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
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/
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
Relating to: restricting local regulation of utility service based on the type or source of energy. (FE)
Bill Text and History
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.
Relating to: restricting local regulation of utility service based on the type or source of energy. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/23/2023
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
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
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.
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 Date2/23/2023
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
Relating to: changing the phase-out of utility aid payments for decommissioned power plants. (FE)
Bill Text and History
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.
Relating to: changing the phase-out of utility aid payments for decommissioned power plants. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/1/2023
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
Relating to: the regulation of wind energy systems by local governments.
Bill Text and History
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.
Relating to: the regulation of wind energy systems by local governments.
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date4/15/2023
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
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
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.
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 Date5/16/2023
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
Relating to: authorizing community solar programs and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
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.
Relating to: authorizing community solar programs and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date5/9/2023
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
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
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.
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 Date5/18/2023
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
Relating to: a sales and use tax exemption for data center equipment or software. (FE)
Bill Text and History
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.
Relating to: a sales and use tax exemption for data center equipment or software. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/2/2023
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
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
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.
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 Date2/23/2023
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
Relating to: restricting local regulation of utility service based on the type or source of energy. (FE)
Bill Text and History
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.
Relating to: restricting local regulation of utility service based on the type or source of energy. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/19/2023
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
Relating to: the regulation of wind energy systems by local governments.
Bill Text and History
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.
Relating to: the regulation of wind energy systems by local governments.
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date4/15/2023
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
Relating to: authorizing community solar programs and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
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.
Relating to: authorizing community solar programs and granting rule-making authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date4/15/2023
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
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
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.
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 Date5/9/2023
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
Relating to: a sales and use tax exemption for data center equipment or software. (FE)
Bill Text and History
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.
Relating to: a sales and use tax exemption for data center equipment or software. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date5/25/2023
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
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Production and Distribution of Energy
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.
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Authorizing community solar programs.
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.
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
cost recovery mechanisms
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.
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Electric vehicle (EV) charging methods and infrastructure programs
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.
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Executive Appointments
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.
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.
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.
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
The deregulation of the electric utility industry or providing retail electric choice.
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.
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.)
Other Matters
No other matters found.