American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists - WI Section
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
Legislative proposals related to women's health, physician workforce, patient-physician relationship and Medicaid.
Lobbying Interests:
Legislative proposals related to women's health, physician workforce, patient-physician relationship and Medicaid.
Legislative proposals related to women's health, physician workforce, patient-physician relationship and Medicaid.
Lobbying Interests:
Legislative proposals related to women's health, physician workforce, patient-physician relationship and Medicaid.
Contact
RL
Rebecca Liebers
563 Carter Court, Suite B
Kimberly, WI 54316
(608) 255-0566
rzelenkova@hwz-gov.com
http://www.acog.org
563 Carter Court, Suite B
Kimberly, WI 54316
(608) 255-0566
rzelenkova@hwz-gov.com
http://www.acog.org
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ramie Zelenkova | Exclusive Duties No | Authorized On 12/28/2022 | Withdrawn On N/A |
| Katie White | Exclusive Duties No | Authorized On 12/28/2022 | Withdrawn On N/A |
Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 114
Relating to: extension of eligibility under the Medical Assistance program for postpartum women. (FE)
Bill Text and History
3/22/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Supporting Documentation
03222023_034328_2023 Postpartum Coalition Memo.pdf
Relating to: extension of eligibility under the Medical Assistance program for postpartum women. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/22/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Supporting Documentation
03222023_034328_2023 Postpartum Coalition Memo.pdf
Assembly Bill 125
Relating to: requiring informed consent before performing a pelvic examination on a patient who is under general anesthesia or unconscious.
Bill Text and History
4/4/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Relating to: requiring informed consent before performing a pelvic examination on a patient who is under general anesthesia or unconscious.
Bill Text and History
Undisclosed
Notification Date4/4/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 176
Relating to: permitting pharmacists to prescribe certain contraceptives, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
4/24/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Relating to: permitting pharmacists to prescribe certain contraceptives, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date4/24/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 218
Relating to: eliminating certain abortion prohibitions.
Bill Text and History
5/26/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Relating to: eliminating certain abortion prohibitions.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date5/26/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 226
Relating to: exemptions to the sale of diapers and feminine hygiene products. (FE)
Bill Text and History
9/17/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Would encourage the addition of breast feeding pumps and supplies.
Relating to: exemptions to the sale of diapers and feminine hygiene products. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date9/17/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Would encourage the addition of breast feeding pumps and supplies.
Assembly Bill 247
Relating to: prohibitions on the use of public employees and public property for activities relating to abortion. (FE)
Bill Text and History
5/26/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Relating to: prohibitions on the use of public employees and public property for activities relating to abortion. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date5/26/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 399
Relating to: a sales and use tax exemption for various items used in the care of babies. (FE)
Bill Text and History
9/18/2023
First Communication Date
9/17/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Comments
Encourages the addition of feminine hygiene and incontinence products.
Relating to: a sales and use tax exemption for various items used in the care of babies. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date9/18/2023
First Communication Date
9/17/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Comments
Encourages the addition of feminine hygiene and incontinence products.
Assembly Bill 465
Relating to: prohibiting gender transition medical intervention for individuals under 18 years of age.
Bill Text and History
10/6/2023
First Communication Date
10/4/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Supporting Documentation
10062023_011950_GHC AB 465 FINAL 10 03 23 citations.pdf
Relating to: prohibiting gender transition medical intervention for individuals under 18 years of age.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date10/6/2023
First Communication Date
10/4/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Supporting Documentation
10062023_011950_GHC AB 465 FINAL 10 03 23 citations.pdf
Assembly Bill 975
Relating to: abortion if the probable postfertilization age of an unborn child is 14 or more weeks and requiring a referendum. (FE)
Bill Text and History
1/22/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Relating to: abortion if the probable postfertilization age of an unborn child is 14 or more weeks and requiring a referendum. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date1/22/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 110
Relating to: extension of eligibility under the Medical Assistance program for postpartum women. (FE)
Bill Text and History
3/8/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Supporting Documentation
03222023_034403_2023 Postpartum Coalition Memo.pdf
Relating to: extension of eligibility under the Medical Assistance program for postpartum women. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/8/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Supporting Documentation
03222023_034403_2023 Postpartum Coalition Memo.pdf
Senate Bill 121
Relating to: coverage of breast cancer screenings by the Medical Assistance program and health insurance policies and plans. (FE)
Bill Text and History
7/11/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The 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 breast cancer screenings by the Medical Assistance program and health insurance policies and plans. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date7/11/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The 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 127
Relating to: requiring informed consent before performing a pelvic examination on a patient who is under general anesthesia or unconscious.
Bill Text and History
4/4/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Relating to: requiring informed consent before performing a pelvic examination on a patient who is under general anesthesia or unconscious.
Bill Text and History
Undisclosed
Notification Date4/4/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 211
Relating to: permitting pharmacists to prescribe certain contraceptives, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
4/4/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Relating to: permitting pharmacists to prescribe certain contraceptives, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date4/4/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 298
Relating to: eliminating certain abortion prohibitions.
Bill Text and History
5/26/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Relating to: eliminating certain abortion prohibitions.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date5/26/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 300
Relating to: prohibitions on the use of public employees and public property for activities relating to abortion. (FE)
Bill Text and History
5/26/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Relating to: prohibitions on the use of public employees and public property for activities relating to abortion. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date5/26/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 343
Relating to: the definition of abortion.
Bill Text and History
9/17/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The 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 definition of abortion.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date9/17/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The 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 345
Relating to: grants to Choose Life Wisconsin and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
9/17/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The 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 Choose Life Wisconsin and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date9/17/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The 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 388
Relating to: a sales and use tax exemption for various items used in the care of babies. (FE)
Bill Text and History
9/18/2023
First Communication Date
9/17/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Comments
Encourages the addition of feminine hygiene and incontinence products.
Relating to: a sales and use tax exemption for various items used in the care of babies. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date9/18/2023
First Communication Date
9/17/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Comments
Encourages the addition of feminine hygiene and incontinence products.
Senate Bill 479
Relating to: a civil cause of action for a minor injured by a gender transition procedure.
Bill Text and History
10/11/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Relating to: a civil cause of action for a minor injured by a gender transition procedure.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date10/11/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 480
Relating to: prohibiting gender transition medical intervention for individuals under 18 years of age.
Bill Text and History
10/11/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Relating to: prohibiting gender transition medical intervention for individuals under 18 years of age.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date10/11/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Pharmacist Prescribing
Pharmacist Prescribing
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
2/4/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
2/4/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Access to Abortion Care
Access to Abortion Care
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
2/4/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
2/4/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Postpartum Medicaid Extension
Postpartum Medicaid Extension
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
2/4/2023
First Communication Date
2/1/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
2/4/2023
First Communication Date
2/1/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Total Lobbying Effort
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Lobbying Expenditures | 2023 January - June $13,855.00 |
2023 July - December $13,721.55 |
2024 January - June $13,200.00 |
Total $40,776.55 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2023 January - June 19.75 |
2023 July - December 16.00 |
2024 January - June 7.00 |
Total 42.75 |
| Total Hours Other | 2023 January - June 36.00 |
2023 July - December 66.25 |
2024 January - June 27.25 |
Total 129.50 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Relating to: requiring informed consent before performing a pelvic examination on a patient who is under general anesthesia or unconscious.
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June 2% |
2023 July - December 5% |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total 3% |
Relating to: requiring informed consent before performing a pelvic examination on a patient who is under general anesthesia or unconscious.
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June 3% |
2023 July - December 2% |
2024 January - June 5% |
2024 July - December |
Total 3% |
Relating to: permitting pharmacists to prescribe certain contraceptives, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty. (FE)
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June 5% |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total 2% |
Relating to: permitting pharmacists to prescribe certain contraceptives, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty. (FE)
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June 5% |
2023 July - December 10% |
2024 January - June 5% |
2024 July - December |
Total 8% |
Relating to: extension of eligibility under the Medical Assistance program for postpartum women. (FE)
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June 10% |
2023 July - December 20% |
2024 January - June 40% |
2024 July - December |
Total 21% |
Relating to: extension of eligibility under the Medical Assistance program for postpartum women. (FE)
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June 50% |
2023 July - December 10% |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total 21% |
Relating to: exemptions to the sale of diapers and feminine hygiene products. (FE)
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December 2% |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total 1% |
Relating to: a sales and use tax exemption for various items used in the care of babies. (FE)
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December 2% |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total 1% |
Relating to: coverage of breast cancer screenings by the Medical Assistance program and health insurance policies and plans. (FE)
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December 2% |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total 1% |
Relating to: a civil cause of action for a minor injured by a gender transition procedure.
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December 5% |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total 2% |
Relating to: prohibiting gender transition medical intervention for individuals under 18 years of age.
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December 10% |
2024 January - June 5% |
2024 July - December |
Total 6% |
Relating to: prohibiting gender transition medical intervention for individuals under 18 years of age.
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December 10% |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total 5% |
Relating to: abortion if the probable postfertilization age of an unborn child is 14 or more weeks and requiring a referendum. (FE)
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June 5% |
2024 July - December |
Total 1% |
Budget Bill Subjects
No budget bill subjects found.
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
No administrative rulemaking proceedings found.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June 10% |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total 3% |
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