Online ex parte compliance at the Federal Communications Commission
The Hill’s Sara Jerome explains that the Federal Communications Commission has established a new website to facilitate requests for meetings with agency personnel on universal service issues. A model for Congress? Sara’s also shared the news about Apple’s latest store opening in Georgetown this Friday. Must. Buy. iPad.
Office of Congressional Ethics hits lobbyists involvment with 8 lawmakers
The Hill has an article sure to startle K Street about the latest from the Office of Congressional Ethics. According to the report, OCE is targeting K Street firms’ contact with eight lawmakers, five Republicans (Reps. John Campbell, Jeb Hensarling, Chris Lee, Frank Lucas, Tom Price) and three Democrats (Joseph Crowley, Earl Pomeroy, Mel Watt). […]
New Jersey bill targets “secretive groups”
New Jersey issue advocacy groups could face more disclosure and other requirements if a proposed bill becomes law.