HB05547

An Act Concerning Lobbyist Contributions During Legislative Sessions.

Introduced·3/12/26

Prohibits lobbyist contributions to candidates during legislative sessions.

The bill prohibits lobbyists from making contributions to candidates for state or municipal office during legislative sessions. It amends the definition of "contribution" to exclude lobbyist contributions and applies this prohibition to candidates for state or municipal office. The bill also repeals certain subsections related to exploratory committees and their financial reporting requirements.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

0
2
RR
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

GAE Vote Tally Sheet (Joint Favorable)

19 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Mar 18

12:00 AM

Government Administration and Elections Public Hearing

History

Apr 9

House

Reported Out of Legislative Commissioners' Office

Apr 9

House

Favorable Report, Tabled for the Calendar, House

Apr 9

House

House Calendar Number 372