West Virginia HB5506 prohibits lobbyists from receiving compensation for lobbying on behalf of foreign adversaries.

West Virginia HB5506 aims to prevent lobbyists from receiving compensation for lobbying on behalf of foreign adversaries. The bill defines "foreign adversaries" as hostile foreign governments or entities. It mandates that lobbyists must publicly announce their affiliation with such adversaries when entering any space or location. The bill also outlines civil penalties for violations, including disgorgement of compensation and civil penalties up to twice the amount received or $5,000, whichever is greater.

West Virginia HB5506 prohibits lobbyists from receiving compensation for lobbying on behalf of foreign adversaries.

West Virginia HB5506 aims to prevent lobbyists from receiving compensation for lobbying on behalf of foreign adversaries. The bill defines "foreign adversaries" as hostile foreign governments or entities. It mandates that lobbyists must publicly announce their affiliation with such adversaries when entering any space or location. The bill also outlines civil penalties for violations, including disgorgement of compensation and civil penalties up to twice the amount received or $5,000, whichever is greater.