United Council of UW Students Inc

Registered Principal Details

Business Or Interest:
To advocate for students in the UW system - student government associations.

Lobbying Interests:
United Council works on: state expenditures for the UW system and financial aid; rules and legislation pertaining to academic policy, tuition policy, UW system administrative requirements, student loan programs and repayment policies, the age of majority, campaign finance, voter registration, housing policies relating to students, racial profiling, Native American mascots.

Title:
Legislative Affairs Director

Contact
BO
Bethany Ordaz
14 W Mifflin Street, Ste 212
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 263-3422
(608) 265-4070
legislative@unitedcouncil.net
www.unitedcouncil.net

Authorized Lobbyists

Lobbyist Name Exclusive Duties Authorized On Withdrawn On
Margaret Brown Exclusive Duties N/A Authorized On 1/2/2003 Withdrawn On 7/3/2003
Jeffrey Pertl Exclusive Duties N/A Authorized On 1/2/2003 Withdrawn On 7/8/2004
Bethany Ordaz Exclusive Duties N/A Authorized On 7/3/2003 Withdrawn On N/A
Stephanie Hilton Exclusive Duties N/A Authorized On 1/30/2004 Withdrawn On N/A
Brian Tanner Exclusive Duties N/A Authorized On 1/30/2004 Withdrawn On N/A
David Glisch-Sanchez Exclusive Duties N/A Authorized On 7/8/2004 Withdrawn On N/A
Daniel Bush Exclusive Duties N/A Authorized On 7/8/2004 Withdrawn On N/A

Lobbying Interests

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

January 2003 Special Session Senate Bill 1
January 2003 Special Session Senate Bill 1
relating to: decreasing appropriations; lapsing moneys from certain program revenue appropriation accounts to the general fund; transferring moneys from certain segregated funds to the general fund; increasing funding for out-of-state inmate contracts and ...

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 1

Other
Notification Date
2/10/2003
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
Students have already begun the semester, therefore UW instruction and student services must continue to be exempted.
Assembly Bill 3
Assembly Bill 3
relating to: limitations on the filling of vacant positions in state government.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
1/27/2003
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 74
Assembly Bill 74
relating to: tuition vouchers for students who sound Taps at military honors funerals.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 42

For
Notification Date
4/2/2003
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 95
Assembly Bill 95
relating to: allowing aliens who are not legal permanent residents of the United States to pay resident tuition.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
4/27/2003
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 111
Assembly Bill 111
relating to: requiring identification in order to vote at a polling place or obtain an absentee ballot, the fee for an identification card issued by the Department of Transportation, and making an appropriation.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
3/14/2003
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 183
Assembly Bill 183
relating to: school district youth options programs, which allow pupils to attend an institution of higher education under certain circumstances.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 131

Other
Notification Date
4/29/2003
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 207
Assembly Bill 207
relating to: banning smoking in and around University of Wisconsin System residence halls and dormitories and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 268

Against
Notification Date
4/1/2003
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
The current form of the bill would serve as a violation of Wisconsin State Statute 36.09, which allows students, faculty, and staff to determine campus policies.
Assembly Bill 208
Assembly Bill 208
relating to: appointment of members of the Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System.

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
4/1/2003
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
Students fully support adding a second student to the Board of Regents; however in accordance with WSS 36.09(5), students would like to have enhanced involvement in the student regent selection process.
For
Notification Date
4/1/2003
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 215
Assembly Bill 215
relating to: ratification of the agreement negotiated between the state of Wisconsin and the Teaching Assistants' Association, AFT, Local 3220, AFL-CIO, for the 2001-03 biennium, covering employees in the program, project, and teaching assistants of the Un...

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
4/29/2003
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 227
Assembly Bill 227
relating to: ratification of the agreement negotiated between the state of Wisconsin and the Milwaukee Graduate Assistants Association, AFT/WFT, Local 2169, AFL-CIO, for the 2001-03 biennium, covering employees in the program, project, and teaching assista...

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
4/29/2003
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 233
Assembly Bill 233
relating to: eliminating the Youth Options Program.

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
4/29/2003
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 342
Assembly Bill 342
relating to: making a student who has been convicted of possessing, with intent to manufacture, distribute, or deliver, or of manufacturing, distributing, or delivering, a controlled substance or controlled substance analog ineligible for state financial a...

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
5/19/2003
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.
Against
Notification Date
5/19/2003
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 344
Assembly Bill 344
relating to: requiring certain college students to be vaccinated against or be informed about meningococcal disease.

Bill Text and History

2003 Wisconsin Act 61

Other
Notification Date
5/19/2003
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 366
Assembly Bill 366
relating to: transfer of credits between and within the University of Wisconsin System and the technical college system.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
6/9/2003
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 377
Assembly Bill 377
relating to: funding paid sabbatical leave for University of Wisconsin System faculty by gifts and grants.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
6/9/2003
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 383
Assembly Bill 383
relating to: a Medical Assistance family planning demonstration project minimum age eligibility limitation change.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
8/28/2003
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 422
Assembly Bill 422
relating to: increasing the maximum amount of Indian student assistance grants and making an appropriation.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
12/18/2003
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 444
Assembly Bill 444
relating to: carrying or going armed with a concealed weapon, requiring the exercise of rule-making authority, making appropriations, and providing penalties.

Bill Text and History

Other
Notification Date
8/28/2003
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
Students are concerned about this bill not exempting University of Wisconsin campuses as locations where concealed weapons can be carried. The safety of the campuses changes dramatically if concealed weapons are allowed on them.
Assembly Bill 475
Assembly Bill 475
relating to: marriage between one man and one woman.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
8/20/2003
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 532
Assembly Bill 532
relating to: establishment of salary ranges and salary range adjustments for University of Wisconsin System senior executive positions.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
10/20/2003
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 543
Assembly Bill 543
relating to: notice of public meetings held by certain bodies within the University of Wisconsin System.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
10/20/2003
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.
Other
Notification Date
10/20/2003
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
Notification Date
10/20/2003
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 558
Assembly Bill 558
relating to: requiring the Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System to vote by roll call.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
10/20/2003
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 634
Assembly Bill 634
relating to: a Medical Assistance family planning demonstration project minimum age eligibility limitation change.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
12/17/2003
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.
Assembly Joint Resolution 55
Assembly Joint Resolution 55
relating to: elector approval for certain taxing, spending, and bonding decisions by the state and local governmental units, emergency taxes, required reserves, refunds of amounts in excess of the approved amounts, and reduction of tax rates to reflect the...

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/23/2004
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.
Assembly Joint Resolution 66
Assembly Joint Resolution 66
relating to: providing that only a marriage between one man and one woman shall be valid or recognized as a marriage in this state (first consideration).

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
2/10/2004
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.
Senate Bill 68
Senate Bill 68
relating to: requiring electors to present identification in order to vote at a polling place.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
4/29/2003
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.
Senate Bill 85
Senate Bill 85
relating to: appointment of members of the Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
4/29/2003
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.
Senate Bill 99
Senate Bill 99
relating to: requiring a hospital to provide to an alleged victim of sexual assault, with consent, information and emergency contraception and providing a penalty.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
4/29/2003
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.
Senate Bill 186
Senate Bill 186
relating to: a Medical Assistance family planning demonstration project minimum age eligibility limitation change.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
8/28/2003
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.
Senate Bill 233
Senate Bill 233
relating to: marriage between one man and one woman.

Bill Text and History

Against
Notification Date
8/20/2003
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.

Budget Bill Subjects

Higher Educational Aids Board
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Higher Educational Aids Board

Notification Date
1/27/2003
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.

Shared Revenue and Property Tax Relief: Direct Aid Payments
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Shared Revenue and Property Tax Relief: Direct Aid Payments

Notification Date
3/14/2003
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.

Shared Revenue and Property Tax Relief: Local Revenue Options
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Shared Revenue and Property Tax Relief: Local Revenue Options

Notification Date
3/14/2003
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.

University of Wisconsin System
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
University of Wisconsin System

Notification Date
1/27/2003
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.

Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number

2005-07 Biennial Budget
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
2005-07 Biennial Budget

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/27/2005
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.

TABOR
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
TABOR

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/27/2005
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.

confirmation of Beth Richlen to the UW System Board of Regents
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
confirmation of Beth Richlen to the UW System Board of Regents

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
7/16/2003
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.

Credit scores as it relates to insurance
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Credit scores as it relates to insurance

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
2/10/2003
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.

2003-2005 Biennial budget relating to the Higher Educational Aids Board
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
2003-2005 Biennial budget relating to the Higher Educational Aids Board

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
12/13/2002
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.

2003-2005 Biennial budget relating to the University of Wisconsin System
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
2003-2005 Biennial budget relating to the University of Wisconsin System

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
12/13/2002
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.

Adding a second student to the UW Board of Regents
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Adding a second student to the UW Board of Regents

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
12/13/2002
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.

Full tuition flexibility for the UW System Board of Regents (in opposition)
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Full tuition flexibility for the UW System Board of Regents (in opposition)

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
10/22/2002
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
United Council of UW Students Inc

Total Lobbying Effort

  2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
Total Lobbying Expenditures 2004
January - June
$0.00
2004
July - December
$6,433.83
Total $6,433.83
Total Hours Communicating 2004
January - June
147.75
2004
July - December
261.75
Total 409.50
Total Hours Other 2004
January - June
194.50
2004
July - December
55.75
Total 250.25

Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

relating to: providing that only a marriage between one man and one woman shall be valid or recognized as a marriage in this state (first consideration).
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
5%
2004
July - December
Total 3%
relating to: making a student who has been convicted of possessing, with intent to manufacture, distribute, or deliver, or of manufacturing, distributing, or delivering, a controlled substance or controlled substance analog ineligible for state financial aid and granting rule-making authority.
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 5%
relating to: allowing aliens who are not legal permanent residents of the United States to pay resident tuition.
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
15%
2004
July - December
Total 8%
relating to: appointment of members of the Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System.
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
15%
2004
July - December
Total 8%
relating to: elector approval for certain taxing, spending, and bonding decisions by the state and local governmental units, emergency taxes, required reserves, refunds of amounts in excess of the approved amounts, and reduction of tax rates to reflect the excess of revenues over expenditures (first consideration).
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 16%

Budget Bill Subjects

No budget bill subjects found.

Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings

No administrative rulemaking proceedings found.

Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number

2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
2004
July - December
Total
2003
January - June
2003
July - December
2004
January - June
5%
2004
July - December
10%
Total 7%
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 5%
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
60%
Total 29%

Minor Efforts

(Time spent on matters each of which accounted for less than 10% of the organization's lobbying.)

Minor Efforts
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
20%
Total 20%

Other Matters

No other matters found.

Filed Statements of Lobbying Activity and Expenditures