Wisconsin Land Title Association
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
Land title industry - abstractors, title agents, title underwriters.
Lobbying Interests:
All matters affecting real estate and land title.
CEO Name:
Karen Gilster
Executive Officer
Land title industry - abstractors, title agents, title underwriters.
Lobbying Interests:
All matters affecting real estate and land title.
CEO Name:
Karen Gilster
Executive Officer
Contact
KG
Karen Gilster
W4230 CTH B PO Box 873
West Salem, WI 54669
(800) 589-9582
(608) 786-2356
kgilster@wlta.org
www.wlta.org
W4230 CTH B PO Box 873
West Salem, WI 54669
(800) 589-9582
(608) 786-2356
kgilster@wlta.org
www.wlta.org
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peter C Christianson | Exclusive Duties N/A | Authorized On 2/3/2003 | Withdrawn On N/A |
Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 2
relating to: credit union membership, powers, operation, and regulation; the application of agriculture, trade, and consumer protection statutes to credit unions; the creation of a new type of financial institution; the powers of and requirements applicabl...
Bill Text and History
2003 Wisconsin Act 63
8/5/2003
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.
Comments
If the bill is to be amended to address the wage claim lien issue, Wis. Stats. s. 109.09 should also be amended to clearly provide that a wage claim lien is effective only in the counties in which it is filed.
relating to: credit union membership, powers, operation, and regulation; the application of agriculture, trade, and consumer protection statutes to credit unions; the creation of a new type of financial institution; the powers of and requirements applicabl...
Bill Text and History
2003 Wisconsin Act 63
Other
Notification Date8/5/2003
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.
Comments
If the bill is to be amended to address the wage claim lien issue, Wis. Stats. s. 109.09 should also be amended to clearly provide that a wage claim lien is effective only in the counties in which it is filed.
Assembly Bill 195
relating to: tax warrants and liens on property.
Bill Text and History
2003 Wisconsin Act 288
3/25/2003
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: tax warrants and liens on property.
Bill Text and History
2003 Wisconsin Act 288
For
Notification Date3/25/2003
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 254
relating to: revisions and additions to condominium law.
Bill Text and History
2003 Wisconsin Act 283
1/19/2004
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: revisions and additions to condominium law.
Bill Text and History
2003 Wisconsin Act 283
None
Notification Date1/19/2004
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 545
relating to: falsifying title insurance documents and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
2/13/2004
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: falsifying title insurance documents and providing a penalty.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/13/2004
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 591
relating to: recording and filing documents with the offices of register of deeds and the Department of Financial Institutions.
Bill Text and History
2003 Wisconsin Act 206
3/15/2004
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.
Comments
Recording fees which vary by county will make it more difficult for out-of-county lenders to know the right amount to send in order to record documents immediately. Any delay in recording may result in a lender losing its priority status.
relating to: recording and filing documents with the offices of register of deeds and the Department of Financial Institutions.
Bill Text and History
2003 Wisconsin Act 206
Other
Notification Date3/15/2004
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.
Comments
Recording fees which vary by county will make it more difficult for out-of-county lenders to know the right amount to send in order to record documents immediately. Any delay in recording may result in a lender losing its priority status.
Assembly Bill 659
relating to: liens for work relating to septic tanks, soil absorption fields, holding tanks, grease traps, and privies.
Bill Text and History
11/17/2003
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.
Comments
A lien against should only be created when the activity performed results in permanent improvement to the real property which is the subject of the lien.
relating to: liens for work relating to septic tanks, soil absorption fields, holding tanks, grease traps, and privies.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date11/17/2003
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.
Comments
A lien against should only be created when the activity performed results in permanent improvement to the real property which is the subject of the lien.
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
Agency Name
Natural Resources
Subject
NR 326, piers boat shelters and swim rafts in navigable waterways.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 576 (1/1/2004)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 04-063
6/23/2004
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.
Comments
The emergency rule could have serious unintended effects on real estate held in the condominium form of ownership that has the benefit of a marina permit. The WLTA believes that this applies to a number of existing condominiums.
Natural Resources
Subject
NR 326, piers boat shelters and swim rafts in navigable waterways.
Scope Statement
Register Number: 576 (1/1/2004)
Clearinghouse Rule: CR 04-063
Against
Notification Date6/23/2004
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.
Comments
The emergency rule could have serious unintended effects on real estate held in the condominium form of ownership that has the benefit of a marina permit. The WLTA believes that this applies to a number of existing condominiums.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
FOR 2005 SESSION: Redraft of 2003 Assembly Bill 545 -- Relating to falsifying title insurance documents.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
FOR 2005 SESSION: Redraft of 2003 Assembly Bill 545 -- Relating to falsifying title insurance documents.
FOR 2005 SESSION: Redraft of 2003 Assembly Bill 545 -- Relating to falsifying title insurance documents.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
8/9/2004
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.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
8/9/2004
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.
FOR THE 2005 LEGISLATIVE SESSION: Clarify that a wage claim lien is only effective in the county in which it is filed or create a statewide wage claim lien filing system.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
FOR THE 2005 LEGISLATIVE SESSION: Clarify that a wage claim lien is only effective in the county in which it is filed or create a statewide wage claim lien filing system.
FOR THE 2005 LEGISLATIVE SESSION: Clarify that a wage claim lien is only effective in the county in which it is filed or create a statewide wage claim lien filing system.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
7/19/2004
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.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
7/19/2004
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
FOR THE 2005 LEGISLATIVE SESSION: Provide for "grandfathering" of existing marina condominiums.
FOR THE 2005 LEGISLATIVE SESSION: Provide for "grandfathering" of existing marina condominiums.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
7/19/2004
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.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
7/19/2004
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Forgery of title insurance policies and commitments
Forgery of title insurance policies and commitments
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
2/4/2003
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.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
2/4/2003
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Re-draft of 2001 Assembly Bill 244 - Duration of Tax Warrants
Re-draft of 2001 Assembly Bill 244 - Duration of Tax Warrants
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
2/4/2003
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.
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
2/4/2003
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.
FOR THE 2003 LEGISLATIVE SESSION: Relating to making it a crime to forge a title insurance commitment or a title insurance policy.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
FOR THE 2003 LEGISLATIVE SESSION: Relating to making it a crime to forge a title insurance commitment or a title insurance policy.
FOR THE 2003 LEGISLATIVE SESSION: Relating to making it a crime to forge a title insurance commitment or a title insurance policy.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
9/27/2002
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.
Comments
Wisconsin Land Title Association
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
9/27/2002
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.
Comments
Wisconsin Land Title Association
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Relating to making it a crime to forge a title insurance commitment or a title insurance policy
Relating to making it a crime to forge a title insurance commitment or a title insurance policy
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
9/27/2002
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.
Comments
Wisconsin Land Title Association
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
9/27/2002
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.
Comments
Wisconsin Land Title Association
Total Lobbying Effort
| 2004 January - June |
2004 July - December |
Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Lobbying Expenditures | 2004 January - June $14,687.20 |
2004 July - December $9,849.35 |
Total $24,536.55 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2004 January - June 13.25 |
2004 July - December 2.20 |
Total 15.45 |
| Total Hours Other | 2004 January - June 51.15 |
2004 July - December 35.85 |
Total 87.00 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
relating to: falsifying title insurance documents and providing a penalty.
| 2003 January - June |
2003 July - December |
2004 January - June |
2004 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 January - June |
2003 July - December |
2004 January - June 10% |
2004 July - December |
Total 6% |
relating to: recording and filing documents with the offices of register of deeds and the Department of Financial Institutions.
| 2003 January - June |
2003 July - December |
2004 January - June |
2004 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 January - June |
2003 July - December |
2004 January - June 10% |
2004 July - December |
Total 6% |
relating to: liens for work relating to septic tanks, soil absorption fields, holding tanks, grease traps, and privies.
| 2003 January - June |
2003 July - December |
2004 January - June |
2004 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 January - June |
2003 July - December |
2004 January - June 10% |
2004 July - December |
Total 6% |
relating to: tax warrants and liens on property.
| 2003 January - June |
2003 July - December |
2004 January - June |
2004 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 January - June |
2003 July - December |
2004 January - June 20% |
2004 July - December |
Total 13% |
relating to: revisions and additions to condominium law.
| 2003 January - June |
2003 July - December |
2004 January - June |
2004 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 January - June |
2003 July - December |
2004 January - June 30% |
2004 July - December |
Total 19% |
Budget Bill Subjects
No budget bill subjects found.
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
| 2003 January - June |
2003 July - December |
2004 January - June |
2004 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 January - June |
2003 July - December |
2004 January - June 10% |
2004 July - December |
Total 6% |
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
FOR 2005 SESSION: Redraft of 2003 Assembly Bill 545 -- Relating to falsifying title insurance documents.
| 2003 January - June |
2003 July - December |
2004 January - June |
2004 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 January - June |
2003 July - December |
2004 January - June |
2004 July - December 10% |
Total 4% |
FOR THE 2005 LEGISLATIVE SESSION: Clarify that a wage claim lien is only effective in the county in which it is filed or create a statewide wage claim lien filing system.
| 2003 January - June |
2003 July - December |
2004 January - June |
2004 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 January - June |
2003 July - December |
2004 January - June |
2004 July - December 45% |
Total 17% |
| 2003 January - June |
2003 July - December |
2004 January - June |
2004 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 January - June |
2003 July - December |
2004 January - June |
2004 July - December 45% |
Total 17% |
Minor Efforts
(Time spent on matters each of which accounted for less than 10% of the organization's lobbying.)
Other Matters
No other matters found.