New York Bill Would Forbid Lobbying by Convicted Lobbyists - State and Federal Communications

February 24, 2012  •  

New York Bill Would Forbid Lobbying by Convicted Lobbyists

Seal of New YorkNew York Senator Gustavo Rivera has introduced Senate Bill 6533 that would forbid lobbyists convicted of class D felonies or more serious offenses from lobbying in the state for three years.

The barred person may seek to re-register as a lobbyist with the Joint Commission on Public Ethics after three years.

The commission may determine if the suspension should be lifted or extended for a maximum of an additional two years.

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