United Council of UW Students
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
State student association; higher education advocacy for UW System as determined by students.
Lobbying Interests:
We look to influence legislation and policy affecting University of Wisconsin system students in terms of state budget appropriations, tuition, grant aid, and programming.
Title:
Executive Director
State student association; higher education advocacy for UW System as determined by students.
Lobbying Interests:
We look to influence legislation and policy affecting University of Wisconsin system students in terms of state budget appropriations, tuition, grant aid, and programming.
Title:
Executive Director
Contact
NAA
Nneka A. Akubeze
14 W Mifflin St, Suite 212
Madison, WI 53703-4309
(608) 263-3422 x11
ed@unitedcouncil.net
http://www.unitedcouncil.net
14 W Mifflin St, Suite 212
Madison, WI 53703-4309
(608) 263-3422 x11
ed@unitedcouncil.net
http://www.unitedcouncil.net
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
|---|
Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 54
Relating to: limiting the times for voting by absentee ballots in person.
Bill Text and History
3/4/2013
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
This limits the hours of early voting which can harm students who have heavy class loads on traditional Tuesday voting days
http://unitedcouncil.net
Relating to: limiting the times for voting by absentee ballots in person.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date3/4/2013
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
This limits the hours of early voting which can harm students who have heavy class loads on traditional Tuesday voting days
http://unitedcouncil.net
Assembly Bill 92
Relating to: alternate sites for absentee voting in person.
Bill Text and History
4/15/2013
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: alternate sites for absentee voting in person.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date4/15/2013
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 183
Relating to: miscellaneous provisions related to rental and vehicle towing practices and eviction proceedings, prohibitions on enacting ordinances that place certain limitations or requirements on landlords, providing an exemption from emergency rule proce...
Bill Text and History
5/1/2013
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
This bill would erode many tenant protections, such as landlords no longer being required to notify tenants of code violations. As students are predominately renters, this negatively affects the students of the UW System.
Relating to: miscellaneous provisions related to rental and vehicle towing practices and eviction proceedings, prohibitions on enacting ordinances that place certain limitations or requirements on landlords, providing an exemption from emergency rule proce...
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date5/1/2013
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
This bill would erode many tenant protections, such as landlords no longer being required to notify tenants of code violations. As students are predominately renters, this negatively affects the students of the UW System.
Assembly Bill 225
Relating to: various changes in the campaign finance laws; exemption of certain electors from the requirement to present proof of identification when voting in an election; identifying documentation to establish proof of residency for voter registration; r...
Bill Text and History
6/4/2013
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
This bill would thankfully create online voter registration, however the residence on the ID matching voting residence will not work for students. Provisions expanding money's influence in elections are concerning.
Relating to: various changes in the campaign finance laws; exemption of certain electors from the requirement to present proof of identification when voting in an election; identifying documentation to establish proof of residency for voter registration; r...
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date6/4/2013
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
This bill would thankfully create online voter registration, however the residence on the ID matching voting residence will not work for students. Provisions expanding money's influence in elections are concerning.
Assembly Bill 256
Relating to: citations to underage persons for alcohol beverages violations and disciplinary sanctions against University of Wisconsin System students for such violations and providing penalties. (FE)
Bill Text and History
7/30/2013
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: citations to underage persons for alcohol beverages violations and disciplinary sanctions against University of Wisconsin System students for such violations and providing penalties. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date7/30/2013
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Assembly Bill 332
Relating to: the authority of the Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System to charge students mandatory refundable fees.
Bill Text and History
2/6/2014
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
Supports the state statute protected right students have to organize as they see fit and restores funding back to the oldest statewide student association in the country, students fighting students since 1960!
http://unitedcouncil.net
Relating to: the authority of the Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System to charge students mandatory refundable fees.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/6/2014
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
Supports the state statute protected right students have to organize as they see fit and restores funding back to the oldest statewide student association in the country, students fighting students since 1960!
http://unitedcouncil.net
Assembly Bill 498
Relating to: student loans, the individual income tax subtract modification for tuition and student fees, creating an authority, to be known as the Wisconsin Student Loan Refinancing Authority, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (...
Bill Text and History
2/6/2014
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
This bill offers better options for Wisconsin students with student loan debt.
http://unitedcouncil.net
Relating to: student loans, the individual income tax subtract modification for tuition and student fees, creating an authority, to be known as the Wisconsin Student Loan Refinancing Authority, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (...
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/6/2014
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
This bill offers better options for Wisconsin students with student loan debt.
http://unitedcouncil.net
Senate Bill 91
Relating to: alternate sites for absentee voting in person.
Bill Text and History
4/15/2013
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: alternate sites for absentee voting in person.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date4/15/2013
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 157
Relating to: the appointment of the student members of the Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System.
Bill Text and History
4/27/2013
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to: the appointment of the student members of the Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date4/27/2013
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Senate Bill 267
Relating to: recording the type of identifying document provided by an elector as proof of residence.
Bill Text and History
2013 Wisconsin Act 182
2/6/2014
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
Student ID numbers could be recorded. This means information, freely given by the elector, could be released through open records. Anyone can request student academic records, financial records, and possible credit card information of student voters
http://unitedcouncil.net
Relating to: recording the type of identifying document provided by an elector as proof of residence.
Bill Text and History
2013 Wisconsin Act 182
Against
Notification Date2/6/2014
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
Student ID numbers could be recorded. This means information, freely given by the elector, could be released through open records. Anyone can request student academic records, financial records, and possible credit card information of student voters
http://unitedcouncil.net
Senate Bill 376
Relating to: student loans, the individual income tax subtract modification for tuition and student fees, creating an authority, to be known as the Wisconsin Student Loan Refinancing Authority, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (...
Bill Text and History
2/6/2014
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
http://unitedcouncil.net
Relating to: student loans, the individual income tax subtract modification for tuition and student fees, creating an authority, to be known as the Wisconsin Student Loan Refinancing Authority, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (...
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/6/2014
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
http://unitedcouncil.net
Budget Bill Subjects
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Higher Educational Aids Board
Higher Educational Aids Board
Notification Date
3/18/2013
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
We support restoring the link between the Wisconsin Higher Education Grant (WHEG) and UW tuition. To that end, we support $24m in additional funds for HEAB.
3/18/2013
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
We support restoring the link between the Wisconsin Higher Education Grant (WHEG) and UW tuition. To that end, we support $24m in additional funds for HEAB.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
University of Wisconsin System
University of Wisconsin System
Notification Date
3/18/2013
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
We oppose the JFC's significant reduction in UW funding from the Governor's proposal, the freezing of student-administered fees, and the elimination of the mandatory refundable fee which funds the student voice, United Council of UW Students.
3/18/2013
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Comments
We oppose the JFC's significant reduction in UW funding from the Governor's proposal, the freezing of student-administered fees, and the elimination of the mandatory refundable fee which funds the student voice, United Council of UW Students.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
Relating to the selection of members to the UW System Board of Regents, Lobbying in favor of selection of appointees
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Relating to the selection of members to the UW System Board of Regents, Lobbying in favor of selection of appointees
Relating to the selection of members to the UW System Board of Regents, Lobbying in favor of selection of appointees
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
3/28/2014
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
3/28/2014
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to tuition policy for undocumented persons, in favor of in-state tuition for undocumented persons with certain qualifications
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Relating to tuition policy for undocumented persons, in favor of in-state tuition for undocumented persons with certain qualifications
Relating to tuition policy for undocumented persons, in favor of in-state tuition for undocumented persons with certain qualifications
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
2/15/2013
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
2/15/2013
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to the selection of student members of the UW Board of Regents, lobbying in favor of student selection of appointee pool for Gubernatorial selection
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Relating to the selection of student members of the UW Board of Regents, lobbying in favor of student selection of appointee pool for Gubernatorial selection
Relating to the selection of student members of the UW Board of Regents, lobbying in favor of student selection of appointee pool for Gubernatorial selection
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
2/15/2013
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
2/15/2013
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to the funding of financial aid for UW students in the biennial budget, lobbying in favor of increased funding.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Relating to the funding of financial aid for UW students in the biennial budget, lobbying in favor of increased funding.
Relating to the funding of financial aid for UW students in the biennial budget, lobbying in favor of increased funding.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
2/15/2013
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
2/15/2013
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to legislative restrictions on tuition for UW System students, lobbying in favor of a legislative tuition cap on increases per year & a four-year tuition guarantee
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Relating to legislative restrictions on tuition for UW System students, lobbying in favor of a legislative tuition cap on increases per year & a four-year tuition guarantee
Relating to legislative restrictions on tuition for UW System students, lobbying in favor of a legislative tuition cap on increases per year & a four-year tuition guarantee
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
2/15/2013
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
2/15/2013
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Relating to the biennial budget's funding of the UW System, lobbying in favor of cost-to-continue funding
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Relating to the biennial budget's funding of the UW System, lobbying in favor of cost-to-continue funding
Relating to the biennial budget's funding of the UW System, lobbying in favor of cost-to-continue funding
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
2/15/2013
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
2/15/2013
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
LRB−0293/P1 relating to: citations to underage persons for alcohol beverages violations and disciplinary sanctions against University of Wisconsin System students for such violations, AKA "responsible action"
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB−0293/P1 relating to: citations to underage persons for alcohol beverages violations and disciplinary sanctions against University of Wisconsin System students for such violations, AKA "responsible action"
LRB−0293/P1 relating to: citations to underage persons for alcohol beverages violations and disciplinary sanctions against University of Wisconsin System students for such violations, AKA "responsible action"
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
2/15/2013
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
2/15/2013
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal do not intend to communicate on this matter.
Total Lobbying Effort
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Lobbying Expenditures | 2013 January - June $38,501.77 |
2013 July - December $503.69 |
2014 January - June $149.50 |
2014 July - December $0.00 |
Total $39,154.95 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2013 January - June 87.00 |
2013 July - December 3.00 |
2014 January - June 4.00 |
2014 July - December 0.00 |
Total 94.00 |
| Total Hours Other | 2013 January - June 632.00 |
2013 July - December 16.00 |
2014 January - June 0.00 |
2014 July - December 0.00 |
Total 648.00 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Relating to: miscellaneous provisions related to rental and vehicle towing practices and eviction proceedings, prohibitions on enacting ordinances that place certain limitations or requirements on landlords, providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures, granting rule-making authority. (FE)
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June 9% |
2013 July - December 10% |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total 9% |
Relating to: the authority of the Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System to charge students mandatory refundable fees.
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December 5% |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: alternate sites for absentee voting in person.
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December 5% |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: the appointment of the student members of the Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System.
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December 5% |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: recording the type of identifying document provided by an elector as proof of residence.
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December 5% |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: student loans, the individual income tax subtract modification for tuition and student fees, creating an authority, to be known as the Wisconsin Student Loan Refinancing Authority, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December 7% |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: alternate sites for absentee voting in person.
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December 10% |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: various changes in the campaign finance laws; exemption of certain electors from the requirement to present proof of identification when voting in an election; identifying documentation to establish proof of residency for voter registration; recording the type of identifying document provided as proof of residence; limiting the times for voting by absentee ballot in person; the method of reporting election returns by municipalities; fees for election recounts; the method of recounting votes cast with automatic tabulating equipment; residency of election officials; recall petition requirements; the procedure for recounting ballots when electors voting in person are required to sign the poll list and fail to do so; challenging an elector's registration during recount proceedings; witness addresses on absentee ballot certificates; nominees submitted by the Government Accountability Board candidate committee; securing ballot containers; party representation for election officials serving at polling places; and scheduling of referendums. (FE)
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December 10% |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: student loans, the individual income tax subtract modification for tuition and student fees, creating an authority, to be known as the Wisconsin Student Loan Refinancing Authority, granting rule-making authority, and making an appropriation. (FE)
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December 10% |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: citations to underage persons for alcohol beverages violations and disciplinary sanctions against University of Wisconsin System students for such violations and providing penalties. (FE)
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December 14% |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to: limiting the times for voting by absentee ballots in person.
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December 15% |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Budget Bill Subjects
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June 22% |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total 21% |
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June 65% |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December 100% |
Total 63% |
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
No administrative rulemaking proceedings found.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
Relating to tuition policy for undocumented persons, in favor of in-state tuition for undocumented persons with certain qualifications
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June 1% |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total < 1% |
LRB−0293/P1 relating to: citations to underage persons for alcohol beverages violations and disciplinary sanctions against University of Wisconsin System students for such violations, AKA "responsible action"
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June 1% |
2013 July - December 1% |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to the selection of student members of the UW Board of Regents, lobbying in favor of student selection of appointee pool for Gubernatorial selection
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December 3% |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total < 1% |
Relating to the selection of members to the UW System Board of Regents, Lobbying in favor of selection of appointees
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June 100% |
2014 July - December |
Total < 1% |
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.