Last updated: February 22, 2026.
Lobbying is the process of advocating policy positions to lawmakers and staff.
Where Lobbying Appears in the Policy Cycle
- Bill drafting and amendment phases
- Committee hearings and markups
- Coalition-building before floor votes
- Rulemaking and implementation after enactment
What Public Records Help You Track It
- Bill sponsorship and vote histories
- Committee jurisdictions and hearing records
- Campaign finance filings and outside spending signals
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