The bill amends the existing law regulating political activity, specifically focusing on the definitions and roles of lobbyists and governmental bodies. It introduces new definitions, such as "governmental body," which encompasses various state legislative and governing entities, and clarifies the meaning of "influencing" as it pertains to lobbying activities. The bill also revises the definition of "legislative action" to include a broader range of official actions and specifies that it does not cover individuals subpoenaed to appear before the legislature. Additionally, the term "lobbying" is refined to exclude certain technical information provided by individuals who are not lobbyist agents.

Furthermore, the bill updates the definitions of "lobbyist" and "lobbyist agent," including new thresholds for expenditures that classify individuals under these terms. It also clarifies who is exempt from being classified as a lobbyist, such as members of the press and public officials acting within their official capacity without compensation beyond their legal salary. The bill aims to enhance transparency and accountability in lobbying practices by refining the language and definitions used in the law.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 4.415