Wisconsin School Social Workers Association
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
WSSWA represents School Social workers across Wisconsin. School Social Workers work to address mental health and other needs of Wisconsin school children and their families.
Lobbying Interests:
Policies that will help school School Social Workers empower children and families to be effective participants in the learning process.
CEO Name:
Sara Lennertz
WSSWA represents School Social workers across Wisconsin. School Social Workers work to address mental health and other needs of Wisconsin school children and their families.
Lobbying Interests:
Policies that will help school School Social Workers empower children and families to be effective participants in the learning process.
CEO Name:
Sara Lennertz
Contact
JO
Jack O'Meara
110 East Main Street, Ste 720
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 444-3727
jack@omearapublicaffairs.com
http://www.wsswa.org
110 East Main Street, Ste 720
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 444-3727
jack@omearapublicaffairs.com
http://www.wsswa.org
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jack O'Meara | Exclusive Duties Yes | Authorized On 1/2/2025 | Withdrawn On N/A |
Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 49
Relating to: a minor’s authority to consent to health care.
Bill Text and History
2/23/2025
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 minor’s authority to consent to health care.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/23/2025
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 55
Relating to: possession of a firearm on school grounds by school employees and fees for licenses to carry a concealed weapon. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/13/2025
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: possession of a firearm on school grounds by school employees and fees for licenses to carry a concealed weapon. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date6/13/2025
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 80
Relating to: ratification of the Social Work Licensure Compact. (FE)
Bill Text and History
3/17/2025
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: ratification of the Social Work Licensure Compact. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/17/2025
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 100
Relating to: designating athletic sports and teams operated or sponsored by public schools or private schools participating in a parental choice program based on the sex of the participants.
Bill Text and History
3/5/2025
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: designating athletic sports and teams operated or sponsored by public schools or private schools participating in a parental choice program based on the sex of the participants.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date3/5/2025
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 102
Relating to: designating University of Wisconsin and technical college sports and athletic teams based on the sex of the participants.
Bill Text and History
5/21/2025
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: designating University of Wisconsin and technical college sports and athletic teams based on the sex of the participants.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date5/21/2025
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 103
Relating to: school board policies related to changing a pupil’s legal name and pronouns.
Bill Text and History
3/5/2025
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: school board policies related to changing a pupil’s legal name and pronouns.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date3/5/2025
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 141
Relating to: provisional social worker certificates and licenses.
Bill Text and History
3/24/2025
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: provisional social worker certificates and licenses.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/24/2025
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 314
Relating to: adopting gender-neutral terminology and incorporating gender-neutral marriage and parentage rights. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/18/2025
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: adopting gender-neutral terminology and incorporating gender-neutral marriage and parentage rights. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/18/2025
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 70
Relating to: a minor’s authority to consent to health care.
Bill Text and History
2/27/2025
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 minor’s authority to consent to health care.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/27/2025
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 74
Relating to: ratification of the Social Work Licensure Compact. (FE)
Bill Text and History
3/17/2025
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: ratification of the Social Work Licensure Compact. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/17/2025
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 116
Relating to: designating University of Wisconsin and technical college sports and athletic teams based on the sex of the participants.
Bill Text and History
5/21/2025
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: designating University of Wisconsin and technical college sports and athletic teams based on the sex of the participants.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date5/21/2025
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 117
Relating to: designating athletic sports and teams operated or sponsored by public schools or private schools participating in a parental choice program based on the sex of the participants.
Bill Text and History
3/21/2025
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: designating athletic sports and teams operated or sponsored by public schools or private schools participating in a parental choice program based on the sex of the participants.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date3/21/2025
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 120
Relating to: school board policies related to changing a pupil’s legal name and pronouns.
Bill Text and History
3/19/2025
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: school board policies related to changing a pupil’s legal name and pronouns.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date3/19/2025
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 140
Relating to: provisional social worker certificates and licenses.
Bill Text and History
3/24/2025
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: provisional social worker certificates and licenses.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/24/2025
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 167
Relating to: possession of a firearm on school grounds by school employees and fees for licenses to carry a concealed weapon. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/13/2025
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: possession of a firearm on school grounds by school employees and fees for licenses to carry a concealed weapon. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date6/13/2025
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 320
Relating to: grants for LGBTQIA+ rights training for school counselors and school social workers and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/18/2025
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: grants for LGBTQIA+ rights training for school counselors and school social workers and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/18/2025
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 321
Relating to: adopting gender-neutral terminology and incorporating gender-neutral marriage and parentage rights. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/18/2025
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: adopting gender-neutral terminology and incorporating gender-neutral marriage and parentage rights. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/18/2025
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 324
Relating to: prohibiting conversion therapy.
Bill Text and History
6/18/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Relating to: prohibiting conversion therapy.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/18/2025
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 340
Relating to: stipend payments for school social worker interns and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/30/2025
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: stipend payments for school social worker interns and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/30/2025
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 346
Relating to: grants for prospective school social workers, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/30/2025
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: grants for prospective school social workers, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/30/2025
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
Change to Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) Social Worker Continuing Education Rule to add Wisconsin School Social Workers Association (WSSWA) and School Social Work Association of America (SSWAA) as groups that can provide CE hours.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Change to Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) Social Worker Continuing Education Rule to add Wisconsin School Social Workers Association (WSSWA) and School Social Work Association of America (SSWAA) as groups that can provide CE hours.
Change to Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) Social Worker Continuing Education Rule to add Wisconsin School Social Workers Association (WSSWA) and School Social Work Association of America (SSWAA) as groups that can provide CE hours.
Action Intended To Affect
Rule (by a state agency)
Notification Date
1/2/2025
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
1/2/2025
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.
Legislation similar to 2021 AB 843, relating to comprehensive firearm education for high school pupils.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Legislation similar to 2021 AB 843, relating to comprehensive firearm education for high school pupils.
Legislation similar to 2021 AB 843, relating to comprehensive firearm education for high school pupils.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/2/2025
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
1/2/2025
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
Legislation designed to get more school social workers into schools.
Legislation designed to get more school social workers into schools.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
1/2/2025
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
1/2/2025
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
No certified reports found.
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
No legislative bills/resolutions found.
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
No topics found.
Minor Efforts
No minor efforts found.
Other Matters
No other matters found.