Designing “Deliberative Lobbying”: What an Open-Lobby Model Could Mean for Federal Contractors
A summary of Alberto Bitonti’s “Designing Deliberative Lobbying,” which argues that transparency-only lobbying rules are insufficient. The article proposes an “open lobby democracy” built on three tools—a stakeholder register, a digital deliberation platform, and a policy footprint—to make influence more inclusive, reasoned, and publicly accountable.
2024 GAO Report Highlights Steady Lobbying Compliance and Continued Enforcement Challenges
GAO's 2024 report reveals high lobbyist compliance with disclosure rules but flags ongoing issues like incomplete reporting of covered positions. Enforcement by the U.S. Attorney's Office remains robust, emphasizing transparency in lobbying practices.