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Eye on Lobbying Database

Since 1997-98, the state of Wisconsin has maintained an online database of lobbying actities, allowing the public to monitor -- in real time -- efforts to influeDiscover which organizations are registered to lobby in Wisconsin, who their lobbyists are, what they are lobbying about, and the amount of time and money they spend. Search by bill, organization, keyword and more . . .nce the Legislature. The lobbying database was created by the former Wisconsin Ethics Board, which is now part of the Government Accountability Board.
 
In 2000, the prestigious Innovations in American Government Awards program sponsored by Harvard University and the Ford Foundation selected the Wisconsin Ethics Board's Lobbyists-on-Line program as one of the 25 most significant innovations in American government, from an initial field of 1,317 nominations. The award recognized the Ethics Board's use of the Internet to allow quick and easy access to information about who is seeking to influence public policy in Wisconsin.  In 2002, the Wisconsin Ethics Board received the 2002 Public Integrity Award, which pays tribute to an organization that has made outstanding contributions to responsible conduct in public service, for its unique Eye on Lobbying program. 
 
To search the database, click here.
 
Click here to access to the Lobbying Law - Chapter 13, Wisconsin State Statutes.
 
Click here to access GAB Administrative Rules.
 
Click here to access Lobbying Guidelines
 
Click here to access Lobbying Opinions
 
Click here to access the Online Lobbying Tutorial