National Alliance on Mental Illness Wisconsin
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
The mission of NAMI Wisconsin is to improve the quality of life of people affected by mental illness and to promote recovery. NAMI Wisconsin will accomplish its mission through the following: 1) Promote public education and understanding of mental illnesses. 2) Advocate at all levels of government and throughout the public sector to improve mental health care in Wisconsin. 3) Support affiliates by providing follow-up advice and counsel; educational and training programs and materials; access to financial resources as appropriate; and by offering conferences, seminars, and presentations. 4) Establish and strengthen local affiliates to keep with NAMI's principles and guidelines.
Lobbying Interests:
NAMI Wisconsin works at the state level to influence the legislature in areas of health and mental health care, criminal justice, youth mental health, education, stigma reduction and other areas affecting the quality of life for people with mental illness and their families. We also have a network of members and non-members who engage in grassroots advocacy throughout the state.
The mission of NAMI Wisconsin is to improve the quality of life of people affected by mental illness and to promote recovery. NAMI Wisconsin will accomplish its mission through the following: 1) Promote public education and understanding of mental illnesses. 2) Advocate at all levels of government and throughout the public sector to improve mental health care in Wisconsin. 3) Support affiliates by providing follow-up advice and counsel; educational and training programs and materials; access to financial resources as appropriate; and by offering conferences, seminars, and presentations. 4) Establish and strengthen local affiliates to keep with NAMI's principles and guidelines.
Lobbying Interests:
NAMI Wisconsin works at the state level to influence the legislature in areas of health and mental health care, criminal justice, youth mental health, education, stigma reduction and other areas affecting the quality of life for people with mental illness and their families. We also have a network of members and non-members who engage in grassroots advocacy throughout the state.
Contact
MKB
Mary Kay Battaglia
4233 W. Beltline Highway
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 268-6000 x_____
marykay@namiwisconsin.org
http://www.namiwisconsin.org
4233 W. Beltline Highway
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 268-6000 x_____
marykay@namiwisconsin.org
http://www.namiwisconsin.org
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ian de Wet | Exclusive Duties No | Authorized On 1/29/2021 | Withdrawn On 12/23/2021 |
| Ramie Zelenkova | Exclusive Duties No | Authorized On 9/7/2022 | Withdrawn On N/A |
| Daniel Romportl | Exclusive Duties No | Authorized On 9/7/2022 | Withdrawn On N/A |
| Katie White | Exclusive Duties No | Authorized On 9/7/2022 | Withdrawn On N/A |
| Sita M Diehl | Exclusive Duties No | Authorized On 9/27/2022 | Withdrawn On N/A |
Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 193
Relating to: grants to prevent suicide by firearm and making an appropriation. (FE)
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.
Relating to: grants to prevent suicide by firearm and making an appropriation. (FE)
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.
Assembly Bill 210
Relating to: grants for suicide prevention programming and making an appropriation. (FE)
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.
Relating to: grants for suicide prevention programming and making an appropriation. (FE)
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.
Assembly Bill 259
Relating to: coverage of telehealth services.
Bill Text and History
10/4/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: coverage of telehealth services.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/4/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The 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 395
Relating to: legislative and congressional redistricting. (FE)
Bill Text and History
11/19/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: legislative and congressional redistricting. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date11/19/2021
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.
Assembly Bill 604
Relating to: pay for performance grant requirements, housing navigator grants, use of public lands to provide temporary residence for the homeless, making an appropriation, and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
11/19/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: pay for performance grant requirements, housing navigator grants, use of public lands to provide temporary residence for the homeless, making an appropriation, and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date11/19/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 306
Relating to: coverage of telehealth services.
Bill Text and History
10/4/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: coverage of telehealth services.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/4/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The 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 668
Relating to: reimbursement of maternal mental health screenings under the Medical Assistance program and coverage of maternal mental health screenings by health policies and plans. (FE)
Bill Text and History
11/19/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: reimbursement of maternal mental health screenings under the Medical Assistance program and coverage of maternal mental health screenings by health policies and plans. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date11/19/2021
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.
Budget Bill Subjects
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Corrections: Departmentwide
Corrections: Departmentwide
Notification Date
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.
Comments
Support for Treatment Alternatives and Diversion (TAD) funding, expansion of mental health treatment courts and Opening Avenues to Reentry Success (OARS)
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.
Comments
Support for Treatment Alternatives and Diversion (TAD) funding, expansion of mental health treatment courts and Opening Avenues to Reentry Success (OARS)
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Health Services: Medicaid Services
Health Services: Medicaid Services
Notification Date
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.
Comments
Support for expansion of BadgerCare and increased Medicaid reimbursement rates.
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.
Comments
Support for expansion of BadgerCare and increased Medicaid reimbursement rates.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Health Services: Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Services; Facilities
Health Services: Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Services; Facilities
Notification Date
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.
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.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Public Instruction: Departmentwide
Public Instruction: Departmentwide
Notification Date
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.
Comments
Support for community-based mental health services in schools, First Episode Psychosis programs, early intervention and treatment and training for educators in Mental Health First Aid.
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.
Comments
Support for community-based mental health services in schools, First Episode Psychosis programs, early intervention and treatment and training for educators in Mental Health First Aid.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Support for LRB 3166/LRB 3416 relating to Crisis Program Enhancement Grants
Support for LRB 3166/LRB 3416 relating to Crisis Program Enhancement Grants
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
5/18/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
5/18/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Age of consent to refuse mental health treatments services by a minor.
Age of consent to refuse mental health treatments services by a minor.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
5/18/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
5/18/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Support for LRB-1660/P1 relating to behavioral health crisis service system, crisis hotline centers, and making an appropriation
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Support for LRB-1660/P1 relating to behavioral health crisis service system, crisis hotline centers, and making an appropriation
Support for LRB-1660/P1 relating to behavioral health crisis service system, crisis hotline centers, and making an appropriation
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
5/18/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
5/18/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Support for LRB 2237/1 and LRB 0004/1 banning conversion therapy with minors by licensed mental health professionals
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Support for LRB 2237/1 and LRB 0004/1 banning conversion therapy with minors by licensed mental health professionals
Support for LRB 2237/1 and LRB 0004/1 banning conversion therapy with minors by licensed mental health professionals
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
3/26/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
3/26/2021
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.
Support for LRB-0527/1 & LRB- 2233/1 relating to: grants to prevent suicide by firearm and making an appropriation.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Support for LRB-0527/1 & LRB- 2233/1 relating to: grants to prevent suicide by firearm and making an appropriation.
Support for LRB-0527/1 & LRB- 2233/1 relating to: grants to prevent suicide by firearm and making an appropriation.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
3/12/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The 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
3/12/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The 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
creating a grant program to fund crisis stabilization centers for adults across the state
creating a grant program to fund crisis stabilization centers for adults across the state
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/29/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/29/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Relating to mental health services in the state budget
Relating to mental health services in the state budget
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/29/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/29/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to expanding telehealth services and ensuring the benefit is covered by all health insurance providers
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Relating to expanding telehealth services and ensuring the benefit is covered by all health insurance providers
Relating to expanding telehealth services and ensuring the benefit is covered by all health insurance providers
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/29/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/29/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Creation of a 24/7/365 warmline in Wisconsin to provide information, referrals and emotional support to mental health consumers and families
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Creation of a 24/7/365 warmline in Wisconsin to provide information, referrals and emotional support to mental health consumers and families
Creation of a 24/7/365 warmline in Wisconsin to provide information, referrals and emotional support to mental health consumers and families
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/29/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/29/2021
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Total Lobbying Effort
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Lobbying Expenditures | 2021 January - June $1,409.10 |
2021 July - December $278.85 |
2022 January - June $0.00 |
2022 July - December $13,550.00 |
Total $15,237.95 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2021 January - June 21.00 |
2021 July - December 3.00 |
2022 January - June 0.00 |
2022 July - December 17.75 |
Total 41.75 |
| Total Hours Other | 2021 January - June 40.00 |
2021 July - December 2.00 |
2022 January - June 0.00 |
2022 July - December 80.00 |
Total 122.00 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Relating to: grants to prevent suicide by firearm and making an appropriation. (FE)
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June 1% |
2021 July - December 10% |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total 1% |
Relating to: grants for suicide prevention programming and making an appropriation. (FE)
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June 1% |
2021 July - December 10% |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total 1% |
Relating to: pay for performance grant requirements, housing navigator grants, use of public lands to provide temporary residence for the homeless, making an appropriation, and providing a penalty. (FE)
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December 5% |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: reimbursement of maternal mental health screenings under the Medical Assistance program and coverage of maternal mental health screenings by health policies and plans. (FE)
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December 5% |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: legislative and congressional redistricting. (FE)
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December 10% |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: coverage of telehealth services.
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December 10% |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: coverage of telehealth services.
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December 50% |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total 2% |
Budget Bill Subjects
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June 5% |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total 2% |
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June 5% |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total 2% |
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June 20% |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total 7% |
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June 20% |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total 7% |
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
No administrative rulemaking proceedings found.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June 1% |
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 1% |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Support for LRB 2237/1 and LRB 0004/1 banning conversion therapy with minors by licensed mental health professionals
| 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% |
Support for LRB-0527/1 & LRB- 2233/1 relating to: grants to prevent suicide by firearm and making an appropriation.
| 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% |
| 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 50% |
Total 30% |
Support for LRB-1660/P1 relating to behavioral health crisis service system, crisis hotline centers, and making an appropriation
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June 5% |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total 2% |
Creation of a 24/7/365 warmline in Wisconsin to provide information, referrals and emotional support to mental health consumers and families
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June 8% |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December 10% |
Total 9% |
Relating to expanding telehealth services and ensuring the benefit is covered by all health insurance providers
| 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% |
| 2021 January - June |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 January - June 20% |
2021 July - December |
2022 January - June |
2022 July - December 10% |
Total 13% |
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