Wisconsin Association of Independent Colleges and Universities
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
Representing the 24 private, nonprofit 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:
President
Representing the 24 private, nonprofit 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:
President
Contact
RW
Rolf Wegenke
122 W Washington Ave, Ste 700
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 256-7761
(608) 256-7065
rolf.wegenke@waicu.org
http://www.waicu.org
122 W Washington Ave, Ste 700
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 256-7761
(608) 256-7065
rolf.wegenke@waicu.org
http://www.waicu.org
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
|---|
Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 189
Relating to: transferability of courses between the University of Wisconsin System, technical college system, and tribally controlled and private colleges. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2019 Wisconsin Act 46
5/15/2019
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: transferability of courses between the University of Wisconsin System, technical college system, and tribally controlled and private colleges. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2019 Wisconsin Act 46
Other
Notification Date5/15/2019
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 232
Relating to: teacher preparatory programs and granting rule-making authority.
Bill Text and History
7/11/2019
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: teacher preparatory programs and granting rule-making authority.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date7/11/2019
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 531
Relating to: requiring that student identification cards include contact information for suicide prevention hotlines. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2019 Wisconsin Act 116
11/4/2019
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: requiring that student identification cards include contact information for suicide prevention hotlines. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2019 Wisconsin Act 116
For
Notification Date11/4/2019
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 536
Relating to: establishing a career advancement scholarship program and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
12/26/2019
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: establishing a career advancement scholarship program and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date12/26/2019
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 684
Relating to: veteran-related tuition grants for certain veterans and dependents enrolled in private nonprofit institutions of higher education and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
1/22/2020
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: veteran-related tuition grants for certain veterans and dependents enrolled in private nonprofit institutions of higher education and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date1/22/2020
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 15
Relating to: new internship grants and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/13/2019
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: new internship grants and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/13/2019
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 165
Relating to: transferability of courses between the University of Wisconsin System, technical college system, and tribally controlled and private colleges. (FE)
Bill Text and History
5/15/2019
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: transferability of courses between the University of Wisconsin System, technical college system, and tribally controlled and private colleges. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date5/15/2019
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 481
Relating to: establishing a career advancement scholarship program and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
12/26/2019
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: establishing a career advancement scholarship program and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date12/26/2019
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 537
Relating to: veteran-related tuition grants for certain veterans and dependents enrolled in private nonprofit institutions of higher education and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2019 Wisconsin Act 149
11/14/2019
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: veteran-related tuition grants for certain veterans and dependents enrolled in private nonprofit institutions of higher education and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2019 Wisconsin Act 149
For
Notification Date11/14/2019
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.
Budget Bill Subjects
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Higher Education Aids Board
Higher Education Aids Board
Notification Date
3/12/2019
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.
3/12/2019
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.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Public Instruction: Departmentwide
Public Instruction: Departmentwide
Notification Date
3/12/2019
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.
3/12/2019
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.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Workforce Development: Departmentwide
Workforce Development: Departmentwide
Notification Date
3/12/2019
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.
3/12/2019
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.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Talent and Workforce Development
Talent and Workforce Development
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/19/2018
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/19/2018
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Degree Attainment
Degree Attainment
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/19/2018
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/19/2018
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Teacher Education and Preparation
Teacher Education and Preparation
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/19/2018
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/19/2018
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
College Affordability/Student Debt
College Affordability/Student Debt
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/19/2018
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/19/2018
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
College and Career Readiness
College and Career Readiness
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/19/2018
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/19/2018
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
State Reciprocity Agreements
State Reciprocity Agreements
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/19/2018
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/19/2018
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Career Pathways
Career Pathways
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/19/2018
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/19/2018
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
State Authorization/Distance Education
State Authorization/Distance Education
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/19/2018
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/19/2018
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
State Authorization/Program Integrity
State Authorization/Program Integrity
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/19/2018
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/19/2018
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Wisconsin Grants and Student Financial Aid
Wisconsin Grants and Student Financial Aid
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/19/2018
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/19/2018
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
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Lobbying Expenditures | 2019 January - June $105,380.15 |
2019 July - December $107,488.07 |
2020 January - June $101,148.34 |
2020 July - December $107,347.41 |
Total $421,363.97 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2019 January - June 236.00 |
2019 July - December 169.50 |
2020 January - June 152.50 |
2020 July - December 106.25 |
Total 664.25 |
| Total Hours Other | 2019 January - June 640.25 |
2019 July - December 595.50 |
2020 January - June 748.50 |
2020 July - December 674.00 |
Total 2658.25 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Relating to: establishing a career advancement scholarship program and making an appropriation. (FE)
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 5% |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December 5% |
Total 2% |
Relating to: veteran-related tuition grants for certain veterans and dependents enrolled in private nonprofit institutions of higher education and making an appropriation. (FE)
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 15% |
2020 January - June 15% |
2020 July - December 15% |
Total 11% |
Relating to: transferability of courses between the University of Wisconsin System, technical college system, and tribally controlled and private colleges. (FE)
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June 5% |
2020 July - December 5% |
Total 3% |
Relating to: veteran-related tuition grants for certain veterans and dependents enrolled in private nonprofit institutions of higher education and making an appropriation. (FE)
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June 5% |
2020 July - December 5% |
Total 3% |
Relating to: transferability of courses between the University of Wisconsin System, technical college system, and tribally controlled and private colleges. (FE)
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December 5% |
Total 1% |
Budget Bill Subjects
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June 5% |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total 1% |
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June 20% |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total 5% |
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
No administrative rulemaking proceedings found.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June 5% |
2019 July - December 10% |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December 5% |
Total 5% |
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June 5% |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June 5% |
2020 July - December |
Total 3% |
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June 10% |
2019 July - December 10% |
2020 January - June 10% |
2020 July - December 10% |
Total 10% |
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June 15% |
2019 July - December 10% |
2020 January - June 15% |
2020 July - December 10% |
Total 13% |
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June 30% |
2019 July - December 20% |
2020 January - June 20% |
2020 July - December 15% |
Total 21% |
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December 10% |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total 2% |
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June |
2020 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 January - June |
2019 July - December |
2020 January - June 10% |
2020 July - December 10% |
Total 5% |
Minor Efforts
(Time spent on matters each of which accounted for less than 10% of the organization's lobbying.)
Other Matters
Includes time spent on:
- Gubernatorial nominations
- Matters on which the organization made no lobbying communication