Bill > A08933

This bill modifies reporting requirements for small nonprofit organizations that engage in lobbying activities by increasing the financial threshold that triggers mandatory reporting. Specifically, for nonprofits with a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status from the U.S. Treasury Department, the bill raises the reporting threshold from $5,000 to $10,000, starting in calendar year 2026. Under the new provisions, these nonprofit lobbyists would not be required to file registration fees or bi-monthly reports if their reportable compensation and expenses remain below $10,000 annually. The bill applies to various aspects of lobbying reporting, including biennial filings, registration fees, and semi-annual client reports. The changes aim to reduce administrative burdens on smaller nonprofit organizations by exempting them from certain lobbying disclosure requirements when their lobbying-related financial activity is relatively low. The bill will take effect 60 days after becoming law, providing time for affected organizations to understand and prepare for the new reporting thresholds.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A8933