Bill > HB3953

This bill amends the Lobbyist Registration Act to include officials of local government units, such as mayors, village managers, and county board members, within the definition of "official" under the Act. It also expands the definitions of "lobby" and "lobbying" to include communications with local government entities for the purpose of influencing any executive, legislative, or administrative action, including matters like zoning, legislation, contracts, and procurement. Additionally, the bill modifies the definition of "lobbyist" to include any person who undertakes to influence or lobby for any executive, legislative, or administrative action for state government or a local government unit.