Submittal of Rules to Legislative Council Clearinghouse
Please check the Bulletin of Proceedings - Administrative Rules
for further information on a particular rule.
Administration
On April 14, 2008, the Service Award Board of the Department of Administration submitted a proposed rule-making order to the Wisconsin Legislative Council Rules Clearinghouse.
Analysis
The proposed order revises ch. VFF-EMT 1, relating to the Service Award Program for volunteer fire fighters, first responders and emergency medical technicians.
Agency Procedure for Promulgation
The organizational unit responsible for the promulgation of the proposed rule is the Service Award Board. The Board will conduct a public hearing on May 19, 2008.
Contact Information
If you have any questions regarding the proposed rule, please contact:
Terri Lenz
Department of Administration
Phone: (608) 261-6580
Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
On April 10, 2008, the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection submitted a proposed rule-making order to the Wisconsin Legislative Council Rules Clearinghouse.
Analysis
The proposed order revises ch. ATCP 123, relating to electronic communication services.
Agency Procedure for Promulgation
A public hearing is scheduled for May 28, 2008. The Department's Division of Trade and Consumer Protection is primarily responsible for this rule.
Contact Information
If you have questions, you may contact:
Michelle Reinen
Phone: (608) 224-5160
Commerce
Elevators, Escalators and Lift Devices, Ch. Comm 18
On April 15, 2008, the Department of Commerce submitted a proposed rule-making order to the Wisconsin Legislative Council Rules Clearinghouse.
Analysis
The proposed order revises chs. Comm 5, 18 and 21, relating to technical requirements for conveyances and licensing of installers of residential conveyances.
Agency Procedure for Promulgation
A public hearing is required and is scheduled for May 15, 2008. The Department of Commerce is primarily responsible for this rule.
Contact Information
Larry Swaziek, Program Manager
Phone: (608) 267-7701
Commerce
Boilers and Pressure Vessels, Ch. Comm 41
On April 11, 2008, the Department of Commerce submitted a proposed rule-making order to the Wisconsin Legislative Council Rules Clearinghouse.
Analysis
The proposed order revises chs. Comm 23, 41 and 45, relating to boilers and pressure vessels and mechanical refrigeration.
Agency Procedure for Promulgation
A public hearing is required and is scheduled for May 21, 2008. The Department of Commerce is responsible for promulgation of this rule.
Contact Information
Joe Hertel, Program Manager
Phone: (608) 266-5649
Commerce
Financial Resources for Businesses and Communities, Chs. Comm 104
On April 15, 2008, the Department of Commerce submitted a proposed rule-making order to the Wisconsin Legislative Council Rules Clearinghouse.
Analysis
The proposed order creates ch. Comm 132, relating to dairy manufacturing facility investment credits.
Agency Procedure for Promulgation
A public hearing is required and is scheduled for May 14, 2008. The Division of Business Development is primarily responsible for this rule.
Contact Information
Sam Rockweiler
Phone: (608) 266-0797
Employee Trust Funds
On April 8, 2008, the Department of Employee Trust Funds submitted a proposed rule-making order to the Wisconsin Legislative Council Rules Clearinghouse.
Analysis
The proposed order amends s. ETF 10.08 (2) (b) 4. and creates s. ETF 50.30 (4) relating to termination of employment and administrative leave of absence.
Agency Procedure for Promulgation
A public hearing is required and will be held on May 22, 2008, at 1:00 p.m. in the downstairs Conference Room GB at the offices of the Department of Employee Trust Funds, 801 West Badger Road, Madison, Wisconsin.
The Department's Disability Programs Bureau is primarily responsible for this rule.
Contact Information
David H. Nispel, Deputy Chief Counsel
Phone: (608) 264-6936
Insurance
On April 15, 2008, the Office of the Commissioner of Insurance submitted a proposed rule-making order to the Wisconsin Legislative Council Rules Clearinghouse.
Analysis
The proposed order revises ss. Ins 3.455, 3.46 and 3.465, relating to long-term care insurance and long-term care insurance partnership policies and affecting small businesses.
Agency Procedure for Promulgation
A public hearing is required and is scheduled for May 12, 2008.
Contact Information
A copy of the proposed rule may be obtained from the website at: http://oci.wi.gov/ocirules.htm or by contacting:
Inger Williams
Public Information and Communications
Office of the Commissioner of Insurance
Phone: (608) 264-8110.
For additional information, please contact:
Julie E Walsh
OCI Legal Unit
Phone: (608) 264-8101
Transportation
On April 11, 2008, the Department of Transportation submitted a proposed rule-making order to the Wisconsin Legislative Council Rules Clearinghouse.
Analysis
The proposed order revises chs. Trans 137, 138 and 139, relating to motor vehicle dealer franchise operations, record keeping and trade practices.
Agency Procedure for Promulgation
A public hearing is required and is scheduled for May 13, 2008. The Division of Motor Vehicles, Bureau of Vehicle Services is responsible for promulgation of the rule.
Contact Information
Carson Frazier
Bureau of Vehicle Services
Phone: (608) 266-7857
Workforce Development
Family Supports, Chs. DWD 12-59
On April 15, 2008, the Department of Workforce Development submitted a proposed rule-making order to the Wisconsin Legislative Council Rules Clearinghouse.
Analysis
The proposed order revises ch. DWD 12, relating to W-2 good cause exceptions and notice of payment reductions and affecting small businesses.
Agency Procedure for Promulgation
A public hearing is required and will be held on May 15, 2008. The organizational unit responsible for the promulgation of the proposed rules is the DWD Division of Family Supports.
Contact Information
Elaine Pridgen
Phone: (608) 267-9403
Workforce Development
Family Supports, Chs. DWD 12-59
On April 15, 2008, the Department of Workforce Development submitted a proposed rule-making order to the Wisconsin Legislative Council Rules Clearinghouse.
Analysis
The proposed order revises s. DWD 56.04, relating to child care enrollment authorization and affecting small businesses.
Agency Procedure for Promulgation
A public hearing is required and will be held on May 19, 2008. The organizational unit responsible for the promulgation of the proposed rules is the DWD Division of Family Supports.
Contact Information
Elaine Pridgen
Phone: (608) 267-9403
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