SB1196

Waives lobbyist registration fees for not-for-profit entities with expenses under $1,000,000.

The bill amends the Lobbyist Registration Act to waive the annual $300 registration fee for not-for-profit entities with total expenses under $1,000,000 in the most recent fiscal year, provided they are classified as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The Secretary of State will grant this waiver and maintain a searchable database of lobbyist registration statements. The registrant must submit detailed information about their lobbying activities, including client details, services provided, and the nature of the client's business.