State Law Resources: Nonprofit Lobbying

NOW AVAILABLE IN ALL 50 STATES + DC!

What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Your State

Might State and Local Lobbying Laws Apply to Your Nonprofit Organization’s Work?

YES! Many groups are surprised how different state and local lobbying laws are from the IRS’s rules related to lobbying, and the kinds of activities that get captured by state and local lobbying rules.

Created in partnership with the Democracy Capacity Project, Bolder Advocacy’s Practical Guidance – What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying state law resource series is designed to help nonprofits determine if lobbying rules in their state might apply to their state or local work, and if they do, how best to navigate them!

Each Guide Includes:

  • Summary of lobbyist registration and reporting triggers in the state
  • Key critical takeaways for nonprofit organizations
  • FAQs – giving practical perspective on how to interact with the state rules
  • Case study for a hypothetical small student voting rights organization
  • List of helpful additional resources

Who are these Guides For?

  • Nonprofit Advocacy Organizations: Leaders and staff of nonprofit organizations that work on (or are thinking about working on) advocacy initiatives at the state or local level
  • Lawyers: Lawyers and compliance professionals interested in working with nonprofit advocacy organizations doing state and local level work
  • Funders: Funding organizations working to ensure strong organizational capacity and infrastructure for the groups they fund doing advocacy work at the state and local level

Published States

Alabama

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Alabama

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Alabama might apply to your state or local work.

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Alaska

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Alaska

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Alaska might apply to your state or local work.

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Arizona

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Arizona

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Arizona might apply to your state or local work.

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Arkansas

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Arizona

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Arkansas might apply to your state or local work.

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California

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in California

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in California might apply to your state or local work.

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Colorado

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Colorado

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Colorado might apply to your state or local work.

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Connecticut

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Connecticut

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Connecticut might apply to your state or local work.

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Delaware

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Delaware

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Delaware might apply to your state or local work.

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District of Columbia

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in the District of Columbia

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in DC might apply to your state or local work.

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Florida

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Florida

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Florida might apply to your state or local work.

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Georgia

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Georgia

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Georgia might apply to your state or local work.

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Hawaii

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Hawaii

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Hawaii might apply to your state or local work.

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Idaho

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Idaho

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Idaho might apply to your state or local work.

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Illinois

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Illinois

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Illinois might apply to your state or local work.

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Indiana

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Indiana

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Indiana might apply to your state or local work.

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Iowa

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Iowa

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Iowa might apply to your state or local work.

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Kansas

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Kansas

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Kansas might apply to your state or local work.

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Kentucky

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Kentucky

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Kentucky might apply to your state or local work.

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Louisiana

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Louisana

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Louisiana might apply to your state or local work.

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Maine

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Maine

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Maine might apply to your state or local work.

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Maryland

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Maryland

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Maryland might apply to your state or local work.

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Massachusetts

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Massachusetts

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Massachusetts might apply to your state or local work.

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Michigan

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Michigan

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Michigan might apply to your state or local work.

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Minnesota

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Minnesota

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Minnesota might apply to your state or local work.

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Mississippi

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Mississippi

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Mississippi might apply to your state or local work.

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Missouri

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Mississippi

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Missouri might apply to your state or local work.

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Montana

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Montana

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Montana might apply to your state or local work.

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Nebraska

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Nebraska

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Nebraska might apply to your state or local work.

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Nevada

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Nevada

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Nevada might apply to your state or local work.

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New Hampshire

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in New Hampshire

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in New Hampshire might apply to your state or local work.

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New Jersey

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in New Jersey

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in New Jersey might apply to your state or local work.

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New Mexico

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in New Mexico

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in New Mexico might apply to your state or local work.

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New York

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in New York

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in New York might apply to your state or local work.

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North Carolina

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in North Carolina

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in North Carolina might apply to your state or local work.

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North Dakota

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in North Dakota

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in North Dakota might apply to your state or local work.

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Ohio

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Ohio

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Ohio might apply to your state or local work.

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Oklahoma

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Oklahoma

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Oklahoma might apply to your state or local work.

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Oregon

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Oregon

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Oregon might apply to your state or local work.

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Pennsylvania

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Pennsylvania

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Pennsylvania might apply to your state or local work.

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Rhode Island

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Rhode Island

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Rhode Island might apply to your state or local work.

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South Carolina

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in South Carolina

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in South Carolina might apply to your state or local work.

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South Dakota

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in South Dakota

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in South Dakota might apply to your state or local work.

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Tennessee

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Tennessee

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Tennessee might apply to your state or local work.

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Texas

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Texas

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Texas might apply to your state or local work.

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Utah

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Utah

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Utah might apply to your state or local work.

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Vermont

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Vermont

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Vermont might apply to your state or local work.

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Virginia

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Virginia

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Virginia might apply to your state or local work.

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Washington

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Washington

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Washington might apply to your state or local work.

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West Virginia

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in West Virginia

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in West Virginia might apply to your state or local work.

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Wisconsin

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Wisconsin

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Wisconsin might apply to your state or local work.

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Wyoming

Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Wyoming

Designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Wyoming might apply to your state or local work.

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