SB286

Relating to the definitions of lobbyist, lobbying and lobbying client for purposes of the state governmental ethics law.

Introduced·3/4/25
Introduced Text

SB286 amends Kansas' governmental ethics law to redefine lobbyist, lobbying, and lobbying client.

SB286 amends Kansas' governmental ethics law by redefining lobbyist, lobbying, and lobbying client. A lobbyist is someone employed significantly for lobbying, formally appointed to represent an organization or person to lobby, or making expenditures of $1,000 or more for lobbying activities. A lobbying client is any person or entity that employs or retains another person for financial or other compensation to conduct lobbying activities.

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Where it stands

Current
Local Government, Transparency and Ethics Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Calendar

Mar 12, 2025

9:30 AM

Senate Local Government, Transparency and Ethics Hearing

Mar 11, 2025

9:30 AM

Senate Local Government, Transparency and Ethics Hearing

History

Mar 12, 2025

Senate

Senate Hearing: Wednesday, March 12, 2025, 9:30 AM Room 142-S

Mar 11, 2025

Senate

Senate Hearing: Tuesday, March 11, 2025, 9:30 AM Room 142-S

Mar 5, 2025

Senate

Senate Referred to Committee on Local Government, Transparency and Ethics