Lobbyist Compensation and Expenses by Source

This dataset contains compensation and expense summaries from monthly lobbying reports. Includes one record per client who paid compensation or incurred expenses during the filing period. Records for lobbyist firm expenses not reimbursed by clients are also included. Reports with no compensation or expenses have no records in this dataset. This dataset is a best-effort by the PDC to provide a complete set of records as described herewith and may contain incomplete or incorrect information. The PDC provides access to the original reports for the purpose of record verification. Data Coverage and Limitations: The data set covers that prior 16 years plus the current election year starting 2016. Pre-2016 records are available in the separate "Pre-2016 Lobbyist Compensation and Expenses by Source" dataset. This is a best-effort compilation that may contain incomplete or incorrect information. Original reports remain accessible for record verification. Descriptions attached to this dataset do not constitute legal definitions; please consult RCW 42.17A and WAC Title 390 for legal definitions and additional information regarding political finance disclosure requirements. CONDITION OF RELEASE: This publication constitutes a list of individuals prepared by the Washington State Public Disclosure Commission and may not be used for commercial purposes. This list is provided on the condition and with the understanding that the persons receiving it agree to this statutorily imposed limitation on its use. See RCW 42.56.070(9) and AGO 1975 No. 15.

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  "Politics"
]