Wisconsin Association of Independent Colleges and Universities

Registered Principal Details

Business Or Interest:
Representing the 20 independent colleges and universities in Wisconsin.

Lobbying Interests:
The primary interest of WAICU is in access to quality higher education for all students. For this reason, our principal governmental focus is on financial aid for students, particularly need-based financial aid. Regulatory, taxation, and information technology, insofar as they affect students' access to higher education is also a concern.

Title:
Vice President for Public Policy

Contact
PMN
Paul M Nelson
122 W Washington Ave Ste 700
Madison, WI 53703-2718
(608) 256-7761
(608) 256-7065
paul.nelson@waicu.org

Authorized Lobbyists

Lobbyist Name Exclusive Duties Authorized On Withdrawn On
Rolf Wegenke Exclusive Duties N/A Authorized On 1/1/2007 Withdrawn On N/A
Paul M Nelson Exclusive Duties N/A Authorized On 1/1/2007 Withdrawn On N/A

Lobbying Interests

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

Assembly Bill 1
Assembly Bill 1
state finances and appropriations. (FE)

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
3/19/2008
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 65
Assembly Bill 65
relating to: creating a nonrefundable individual and corporate income tax credit based on interest received from bonds or notes issued by the Wisconsin Health and Educational Facilities Authority for purposes related to an educational facility and authoriz...

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
4/3/2007
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 67
Assembly Bill 67
relating to: an education tax credit for businesses.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/19/2007
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 97
Assembly Bill 97
relating to: eligibility for tuition fee remission for family members of certain veterans.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
3/6/2007
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 132
Assembly Bill 132
relating to: eligibility for tuition fee remission for family members of certain veterans.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
3/6/2007
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 151
Assembly Bill 151
relating to: making a postsecondary 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 based on conduct t...

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
4/3/2007
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 281
Assembly Bill 281
relating to: the purposes, authority, and responsibilities of the Educational Approval Board and the regulation of schools by that board.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
5/4/2007
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 327
Assembly Bill 327
relating to: school district youth options programs and making an appropriation.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
10/16/2007
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 440
Assembly Bill 440
relating to: a loan program for pharmacy students who agree to practice pharmacy in pharmacy professional shortage areas in this state, requiring the exercise of rule-making authority, and making an appropriation.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
7/17/2007
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
7/17/2007
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 780
Assembly Bill 780
relating to: the method by which the amounts to be appropriated for higher education grants, tuition grants, and Lawton minority undergraduate grants are calculated and making appropriations.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/11/2008
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 174
Senate Bill 174
relating to: the purposes, authority, and responsibilities of the Educational Approval Board and the regulation of schools by that board.

Bill Text and History

None
Notification Date
5/4/2007
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 254
Senate Bill 254
relating to: allowing an individual income tax deduction for certain amounts contributed by a divorced or legally separated parent to his or her child's college savings account or college tuition and expenses program and limiting the deduction that may be ...

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
8/23/2007
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 450
Senate Bill 450
relating to: the method by which the amounts to be appropriated for higher education grants, tuition grants, and Lawton minority undergraduate grants are calculated and making appropriations.

Bill Text and History

For
Notification Date
2/11/2008
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

Administration: Attached Programs
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Administration: Attached Programs

Notification Date
2/19/2007
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
Any and all provisions related to the creation and operation of the Office of the Wisconsin Covenant.

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

Notification Date
2/19/2007
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
Any and all provisions related to HEAB financial aid programs.

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

Notification Date
3/9/2007
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.

Wisconsin Technical College System
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Wisconsin Technical College System

Notification Date
3/9/2007
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

State allocation of federal economic stimulus dollars to Wisconsin college and university projects.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
State allocation of federal economic stimulus dollars to Wisconsin college and university projects.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
12/18/2008
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 Council Study Committee, "Building Wisconsin's Workforce."
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Legislative Council Study Committee, "Building Wisconsin's Workforce."

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
10/21/2008
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 presented and discussed by the Legislative Council Special Committee on Building Wisconsin's Workforce as they consider possible legislation for 2009-2010.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Topics presented and discussed by the Legislative Council Special Committee on Building Wisconsin's Workforce as they consider possible legislation for 2009-2010.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
9/8/2008
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.

Dept. of Natural Resources Environmental Improvement Program.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Dept. of Natural Resources Environmental Improvement Program.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
7/24/2008
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.

Pharmacy program at Concordia University Wisconsin.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Pharmacy program at Concordia University Wisconsin.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
7/24/2008
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.

Youth Options annual notification requirements for private colleges.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Youth Options annual notification requirements for private colleges.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
6/19/2008
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.

Nomination for a vacant seat on the Higher Educational Aids Board.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Nomination for a vacant seat on the Higher Educational Aids Board.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
6/11/2008
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.

Nomination of board members to the Wisconsin Health and Educational Facilities Authority.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Nomination of board members to the Wisconsin Health and Educational Facilities Authority.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
4/1/2008
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.

The development of the 2009-2011 HEAB biennial budget.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
The development of the 2009-2011 HEAB biennial budget.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
2/22/2008
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.

Proposed Legislative Council Study Committee on student financial aid.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Proposed Legislative Council Study Committee on student financial aid.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
12/13/2007
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.

Nominations to fill vacancies on the Higher Educational Aids Board.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Nominations to fill vacancies on the Higher Educational Aids Board.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
11/27/2007
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.

Nomination to fill a vacant seat on the Higher Educational Aids Board
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Nomination to fill a vacant seat on the Higher Educational Aids Board

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
8/22/2007
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.

Enactment in Wisconsin of the "Uniform Prudent Management of Institutional Funds Act" (UPMIFA- model law adopted by the National Conference of Commissioners on Uniform State Laws).
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Enactment in Wisconsin of the "Uniform Prudent Management of Institutional Funds Act" (UPMIFA- model law adopted by the National Conference of Commissioners on Uniform State Laws).

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
6/14/2007
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.

An appointment to fill an upcoming vacancy on the Higher Educational Aids Board.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
An appointment to fill an upcoming vacancy on the Higher Educational Aids Board.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
4/4/2007
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.

2007 Biennial Budget - Higher Educational Aids Board - Veterans tuition grant or fee remission program.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
2007 Biennial Budget - Higher Educational Aids Board - Veterans tuition grant or fee remission program.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/1/2007
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.

2007-2009 Biennial Budget - Higher Educational Aids Board
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
2007-2009 Biennial Budget - Higher Educational Aids Board

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/1/2007
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.

2007-2009 Budget - Educational Approval Board.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
2007-2009 Budget - Educational Approval Board.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/1/2007
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.

an education tax credit for businesses that pay tuition for an individual to attend a university, college, or technical college.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
an education tax credit for businesses that pay tuition for an individual to attend a university, college, or technical college.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/1/2007
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.

Automatic fire sprinkler systems in certain residence halls and other student residential facilities.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Automatic fire sprinkler systems in certain residence halls and other student residential facilities.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/1/2007
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.

Creating a state tax exemption or credit for interest on bonds issued by WHEFA for purposes related to Wisconsin private college educational facilities.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Creating a state tax exemption or credit for interest on bonds issued by WHEFA for purposes related to Wisconsin private college educational facilities.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/1/2007
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.

EdVest Trust Fund Grant program.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
EdVest Trust Fund Grant program.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/1/2007
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.

Governor's Council on Financial Literacy.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Governor's Council on Financial Literacy.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/1/2007
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 Council study committee on navigable waters and drainage ditches.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Legislative Council study committee on navigable waters and drainage ditches.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/1/2007
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 the disposition of the student records of a higher educational institution in the event the institution discontinues its operations.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Relating to the disposition of the student records of a higher educational institution in the event the institution discontinues its operations.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/1/2007
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.

state-funded financial aid grants for students attending for-profit colleges and universities.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
state-funded financial aid grants for students attending for-profit colleges and universities.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/1/2007
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.

Tax-free acreage limits in Ch. 70 applying to colleges & universities.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Tax-free acreage limits in Ch. 70 applying to colleges & universities.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/1/2007
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.

the College Savings Program Board.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
the College Savings Program Board.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/1/2007
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.

The tax-exempt status of non-profit organizations.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
The tax-exempt status of non-profit organizations.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/1/2007
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.

The Wisconsin Tuition Grant
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
The Wisconsin Tuition Grant

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/1/2007
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.

Wisconsin Covenant: Financial aid proposals in the Governor's State-of-the-State speech.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Wisconsin Covenant: Financial aid proposals in the Governor's State-of-the-State speech.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/1/2007
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.

Youth Options Program in the Dept. of Public Instruction.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Youth Options Program in the Dept. of Public Instruction.

Action Intended To Affect
Legislative Matter

Notification Date
1/1/2007
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

  2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
Total Lobbying Expenditures 2007
January - June
$42,983.95
2007
July - December
$16,026.27
2008
January - June
$8,423.45
2008
July - December
$10,895.43
Total $78,329.10
Total Hours Communicating 2007
January - June
93.50
2007
July - December
24.00
2008
January - June
17.75
2008
July - December
20.25
Total 155.50
Total Hours Other 2007
January - June
322.25
2007
July - December
124.00
2008
January - June
43.00
2008
July - December
67.75
Total 557.00

Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort

Legislative Bills/Resolutions

relating to: a loan program for pharmacy students who agree to practice pharmacy in pharmacy professional shortage areas in this state, requiring the exercise of rule-making authority, and making an appropriation.
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
11%
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total 2%

Budget Bill Subjects

2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
81%
2007
July - December
75%
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total 63%

Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings

No administrative rulemaking proceedings found.

Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number

2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
60%
2008
July - December
73%
Total 14%

Minor Efforts

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

Minor Efforts
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
15%
2007
July - December
13%
2008
January - June
40%
2008
July - December
20%
Total 17%

Other Matters

Includes time spent on:

  • Gubernatorial nominations
  • Matters on which the organization made no lobbying communication

Other Matters
2007
January - June
2007
July - December
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
Total
2007
January - June
4%
2007
July - December
1%
2008
January - June
2008
July - December
7%
Total 3%

Filed Statements of Lobbying Activity and Expenditures