WEC Energy Group, Inc.

Registered Principal Details

Business Or Interest:
WEC Energy Group (NYSE: WEC), based in Milwaukee, is one of the nation's premier energy companies, serving 4.6 million customers in Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan and Minnesota. The company's principal utilities are We Energies, Wisconsin Public Service, Peoples Gas, North Shore Gas, Michigan Gas Utilities, Minnesota Energy Resources and Upper Michigan Energy Resources. Another major subsidiary, We Power, designs, builds and owns electric generating plants. In addition, WEC Infrastructure LLC owns a growing fleet of renewable generation facilities in the Midwest. WEC Energy Group (wecenergygroup.com) is a Fortune 500 company and a component of the S&P 500. The company has 38,000 stockholders of record, 7,000 employees and $39 billion of assets.

Lobbying Interests:
Any and all legislation and administrative rules affecting operation or governance of the public utility industry and activities related to or in support of the energy or energy related businesses. Any and all legislation and administrative rules affecting any of the businesses owned by WEC Energy Group.

CEO Name:
Scott Lauber

Contact
JMH
Joel M Haubrich
231 W Michigan St., P421
Milwaukee, WI 53203
(414) 221-4102
joel.haubrich@wecenergygroup.com
http://www.wecenergygroup.com/

Authorized Lobbyists

Lobbyist Name Exclusive Duties Authorized On Withdrawn On
Robert M Garvin Exclusive Duties Yes Authorized On 1/3/2023 Withdrawn On N/A
Mark Graul Exclusive Duties Yes Authorized On 1/3/2023 Withdrawn On N/A
Joel M Haubrich Exclusive Duties Yes Authorized On 1/3/2023 Withdrawn On N/A
Gregory Hubbard Exclusive Duties Yes Authorized On 1/3/2023 Withdrawn On N/A
Hannah Huffman Exclusive Duties Yes Authorized On 1/3/2023 Withdrawn On N/A
Christopher LaRowe Exclusive Duties Yes Authorized On 1/3/2023 Withdrawn On N/A
Forbes McIntosh Exclusive Duties Yes Authorized On 1/3/2023 Withdrawn On N/A
Daniel Romportl Exclusive Duties Yes Authorized On 1/3/2023 Withdrawn On N/A
AJ Wilson Exclusive Duties Yes Authorized On 1/3/2023 Withdrawn On N/A
Patrick Schillinger Exclusive Duties Yes Authorized On 7/13/2023 Withdrawn On N/A

Lobbying Interests

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

Assembly Bill 45
Assembly Bill 45
Relating to: restricting local regulation of utility service based on the type or source of energy. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/23/2023
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 46
Assembly Bill 46
Relating to: requiring notice to political subdivisions and landowners regarding proposed large solar energy facilities, requirements for applying for certificates for large solar electric generating facilities, joint development agreements related to larg...

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
2/23/2023
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 73
Assembly Bill 73
Relating to: changing the phase-out of utility aid payments for decommissioned power plants. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
3/1/2023
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 165
Assembly Bill 165
Relating to: the regulation of wind energy systems by local governments.

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
4/15/2023
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 245
Assembly Bill 245
Relating to: county and municipal aid; imposing a city sales tax and an additional county sales tax to pay the unfunded actuarial accrued liability of city and county retirement systems; requiring newly hired city and county employees of certain city agenc...

Bill Text and History

2023 Wisconsin Act 12

For
Notification Date
5/16/2023
First Communication Date
5/16/2023
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
Registering in support of AB 245.
Assembly Bill 258
Assembly Bill 258
Relating to: authorizing community solar programs and granting rule-making authority. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
5/9/2023
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 275
Assembly Bill 275
Relating to: damages claims relating to delayed relocation of utilities in a highway right-of-way and modifying administrative rules promulgated by the Department of Transportation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/18/2023
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 302
Assembly Bill 302
Relating to: a sales and use tax exemption for data center equipment or software. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
6/2/2023
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 47
Senate Bill 47
Relating to: requiring notice to political subdivisions and landowners regarding proposed large solar energy facilities, requirements for applying for certificates for large solar electric generating facilities, joint development agreements related to larg...

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
2/23/2023
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 49
Senate Bill 49
Relating to: restricting local regulation of utility service based on the type or source of energy. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/19/2023
First Communication Date
2/6/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Senate Bill 151
Senate Bill 151
Relating to: the regulation of wind energy systems by local governments.

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
4/15/2023
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 226
Senate Bill 226
Relating to: authorizing community solar programs and granting rule-making authority. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
4/15/2023
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 270
Senate Bill 270
Relating to: damages claims relating to delayed relocation of utilities in a highway right-of-way and modifying administrative rules promulgated by the Department of Transportation. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/9/2023
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 308
Senate Bill 308
Relating to: a sales and use tax exemption for data center equipment or software. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/25/2023
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

Production and Distribution of Energy
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Production and Distribution of Energy

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
12/13/2022
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.

Authorizing community solar programs.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Authorizing community solar programs.

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
12/13/2022
First Communication Date
1/3/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.

cost recovery mechanisms
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
cost recovery mechanisms

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
12/13/2022
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Electric vehicle (EV) charging methods and infrastructure programs
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Electric vehicle (EV) charging methods and infrastructure programs

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
12/13/2022
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Executive Appointments
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Executive Appointments

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
12/13/2022
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.

Lobbying to insure legislation does not reduce safety standards when excavating with power equipment near natural gas pipelines, electric transmission and distribution wires.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Lobbying to insure legislation does not reduce safety standards when excavating with power equipment near natural gas pipelines, electric transmission and distribution wires.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
12/13/2022
First Communication Date
2/8/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.

The deregulation of the electric utility industry or providing retail electric choice.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
The deregulation of the electric utility industry or providing retail electric choice.

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
12/13/2022
First Communication Date
1/15/2023
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
Total
Total Lobbying Expenditures 2023
January - June
$133,861.69
Total $133,861.69
Total Hours Communicating 2023
January - June
162.25
Total 162.25
Total Hours Other 2023
January - June
307.75
Total 307.75

Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

Relating to: a sales and use tax exemption for data center equipment or software. (FE)
2023
January - June
2023
July - December
2024
January - June
2024
July - December
Total
2023
January - June
1 %
2023
July - December
2024
January - June
2024
July - December
Total 1 %
Relating to: restricting local regulation of utility service based on the type or source of energy. (FE)
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 2 %
Relating to: changing the phase-out of utility aid payments for decommissioned power plants. (FE)
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 2 %
Relating to: county and municipal aid; imposing a city sales tax and an additional county sales tax to pay the unfunded actuarial accrued liability of city and county retirement systems; requiring newly hired city and county employees of certain city agencies and counties to be enrolled in the Wisconsin Retirement System; fire and police commissions of first class cities; eliminating the personal property tax; reporting certain crimes and other incidents that occur on school property or school transportation; advisory referenda; local health officers; local public protection services; exceptions to local levy limits; local regulation of certain quarry operations; emergency services; local approval of projects and activities under the Warren Knowles-Gaylord Nelson Stewardship 2000 Program; requiring a referendum; and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
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 2 %
Relating to: restricting local regulation of utility service based on the type or source of energy. (FE)
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 2 %
Relating to: the regulation of wind energy systems by local governments.
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 2 %
Relating to: a sales and use tax exemption for data center equipment or software. (FE)
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 2 %
Relating to: requiring notice to political subdivisions and landowners regarding proposed large solar energy facilities, requirements for applying for certificates for large solar electric generating facilities, joint development agreements related to large solar electric generating facilities, and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
2023
January - June
2023
July - December
2024
January - June
2024
July - December
Total
2023
January - June
4 %
2023
July - December
2024
January - June
2024
July - December
Total 4 %
Relating to: the regulation of wind energy systems by local governments.
2023
January - June
2023
July - December
2024
January - June
2024
July - December
Total
2023
January - June
4 %
2023
July - December
2024
January - June
2024
July - December
Total 4 %
Relating to: requiring notice to political subdivisions and landowners regarding proposed large solar energy facilities, requirements for applying for certificates for large solar electric generating facilities, joint development agreements related to large solar electric generating facilities, and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
2023
January - June
2023
July - December
2024
January - June
2024
July - December
Total
2023
January - June
4 %
2023
July - December
2024
January - June
2024
July - December
Total 4 %
Relating to: damages claims relating to delayed relocation of utilities in a highway right-of-way and modifying administrative rules promulgated by the Department of Transportation. (FE)
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 10 %
Relating to: damages claims relating to delayed relocation of utilities in a highway right-of-way and modifying administrative rules promulgated by the Department of Transportation. (FE)
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 10 %
Relating to: authorizing community solar programs and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
2023
January - June
2023
July - December
2024
January - June
2024
July - December
Total
2023
January - June
20 %
2023
July - December
2024
January - June
2024
July - December
Total 20 %
Relating to: authorizing community solar programs and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
2023
January - June
2023
July - December
2024
January - June
2024
July - December
Total
2023
January - June
20 %
2023
July - December
2024
January - June
2024
July - December
Total 20 %

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
3 %
2023
July - December
2024
January - June
2024
July - December
Total 3 %
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 10 %

Minor Efforts

(Time spent on matters each of which accounted for less than 10% of the organization's lobbying.)

Minor Efforts
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 2 %

Other Matters

No other matters found.

Filed Statements of Lobbying Activity and Expenditures