikely that a natural population will be established, diverting funds from successful programs without any guidelines or requirements to monitor the program’s success or failure does not benefit the resource.
Relating to: stocking brook trout in Lake Michigan.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date11/16/2021
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
Unlikely that a natural population will be established, diverting funds from successful programs without any guidelines or requirements to monitor the program’s success or failure does not benefit the resource.
Senate Bill 613
Relating to: report on reducing the number of hunting, fishing, and trapping approvals required by the Department of Natural Resources. (FE)
Bill Text and History
11/16/2021
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.
Relating to: report on reducing the number of hunting, fishing, and trapping approvals required by the Department of Natural Resources. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date11/16/2021
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.
Senate Bill 617
Relating to: Department of Natural Resources report on partnering with the private aquaculture industry. (FE)
Bill Text and History
11/16/2021
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
Needs analysis of benefits & cost, plus address bio-risk of introducing certain species into the wild
Relating to: Department of Natural Resources report on partnering with the private aquaculture industry. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date11/16/2021
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
Needs analysis of benefits & cost, plus address bio-risk of introducing certain species into the wild
Senate Bill 618
Relating to: requiring the repeal of hunting, trapping, and fishing administrative rules in conjunction with promulgation of new rules. (FE)
Bill Text and History
11/16/2021
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
Too broad. Most rules were vetted through stakeholders and then passed by legislators. No guidelines on which rules would be removed.
Relating to: requiring the repeal of hunting, trapping, and fishing administrative rules in conjunction with promulgation of new rules. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date11/16/2021
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
Too broad. Most rules were vetted through stakeholders and then passed by legislators. No guidelines on which rules would be removed.
Senate Bill 620
Relating to: hunting of sandhill cranes, wildlife damage abatement assistance and claim payments for damage caused by sandhill cranes, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
11/16/2021
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
Science is sound.
Relating to: hunting of sandhill cranes, wildlife damage abatement assistance and claim payments for damage caused by sandhill cranes, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date11/16/2021
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
Science is sound.
Senate Bill 900
Relating to: use of fill in commercial waterways and establishing shorelines of Great Lakes waters. (FE)
Bill Text and History
3/9/2022
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: use of fill in commercial waterways and establishing shorelines of Great Lakes waters. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date3/9/2022
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.
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
Agency Name
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
Gray wolf harvest regulations
Scope Statement
SS 045_21
6/24/2021
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.
Department of Natural Resources (NR)
Subject
Gray wolf harvest regulations
Scope Statement
SS 045_21
Other
Notification Date6/24/2021
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.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Sandhill Crane Hunting Season in Wisconsin
Sandhill Crane Hunting Season in Wisconsin
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
7/18/2022
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
7/18/2022
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Funding for Chronic Wasting Disease
Funding for Chronic Wasting Disease
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
7/18/2022
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
7/18/2022
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Increase of certain hunting,fishing and trapping licenses and stamps
Increase of certain hunting,fishing and trapping licenses and stamps
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
7/18/2022
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.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
7/18/2022
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
regulation of hunting contests
regulation of hunting contests
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
7/18/2022
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.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
7/18/2022
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.
Water quality and drinking water aspects being discussed by the Speaker's Task Force on Water Quality
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Water quality and drinking water aspects being discussed by the Speaker's Task Force on Water Quality
Water quality and drinking water aspects being discussed by the Speaker's Task Force on Water Quality
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
7/18/2022
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
7/18/2022
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Reauthorization of the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Fund
Reauthorization of the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Fund
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
7/18/2022
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.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
7/18/2022
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
State management of Sandhill Cranes
State management of Sandhill Cranes
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
6/24/2021
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.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
6/24/2021
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Wolf Management
Wolf Management
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
2/1/2021
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
2/1/2021
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Deer Management
Deer Management
Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
2/1/2021
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.
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
2/1/2021
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Commercial and Sport Fishing in Lake Superior
Commercial and Sport Fishing in Lake Superior
Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
2/1/2021
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.
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
2/1/2021
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Whitefish Management in Green Bay and Lake Michigan
Whitefish Management in Green Bay and Lake Michigan
Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
2/1/2021
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.
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
2/1/2021
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Restrictions on Use of Buckshot for Furbearers
Restrictions on Use of Buckshot for Furbearers
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
2/1/2021
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
2/1/2021
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Crossing Railroad Tracks
Crossing Railroad Tracks
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
2/1/2021
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.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
2/1/2021
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Sandhill Crane Management
Sandhill Crane Management
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
2/1/2021
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
2/1/2021
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Waterfowl Stamp Increase
Waterfowl Stamp Increase
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
2/1/2021
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.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
2/1/2021
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Fund
Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Fund
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
2/1/2021
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
2/1/2021
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.
Total Lobbying Effort
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Lobbying Expenditures | 2021 January - June $7,125.00 |
2021 July - December $4,816.00 |
2022 January - June $2,816.00 |
2022 July - December $3,864.00 |
Total $18,621.00 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2021 January - June 103.00 |
2021 July - December 6.25 |
2022 January - June 0.00 |
2022 July - December 0.00 |
Total 109.25 |
| Total Hours Other | 2021 January - June 222.00 |
2021 July - December 147.00 |
2022 January - June 184.50 |
2022 July - December 123.00 |
Total 676.50 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Relating to: pedestrians crossing railroads.
| 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 4% |
Relating to: shot shell restrictions and the hunting of fur-bearing animals.
| 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 4% |
Budget Bill Subjects
No budget bill subjects found.
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June 5% |
2021 July - December 5% |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December 20% |
Total 6% |
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 |
2022 July - December 15% |
Total 8% |
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June 10% |
2021 July - December 10% |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total 6% |
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June 10% |
2021 July - December 10% |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total 6% |
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June 10% |
2021 July - December 10% |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total 6% |
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June 10% |
2021 July - December 10% |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total 6% |
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June 15% |
2021 July - December 15% |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December 4% |
Total 10% |
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December 4% |
Total < 1% |
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December 4% |
Total < 1% |
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December 5% |
Total < 1% |
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