Disclosing Foreign Influence in Lobbying Act

# Disclosing Foreign Influence in Lobbying Act Summary **What the Bill Does** This bill would require lobbyists and lobbying firms to disclose when they are being paid by foreign entities or when their work involves foreign interests. Currently, lobbyists must register and report their activities, but this bill would add stricter transparency requirements specifically focused on foreign influence. The goal is to make it easier for the public and government officials to see which foreign governments, companies, or organizations are trying to influence U.S. policy decisions through hired lobbyists. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions** The bill primarily affects professional lobbyists, lobbying firms, and foreign entities that hire them to influence American policy.

It would likely require additional disclosures in existing lobbying registration documents, making foreign funding sources more transparent. This could impact any organization—whether foreign governments, international corporations, or other entities—that currently hires American lobbyists to advocate for their interests in Congress or federal agencies. **Current Status** As of now, the bill remains in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was sponsored by Representative Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R-IA).