Utah lobbying guidelines
| Lobbyist registration guidelines |
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| Lobbying |
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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 Lieutenant Governor's Office maintained the state's lobbying records.
Who must register?
According to Sections 36-11-103(1)(a) and 36-11-102(14)(a) of Utah state law, individuals who meet the following criteria must register as a lobbyist:[1]
| “ | 36-11-103(1)(a): Before engaging in any lobbying, a lobbyist shall obtain a license from the lieutenant governor.[2] | ” |
| “ | 36-11-102(14)(a): 'Lobbyist' means:
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Click here to visit the state's searchable database of registrations and filings.
State definition of lobbying
Section 36-11-102(13) of Utah state law defines lobbying as:[1]
| “ | 'Lobbying' means communicating with a public official for the purpose of influencing the passage, defeat, amendment, or postponement of legislative or executive action.[2] | ” |
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