The Post notes a disclosure issue in a local race in Maryland here. The campaign of former state delegate Rushern L. Baker III received $206,000 on Jan. 13 from a slate — a group of candidates raising money collectively — called County 1 Now. The slate had been established about a week before, and because […]
Day: February 19, 2010
High-bidder wins Jefferson County lobby contract
The Birmingham News writes that the Jefferson County Council accepted a $10,000 per month lobbying contract. On Thursday, [Commission President] Collins said awarding contracts involves more than merely selecting the lowest bidder. “We look at qualifications here,” Collins said. “What they are paid is one part of it.” Experience and the amount of time spent […]
Next moves for Utah ethics reform
The Deseret News has an update on ethics legislation moving forward. “A few tweaks will be made” on the five bills, said House Minority Leader Kevin Garn, R-Layton, who shepherded them through the House. One substantial change was agreed upon, he added. Garn’s lobbyist gift bill will be amended to allow lawmakers to take a […]