A provision broadening the definition of “lobbyist” was struck from a Missouri campaign finance and lobbyist disclosure bill. The report is here. The provision said a legislative lobbyist would include anyone who “attempts to influence any elected official other than an elected official who represents the legislative district where the person resides.” The language seems […]
Category: Missouri
Most sweeping ethics reform… in the universe!
A Missouri legislator described an ethics reform proposal as the most sweeping reforms in the universe. The report is here. There are parts of the bill that make sense. A governor, for instance, can’t accept campaign donations from people he or she appoints to top offices. Good. But here’s the gimmick: The bill also contains […]
Missouri campaign and ethics reforms move ahead
Here’s the latest on campaign finance and ethics reform in Missouri.