The Post notes that the District of Columbia is considering a code of official conduct. I’ve always thought it would be useful if Lobbying, PACs, and Campaign Finance: 50 State Handbook covered what rules the District of Columbia does have.
Day: September 21, 2009
Washington Times Profile of Robert Bauer
The Washington Times profiles Perkins Coie’s Robert Bauer here.
Former Members, Lobbyists, and Contributions
USAT notes that lawmakers-turned-lobbyists are using political committee funds to contribute to Congressional campaigns. The donations are legal. Federal law allows former members of Congress to keep campaign accounts active and dole out the money to candidates, political parties and charities.