Local lobbyists would have to register and report their spending

Lobbying; expands definition to include influencing/attempting to influence local government action.

Engrossed· 2026-02-05

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This bill forces people who are paid to influence local city and county officials to register as lobbyists and report what they spend.

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Right now, lobbyists only have to report their activities when they try to influence state lawmakers or the governor. This bill closes a big loophole by applying those same transparency rules to local government. If this passes, you will finally be able to see who is spending money to sway your city council, county board, or local mayor.

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Expands the legal definition of lobbying to include trying to influence local government actions.
Requires lobbyists targeting local officials to register with the state and report their spending and gifts.
Forces the state to keep an updated list of local government officials so lobbyists know who falls under the rules.
Takes effect on May 1, 2027, giving the state and lobbyists time to prepare for the new rules.