The Washington Times discusses new resources for tracking earmarks and the impact on the process. Still, all sides agreed that the new rules do allow for more scrutiny than ever. Reporters have been able to examine earmarks from start to finish, and analysts and the public have been able to stack up members’ requests against […]
Month: January 2010
California party before the Fair Political Practices Commission
A matter in involving the California Republican Party is before the state’s Fair Political Practices Commission. This LA Times story discusses the case. The FPPC’s summary of the case is here. The proposed stipulation is here. Respondents also agree to the Commission imposing upon them an administrative penalty in the amount of Eighteen Thousand Dollars […]
Should Florida lobbyist reports by verified through audits?
This St. Petersburg Times editorial argues that lobbyist reports should be audited. Senate President Jeff Atwater and House Speaker Larry Cretul need to follow the law so the public can have some faith that the lobbyist disclosure rolls are a true reflection of who is buying influence in Tallahassee.