Bill > SB0291

This bill amends Utah's lobbying regulations by making several key changes to definitions, reporting requirements, and restrictions on lobbyists. The bill expands and clarifies definitions related to lobbying, including broadening what constitutes an "expenditure" and who is considered a "lobbyist". It increases some monetary thresholds, such as raising the limit for unreported expenditures from $10 to $25 for most items and to $50 for publications and commemorative items. The bill modifies financial reporting requirements for lobbyists, principals, and government officers, including more detailed disclosure of expenditures and government actions. It also introduces a new prohibition on lobbyists accepting contingent compensation based on specific government actions or appropriation amounts. Additionally, the bill adjusts restrictions on former state officials becoming lobbyists, allowing some exceptions to the one-year waiting period, such as lobbying for oneself or a business, or lobbying outside the branch of government previously served. The changes aim to increase transparency in lobbying activities and provide more precise regulations around lobbyist interactions with public officials. The bill is set to take effect on May 7, 2025.

Budget and Finance, Business and Industry

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