The department by rule may establish a fee for the use of the mark and any slogan or logo under this section. The fees shall be created to the appropriation under s. 20.115 (3) (L), Stats. 5. Estimate of amount of time that state employees will spend developing the rule and of other resources necessary to develop the rule:
The department estimates it will take approximately 250 hours to develop this rule.
6. List with description of all entities that may be affected by the proposed rule:
Individuals, businesses, and organizations that utilize the Something Special from Wisconsin logo and the people who purchase or benefit from the products or commodities identified with the Something Special from Wisconsin logo.
7. Summary and preliminary comparison with any existing or proposed federal regulation that is intended to address the activities to be regulated by the proposed rule:
None.
8. Anticipated economic impact of implementing the rule (note if the rule is likely to have a significant economic impact on small businesses):
This is a voluntary program providing a direct advertising and promotional benefit to businesses and organizations. The department anticipates that the proposed rule will have minimal economic impact, and it is not likely to have a significant economic impact on small businesses. The restructuring of the fee schedule may result in an increase of permit fees for some businesses or organizations that elect to participate in this voluntary program. However, the department’s objective is to create more flexibility and best serve the interests of the program and participants.
Contact Person:
Julie Schmidt
Program and Policy Analyst
(608) 381-2808
