River Alliance of Wisconsin
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
We represent anglers, paddlers, recreation-oriented businesses, Wisconsin citizens. Financial support comes from state and foundation grants as well as individual support.
Lobbying Interests:
State legislation and administrative rules relative to the use, management and protection of Wisconsin's fresh water resources.
We represent anglers, paddlers, recreation-oriented businesses, Wisconsin citizens. Financial support comes from state and foundation grants as well as individual support.
Lobbying Interests:
State legislation and administrative rules relative to the use, management and protection of Wisconsin's fresh water resources.
Contact
AMW
Allison M Werner
612 W. Main Street, STE 200
Madison, WI 53703
6082572424
awerner@wisconsinrivers.org
http://www.wisconsinrivers.org
612 W. Main Street, STE 200
Madison, WI 53703
6082572424
awerner@wisconsinrivers.org
http://www.wisconsinrivers.org
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michael Gus Robak-Tiboris | Exclusive Duties No | Authorized On 12/23/2022 | Withdrawn On N/A |
Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 44
Relating to: the responsibility of a property owner for discharge of a hazardous substance by another.
Bill Text and History
1/10/2024
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: the responsibility of a property owner for discharge of a hazardous substance by another.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date1/10/2024
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 64
Relating to: nitrate contamination and the well compensation grant program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
3/13/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Supporting Documentation
03132023_043044_SB58_AB64 RAW 3_23.pdf
Relating to: nitrate contamination and the well compensation grant program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/13/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Supporting Documentation
03132023_043044_SB58_AB64 RAW 3_23.pdf
Assembly Bill 220
Relating to: funding for the Fenwood Creek watershed pilot project. (FE)
Bill Text and History
5/4/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Relating to: funding for the Fenwood Creek watershed pilot project. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date5/4/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 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
5/23/2023
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: 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
Against
Notification Date5/23/2023
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 319
Relating to: asphalt or concrete plants at a nonmetallic mining site and modifying and creating administrative rules related to nonmetallic mining. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/13/2023
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: asphalt or concrete plants at a nonmetallic mining site and modifying and creating administrative rules related to nonmetallic mining. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date6/13/2023
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 320
Relating to: permits for constructing or enlarging artificial water bodies for the purpose of nonmetallic mining reclamation and modifying administrative rules promulgated by the Department of Natural Resources.
Bill Text and History
6/13/2023
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: permits for constructing or enlarging artificial water bodies for the purpose of nonmetallic mining reclamation and modifying administrative rules promulgated by the Department of Natural Resources.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date6/13/2023
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 579
Relating to: use of fill in commercial waterways and Great Lakes waters.
Bill Text and History
11/30/2023
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: use of fill in commercial waterways and Great Lakes waters.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date11/30/2023
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 655
Relating to: a transition to grass pilot program and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
11/29/2023
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 transition to grass pilot program and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date11/29/2023
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 656
Relating to: the regulation of wakesurfing and wakeboarding.
Bill Text and History
11/29/2023
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 wakesurfing and wakeboarding.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date11/29/2023
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 881
Relating to: town withdrawals from county zoning and the effect of a jurisdiction change on zoning provisions.
Bill Text and History
2/2/2024
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: town withdrawals from county zoning and the effect of a jurisdiction change on zoning provisions.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date2/2/2024
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 1036
Relating to: changes to certain nonresident hunting, trapping, and fishing approval fees. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/2/2024
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: changes to certain nonresident hunting, trapping, and fishing approval fees. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/2/2024
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 Joint Resolution 6
Relating to: the appropriation authority of the legislature and the allocation of moneys Wisconsin receives from the federal government (second consideration).
Bill Text and History
9/11/2023
First Communication Date
6/11/2024
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: the appropriation authority of the legislature and the allocation of moneys Wisconsin receives from the federal government (second consideration).
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date9/11/2023
First Communication Date
6/11/2024
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 58
Relating to: nitrate contamination and the well compensation grant program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
3/13/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Supporting Documentation
03132023_042941_SB58_AB64 RAW 3_23.pdf
Relating to: nitrate contamination and the well compensation grant program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/13/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Supporting Documentation
03132023_042941_SB58_AB64 RAW 3_23.pdf
Senate Bill 59
Relating to: eligibility for producer-led watershed, lake, and river protection grants. (FE)
Bill Text and History
3/13/2023
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: eligibility for producer-led watershed, lake, and river protection grants. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/13/2023
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 96
Relating to: participation in a riot and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
3/13/2023
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: participation in a riot and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date3/13/2023
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 220
Relating to: funding for the Fenwood Creek watershed pilot project. (FE)
Bill Text and History
5/4/2023
First Communication Date
5/4/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Relating to: funding for the Fenwood Creek watershed pilot project. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date5/4/2023
First Communication Date
5/4/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Senate Bill 301
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
5/23/2023
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: 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
Against
Notification Date5/23/2023
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 312
Relating to: programs and requirements to address perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances.
Bill Text and History
6/5/2023
First Communication Date
6/5/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Supporting Documentation
06052023_092623_RiverAllianceofWisconsin2023SB312 testimony.pdf
10112023_100807_RiverAllianceofWIStatement_SB312_PFAS bill needs changes.pdf
Relating to: programs and requirements to address perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date6/5/2023
First Communication Date
6/5/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Supporting Documentation
06052023_092623_RiverAllianceofWisconsin2023SB312 testimony.pdf
10112023_100807_RiverAllianceofWIStatement_SB312_PFAS bill needs changes.pdf
Senate Bill 541
Relating to: use of fill in commercial waterways and Great Lakes waters.
Bill Text and History
2023 Wisconsin Act 247
11/29/2023
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: use of fill in commercial waterways and Great Lakes waters.
Bill Text and History
2023 Wisconsin Act 247
Against
Notification Date11/29/2023
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 619
Relating to: a transition to grass pilot program and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
1/25/2024
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: a transition to grass pilot program and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date1/25/2024
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 680
Relating to: the regulation of wakesurfing and wakeboarding.
Bill Text and History
11/29/2023
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 wakesurfing and wakeboarding.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date11/29/2023
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 826
Relating to: town withdrawals from county zoning and the effect of a jurisdiction change on zoning provisions.
Bill Text and History
2023 Wisconsin Act 264
2/2/2024
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: town withdrawals from county zoning and the effect of a jurisdiction change on zoning provisions.
Bill Text and History
2023 Wisconsin Act 264
Against
Notification Date2/2/2024
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.
Budget Bill Subjects
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Natural Resources: Departmentwide
Natural Resources: Departmentwide
Notification Date
12/18/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
12/18/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
PFAS- Groundwater standard
PFAS- Groundwater standard
Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
12/21/2022
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.
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
12/21/2022
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
Sulfide mining
Sulfide mining
Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
12/21/2022
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.
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
12/21/2022
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
Water Quality Task Force
Water Quality Task Force
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
12/21/2022
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
12/21/2022
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
State budget
State budget
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
12/21/2022
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
12/21/2022
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.
Total Lobbying Effort
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Lobbying Expenditures | 2023 January - June $1,360.16 |
2023 July - December $508.87 |
2024 January - June $664.41 |
Total $2,533.44 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2023 January - June 9.00 |
2023 July - December 1.00 |
2024 January - June 4.50 |
Total 14.50 |
| Total Hours Other | 2023 January - June 7.50 |
2023 July - December 6.00 |
2024 January - June 0.00 |
Total 13.50 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Relating to: funding for the Fenwood Creek watershed pilot project. (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: programs and requirements to address perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances.
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June 99% |
2023 July - December 50% |
2024 January - June 50% |
2024 July - December |
Total 79% |
Relating to: the appropriation authority of the legislature and the allocation of moneys Wisconsin receives from the federal government (second consideration).
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June 50% |
2024 July - December |
Total 7% |
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 |
2023 July - December 50% |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total 13% |
Minor Efforts
No minor efforts found.
Other Matters
No other matters found.