Local Union 2150 IBEW
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
Labor union for utility members.
Lobbying Interests:
Wage and hour; OSHA reform; minimum wage; right to work; FMLA; tort reform; campaign and finance reform; utility restructuring; deregulation; privitization; unemployment compensation; workers compensation.
Title:
President/Business Representative
Labor union for utility members.
Lobbying Interests:
Wage and hour; OSHA reform; minimum wage; right to work; FMLA; tort reform; campaign and finance reform; utility restructuring; deregulation; privitization; unemployment compensation; workers compensation.
Title:
President/Business Representative
Contact
FC
Forrest Ceel
N8 W22520 Johnson Dr #H
Waukesha, WI 53186
(262) 547-1033
(262) 547-2816
N8 W22520 Johnson Dr #H
Waukesha, WI 53186
(262) 547-1033
(262) 547-2816
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forrest Ceel | Exclusive Duties N/A | Authorized On 1/6/2003 | Withdrawn On N/A |
Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 353
relating to: permitting an employer to refuse to employ, or to bar or terminate from employment, an individual who has been convicted of a felony and who has not been pardoned for that felony.
Bill Text and History
9/15/2003
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
Support AFL-CIO position.
relating to: permitting an employer to refuse to employ, or to bar or terminate from employment, an individual who has been convicted of a felony and who has not been pardoned for that felony.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date9/15/2003
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
Support AFL-CIO position.
Assembly Bill 378
relating to: payments to local governments for public utilities.
Bill Text and History
2003 Wisconsin Act 31
7/3/2003
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: payments to local governments for public utilities.
Bill Text and History
2003 Wisconsin Act 31
For
Notification Date7/3/2003
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 394
relating to: powers and duties of transmission company with responsibilities for electric transmission in this state.
Bill Text and History
7/3/2003
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: powers and duties of transmission company with responsibilities for electric transmission in this state.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date7/3/2003
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 529
relating to: remediation of objectionable flows of electric current, burden of proof and damages in certain actions against public utilities, making an appropriation, and providing penalties.
Bill Text and History
12/30/2003
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: remediation of objectionable flows of electric current, burden of proof and damages in certain actions against public utilities, making an appropriation, and providing penalties.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date12/30/2003
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 555
relating to: requirements for approval of construction of nuclear power plants.
Bill Text and History
10/24/2003
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 moratorium on nuclear plant construction does not allow for nuclear to be considered as an energy option by the PSCW. Significant industry changes over the past 20 years should now allow the nuclear option to be considered.
relating to: requirements for approval of construction of nuclear power plants.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date10/24/2003
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 moratorium on nuclear plant construction does not allow for nuclear to be considered as an energy option by the PSCW. Significant industry changes over the past 20 years should now allow the nuclear option to be considered.
Assembly Bill 564
relating to: instruction in public schools on the history of organized labor in America and the collective bargaining process, special distinguishing registration plates associated with organized labor, and making an appropriation.
Bill Text and History
1/27/2004
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 American Labor Movement is largely responsible for the creation and stability of the middle class in the United States. Students should be aware that employers do not always willingly "give" them their work place benefits.
relating to: instruction in public schools on the history of organized labor in America and the collective bargaining process, special distinguishing registration plates associated with organized labor, and making an appropriation.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date1/27/2004
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 American Labor Movement is largely responsible for the creation and stability of the middle class in the United States. Students should be aware that employers do not always willingly "give" them their work place benefits.
Assembly Bill 598
relating to: employment relations under the Municipal Employment Relations Act.
Bill Text and History
11/3/2003
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 IBEW is opposed to undermining a collective bargaining process that has worked on behalf of employees, employers, and taxpayers.
relating to: employment relations under the Municipal Employment Relations Act.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date11/3/2003
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 IBEW is opposed to undermining a collective bargaining process that has worked on behalf of employees, employers, and taxpayers.
Senate Bill 111
relating to: the energy efficiency of equipment used in state building projects and certain other projects constructed for the state and granting rule-making authority.
Bill Text and History
3/5/2004
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
IBEW 2150 is represented on the Governor's Energy Task Force on Conservation & Renewables. IBEW 2150 strongly supports this bill which will encourage energy efficiency in state buildings.
relating to: the energy efficiency of equipment used in state building projects and certain other projects constructed for the state and granting rule-making authority.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date3/5/2004
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
IBEW 2150 is represented on the Governor's Energy Task Force on Conservation & Renewables. IBEW 2150 strongly supports this bill which will encourage energy efficiency in state buildings.
Senate Bill 180
relating to: payments to local governments for public utilities and making an appropriation.
Bill Text and History
7/3/2003
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: payments to local governments for public utilities and making an appropriation.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date7/3/2003
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 194
relating to: powers and duties of transmission company with responsibilities for electric transmission in this state.
Bill Text and History
2003 Wisconsin Act 40
7/5/2003
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.
relating to: powers and duties of transmission company with responsibilities for electric transmission in this state.
Bill Text and History
2003 Wisconsin Act 40
For
Notification Date7/5/2003
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.
Budget Bill Subjects
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Administration: Attached Programs
Administration: Attached Programs
Notification Date
3/31/2003
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
IBEW 2150 supports maintaining "Public Benefits" for its original intent and not transferred to GPR.
3/31/2003
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
IBEW 2150 supports maintaining "Public Benefits" for its original intent and not transferred to GPR.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
Proposal by Wisconsin Energy Corporation to create a financing mechanisim known as Environmental Trust Financing. LRB 4030. Expected to be a bill week of 2/16/04
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Proposal by Wisconsin Energy Corporation to create a financing mechanisim known as Environmental Trust Financing. LRB 4030. Expected to be a bill week of 2/16/04
Proposal by Wisconsin Energy Corporation to create a financing mechanisim known as Environmental Trust Financing. LRB 4030. Expected to be a bill week of 2/16/04
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
2/16/2004
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
2/16/2004
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.
Opposing LRB 2402 (Paycheck Deception) which would bureaucratically burden labor organizations legislative efforts while exempting corporations, governmental units, and non-profits from those same requirments.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Opposing LRB 2402 (Paycheck Deception) which would bureaucratically burden labor organizations legislative efforts while exempting corporations, governmental units, and non-profits from those same requirments.
Opposing LRB 2402 (Paycheck Deception) which would bureaucratically burden labor organizations legislative efforts while exempting corporations, governmental units, and non-profits from those same requirments.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
5/15/2003
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
5/15/2003
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.
Supporting AFL-CIO effort in Wisconsin to formulate a health care plan modeled after Workmans Comp. or Unemployment Comp. to cover all employers and their employees in Wisconsin.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Supporting AFL-CIO effort in Wisconsin to formulate a health care plan modeled after Workmans Comp. or Unemployment Comp. to cover all employers and their employees in Wisconsin.
Supporting AFL-CIO effort in Wisconsin to formulate a health care plan modeled after Workmans Comp. or Unemployment Comp. to cover all employers and their employees in Wisconsin.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
5/15/2003
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
5/15/2003
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.
Supporting the draft LRB 1129 (subsidy Accountability and Reporting Act)which would ensure that tax dollar subsidies to corporations were used as intended with specific performance standards.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Supporting the draft LRB 1129 (subsidy Accountability and Reporting Act)which would ensure that tax dollar subsidies to corporations were used as intended with specific performance standards.
Supporting the draft LRB 1129 (subsidy Accountability and Reporting Act)which would ensure that tax dollar subsidies to corporations were used as intended with specific performance standards.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
5/15/2003
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
5/15/2003
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.
IBEW 2150 is supporting efforts to require the teaching of labor history in Wisconsin public schools.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
IBEW 2150 is supporting efforts to require the teaching of labor history in Wisconsin public schools.
IBEW 2150 is supporting efforts to require the teaching of labor history in Wisconsin public schools.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter
Notification Date
3/31/2003
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
3/31/2003
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.
Advocating legislation to provide adequate incentives for communities to host utility infrastructure improvements. Focused on electrical generating facilities.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Advocating legislation to provide adequate incentives for communities to host utility infrastructure improvements. Focused on electrical generating facilities.
Advocating legislation to provide adequate incentives for communities to host utility infrastructure improvements. Focused on electrical generating facilities.
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.
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.
Total Lobbying Effort
| 2004 January - June |
2004 July - December |
Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Lobbying Expenditures | 2004 January - June $2,442.83 |
2004 July - December $4,870.51 |
Total $7,313.34 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2004 January - June 14.00 |
2004 July - December 0.00 |
Total 14.00 |
| Total Hours Other | 2004 January - June 19.00 |
2004 July - December 63.50 |
Total 82.50 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
No legislative bills/resolutions found.
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
No topics found.
Minor Efforts
No minor efforts found.
Other Matters
Includes time spent on:
- Gubernatorial nominations
- Matters on which the organization made no lobbying communication