Sponsor Statement: House Bill 149 - Lobbying by Nonprofits

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Released:	March 14, 2003
Neal DuPerron	465-4695 (Jan-May) 283-2690 (Jun-Dec)

"An Act requiring nonprofit corporations under the Alaska Net Income Tax Act to provide prior public notice of lobbying expenditures and an annual report of lobbying expenditures to the Department of Revenue; providing for a civil penalty for failure to provide the notice; and providing for an effective date."

With over 5000 non-profit organizations doing business in the State of Alaska, it is the intent of HB 149 to bring about better public disclosure. While lobbying activities take place on a daily basis, many grants prevent grant funds from being used for lobbying efforts.

HB 149 would require 501(c) 3 non-profits who do not use lobbyists to disclose the sources of their lobbying funds. It would require them to post the budget for lobbying efforts so citizens could make an informed decision regarding contributions. HB 149 would inform citizens that when they make a donation to a non-profit organization they know if their contribution was used for lobbying.

501(c) 3 non-profit organizations in good standing have nothing to fear from this bill. If you have any questions or suggestions please feel free to contact myself or my staff, Neal, at ext. 4695.

Last Updated: 03-14-03

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