WEC Energy Group
Energy & Natural Resources · Lobbying Client
WEC Energy Group's Federal Lobbying Record
WEC Energy Group's $2.8M in disclosed federal lobbying puts it in the mid-tier of registered filers. Spending in the seven-figure range is common for established trade groups, mid-size corporations, and advocacy organizations that maintain a steady but not aggressive presence on Capitol Hill.
Across the 5-year window from 2020 to 2024, WEC Energy Group's annual disclosed lobbying spend has declined modestly — from $523K in 2020 to $457K in 2024, a change of -12%. Step-changes of this size often coincide with major bills moving through Congress, regulatory rulemakings affecting the organization's industry, or a leadership change in the relevant committee.
WEC Energy Group's disclosed lobbying focuses on a narrow 4-issue footprint. A focused issue list usually means the organization concentrates its federal engagement on a small set of bills or rulemakings directly relevant to its core business.
1 of 2 lobbyists reported by WEC Energy Group (50%) disclose prior federal government service — a high revolving-door share. The LDA cover sheet flags any "covered position" the lobbyist held in the executive branch, Congress, or a senior staff role within the past two years.
Among the named bench, lobbyists with disclosed prior federal service include Linda C. Rodriguez (Former Special Assistant, National Security Council). The covered-position field on LDA cover sheets captures executive-branch and senior congressional roles held within the prior two years.
Within the Energy & Natural Resources sector, WEC Energy Group ranks #34 of 35 tracked organizations by disclosed lobbying spend. The sector leader is ExxonMobil at $46.5M; the sector average is $11.8M. WEC Energy Group's $2.8M sits 77% below the sector average.
WEC Energy Group's LobbySpend Influence Score of 58/100 (grade C) is the most common grade in the index — it covers organizations with established but moderate federal advocacy programs. The score combines disclosed total spend (40%), issue breadth (30%), and revolving-door connections (30%). A C-grade is typical of mid-size corporations and trade associations with steady quarterly filings on a focused issue set.
Every figure above is sourced from Senate lobbying disclosure filings submitted under the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995. Per-issue dollar splits and covered-position flags are filer-reported and may be amended after initial submission.
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Annual Lobbying Spend
Policy Issues
Government Entities Contacted
Recent Filings
| Period | Registrant | Issues | Lobbyists | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Oct-Dec | Holland & Knight | GOVENVENG+1 | 1 | $124K |
| 2024 Jul-Sep | Podesta Group | UTIENGENV+1 | 1 | $104K |
| 2024 Apr-Jun | Podesta Group | UTIENG | 2 | $111K |
| 2024 Jan-Mar | Subject Matter | UTIENGENV+1 | 2 | $117K |
| 2023 Oct-Dec | Mehlman Consulting | ENGGOV | 2 | $138K |
| 2023 Jul-Sep | Fierce Government Relations | ENVGOVUTI | 1 | $182K |
| 2023 Apr-Jun | Venable LLP | ENGUTIGOV+1 | 2 | $192K |
| 2023 Jan-Mar | Squire Patton Boggs | ENVUTIENG+1 | 1 | $172K |
WEC Energy Group Lobbying FAQ
WEC Energy Group has spent $2.8M on federal lobbying across 4 policy areas. This includes spending on registered lobbyists and direct government contacts.
WEC Energy Group lobbies on 4 policy issues, including Energy/Nuclear, Utilities, Environment/Superfund, Government Issues. These disclosures are filed quarterly with the Senate Office of Public Records.
WEC Energy Group has an Influence Score of 58/100 (Grade C). This proprietary score is based on total lobby spend (40%), policy issue breadth (30%), and revolving door connections (30%).
WEC Energy Group employs 2 registered lobbyists, of whom 1 have revolving door connections, meaning they previously held government positions before becoming lobbyists.
WEC Energy Group has contacted 7 government entities as part of their lobbying activities, including Dept of Commerce, Dept of the Treasury, Dept of Education.
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Lobbying data is sourced from quarterly Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings with the Senate Office of Public Records. Influence Scores combine total spend (40%), issue breadth (30%), and revolving door connections (30%). Filings may be amended after initial submission.