Disclosing Foreign Influence in Lobbying Act
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What This Bill Does
This bill changes the rules for people who lobby the federal government on behalf of foreign countries or foreign political parties. It requires those people to report more information about which foreign governments and political parties are directing their lobbying work.
Who It Affects
Lobbyists (people paid to influence government decisions) who work on behalf of foreign countries, foreign government agencies or subdivisions, and foreign political parties.
Key Provisions
• Lobbyists must report the names and addresses of every foreign country government, including any agency or subdivision like a regional or local government unit, that directs or controls their lobbying activities. (Sec. 2)
• Lobbyists must report the names and addresses of every foreign political party that directs or controls their lobbying activities. (Sec. 2)
• These reporting requirements apply to any foreign government or political party OTHER THAN the main client being represented. (Sec. 2)
What Changes
The Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 now requires more detailed reporting about foreign governments and foreign political parties involved in directing lobbying work, beyond just naming the primary client.
Important Definitions
• Foreign country: any nation outside the United States.
• Lobbying activities: attempts to influence government decisions (the bill does not provide a specific definition).
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