HB 501: Prohibition of Public Funds for Lobbying
GENERAL BILL by Gregory
Prohibition of Public Funds for Lobbying; Prohibits local governments and not-for-profit organizations from using public funds to retain lobbyists; provides exceptions for local government full-time employees; provides sanctions for violations; authorizes people to file complaints with the Commission on Ethics; requires commission to provide a report to specified entities; specifies procedures for disciplining violators.
Effective Date: 7/1/2022
Last Action: 1/7/2022 House - Withdrawn prior to introduction
Bill Text: PDF
Last Action: 1/7/2022 House - Withdrawn prior to introduction
Bill Text: PDF
Bill History
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 11/4/2021 | House |
• Filed |
| 11/19/2021 | House |
• Referred to Public Integrity & Elections Committee • Referred to Local Administration & Veterans Affairs Subcommittee • Referred to State Affairs Committee • Now in Public Integrity & Elections Committee |
| 1/7/2022 | House |
• Withdrawn prior to introduction |