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Sponsor shifts proposal to disclosure and registration for lobbyists working for foreign entities amid enforcement concerns
Summary
An amendment was presented to require registration and disclosure when lobbyists represent foreign governments, parties or foreign‑owned companies (20% ownership threshold). The Attorney General’s office warned it lacks staffing to enforce a broad new regime; the committee signaled it may remove penalties and route detailed enforcement to a later committee.
The committee reviewed amendment 1496 to require registration and greater disclosure for lobbyists who represent foreign governments, foreign political parties, or companies with significant foreign ownership. The sponsor said the change replaces an earlier 'ban' approach and focuses on disclosure so the public knows who is being paid to lobby.
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