American Lung Association of Wisconsin Inc
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
Conquest of lung disease and promotion of lung health through education, research & advocacy.
Lobbying Interests:
The American Lung Assn of Wisconsin supports legislative initiatives to enhance awareness and compliance with federal, state and local tobacco control policies, clean air standards and public health measures. Specific activities include raising the state cigarette tax, creation of the Thomas Melvin campaign to fund anti-tobacco awareness activities, allowing school children with asthma to carry their inhaled medications in school, revising the tuberculosis standards, and appropriation of tobacco settlement funds for use reduction programs
CEO Name:
Margaret MacLeod Brahm
Director of Public Policy and Communications
Conquest of lung disease and promotion of lung health through education, research & advocacy.
Lobbying Interests:
The American Lung Assn of Wisconsin supports legislative initiatives to enhance awareness and compliance with federal, state and local tobacco control policies, clean air standards and public health measures. Specific activities include raising the state cigarette tax, creation of the Thomas Melvin campaign to fund anti-tobacco awareness activities, allowing school children with asthma to carry their inhaled medications in school, revising the tuberculosis standards, and appropriation of tobacco settlement funds for use reduction programs
CEO Name:
Margaret MacLeod Brahm
Director of Public Policy and Communications
Contact
DW
Dona Wininsky
13100 W Lisbon Rd, Ste 700
Brookfield, WI 53005-2508
(262) 703-4841
(262) 781-5180
dwininsky@lungwisconsin.org
www.lungusa.org
13100 W Lisbon Rd, Ste 700
Brookfield, WI 53005-2508
(262) 703-4841
(262) 781-5180
dwininsky@lungwisconsin.org
www.lungusa.org
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
|---|
Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 15
relating to: ethanol requirements in automotive gasoline, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
10/10/2005
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: ethanol requirements in automotive gasoline, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date10/10/2005
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 310
relating to: prohibiting smoking in the vicinity of the state capitol building.
Bill Text and History
5/16/2005
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 smoking in the vicinity of the state capitol building.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date5/16/2005
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 414
relating to: smoking in restaurants and bowling centers and the regulation of smoking by counties, cities, villages, and towns.
Bill Text and History
5/12/2005
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: smoking in restaurants and bowling centers and the regulation of smoking by counties, cities, villages, and towns.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date5/12/2005
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 653
relating to: providing a penalty for the possession of a cigarette or tobacco product by a minor.
Bill Text and History
12/2/2005
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: providing a penalty for the possession of a cigarette or tobacco product by a minor.
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date12/2/2005
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 720
relating to: requiring each school district to adopt a policy on the idling of school buses.
Bill Text and History
10/10/2005
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 each school district to adopt a policy on the idling of school buses.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/10/2005
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 809
relating to: creating an income and franchise tax credit for motor vehicles that use gasoline and ethanol mixtures as fuel.
Bill Text and History
12/2/2005
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: creating an income and franchise tax credit for motor vehicles that use gasoline and ethanol mixtures as fuel.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date12/2/2005
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 1132
relating to: the possession and use of inhalers in private schools.
Bill Text and History
2005 Wisconsin Act 398
4/3/2006
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: the possession and use of inhalers in private schools.
Bill Text and History
2005 Wisconsin Act 398
For
Notification Date4/3/2006
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 199
relating to: indoor places where smoking is prohibited, designating smoking areas in indoor places where smoking is generally prohibited, and smoking outside the state capitol building.
Bill Text and History
5/12/2005
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: indoor places where smoking is prohibited, designating smoking areas in indoor places where smoking is generally prohibited, and smoking outside the state capitol building.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date5/12/2005
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 202
relating to: smoking in restaurants and bowling centers and the regulation of smoking by counties, cities, villages, and towns.
Bill Text and History
5/12/2005
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: smoking in restaurants and bowling centers and the regulation of smoking by counties, cities, villages, and towns.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date5/12/2005
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: increasing the tax rates on the sale of cigarettes and chewing tobacco and using revenue from the increased tax rates for tobacco use control grants and the Medical Assistance trust fund.
Bill Text and History
5/25/2005
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: increasing the tax rates on the sale of cigarettes and chewing tobacco and using revenue from the increased tax rates for tobacco use control grants and the Medical Assistance trust fund.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date5/25/2005
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 325
relating to: indoor environmental quality in schools and granting rule-making authority.
Bill Text and History
10/10/2005
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: indoor environmental quality in schools and granting rule-making authority.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/10/2005
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 398
relating to: establishing fire safety standards for cigarettes, granting rule-making authority, making an appropriation, and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
12/2/2005
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: establishing fire safety standards for cigarettes, granting rule-making authority, making an appropriation, and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date12/2/2005
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 430
relating to: prohibiting smoking in places of employment, restaurants, taverns, and other indoor areas.
Bill Text and History
12/2/2005
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 smoking in places of employment, restaurants, taverns, and other indoor areas.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date12/2/2005
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 459
relating to: administration and funding of programs for utility public benefits; renewable energy requirements for utilities and retail electric cooperatives; energy efficiency requirements for state construction; revising and reviewing the state energy co...
Bill Text and History
2005 Wisconsin Act 141
12/2/2005
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: administration and funding of programs for utility public benefits; renewable energy requirements for utilities and retail electric cooperatives; energy efficiency requirements for state construction; revising and reviewing the state energy co...
Bill Text and History
2005 Wisconsin Act 141
None
Notification Date12/2/2005
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 723
the motor vehicle fuel tax imposed on gasoline that contains at least 85 percent ethanol, prohibiting charging an excessive price for gasoline that contains at least 85 percent ethanol, prohibiting discrimination against a retailer of gasoline that contain...
Bill Text and History
5/22/2006
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
The ALA/W supports the fuel tax reduction for E85, but doesn't support an increase in the regular fuel tax. Based on net energy content, E85 users are "overtaxed" and switching to E85 will not create a revenue loss for the state.
the motor vehicle fuel tax imposed on gasoline that contains at least 85 percent ethanol, prohibiting charging an excessive price for gasoline that contains at least 85 percent ethanol, prohibiting discrimination against a retailer of gasoline that contain...
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date5/22/2006
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
The ALA/W supports the fuel tax reduction for E85, but doesn't support an increase in the regular fuel tax. Based on net energy content, E85 users are "overtaxed" and switching to E85 will not create a revenue loss for the state.
Budget Bill Subjects
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Health and Family Services: Health
Health and Family Services: Health
Notification Date
3/21/2005
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
Increasing the cigarette tax to fund statewide tobacco control program and health programs
3/21/2005
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
Increasing the cigarette tax to fund statewide tobacco control program and health programs
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Health and Family Services: Medical Assistance
Health and Family Services: Medical Assistance
Notification Date
3/21/2005
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.
3/21/2005
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
Relating to possible tax incentives for alternative fuel vehicles, station infrastructure and fuels.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Relating to possible tax incentives for alternative fuel vehicles, station infrastructure and fuels.
Relating to possible tax incentives for alternative fuel vehicles, station infrastructure and fuels.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
12/28/2006
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
12/28/2006
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.
Amend statutes to allow children with asthma attending private and charter schools to carry and self-administer rescue medications as needed
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Amend statutes to allow children with asthma attending private and charter schools to carry and self-administer rescue medications as needed
Amend statutes to allow children with asthma attending private and charter schools to carry and self-administer rescue medications as needed
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
3/21/2005
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
3/21/2005
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
Establish stricter clean indoor air laws for public places and places of employment
Establish stricter clean indoor air laws for public places and places of employment
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule
Notification Date
3/21/2005
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
3/21/2005
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.
Increasing the state cigarette tax by 85 cents and dedicating the revenues to tobacco prevention/cessation programs and other health care programs
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Increasing the state cigarette tax by 85 cents and dedicating the revenues to tobacco prevention/cessation programs and other health care programs
Increasing the state cigarette tax by 85 cents and dedicating the revenues to tobacco prevention/cessation programs and other health care programs
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
2/2/2005
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
2/2/2005
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
Relating to possible state legislation to prevent smoking in all workplaces and public places.
Relating to possible state legislation to prevent smoking in all workplaces and public places.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
2/2/2005
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
2/2/2005
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 production and implementation of a statewide asthma action plan.
The production and implementation of a statewide asthma action plan.
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative Matter and Rule
Notification Date
2/2/2005
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
2/2/2005
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.
Total Lobbying Effort
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Lobbying Expenditures | 2005 January - June $5,905.31 |
2005 July - December $2,583.24 |
2006 January - June $6,784.52 |
2006 July - December $3,363.73 |
Total $18,636.80 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2005 January - June 35.00 |
2005 July - December 16.75 |
2006 January - June 26.75 |
2006 July - December 7.20 |
Total 85.70 |
| Total Hours Other | 2005 January - June 111.75 |
2005 July - December 86.25 |
2006 January - June 111.75 |
2006 July - December 88.05 |
Total 397.80 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
relating to: indoor places where smoking is prohibited, designating smoking areas in indoor places where smoking is generally prohibited, and smoking outside the state capitol building.
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 January - June 21% |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total 6% |
relating to: smoking in restaurants and bowling centers and the regulation of smoking by counties, cities, villages, and towns.
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 January - June 22% |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June 8% |
2006 July - December |
Total 9% |
relating to: smoking in restaurants and bowling centers and the regulation of smoking by counties, cities, villages, and towns.
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 January - June 28% |
2005 July - December 20% |
2006 January - June 25% |
2006 July - December |
Total 20% |
relating to: indoor environmental quality in schools and granting rule-making authority.
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December 5% |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total 1% |
relating to: ethanol requirements in automotive gasoline, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-making authority, and providing a penalty.
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December 10% |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total 2% |
relating to: requiring each school district to adopt a policy on the idling of school buses.
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December 10% |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total 2% |
relating to: creating an income and franchise tax credit for motor vehicles that use gasoline and ethanol mixtures as fuel.
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December 15% |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total 3% |
relating to: prohibiting smoking in places of employment, restaurants, taverns, and other indoor areas.
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December 20% |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total 4% |
relating to: the possession and use of inhalers in private schools.
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June 49% |
2006 July - December |
Total 14% |
Budget Bill Subjects
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 January - June 5% |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total 1% |
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 January - June 15% |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total 5% |
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
No administrative rulemaking proceedings found.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
Amend statutes to allow children with asthma attending private and charter schools to carry and self-administer rescue medications as needed
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 January - June 9% |
2005 July - December 20% |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total 7% |
Relating to possible tax incentives for alternative fuel vehicles, station infrastructure and fuels.
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December 9% |
Total 2% |
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December 28% |
Total 6% |
Increasing the state cigarette tax by 85 cents and dedicating the revenues to tobacco prevention/cessation programs and other health care programs
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 January - June |
2005 July - December |
2006 January - June |
2006 July - December 63% |
Total 12% |
Minor Efforts
(Time spent on matters each of which accounted for less than 10% of the organization's lobbying.)
Other Matters
No other matters found.