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Lawmakers in Maine are considering legislation this session that would create a seismic shift in how private businesses must report their interactions with the state’s executive branch. If the bill is approved, Maine would...more
As we enter a new election year, we thought it would be helpful to point out some notable trends and developments in political engagement and their impact on political law risks. Below are some, but not all, of those trends....more
Organizations, including partnerships, corporations, committees, associations, trade associations, and labor unions that spent more than $2,500 on lobbying activities in New Jersey-...more
State legislatures and ethics agencies often use the beginning of a new year to institute changes to lobbying/ethics reporting thresholds and other requirements. And in some cases – such as Ohio this year – a new year means a...more
RECENT LOBBYING, ETHICS & CAMPAIGN FINANCE UPDATES - Campaign Finance & Lobbying Compliance Massachusetts: The Massachusetts senate unanimously passed a bill expanding disclosure requirements for statewide ballot question...more
In recent years, governments have been playing more pivotal roles in regulating industries and emerging technologies, and selecting companies for large contracts and public-private partnerships....more
With a new year comes new legislative sessions. Between back-to-back meetings in state capitols and a steady stream of fundraisers to attend as primary season grows closer, government affairs professionals have a lot on their...more
As 2025 comes to an end, organizations looking to improve their compliance programs in the new year should consider conducting reviews of their lobby law compliance practices. In the third episode of “The Lobby Bar” podcast,...more
On November 10, 2025, the Maryland State Board of Elections (SBE) is expected to launch an updated version of its Business Contribution Disclosure System, where persons doing public business in Maryland (pay-to-play filers)...more
Key Takeaways - The Government Accountability Office conducts annual random audits of Lobbying Disclosure Act registrants, but the recent federal government shutdown led to the cancellation of scheduled audit meetings. ...more
With over three-fourths of states gaveling in next year’s legislative session in January, successful teams don’t wait until the new year to prepare. Planning starts now for a successful 2026 legislative session....more
Federal Election Commission (FEC) and Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) reporting deadlines remain unaffected by the partial government shutdown. Because Congress was unable to pass an appropriations bill or a continuing...more
RECENT LOBBYING, ETHICS & CAMPAIGN FINANCE UPDATES - Campaign Finance & Lobbying Compliance California: Gov. Gavin Newsom signed AB 1167, a bill prohibiting California utilities from charging customers for lobbying and...more
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Federal contractors, borrowers, grantees, and other recipients of federal funds are subject to a range of regulations restricting the use of those funds for political purposes, including lobbying. ...more
Spending on federal and state lobbying continues to soar – a reality that has created new challenges for companies, trade associations, and other groups trying to advance their advocacy goals. To supplement their direct...more
As a result of the government shutdown, many federal agencies are operating at reduced staffing levels, making it difficult to contact agency staff regarding questions or technical difficulties when complying with required...more
Over the summer, the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) formally unveiled a website that will help corporations, trade associations, membership organizations, and lobbying firms navigate the twists and turns of the Lobbying...more
Roundabout Theatre Company has launched a comprehensive renovation of the Todd Haimes Theatre. Planned enhancements include expanding accessible seating and assisted listening technology, upgrading the digital marquee system,...more
D’importants changements apportés aux principales interprétations de la commissaire au lobbying du Canada augmenteront considérablement le nombre d’organisations et de personnes morales assujetties à des exigences...more
The annual equity report for all Pennsylvania lobbyists and lobbying firms is due July 30, 2025, as required by Act 70 of 2021. The filing must disclose either the total value or percentage of equity held by a lobbyist or...more
Idaho Governor Brad Little signed HB 398 in April, which contains several notable changes, particularly for nonprofits and organizations engaged in grassroots or grasstops efforts in Idaho. First, there is now a definition...more
The 2023 Legislature passed a suite of new laws that expanded who must register as a lobbyist, particularly in regards to lobbying local governments. (A description of those changes can be found here.) While the prior law...more
The federal Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) requires entities that employ one or more in-house lobbyists to register with Congress. Both the employer and the in-house lobbyist are then responsible for filing periodic disclosure...more
On December 23, 2024, former President Joe Biden signed into law the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025, which includes a provision prohibiting the Department of Defense (DOD) from contracting with...more