Oklahoma lobbying guidelines
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Lobbying is broadly defined as the attempt to persuade another person to accept one's position. This includes efforts to influence lawmakers by other legislators, constituents, or organized groups. Each state has different requirements for lobbyist registration. The person doing the lobbying is typically referred to as the lobbyist and the person or entity providing compensation the principal. Each state has a different entity responsible for maintaining its lobbying records, such as registrations and expenditures.
As of April 2021, the Oklahoma Ethics Commission maintained the state's lobbying records.
Who must register?
According to Section 21-7-331 of Oklahoma state law, individuals who meet the following criteria must register as a lobbyist:[1]
| “ | Any person, firm or corporation soliciting or collecting funds, directly or indirectly for the primary purpose of promoting legislation for any person or group receiving grants or allotments from the state government must give a personal receipt for each amount collected.[2] | ” |
Click here to visit the state's searchable database of registrations and filings.
State definition of lobbying
Section 21-7-331 of Oklahoma state law defines lobbying as:[1]
| “ | Soliciting or collecting funds, directly or indirectly for the primary purpose of promoting legislation for any person or group receiving grants or allotments from the state government.[2] | ” |
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Footnotes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Oklahoma Ethics Commission, "Oklahoma Ethics Law," accessed April 12, 2021
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
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