PROFS
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
Lobbying and Public relations on matters important to UW Madison faculty.
Lobbying Interests:
All matters pertaining to university faculty, higher education and UW-Madison.
CEO Name:
William Tracy
President
Lobbying and Public relations on matters important to UW Madison faculty.
Lobbying Interests:
All matters pertaining to university faculty, higher education and UW-Madison.
CEO Name:
William Tracy
President
Contact
WT
William Tracy
258 Bascom Hall, 500 Lincoln Dr
Madison, WI 53706
(608) 263-9273
(608) 265-5728
mfelber@secfac.wisc.edu
http://www.profs.wisc.edu
258 Bascom Hall, 500 Lincoln Dr
Madison, WI 53706
(608) 263-9273
(608) 265-5728
mfelber@secfac.wisc.edu
http://www.profs.wisc.edu
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jack O'Meara | Exclusive Duties N/A | Authorized On 1/3/2013 | Withdrawn On N/A |
Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 185
Relating to: legislative and congressional redistricting. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/28/2013
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 and congressional redistricting. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/28/2013
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 224
Relating to: sale and use of fetal body parts and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/28/2013
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: sale and use of fetal body parts and providing a penalty. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date6/28/2013
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 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
11/12/2013
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
Other
Notification Date11/12/2013
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 486
Relating to: crimes against animals.
Bill Text and History
12/3/2013
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: crimes against animals.
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date12/3/2013
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 729
Relating to: classified research at University of Wisconsin System institutions and exemption from open records requirements.
Bill Text and History
2013 Wisconsin Act 289
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.
Relating to: classified research at University of Wisconsin System institutions and exemption from open records requirements.
Bill Text and History
2013 Wisconsin Act 289
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.
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
6/28/2013
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 Date6/28/2013
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 163
Relating to: legislative and congressional redistricting. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/28/2013
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 and congressional redistricting. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/28/2013
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 222
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
11/12/2013
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
Other
Notification Date11/12/2013
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 578
Relating to: classified research at University of Wisconsin System institutions and exemption from open records requirements.
Bill Text and History
2/10/2014
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: classified research at University of Wisconsin System institutions and exemption from open records requirements.
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/10/2014
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.
Budget Bill Subjects
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
Employee Trust Funds
Employee Trust Funds
Notification Date
3/20/2013
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.
3/20/2013
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.
Biennial budget bill treatment of matter relating to
University of Wisconsin System
University of Wisconsin System
Notification Date
3/20/2013
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.
3/20/2013
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.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
The ability of PROFS to continue receiving funding through payroll deductions voluntarily authorized by individual faculty members.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
The ability of PROFS to continue receiving funding through payroll deductions voluntarily authorized by individual faculty members.
The ability of PROFS to continue receiving funding through payroll deductions voluntarily authorized by individual faculty members.
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
4/30/2014
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
4/30/2014
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Proposal to loosen restrictions on classified research performed at UW-Madison.
Proposal to loosen restrictions on classified research performed at UW-Madison.
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/18/2013
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.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/18/2013
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.
LRB 2063, which would prohibit physicians, other than psychiatrists, from discussing firearms or firearm safety with their patients. PROFS opposes this proposal.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB 2063, which would prohibit physicians, other than psychiatrists, from discussing firearms or firearm safety with their patients. PROFS opposes this proposal.
LRB 2063, which would prohibit physicians, other than psychiatrists, from discussing firearms or firearm safety with their patients. PROFS opposes this proposal.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
9/24/2013
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
9/24/2013
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
UW System shared governance as defined in Chapter 36 of the Wisconsin Statutes.
UW System shared governance as defined in Chapter 36 of the Wisconsin Statutes.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
9/17/2013
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
9/17/2013
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Legislative and congressional redistricting.
Legislative and congressional redistricting.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
6/8/2013
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
6/8/2013
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 0500: Legislation limiting options available to government employers and annuitants in Wisconsin.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB 0500: Legislation limiting options available to government employers and annuitants in Wisconsin.
LRB 0500: Legislation limiting options available to government employers and annuitants in Wisconsin.
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
2/25/2013
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
2/25/2013
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
UW capital budget
UW capital budget
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.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
University of Wisconsin System budget
University of Wisconsin System budget
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 $25,881.00 |
2013 July - December $25,465.00 |
2014 January - June $25,975.02 |
2014 July - December $25,975.00 |
Total $103,296.02 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2013 January - June 27.75 |
2013 July - December 4.00 |
2014 January - June 11.75 |
2014 July - December 3.50 |
Total 47.00 |
| Total Hours Other | 2013 January - June 101.75 |
2013 July - December 58.25 |
2014 January - June 73.50 |
2014 July - December 76.25 |
Total 309.75 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
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 15% |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total 3% |
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 20% |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total 3% |
Relating to: classified research at University of Wisconsin System institutions and exemption from open records requirements.
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June 30% |
2014 July - December |
Total 7% |
Budget Bill Subjects
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June 20% |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total 7% |
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June 60% |
2013 July - December 20% |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December 25% |
Total 31% |
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
No administrative rulemaking proceedings found.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June 10% |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December 25% |
Total 9% |
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December 25% |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total 4% |
The ability of PROFS to continue receiving funding through payroll deductions voluntarily authorized by individual faculty members.
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June 20% |
2014 July - December |
Total 5% |
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June |
2014 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 January - June |
2013 July - December |
2014 January - June 30% |
2014 July - December 20% |
Total 12% |
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