For example, President Obama's new Executive Order virtually bans gifts, tightens reporting and pay-to-play, and imposes tough new employment restrictions. Meanwhile, familiar measures such as the Byrd amendment, federal conflict of interest rules, and Fair Claims Act will play new roles in any Executive-Branch contact where funds may ultimately be involved.
With so many all-new ways to inadvertently make mistakes, how can you protect yourself?

When it comes to lobbying and campaign finance, rules are often more stringent at the state level than at the federal level. Plus, rules for specific activities differ not only from federal to state, but from state to state - and they keep changing rapidly. Learn how to prevent violations before they occur...

With the Department of Justice doling out enforcement letters, there has never been a better time to learn OR brush up on your HLOGA compliance knowledge.  Get the answers to all your questions when you register for HLOGA Compliance Best Practices: Rules, Records and Deadlines.

501(c)3 organizations MUST NOT engage in political activities, such as attempts to influence elections. But do you know exactly what that means? It could cost you big time if you don't fully comply with IRS rules to avoid direct advocacy.Get all the right answers to protect yourself and accomplish your political goals.

Groups continue to petition the SEC to “correct” Citizens United and impose harsher regulations on political contributions, contending that stricter SEC disclosure rules are necessary to make sure ties between money and reciprocal actions are receiving increased scrutiny

Every 10 minutes a lobbyists enters into a new relationship with a client... or has an existing relationship terminated. Make sure you are up-to-date on all the latest changes in this fast paced industry.

Get nearly impossible to find information on the government affairs programs  and executives of American corporations.

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The Original U.S. Congress Handbook is Washington’s most trusted source for information on congressional offices and their staff. Produced annually since 1974 it is by far the most comprehensive congressional directory available.

With HLOGA now in place and lobbying activities under intense scrutiny, compliance mistakes can now trigger catastrophic financial and criminal penalties. Now, one practical guide provides authoritative answers to all your questions about lobbying under the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 as amended by HLOGA. The Lobbying Compliance Handbook covers everything from the lobbying activities that require disclosure to the specific steps lobbying firms and associations must take to maintain the required records and paperwork certifications.

In Citizens in Action, Stephanie Vance, the “Advocacy Guru,” takes the controversial position that it is possible to get heard on the Hill, that not all politicians are corrupt (OK, a few are), and that citizens can “get things done” from Washington, D.C. to their city council.

This new management report combines lessons learned from those who underwent 2008 lobbying audits with expert insights gleaned from training over 1,000 government relations professionals on the HLOGA regulatory compliance. With the report, you’ll have vital early-warning on the issues and questions to anticipate as the GAO looks at your lobbying filings — plus practical guidance on how to fix any vulnerabilities before it’s too late. In addition, you’ll learn what findings the GAO reported to Congress and how they relate to what records you retain and how you certify, disclose, support and report information.

With a landslide of policy initiatives churning through Washington, the states and local governments, you can’t be everywhere at once.  Still, even one phrase in a bill can have a profound impact on your organization's policy goals.
 
If you’re starting fresh with advocacy or trying to catch up with organizations that already have highly motivated networks in place, the handbook helps you plan and implement a comprehensive program.  Or, simply zero in on specific aspects of your existing plan, like shoring up HLOGA compliance, creating multi-level networks, or dealing with opponents.

In advance of the upcoming transitional and organizational meetings for the 112th Congress, this latest report from Lobbyists.info brings you an inside look at committee assignments and their projected changes.

The Original U.S. Congress Handbook is Washington’s most trusted source for information on congressional offices and their staff. Produced annually since 1974 it is by far the most comprehensive congressional directory available.

Every 10 minutes a lobbyist enters into a new relationship with a client ... or has an existing relationship terminated.

Now, the all-new Lobbying Terminations Report gives you quick access to the full list of recent lobbying terminations by issue. Choose the three legislative issues you'd like a terminations list for and we'll create it just for you! Each report includes a list terminations of firm and client lobbying relationships by issue and by date.

Each Legislative Impact Report is created specifically for your needs. Select the bills you are interested in and we'll tell you which lobbyists, firms and organizations are working on them.

Get nearly impossible to find information on the government affairs programs  and executives of American corporations.

In Citizens in Action, Stephanie Vance, the “Advocacy Guru,” takes the controversial position that it is possible to get heard on the Hill, that not all politicians are corrupt (OK, a few are), and that citizens can “get things done” from Washington, D.C. to their city council.