EmR1315 Amends section ATCP 21.17 (1) (b) and creates section ATCP 21.17 (1) (e), relating to the quarantines of Dodge, Douglas and Winnebago counties for emerald ash borer.  

  • Finding of Emergency
    Since 1979 the legislature has vested the department of administration with the responsibility and authority to manage various state buildings and grounds, including those of the Wisconsin state capitol. S. 16.84 (1) , Stats. Since 1979, the department has permitted the use of these buildings and grounds for the free discussion of public questions and other purposes, so long as such uses did not interfere with the prime uses of these facilities, or otherwise infringe on interests of the state. s. 16.845 , Stats., and s. Adm 2.04 .
    Each year, the Wisconsin state capitol police issue nearly 500 permits for the use of various state facilities. Permits are used for a variety of purposes, whether political, non-political, charitable, or commercial. Permits are issued regardless of political party, affiliation, or content. Permits are given to any person free of charge.
    Occupation of the capitol rotunda and other areas has caused disruptions to the properly permitted events and normal government activities, including but not limited to, a Red Cross blood drive, a high school science exhibit, school group tours, general public tours, and legislative committee meetings and sessions. The state does not refuse permits for the lawful and safe use of state facilities by any person or persons, and the state cannot allow any person or persons to occupy the capitol in disregard of the rights of permit holders, public employees, or visitors. It is imperative that the department gain compliance in order to protect the public safety and welfare.
    On October 24, 2013, a lawsuit was dismissed based upon a stipulation of and settlement agreement between the parties. The department is obligated under the settlement agreement to advance certain changes in procedure. The department seeks to fulfill its obligations in a timely manner, which is not possible without engaging in the emergency rule process.
    Filed with LRB:   November 26, 2013
    Publication Date:   November 27, 2013
    Effective Dates:   November 27, 2013 through
      April 25, 2014 (corrected)
    Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (4)
    1.   EmR1311 — The state of Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection hereby adopts the following emergency rule to amend section ATCP 21.17 (1) (b) and to create section ATCP 21.17 (1) (c) , relating to the quarantine of Jefferson County for emerald ash borer.
    This emergency rule was approved by the Governor on July 15, 2013.
    The blanket statement of scope for this rule, SS 0088-12, was approved by the Governor on November 8, 2012, published in Register No. 683 , on November 30, 2012, and approved by the Board of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection as required by s. 227.135 (2) , Stats., on December 18, 2012.
    Finding of Emergency
    On June 25, 2013, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources positively identified Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) in Walworth County at the University of Wisconsin Whitewater Campus, about 750 meters from the Jefferson County line. EAB is an exotic, invasive pest that poses a dire risk to the ash forest. When APHIS declares quarantine, DATCP has regulatory authority for import controls and quarantine for EAB under s. ATCP 21.17 . It is anticipated that APHIS will declare a quarantine for Jefferson County but that it will take six to eight weeks for APHIS to act. A six week delay until enactment of the federal quarantines leaves too much time for businesses or individuals to move potentially EAB infested material out of these counties to areas of Wisconsin or other states that are not infested with EAB.
    DATCP is adopting this rule as a temporary emergency rule, pending completion of federal quarantine regulations. DATCP does not anticipate completing a permanent rule.
    Filed with LRB:   July 24, 2013
    Publication Date:   July 24, 2013
    Effective Dates:   July 24, 2013 through
      December 20, 2013
    Hearing Date:   September 26, 2013
    2.   EmR1312 — The state of Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection hereby adopts the following emergency rule to to amend section ATCP 21.17 (1) (b) and to create section ATCP 21.17 (1) (d) , relating to the quarantine of Sauk County for emerald ash borer.
    The blanket statement of scope for this rule, SS 08-12, was approved by the Governor on November 8, 2012, published in Register No. 683 , on November 30, 2012, and approved by the Board of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (as required by s. 227.135 (2) , Stats.) on December 18, 2012.
    This emergency rule was approved by the Governor on August 1, 2013.
    Finding of Emergency
    On July 11, 2013, the United States Department of Agriculture — Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service ("APHIS") positively identified Emerald Ash Borer ("EAB") in Sauk County at Mirror Lake State Park. EAB is an exotic, invasive pest that poses a dire risk to the ash forest. When APHIS declares quarantine, DATCP has regulatory authority for import controls and quarantine for EAB under s. ATCP 21.17 . It is anticipated that APHIS will declare a quarantine for Sauk County but that it will take six to eight weeks for APHIS to act. A six week delay until enactment of the federal quarantines leaves too much time for businesses or individuals to move potentially EAB infested material out of these counties to areas of Wisconsin or other states that are not infested with EAB.
    DATCP is adopting this rule as a temporary emergency rule, pending completion of federal quarantine regulations. DATCP does not anticipate completing a permanent rule.
    Filed with LRB:   August 13, 2013
    Publication Date:   August 14, 2013
    Effective Dates:   August 14, 2013 through
      January 10, 2014
    Hearing Date:   September 26, 2013
    3.   EmR1315 — The state of Wisconsin department of agriculture, trade and consumer protection hereby adopts the following emergency rule to amend section ATCP 21.17 (1) (b) and to create section ATCP 21.17 (1) (e) , relating to the quarantines of Dodge, Douglas, and Winnebago counties for emerald ash borer.
    This emergency rule was approved by the Governor on August 29, 2013.
    The blanket statement of scope for this rule, SS 0088-12, was approved by the Governor on November 8, 2012, published in Register No. 683 , on November 30, 2012, and approved by the Board of Agriculture, Trade & Consumer Protection (as required by s. 227.135 (2) , Stats.) on December 18, 2012.
    Finding of Emergency
    The United States Department of Agriculture — Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service ("APHIS") positively identified Emerald Ash Borer ("EAB") in Watertown, Dodge County on August 1, 2013; in Black Wolf township, Winnebago County on August 6, 2013; and subsequently in Superior, Douglas County on August 13, 2013. EAB is an exotic, invasive pest that poses a dire risk to the ash forest. When APHIS declares quarantine, DATCP has regulatory authority for import controls and quarantine for EAB under s. ATCP 21.17 . It is anticipated that APHIS will declare a quarantine for Dodge, Douglas, and Winnebago counties but that it will take six to eight weeks for APHIS to act. A six week delay until enactment of the federal quarantines leaves too much time for businesses or individuals to move potentially EAB infested material out of these counties to areas of Wisconsin or other states that are not infested with EAB.
    DATCP is adopting this rule as a temporary emergency rule, pending completion of federal quarantine regulations. DATCP does not anticipate completing a permanent rule.
    Filed with LRB:   September 11, 2013
    Publication Date:   September 11, 2013
    Effective Dates:   September 11, 2013 through
      February 7, 2014
    Hearing Date:   October 11, 2013
    4.   EmR1322 — The state of Wisconsin department of agriculture, trade and consumer protection hereby adopts the following emergency rule to amend section ATCP 21.17 (1) (b) and to create section ATCP 21.17 (1) (f) , relating to the quarantine of Dane County for the emerald ash borer.
    This emergency rule was approved by the Governor on December 10, 2013.
    The blanket scope for this rule, SS 141-13 , was approved by the Governor on October 30, 2013 published in register No. 695 on November 14, 2013, and approved by the Board of Agriculture, Trade & Consumer Protection on December 10, 2013.
    Finding of Emergency
    The United States Department of Agriculture — Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service ("APHIS") positively identified Emerald Ash Borer ("EAB") in Madison, Dane County on November 22, 2013. EAB is an exotic, invasive pest that poses a dire risk to the ash forest. When APHIS declares quarantine, DATCP has regulatory authority for import controls and quarantine for EAB under s. ATCP 21.17 . It is anticipated that APHIS will declare a quarantine for Dane County but that it will take six to eight weeks for APHIS to act. A six week delay until enactment of the federal quarantines leaves too much time for businesses or individuals to move potentially EAB infested material out of this county to areas of Wisconsin or other states that are not infested with EAB.
    DATCP is adopting this rule as a temporary emergency rule, pending completion of federal quarantine regulations. DATCP does not anticipate completing a permanent rule.
    Filed with LRB:   December 17, 2013
    Publication Date:   December 18, 2013
    Effective Dates:   December 18, 2013 through
      May 16, 2014
    Hearing Date:   January 13, 2014
    Employment Relations Commission
    EmR1310 — The Wisconsin Employment Relations Commission hereby creates Chapters ERC 70 , 71 , and 80 , relating to annual certification elections.
    This emergency rule was approved by the Governor July 3, 2013.
    The statement of scope for this rule, SS 045-13 , was approved by the Governor on April 19, 2013, published in Register 689 , on May 14, 2013, and approved by the Wisconsin Employment Relations Commission on June 3, 2013.
    Finding of Emergency
    An emergency exists because the public peace, health, safety and welfare necessitate putting these rules into effect so that the Wisconsin Employment Relations Commission can meet its obligation to conduct annual certification elections as required by ss. 111.70 (4) (d) 3. b. and 111.83 (3) (b) , Stats.
    Filed with LRB:   July 15 2013
    Publication Date:   July 13, 2013
    Effective Dates:   July 13, 2013 through
      December 9, 2013
    Insurance (2)
    1.   EmR1306 — The Commissioner of Insurance adopts an order to amend sections Ins 17.01 (3) and 17.28 (3) (c) and to repeal and recreate section Ins 17.28 (6) , Wis. Admin. Code, relating to Injured Patients and Families Compensation Fund Annual Fund and Mediation Panel Fees, and ISO code amendments for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2013, and affecting small business .
    This emergency rule was approved by the Governor on June 4, 2013.
    The statement of scope for this rule, SS 042-13 , was approved by the Governor on April 16, 2013, published in Register No. 688 , on April 30, 2013, and approved by the Commissioner on May 10, 2013.
    Finding of Emergency
    The Commissioner of Insurance finds that an emergency exists and that the attached rule is necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, safety, or welfare. Facts constituting the emergency are as follows:
    These changes must be in place with an effective date prior to July 1, 2013, in order for the new fiscal year assessments to be issued in accordance with s. 655.27 (3) , Wis. Stats. The permanent rule-making process cannot be completed prior to the effective date of the new fee schedule. The fiscal year fund fees were established by the Board of Governors at the meeting held on December 19, 2012, and the mediation panel fees were established by the Board of Governors at the meeting held on March 20, 2013.
    Filed with LRB:   June 10, 2013
    Publication Date:   June 12, 2013
    Effective Dates:   June 12, 2013 through
      November 8, 2013
    Hearing Date:   July 23, 2013
    Extension Through:   January 7, 2014
    2.   EmR1314 — The Commissioner of Insurance proposes an order to create Chapter Ins 6 subch. II , subch. II (title), and sections Ins 6.91 to 6.98 , relating to navigators, nonnavigator assisters, and related entities and affecting small business.
    The statement of scope for this rule SS 078-13 , was approved by the Governor on July 1, 2013, published in Register No. 691 , on July 15, 2013, and approved by the Commissioner on July 26, 2013. This emergency rule was approved by the Governor on August 30, 2013.
    Finding of Emergency
    In accordance with s. 623.98 , Stats., the commissioner may promulgate rules under ss. 227.24 (1) (a) and (3) , Stats., without providing evidence that promulgating a rule is necessary for the preservation of the public peace, health, safety, or welfare and without a finding of emergency. The commissioner intends to publish the proposed rule sufficiently in advance of October 1, 2013 to permit proper licensing, certification, and training of navigators and nonnavigator assisters and to permit proper registration of navigator and nonnavigator assister entities. The commissioner intends to promulgate permanent rules close in time to the emergency rules so not to create a gap in requirements.
    Filed with LRB:   September 5, 2013
    Publication Date:   September 10, 2013
    Effective Dates:   September 10, 2013 through
      February 6, 2014
    Hearing Date:   September 27, 2013
    Natural Resources (5)
    Fish, Game, etc., Chs. NR 1—
    This emergency rule was approved by the Governor on August 10, 2010.
    The statement of scope for this rule, SS 023-12 , was approved by the Governor on April 12, 2012, published in Register No. 676 , on April 30, 2012, and approved by the Natural Resources Board on May 23, 2012.
    Finding of Emergency
    A non-statutory provision, Section 21, of 2011 ACT 169 requires the department to submit rules necessary for implementation or interpretation and establishes that the department is not required to make a finding of emergency.
    Filed with LRB:   August 15, 2012
    Publication Date:   August 18, 2012
    Effective Dates:   August 18, 2012 through the   date on which the permanent rules take effect, as provided in 2011 Wisconsin Act 169 , section 21 .
    2.   EmR1215 (DNR # WM-16-12(E)) — The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board proposes an order to repeal and recreate section NR 10.01 (3) (h) 1. , relating to the coyote hunting season.
    This emergency rule was approved by the Governor on August 30, 2012.
    The statement of scope for this rule, SS 038-12 , was approved by the Governor on May 29, 2012, published in Register No. 678 , on June 14, 2012, and approved by the Natural Resources Board on June 27, 2012.
    Finding of Emergency
    A non-statutory provision, Section 21, of 2011 ACT 169 requires the department to submit rules necessary for implementation or interpretation and establishes that the department is not required to make a finding of emergency.
    Filed with LRB:   September 14, 2012
    Publication Date:   October 1, 2012
    Effective Dates:   October 1, 2012 through the date on which the permanent rules take effect, as provided in 2011 Wisconsin Act 169 , section 21 .
    3.   EmR1313 (DNR # WMH-07-13(E)) — The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board proposes an order to repeal section NR 10.06 (9) (b) ; to amend section NR 10.01 (1) (v) ; to repeal and recreate sections NR 10.01 (1) (b) to (u) and 10.12 (3) (c) ; and to create section NR 10.12 (3) (e) , relating to migratory bird hunting regulations.
    This emergency rule was approved by the Governor on August 30, 2103.
    The statement of scope for this rule, SS 018-13 , was approved by the Governor on February 18, 2013, published in Register No. 687 , on March 14, 2013, and approved by the Natural Resources Board on April 24, 2013.
    Statutory Authority
    The chapter on wild animals and plants, in s. 29.014 , Stats., "rule making for this chapter", establishes that the department shall maintain open and closed seasons for fish and game and any limits, rest days, and conditions for taking fish and game. This grant of rule-making authority allows the department to promulgate rules related to migratory game bird hunting. Additional statutory authority is found in ss. 23.11 , 29.192 and 29.041 , Stats. The emergency rule making process is established in s. 227.24 , Stats.
    Filed with LRB:   September 4, 2013
    Publication Date:   September 6, 2013
    Effective Dates:   September 6, 2013 through
      February 2, 2014
    Hearing Date:   October 28, 2013
    4.   EmR1319 (DNR # WM-22-13(E)) — The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board proposes an order to amend sections NR 10.275 (intro.) and 45.09 (1) and to create sections NR 10.13 (Note) and 10.275 , relating to hunting and trapping in state parks.
    This rule was approved by the Governor on October 31, 2013.
    The statement of scope for this emergency rule, SS 083-13 , was approved by the Governor on July 15, 2013, published in Register No. 691 on July 31, 2013 and approved by the Natural Resources Board on August 14, 2013.
    Finding of Emergency
    The department finds that putting this rule into effect prior to the time it would take effect using the permanent rule process is necessary to protect the public safety and welfare. By restricting gun and archery hunting to certain areas, and trapping to certain areas and methods, this rule will prevent those activities in locations where they may jeopardize the safety and welfare of visitors to the Wisconsin State Park System.
    Filed with LRB:   November 7, 2013
    Publication Date:   November 15, 2013
    Effective Dates:   November 15, 2013 through
      April 13, 2014
    5.   EmR1320 (DNR # FH-27-13(E)) — The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board proposes an order to create Chapter NR 85 , relating to development of a competitive grant program for cities, villages, towns, counties, federally recognized Indian tribes or bands located in this state, and fish farms in order to increase the capacity to raise walleye for stocking in Wisconsin waters.
    This rule was approved by the Governor on November 8, 2013.
    The statement of scope for this emergency rule, SS 104-13 , was approved by the Governor on August 12, 2013, published in Register No. 692 on September 1, 2013 (August 31, 2013), and approved by the Natural Resources Board on September 25, 2013.
    Finding of Emergency — Exemption
    2013 Wisconsin Act 20 , the 2013-15 state budget, included the following nonstatutory language: The department of natural resources may promulgate emergency rules under section 227.24 of the statutes implementing sections 29.739 and 29.740 of the statutes, as created by this act. Notwithstanding section 227.24 (1) (c) and (2) of the statutes, emergency rules promulgated for walleye population maintenance and enhancement grants remain in effect until June 30, 2016, or the date on which permanent rules take effect, whichever is sooner. Notwithstanding section 227.24 (1) (a) and (3) of the statutes, the department is not required to provide evidence that promulgating this rule as an emergency rule is necessary for the preservation of the public peace, health, safety, or welfare and is not required to provide a finding of emergency for a rule promulgated under this subsection.
    Filed with LRB:   November 14, 2013
    Publication Date:   November 21, 2013
    Effective Dates:   November 21, 2013 through June 30, 2016, or the date on which permanent rules take effect, whichever is sooner.
    Hearing Date:   December 12, 2013 and
      December 19, 2013
    Safety and Professional Services (2)
    Professional Services, Chs. SPS 1—299
    1.   EmR1307 — The Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services adopts an order to repeal section SPS 81.04 (1) (c) 3. and 4. , and to amend section SPS 81.04 (2) , relating to reciprocity.
    This emergency rule was approved by the Governor on May 20, 2013.
    The statement of scope for this rule, SS 012-13 , was approved by the Governor on January 28, 2013, published in Register No. 686 on February 14, 2013, and approved by the Department of Safety and Professional Services on February 28, 2013.
    Finding of Emergency
    The Department of Safety and Professional Services finds that an emergency exists and that this rule is necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, safety, or welfare. A statement of facts constituting the emergency is as follows:
    Title XI of the Federal Financial Institutions Reform and Recovery Enforcement Act of 1989, as amended by the Dodd-Frank Act of 2010, dictates reciprocity requirements for real estate appraisers in each state. The federal body that oversees reciprocity requirements is the Appraisal Subcommittee (ASC). Currently, Wis. Admin. Code s. SPS 81.04 is not in compliance with the federal legislation. The Code must be brought into compliance by July 1, 2013. At that time, the ASC will conduct an audit to determine which states are in compliance. If Wisconsin is designated "out of compliance," then federally regulated financial institutions may not engage a Wisconsin certified or licensed appraiser to perform an appraisal of property for a federally related transaction and other states will not be required to recognize Wisconsin credentialed appraisers seeking reciprocity. In order to implement the federally mandated reciprocity requirements before July 1, 2013, an emergency rule is needed.
    Filed with LRB:   June 12, 2013
    Publication Date:   June 18, 2013
    Effective Dates:   June 18, 2013 through       November 14, 2013
    Extension Through:   January 13, 2014
    2.   EmR1308 — The Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services adopts an order to create section SPS 34.04 (2) (a) 4. , relating to training of firearms instructors for private security personnel, private detectives, and private investigators or special investigators, and affecting small business.
    This emergency rule was approved by the Governor on May 29, 2013.
    The statement of scope for this rule, SS 080-12 , was approved by the Governor on October 2, 2012, published in Register No. 682 on October 31, 2012, and approved by the Department of Safety and Professional Services on December 4, 2012.
    Finding of Emergency
    The Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) finds that an emergency exists and that this rule is necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, safety, or welfare. A statement of facts constituting the emergency is as follows.
    Under section SPS 34.02 (1) , private security personnel, private detectives, and private investigators or special investigators, who are seeking a firearms permit from the Department must obtain a certificate of firearms proficiency. Section SPS 34.02 (2) mandates that the certification be received from a Department-approved firearms-proficiency certifier pursuant to section SPS 34.04 .
    Section SPS 34.04 currently accepts only those certifier applicants who have received training as a police or security firearms instructor and who have either (1) current approval as a firearms instructor by the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board (LESB); (2) current certification as a law enforcement firearms instructor by the National Rifle Association, Inc., (NRA) or; (3) approval on or after January 1, 1995, as a firearms instructor by the LESB or NRA and have completed a refresher course presented by a regional training school approved by the LESB or the NRA.
    Due to enactment of 2011 Wisconsin Act 35 (commonly referred to as the concealed carry law), which became effective on November 1, 2011, there is a greater need for additional entities who can provide training and approve applicants as firearms proficiency certifiers. Section 175.60 (4) of the Statutes currently allows technical colleges, colleges, and universities to provide this training for concealed-carry purposes. No such provision is made as it relates to private security personnel, private detectives, and private investigators or special investigators, for carrying a weapon openly. Moreover, the training needed for DSPS firearms certifiers differs significantly from that needed and provided by the LESB curriculum and under 2011 Act 35 . To that end, a new standard needs to be developed and implemented, separate and distinct from the LESB standards. Because the need to approve applicants for firearm proficiency certifiers is immediate and pressing, emergency rules are warranted.
    Filed with LRB:   June 13, 2013
    Publication Date:   June 13, 2013
    Effective Dates:   June 13, 2013 through       November 9, 2013
    Hearing Date:   August 6, 2013
    Extension Through:   January 8, 2014
    Safety and Professional Services —
    Controlled Substances Board
    EmR1318 — The Controlled Substances Board adopts an order to create section CSB 2.36 , relating to scheduling controlled substances.
    This emergency rule was approved by the Governor on September 20, 2013.
    The statement of scope for this rule, SS 062-13 , was approved by the Governor on May 29, 2013, published in Register 690 on June 15, 2013, and approved by the Controlled Substances Board on July 15, 2013.
    Finding of Emergency
    The Controlled Substances Board finds that an emergency exists and that this rule is necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, safety, or welfare. A statement of facts constituting the emergency is:
    The Brown County District Attorney's office has provided the Controlled Substances Board with information relevant to emergency scheduling and the commencement of a prosecution concerning a controlled substance analog. UR-144, XLR-11, and AKB48 are pharmacologically similar to Schedule I substances THC and JWH-018. By sharing pharmacological similarities with the Schedule I substances, synthetic cannabinoids pose a risk both to the individual user and other affected individuals. UR-144, XLR-11, and AKB48 are being marketed as "legal" alternatives to marijuana. This characterization (and the reputation as potent herbal intoxicants) has increased their popularity and prevalence.
    The Controlled Substances Board finds that scheduling of UR-144, XLR-11, and AKB48 on an emergency basis is necessary to avoid an imminent hazard to public safety. The substances are not included in any other schedule and no exemption or approval is in effect for the substance under 21 USC 355 .
    On May 16, 2013, the U.S. Department of Justice Drug Enforcement Administration emergency scheduled UR-144, XLR11, and AKB48 as Schedule I, illegal drugs under the Controlled Substances Act.
    Filed with LRB:   October 17, 2013
    Publication Date:   October 13, 2013
    Effective Dates:   October 13, 2013 through       October 12, 2014
    Hearing Date:   November 11, 2013
    Workforce Development
    Unemployment Insurance, Chs. DWD 100-150
    EmR1316 — The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development hereby adopts an order to repeal sections DWD 126.02 (2) , (3) , and (4) , 126.03 (1) , 126.04 , 126.05 , 127.01 (2) (b) , (f) to (i) , and (3) , 127.02 (intro.) , (1) , (2) , (3) , and (4) , 127.02 (5) and (10) , and 127.08 ; to renumber and amend section DWD 126.02 (1) ; to amend sections DWD 126.01 , 126.03 (intro.) and (2) , 127 (title) , 127.01 (1) , (2) (intro.) , (a) , (c) , and (d) , 127.02 (7) , (9) , and (11) , 127.04 (title), (1) , and (2) , 127.05 , 127.06 (1) , (2) , and (3) , 127.07 (title) and (1) , 128.01 (2) (a) , and 129.01 (1) and (2) ; to repeal and recreate sections DWD 127.01 (2) (j) and 127.07 (2) ; and to create sections DWD 126.02 (Note), 126.03 (3), (4), (5), (6), and (7), 127.01 (2) (em), 127.02 (12), 127.04 (1m) (e), and 127.06 (1) (c) , relating to unemployment insurance work registration, work search, and benefit claiming procedures.
    This emergency rule was approved by the Governor on September 20, 2013.
    The statement of scope for this emergency rule, SS 106-13 , was approved by the Governor on August 14, 2013, published in Register No. 692 on August 31, 2013, and approved by the Secretary of Workforce Development on September 11, 2013.
    Finding of Emergency
    The Department of Workforce Development finds that an emergency exists and that the attached rule is necessary for the immediate preservation of the public welfare. Statements of the facts constituting the emergency are:
    (1)   In order to fulfill the new statutory directives to require claimants for unemployment insurance benefits to increase their number of weekly work search actions from two to at least four;
    (2)   In order to simplify the process and compliance with respect to requirements for unemployment insurance claimants to register for work;
    (3)   In order to execute the new statutory requirement to request additional information from claimants;
    (4)   In order to improve the unemployment insurance trust fund balance and thereby relieve employers of the burden of additional taxation;
    (5)   In order to better assist unemployment insurance benefit claimants to obtain gainful employment; and,
    (6)   In order to promote the improvement in the Wisconsin economy as a result of the immediate implementation of legislative directives with respect to the unemployment insurance program contained in 2013 Wisconsin Act 20 and 2013 Wisconsin Act 36 .
    Adoption of the emergency rule will ensure that these legislative directives are implemented within the time-frame envisioned with enactment of 2013 Wisconsin Act 20 and 2013 Wisconsin Act 36 .
    Filed with LRB:   September 25, 2013
    Publication Date:   September 29, 2013
    Effective Dates:   September 29, 2013 through February 25, 2014, except that changes to ss. DWD 126.03 and 127.02 take effect after the Secretary determines the Department has the technological ability to implement the changes.
    Hearing Date:   November 4, 2013
    Workforce Development
    Employment and Training, Chs. DWD 805-830
    EmR1317 — The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development hereby adopts an order to create Chapter DWD 801 , relating to workforce training grants under the Wisconsin Fast Forward program.
    This emergency rule was approved by the Governor on September 20, 2013.
    The statement of scope for this rule, SS 109-13 , was approved by the Governor on August 15, 2013, published in Register No. 692 on August 31, 2013, and approved by the Department of Workforce Development on September 11, 2013.
    Finding of Emergency
    The Department of Workforce Development (DWD) finds that an emergency exists and emergency rules are necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, safety, or welfare. The reason for the emergency is:
    DWD proposes to create new rules in Chapter DWD 801 to implement the program of workforce training grants enacted by 2013 Wisconsin Act 9 . DWD held a public hearing on the permanent rule for this new program on July 15, 2013, and has made revisions to the text of the proposed permanent rule in response to the comments received. It would now benefit the public welfare to proceed with the rules in emergency form so that the program can begin this fall.
    Filed with LRB:   September 25, 2013
    Publication Date:   September 29, 2013
    Effective Dates:   October 1, 2013 through       February 27, 2014
    Hearing Date:   November 5, 2013