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The Lobbying and Disclosure Act of 1995 (2 U.S.C. 1601) was legislation aimed at bringing a level of accountability to federal lobbying practices in the United States . Under provisions which took effect on January 1, 2006, Lobbyists are required to register with the Clerk of the House Of Representatives and the Secretary of the Senate . Anyone failing to do so is punishable by a civil fine of up to $50,000. The clerk and secretary must refer any acts of non-compliance to the United States Attorney for the District Of Columbia . BILL PROVISIONS Definitions | ||
| It Has Also Been Stated During A Hearing Before The Senate Committee On Rules And Administration, Senator Christopher Dodd Stated That “ | "s" class="copylinks" target="_blank">{Link without Title} ince 2003, the Office of Public Records has referred over 2,000 cases to the Department of Justice, and nothing’s been heard from them again”url=http://wwwfasorg/sgp/crs/misc/RL33065pdf |
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