Scored 4/10 on whether it helps or hurts everyday people.
The Penalties Lobbyists Bill
New penalties for lobbyists could limit their influence
Penalties for legislative lobbyists; and to provide a penalty.
Mixed: some good, some bad ·
This bill would create penalties for lobbyists, which might change how they work with lawmakers.
Our take
What we think, in plain words.
If this bill passes, it could make it harder for lobbyists to do their job, which might affect how laws are made. It's important to think about whether this helps or hurts regular people.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- The bill aims to create penalties for lobbyists.
- It has been introduced and discussed in the North Dakota legislature.
- The bill was reported back with a recommendation to not pass.
How they voted
The actual floor vote, and who broke from their own party.
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- Jeffery Magrum (R): voted for it, crossing most Republicans
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