The Alliance
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
A not-for-profit cooperative of employers moving health care forward by controlling costs, improving quality, and engaging individuals in their health.
Lobbying Interests:
Health care, health insurance and employer sponsored health benefits.
CEO Name:
Curt Kubiak
A not-for-profit cooperative of employers moving health care forward by controlling costs, improving quality, and engaging individuals in their health.
Lobbying Interests:
Health care, health insurance and employer sponsored health benefits.
CEO Name:
Curt Kubiak
Contact
CK
Curt Kubiak
PO Box 44365
Madison, WI 53744
(608) 210-6603
ckubiak@the-alliance.org
http://www.the-alliance.org
PO Box 44365
Madison, WI 53744
(608) 210-6603
ckubiak@the-alliance.org
http://www.the-alliance.org
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melissa Duffy | Exclusive Duties No | Authorized On 1/6/2023 | Withdrawn On N/A |
| Cheryl A DeMars | Exclusive Duties No | Authorized On 1/12/2023 | Withdrawn On 11/29/2023 |
Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 103
Relating to: application of prescription drug payments to health insurance cost-sharing requirements.
Bill Text and History
5/15/2023
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: application of prescription drug payments to health insurance cost-sharing requirements.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date5/15/2023
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 154
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
8/1/2023
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: 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
For
Notification Date8/1/2023
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 338
Relating to: price transparency in hospitals and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
8/1/2023
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: price transparency in hospitals and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date8/1/2023
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 773
Relating to: regulation of pharmacy benefit managers, fiduciary and disclosure requirements on pharmacy benefit managers, and application of prescription drug payments to health insurance cost-sharing requirements. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/12/2024
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: regulation of pharmacy benefit managers, fiduciary and disclosure requirements on pharmacy benefit managers, and application of prescription drug payments to health insurance cost-sharing requirements. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date2/12/2024
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.
Assembly Bill 953
Relating to: agreements for direct primary care.
Bill Text and History
1/29/2024
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: agreements for direct primary care.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date1/29/2024
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.
Assembly Bill 1008
Relating to: reducing or eliminating coinsurance and deductibles for health care expenses.
Bill Text and History
1/29/2024
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: reducing or eliminating coinsurance and deductibles for health care expenses.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date1/29/2024
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.
Assembly Bill 1074
Relating to: various changes to the worker's compensation law, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority.
Bill Text and History
2/9/2024
First Communication Date
2/8/2024
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Relating to: various changes to the worker's compensation law, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/9/2024
First Communication Date
2/8/2024
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Senate Bill 100
Relating to: application of prescription drug payments to health insurance cost-sharing requirements.
Bill Text and History
5/15/2023
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: application of prescription drug payments to health insurance cost-sharing requirements.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date5/15/2023
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 145
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
8/1/2023
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: 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
For
Notification Date8/1/2023
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 328
Relating to: price transparency in hospitals and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/19/2023
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: price transparency in hospitals and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/19/2023
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 737
Relating to: regulation of pharmacy benefit managers, fiduciary and disclosure requirements on pharmacy benefit managers, and application of prescription drug payments to health insurance cost-sharing requirements. (FE)
Bill Text and History
12/6/2023
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
We are opposed to this proposal as introduced due to provisions that would increase the cost of healthcare for employers and employees such as restrictions on mail order and the treatment of copay assistance programs
Relating to: regulation of pharmacy benefit managers, fiduciary and disclosure requirements on pharmacy benefit managers, and application of prescription drug payments to health insurance cost-sharing requirements. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date12/6/2023
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
We are opposed to this proposal as introduced due to provisions that would increase the cost of healthcare for employers and employees such as restrictions on mail order and the treatment of copay assistance programs
Senate Bill 905
Relating to: agreements for direct primary care.
Bill Text and History
1/29/2024
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: agreements for direct primary care.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date1/29/2024
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 963
Relating to: reducing or eliminating coinsurance and deductibles for health care expenses.
Bill Text and History
2/12/2024
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: reducing or eliminating coinsurance and deductibles for health care expenses.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date2/12/2024
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 992
Relating to: various changes to the worker's compensation law, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority.
Bill Text and History
2/9/2024
First Communication Date
2/8/2024
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Relating to: various changes to the worker's compensation law, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/9/2024
First Communication Date
2/8/2024
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
The competitiveness of Wisconsin's healthcare market: mergers, consolidation, anticompetitive behavior
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
The competitiveness of Wisconsin's healthcare market: mergers, consolidation, anticompetitive behavior
The competitiveness of Wisconsin's healthcare market: mergers, consolidation, anticompetitive behavior
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/6/2023
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/6/2023
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
The importance of a strong and objective All Payers Claims Database in Wisconsin
The importance of a strong and objective All Payers Claims Database in Wisconsin
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
5/9/2023
First Communication Date
5/5/2023
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
5/9/2023
First Communication Date
5/5/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB 2922, relating to hospital price transparency
LRB 2922, relating to hospital price transparency
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
5/9/2023
First Communication Date
5/3/2023
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
The Alliance supports this legislation
Legislative matter
Notification Date
5/9/2023
First Communication Date
5/3/2023
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
The Alliance supports this legislation
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB 1933, related to pharmaceutical company discount programs and their application to cost sharing
LRB 1933, related to pharmaceutical company discount programs and their application to cost sharing
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
2/15/2023
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
2/15/2023
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
Ideas to address high pharmaceutical prices
Ideas to address high pharmaceutical prices
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/6/2023
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/6/2023
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Ideas to address the high prices paid for health care services by Wisconsin employers and families
Ideas to address the high prices paid for health care services by Wisconsin employers and families
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/6/2023
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/6/2023
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Proposals to reform the Wisconsin's Workers' Compensation Program.
Proposals to reform the Wisconsin's Workers' Compensation Program.
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/6/2023
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/6/2023
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.
State financial support for the Wisconsin Health Information Organization (WHIO) which makes it possible for employer plans and other stakeholders to access data needed to understand cost and quality of healthcare delivered in Wisconsin
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
State financial support for the Wisconsin Health Information Organization (WHIO) which makes it possible for employer plans and other stakeholders to access data needed to understand cost and quality of healthcare delivered in Wisconsin
State financial support for the Wisconsin Health Information Organization (WHIO) which makes it possible for employer plans and other stakeholders to access data needed to understand cost and quality of healthcare delivered in Wisconsin
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/6/2023
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/6/2023
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Regulation of pharmacy benefits managers
Regulation of pharmacy benefits managers
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/6/2023
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.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/6/2023
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.
Total Lobbying Effort
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Lobbying Expenditures | 2023 January - June $30,018.68 |
2023 July - December $24,916.11 |
2024 January - June $19,775.00 |
Total $74,709.79 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2023 January - June 42.25 |
2023 July - December 41.25 |
2024 January - June 34.50 |
Total 118.00 |
| Total Hours Other | 2023 January - June 122.75 |
2023 July - December 102.00 |
2024 January - June 78.75 |
Total 303.50 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Relating to: price transparency in hospitals 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 20% |
2024 January - June 20% |
2024 July - December |
Total 14% |
Relating to: price transparency in hospitals and providing a penalty. (FE)
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December 3% |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: regulation of pharmacy benefit managers, fiduciary and disclosure requirements on pharmacy benefit managers, and application of prescription drug payments to health insurance cost-sharing requirements. (FE)
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December 3% |
2024 January - June 5% |
2024 July - December |
Total 2% |
Relating to: reducing or eliminating coinsurance and deductibles for health care expenses.
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June 1% |
2024 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: reducing or eliminating coinsurance and deductibles for health care expenses.
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June 1% |
2024 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: various changes to the worker's compensation law, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority.
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June 3% |
2024 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: agreements for direct primary care.
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June 3% |
2024 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: various changes to the worker's compensation law, extending the time limit for emergency rule procedures, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, and granting rule-making authority.
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June 3% |
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 2% |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total < 1% |
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June 3% |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total 1% |
| 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 4% |
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June 15% |
2023 July - December 5% |
2024 January - June 20% |
2024 July - December |
Total 13% |
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June 45% |
2023 July - December 35% |
2024 January - June 15% |
2024 July - December |
Total 34% |
| 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% |
State financial support for the Wisconsin Health Information Organization (WHIO) which makes it possible for employer plans and other stakeholders to access data needed to understand cost and quality of healthcare delivered in Wisconsin
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December 13% |
2024 January - June 20% |
2024 July - December |
Total 10% |
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