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I’ve been reading about a brewing controversy over whether language in the new Financial Regulations Act — officially the Dodd-Frank... View Article
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On Wednesday, the House of Representatives passed the “Lobbying Disclosure Enhancement Act,” introduced by Rep. Mary Jo Kilroy, which is... View Article
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I just finished putting together an earmark transparency timeline that traces disclosure developments over the last 4 years. Of particular... View Article
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Last year I asked the internet gods for a URL shortener that created permanent links to legislation on THOMAS. Lo... View Article
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In the wake of an annual GAO report that some lobbyists have failed to register upon employment by a client,... View Article
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