Wisconsin Hospital Association

Registered Principal Details

Business Or Interest:
Hospitals and health care

Lobbying Interests:
WHA may attempt to influence legislation and rules affecting hospitals and other health care providers as well as community health in general.

CEO Name:
Eric Borgerding

Contact
MS
Matthew Stanford
PO Box 259038
Madison, WI 537259038
(608) 274-1820
mstanford@wha.org
http://www.wha.org

Authorized Lobbyists

Lobbyist Name Exclusive Duties Authorized On Withdrawn On
Matthew Stanford Exclusive Duties No Authorized On 12/23/2022 Withdrawn On N/A
Peter Kammer Exclusive Duties Yes Authorized On 12/28/2022 Withdrawn On N/A
Laura J Leitch Exclusive Duties No Authorized On 12/28/2022 Withdrawn On N/A
Kyle O'Brien Exclusive Duties No Authorized On 12/28/2022 Withdrawn On N/A
Nels A Rude Exclusive Duties Yes Authorized On 12/28/2022 Withdrawn On N/A
Joanne Alig Exclusive Duties No Authorized On 1/3/2023 Withdrawn On N/A
Eric Borgerding Exclusive Duties No Authorized On 1/3/2023 Withdrawn On N/A
Jon Hoelter Exclusive Duties No Authorized On 1/3/2023 Withdrawn On N/A
Ann M Zenk Exclusive Duties No Authorized On 1/3/2023 Withdrawn On N/A
Nicole Burns Exclusive Duties Yes Authorized On 1/6/2023 Withdrawn On N/A
Annie Early Exclusive Duties Yes Authorized On 1/6/2023 Withdrawn On N/A
George Ermert Exclusive Duties Yes Authorized On 1/6/2023 Withdrawn On N/A
Jeremey J Shepherd Exclusive Duties Yes Authorized On 1/6/2023 Withdrawn On N/A
Kenneth Walsh Exclusive Duties Yes Authorized On 1/6/2023 Withdrawn On N/A

Lobbying Interests

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

Assembly Bill 32
Assembly Bill 32
Relating to: creating an individual income tax deduction for certain income earned by an individual from the practice of psychiatry or from providing psychiatric or mental health services. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
3/14/2023
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 114
Assembly Bill 114
Relating to: extension of eligibility under the Medical Assistance program for postpartum women. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
3/27/2023
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 125
Assembly Bill 125
Relating to: requiring informed consent before performing a pelvic examination on a patient who is under general anesthesia or unconscious.

Bill Text and History

Undisclosed
Notification Date
4/4/2023
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 144
Assembly Bill 144
Relating to: preliminary health care credentials granted to previously unlicensed individuals. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
4/7/2023
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 185
Assembly Bill 185
Relating to: requiring use of the electronic system of vital records for medical certifications of death.

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
4/26/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Please see attached memo to the Leg Council Study Committee on Uniform Death Reporting Standards for detail on WHA's position.
Supporting Documentation
04262023_031029_2022 11 14 WHA Letter re Study Committee Recommendations - FINAL.pdf

Assembly Bill 202
Assembly Bill 202
Relating to: investigations of conviction records by the Department of Safety and Professional Services for purposes of determining eligibility for credentials and granting rule-making authority. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/10/2023
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 204
Assembly Bill 204
Relating to: renewal dates and continuing education requirements for certain credentials issued by the Department of Safety and Professional Services and credentialing boards and granting rule-making authority. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
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.
Assembly Bill 205
Assembly Bill 205
Relating to: practice of certain professions by credential holders from other states. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
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.
Assembly Bill 257
Assembly Bill 257
Relating to: patients' and residents' rights to visitors in a health care facility, restricting visitation, and liability for the actions of visitors.

Bill Text and History

Undisclosed
Notification Date
7/3/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 338
Assembly Bill 338
Relating to: price transparency in hospitals and providing a penalty. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
7/3/2023
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 31
Senate Bill 31
Relating to: creating an individual income tax deduction for certain income earned by an individual from the practice of psychiatry or from providing psychiatric or mental health services. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
3/14/2023
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 110
Senate Bill 110
Relating to: extension of eligibility under the Medical Assistance program for postpartum women. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
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.
Senate Bill 127
Senate Bill 127
Relating to: requiring informed consent before performing a pelvic examination on a patient who is under general anesthesia or unconscious.

Bill Text and History

Undisclosed
Notification Date
4/4/2023
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.
Senate Bill 158
Senate Bill 158
Relating to: preliminary health care credentials granted to previously unlicensed individuals. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
4/4/2023
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.
Senate Bill 174
Senate Bill 174
Relating to: requiring use of the electronic system of vital records for medical certifications of death.

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
4/26/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Comments
Please see attached memo to the Leg Council Study Committee on Uniform Death Reporting Standards for detail on WHA's position.
Supporting Documentation
04262023_031157_2022 11 14 WHA Letter re Study Committee Recommendations - FINAL.pdf

Senate Bill 191
Senate Bill 191
Relating to: investigations of conviction records by the Department of Safety and Professional Services for purposes of determining eligibility for credentials and granting rule-making authority. (FE)

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
5/10/2023
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 257
Senate Bill 257
Relating to: patients' and residents' rights to visitors in a health care facility, restricting visitation, and liability for the actions of visitors.

Bill Text and History

Undisclosed
Notification Date
7/3/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 328
Senate Bill 328
Relating to: price transparency in hospitals and providing a penalty. (FE)

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
6/20/2023
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.

Budget Bill Subjects

Employee Trust Funds
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Employee Trust Funds

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.

General Provisions
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
General Provisions

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.

Health Services: Departmentwide
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Health Services: Departmentwide

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.

Health Services: Medicaid Services
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Health Services: Medicaid Services

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.

Health Services: Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Services; Facilities
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Health Services: Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Services; Facilities

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.

Insurance: Departmentwide
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Insurance: Departmentwide

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.

Insurance: Injured Patients and Families Compensation Fund
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Insurance: Injured Patients and Families Compensation Fund

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.

Safety and Professional Services: Professional Regulation and Administrative Services
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Safety and Professional Services: Professional Regulation and Administrative Services

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.

University of Wisconsin System
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
University of Wisconsin System

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.

Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation

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.

Workforce Development: Workforce Development
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Workforce Development: Workforce Development

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.

Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings

Screening of newborns for congenital disorders
Agency Name
Department of Health Services (DHS)
Subject
Screening of newborns for congenital disorders
Scope Statement
SS 056_23
Against
Notification Date
8/15/2023
First Communication Date
8/10/2023
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
08152023_090637_2023 08 10 NBS scope statement comments.pdf

Military medical personnel
Agency Name
Medical Examining Board (Med)
Subject
Military medical personnel
Scope Statement
SS 044_22
Undisclosed
Notification Date
2/8/2023
First Communication Date
2/7/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.

Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number

Appointment of Kirsten Johnson as Secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Health Services
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Appointment of Kirsten Johnson as Secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Health Services

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
9/27/2023
First Communication Date
9/27/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.

Appointment of Bob Van Meeteren to the WHEFA Board
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Appointment of Bob Van Meeteren to the WHEFA Board

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
9/27/2023
First Communication Date
9/20/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.

LRB 2922/2 relating to: price transparency in hospitals and providing a penalty.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB 2922/2 relating to: price transparency in hospitals and providing a penalty.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
5/3/2023
First Communication Date
5/3/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.

LRB 2481/1 and LRB 2785/1: relating to patients' and residents' rights to visitors in a health are facility, restricting visitation, and liability for the actions of visitors.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB 2481/1 and LRB 2785/1: relating to patients' and residents' rights to visitors in a health are facility, restricting visitation, and liability for the actions of visitors.

Notification Date
4/27/2023
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.

Consumer data protection legislation
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Consumer data protection legislation

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
3/3/2023
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.

Transparency and other issues related to third party administrators, repricers, aggregators and others
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Transparency and other issues related to third party administrators, repricers, aggregators and others

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
1/23/2023
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.

Transparency and other payer related issues
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Transparency and other payer related issues

Notification Date
1/4/2023
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.

Workers’ compensation system
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Workers’ compensation system

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
1/3/2023
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.

Various Employee Trust Fund policies
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Various Employee Trust Fund policies

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
1/3/2023
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.

Surrogate decision maker authority
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Surrogate decision maker authority

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
1/3/2023
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.

Skilled nursing facility regulations and capacity
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Skilled nursing facility regulations and capacity

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
1/3/2023
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.

Newborn screening related issues
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Newborn screening related issues

Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule

Notification Date
1/3/2023
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.

Medicaid funding, coverage and reimbursement related issues
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Medicaid funding, coverage and reimbursement related issues

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
1/3/2023
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.

Injured Patients and Families Compensation Fund related issues
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Injured Patients and Families Compensation Fund related issues

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
1/3/2023
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.

Hospital and provider regulations
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Hospital and provider regulations

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
1/3/2023
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.

Hospital and health care information
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Hospital and health care information

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
1/3/2023
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.

Healthcare professional licensure processes
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Healthcare professional licensure processes

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
1/3/2023
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.

Health care workforce shortage and planning issues
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Health care workforce shortage and planning issues

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
1/3/2023
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.

Guardianship laws
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Guardianship laws

Notification Date
1/3/2023
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.

Death reporting requirements
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Death reporting requirements

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
1/3/2023
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.

Behavioral health and emergency detention policies
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Behavioral health and emergency detention policies

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter

Notification Date
1/3/2023
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.

Total Lobbying Effort

  2023
January - June
Total
Total Lobbying Expenditures 2023
January - June
$490,786.54
Total $490,786.54
Total Hours Communicating 2023
January - June
391.00
Total 391.00
Total Hours Other 2023
January - June
1680.25
Total 1680.25

Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

No legislative bills/resolutions found.

Budget Bill Subjects

2023
January - June
2023
July - December
2024
January - June
2024
July - December
Total
2023
January - June
30 %
2023
July - December
2024
January - June
2024
July - December
Total 30 %

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
10 %
2023
July - December
2024
January - June
2024
July - December
Total 10 %
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 %
2023
January - June
2023
July - December
2024
January - June
2024
July - December
Total
2023
January - June
15 %
2023
July - December
2024
January - June
2024
July - December
Total 15 %
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 %

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
15 %
2023
July - December
2024
January - June
2024
July - December
Total 15 %

Other Matters

No other matters found.

Filed Statements of Lobbying Activity and Expenditures