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This bill amends the Lobbyist Disclosure and Regulation Act to modify the rules around contingent compensation for lobbyists. Currently, the law prohibits paying lobbyists based on the outcome of legislative or executive actions. The bill now allows such contingent compensation arrangements, but with strict transparency requirements. Specifically, before any lobbying occurs, the entire compensation amount and any contingencies must be clearly documented in a written contract signed by both parties, and a copy of this contract must be filed with the lieutenant governor. The bill also explicitly states that these contracts will be considered public records. This change provides a more regulated pathway for compensation arrangements that were previously entirely prohibited, with an emphasis on upfront disclosure. The amendments aim to increase transparency in lobbying compensation while providing more flexibility for how lobbyists can be paid. The bill is set to take effect on May 7, 2025.

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