Oregon 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 Oregon Government Ethics Commission maintained the state's lobbying records.
Who must register?
According to Sections 171.740(1) and 171.725(9)(a-c) of Oregon state law, individuals who meet the following criteria must register as a lobbyist:[1]
| “ | 171.740(1): Within three business days after exceeding the limit of time or expenditure specified in ORS 171.735 (4), or within three business days after agreeing to provide personal services for money or any other consideration for the purpose of lobbying, a lobbyist shall register with the Oregon Government Ethics Commission.[2] | ” |
| “ | 171.725(9)(a-c): 'Lobbyist' means:
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Click here to visit the state's searchable database of registrations and filings.
State definition of lobbying
Section 171.725(8) of Oregon state law defines lobbying as:[1]
| “ | Influencing, or attempting to influence, legislative action through oral or written communication with legislative officials, solicitation of executive officials or other persons to influence or attempt to influence legislative action or attempting to obtain the goodwill of legislative officials.[2] | ” |
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